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Frequently Asked Questions…

 

What if I have never detoxed / fasted before?

Don’t worry a detox is a very safe and natural process and our trained staff will be there to support and guide you through your entire program. As always, if you suffer from any medical condition it is advisable for you to consult your G.P. before commencing any detox program.

 

Is there anything I should do to prepare for the program?

Yes, 1 - 2 weeks prior to joining us try to drink plenty of filtered water and limit:

• Coffee

• Processed foods with sugar, salt and white flour

• Alcohol

• Dairy products

• Red meat

• Fried foods

• Artificial Sweeteners / additives / preservatives.

 

It's a good idea to begin eating a 'whole foods' diet, this includes freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juices, fresh fruit, vegetables (raw or lightly steamed), salads, whole grains like brown rice, millet or quinuoa and fresh unsalted seeds and nuts.

 

Will I lose weight during the cleanse and how much do most people lose?

Most definitely! Cleansing removes built up waste from your intestines, gallstones from your liver and toxins that are stored in your fat cells. The average weight loss is between 3 – 8 kg on a 7 day Detox Program.

 

Will I feel any side effects during the detox?

Feelings of weakness, fatigue, headaches and flu-like symptoms can occur during the fast in the first 2-3 days but the good news is that by taking our daily supplements and following our schedule of activities it will speed up the elimination of toxins thus reducing your tendency towards feeling any of the above. Furthermore, by the end of the program, you will feel a new sense of energy and vitality!

 

Will I feel hungry during the detox?

In the first couple days of your program it is normal to experience feelings of hunger. However, the ingredients in our detox supplements will provide your body with ‘bulk’ to make you feel full and so the hunger pangs will be limited. Most of our guests in fact, feel no hunger whatsoever (please read for yourself some of their comments on our Testimonial page) Often it is our emotional attachment to foods that causes us hunger!

 

Can I exercise during the detox program?

During a detox it is important that the body is not put under too much stress or strain as it needs to utilise its energy for the internal work at hand (i.e. the dismantling and elimination of toxins). However, gentle exercise such as yoga, swimming and walking is very condusive as it helps speed up the elimination process by gently stimulating blood flow, lymphatic drainage and oxygenation of the cells.

 

Can I drink soda, take medication / smoke during the program?

The body cannot effectively detoxify if you are continuing to take toxins in from caffeine, soda, cigarettes etc. Whilst some of our guests do still smoke and take necessary medications during their program they will receive only some of the benefits. By abstaining from these the best results are achieved. In fact, detoxing can help people to break these bad habits once and for all!

 

Can I eat usual after the detox?

Upon complishing the program it is very important that the re-introduction of food is gradual. The body needs a period of time to stimulate the production of digestive enzymes that have been temporarily slowed during the detox. Although you might want to try every food on the planet, this can be dangerous as your system needs time to get back to speed! In the first couple of days we recommend that you eat only raw food i.e. fruit and salads and then you can re-introduce soups and steamed vegetables. After 1 week, a greater variety of foods can be re-introduced i.e. proteins such as fish, eggs and un-refined carbohydrates.

 

Do I need medical supervision during my Detox?

Detox is a very safe and natural process. It is a means used in nature by all creatures from the beginning of time, either by instinct or intelligence, to assist the body to relieve itself from discomfort, pain and dis-ease. Throughout your program, your body will be fully supported by super food supplements & juices and so you will not require medical supervision.

 

PLEASE NOTE, prior to your participation in the Detox Program we will require you to complete our Medical Questionnaire, Doctors Waiver and other papers and then upon your arrival, we will conduct a health & lifestyle evaluation. If there is any illness/ailment/allergy that raises a concern we will recommend that you undergo a medical check at local Hospital in Yreka or Ashland. If you already know of any pre-existing illness / ailment which may affect your ability to join our program you should consult your medical practitioner prior to making a booking.

 

When should a detox not be undertaken?

We do not recommend that you join a detox program if you have one or more of the following conditions:

• You are pregnant

• You are an insulin dependent diabetic.

• You are severely anemic

• You have recently undergone colon surgery.

• Severe Heart Problems

Always consult your G.P. if you have any medical condition which may affect your ability to participate in the program.