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The Tao of Detox: Daniel Reid’s natural way to purify the body

Most people believe that they are completely safe in their homes, or in any other place they are used to. But it may be time to think twice. Why?

Our world is no longer the planet it was a very long time ago. When civilizations were just beginning to form, there was no industrial pollution. Because of the rapid changes that have taken place in almost every part of the world, our air, water and food now carry pollutants that earlier generations never met.

Who would not want to live a long life? Very few people reach 120 years or more, and despite popular legends, people did not routinely live that long in the past either. In fact, average life expectancy today is far higher than it was a century ago, thanks to better hygiene, nutrition and medicine.

Still, modern lifestyles take a toll on the whole body. With the hectic way of life many of us have grown used to, the body takes in more alcohol, additives and pollutants than is good for it. Normally the liver and kidneys clear these substances efficiently. Detox advocates such as Reid argue that when the body cannot keep up, these chemicals stay in the body and form build ups.

According to this view, such build-ups create imbalances in the body, and over time complications may arise. You may wonder how this could happen, but the answer, Reid says, lies in everyday habits.

Look at your daily life. Many of the foods you are used to eating contain additives, and drinks like soda, coffee and alcohol are not good for you in large amounts. Smokers take in harmful substances with every cigarette, and everyone breathes in exhaust from cars, trucks and other vehicles. Some hygiene products and the side effects of medicines add to the load. Note, though, that the idea of an “acid build-up” from these sources is not supported by medical science; your body keeps its acid balance within tight limits.

With so many harmful things around us, it is no surprise that many people get sick and look for a natural way to stay well. The wish for natural healing is shared by a great many people.

A body detox, in Reid’s view, is a way to rid your body of harmful chemicals that have been inside it for some time. A healthier lifestyle and better eating habits can certainly undo some of the damage caused by unhealthy habits, although no detox can reverse it all.

There are many detox resources you can turn to for guidance on the road to a healthier life. The book The Tao of Detox: The Natural Way to Purify Your Body for Health and Longevity, written by Daniel Reid, offers a holistic approach to cleansing the body. Reid argues that we need to clean our insides just as we need to clean our environment (and the whole planet).

The book offers a way to build up and look after your own health, which Reid believes is best achieved through detoxification.

If you want to lead a healthier life, this book may be a helpful guide to detox habits and to changing an unhealthy lifestyle. Talk to your doctor before starting any strict cleanse or fast.

Book: The Tao of Detox by Daniel Reid
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