Pre Detox Advice and Contra-Indications

Detox Program Contra-Indications

The following people should not undertake a long detox program (over 5 days):

• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding women
• Persons awaiting or recovering from major surgery
• Persons with advanced chronic infections
• Persons with advanced cancer, severe kidney or liver disease
• Persons who are significantly underweight, are suffering from anorexia or bulimia
• Persons suffering from mental illness, including schizophrenia and severe depression

The following can do a detox program but special care needs to be given:

• Persons on prescription medication or on steroids
• Habitual users of "social" drugs (alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs) or pain killers
• Growing children. They need mild and short detox methods only
• Persons over 65 years of age. Special care should be taken, considering carefully the level of health
• Persons suffering from type 1 diabetes, very low or high blood pressure, cancer, epilepsy, heart failure, kidney failure, liver disease and stomach ulcers

Detox Program Contra-Indications written by Graeme Bradshaw, Naturopathic advisor to Yoga Thailand.

Samahita Wellness does not claim to be a medical faculty and advises that the health of the individual is their own responsibility. It is important to seek medical advice regarding any health concerns before participating in a detox program.

Preparation Before Detoxing

Dietary Guidelines

From a dietary perspective, it is best to restrict the following for at least 7 days prior to your detox program:

• Alcohol/drugs/cigarettes
• Caffeine
• White sugar
• White flour
• Red meat and other animal protein
• Fried foods
• Processed foods
• Table salt

And to increase your intake of these foods:

• Fresh fruits
• Fresh vegetables
• Fresh fruit juices
• Fresh vegetable juices
• Whole grains
• Legumes
• Nuts and seeds
• Water (at least two liters per day)

Try to see the dietary changes as steps on your way to a healthier, happier lifestyle.

We look forward to you joining us here for your detox program.

Please see our Post Detox Guidelines section for further healthy eating and lifestyle suggestions.