“Gimme a head with hair,” as the song from the iconic musical Hair goes. The Broadway show waxed eloquent on the subject but never even touched on natural hair growth remedies or, say, a hair growth diet. Shocking oversight, don’t you think? Two hours of singing about hair, and not a word about how to keep it growing strong! Well, we’re picking up where they left off. Whether you’ve noticed some thinning or just want to avoid hair loss, you won’t want to miss these natural hair growth remedies and hair growth diet tips.



Hair Growth Diet Tips

A healthy strand of hair lasts five or six years. It not only carries your DNA code, it also reflects your diet and lifestyle choices. Hair shows, very literally, that we are what we eat. So, if you want thick, shiny, healthy hair – and we know you do! – you have to pay attention to your diet. The good news is that the foods that support your overall health are the same foods that support hair growth. Diet & hair growth go hand in hand.

For Natural Hair Growth, Make Sure You Get Quality Protein



Protein in your diet is crucial for hair growth. At LYT, we recommend eliminating all animal products from your diet, but that doesn’t mean we don’t recognize the need for protein. Be smart about your vegetarian or vegan choices and make absolutely certain that you’re eating whole foods, rather than processed substitutes. Incorporating nuts, seeds, and high-protein grains like quinoa can help keep your hair growth diet on-track.

The A, B, C’s of Hair Growth

Some of nature’s best hair growth remedies can be found at any farmer’s market. Great sources of vitamins A and C, as well as key B vitamins—all of which are necessary for hair growth–can be found in:

• Kale

• Collards

• Spinach

• Swiss chard

• Other leafy greens

Other great sources of vitamin C that are plentiful now that summer is here include bell peppers and berries. And don’t forget your B vitamins! Reach for the Brussel sprouts and broccoli. Adding garlic, spices and herbs also will boost your intake of the B vitamins. Eating healthy food, what could possibly be a more natural hair growth remedy?!

Add Some Heart-Healthy Fat for Shine 



In addition to protein and vitamins, a good hair growth diet should be a little nutty because nuts – especially walnuts – are a good source of Omega-3 fats. Flaxseed is another Omega-3 powerhouse, so add a handful of seeds to your smoothie, or drizzle some oil on your salad.

Other Natural Hair Growth Remedies



Stress is one of the key factors in hair loss, so it’s not surprising that stress management techniques like meditation are important for natural hair growth. Another thing to add to your regime is regular scalp massage, which is a great remedy because it not only feels great but it also stimulates blood flow to your scalp.

For a Great Head of Hair, Start at the Bottom



Regular colonics are another of our recommended natural hair growth remedies. By removing toxins from the body, colonics ensure that you absorb nutrients more effectively. This makes shiny, lustrous hair one of the many benefits of colon hydrotherapy. Give us a call or contact us online to learn more about the best colonic irrigation NYC offers. We want you to see for yourself what a true difference they make!

Colonics Can Be An Important Part Of The Holistic Lifestyle

What do you think of when we say holistic lifestyle or holistic wellness? Do visions of ashrams, crystals and sacred drumming come to mind, so that the concept seems nice enough . . . but out of reach for most of us? We have jobs, after all. And families. And sometimes some of us might secretly like to see what kind of trouble those Kardashian girls are stirring up for themselves. Who has time to pursue a holistic lifestyle?!

Living the Holistic Lifestyle

Surprise! Following the antics of the Kardashians can be part of your holistic lifestyle. The phrase may sound New Age-y, but here at LYT, we work hard to demystify it for our clients. We want you to understand that holistic wellness is about being whole. A holistic lifestyle is about balancing all the vital areas of your life including your relationships, your job, your finances and your self-care. By embracing and balancing all aspects of your life,you can enjoy optimum physical, mental and emotional well-being, AKA holistic bliss.

Getting to the Bottom of Holistic Wellness

Did you notice in the list above that ‘self-care’ appeared last? That wasn’t an accident. We’ve noticed that when many of our clients first come to us, self-care has dropped to the bottom of their lists. At LYT, we help them move it back to the top. When you attend to your own needs, everyone who depends on you will benefit: your boss, your spouse or partner, your kids, etc. Even the guy at the juice bar is more likely to get a boost from interacting with you if you’re embracing a holistic lifestyle.

Colonics and the Holistic Lifestyle

Now buckle your seatbelt (or unbuckle your pants?!) because this next part may surprise you. Colon hydrotherapy is one of the best tools available to anyone seeking a truly holistic lifestyle. The physical benefits of colonics are powerful, and there is no question that regular colon hydrotherapy can improve your physical health. But we know from our own experience (and that of our clients) that colonics often have a profound mental, emotional, and even spiritual impact as well.

Cleaning Up Your Act

Maybe it’s not really so surprising that when you engage in an ancient practice (colon hydrotherapy is thousands of years old) to literally rid yourself of the accumulated waste that is weighing you down, your mind and spirit lighten up as well. Time and again we see our clients transform their lives – you’ll forgive us this literal pun – by working from the bottom up. Skin clears up, yes. But relationships also gain clarity. Stomach problems, like acid reflux, disappear. And, at the same time, a client realizes that it’s time to leave a toxic job situation.

It’s seeing our clients improve every aspect of their lives that convinces us that colonics are such an important part of the holistic lifestyle and total mental and physical wellness.

Ready to Live Your Best Life?

We’d love to help you discover true holistic wellness through colonics and colon hydrotherapy here in NYC, along with a host of other services to help you reach your own personal best. Please contact us online, or give us a call. We’ll be happy to make an appointment or answer any questions you may have about how you can live in the bliss associated with a holistic lifestyle.

You might not expect an internet search for “Natural Alternatives for Depression” and a search for “Colonics NYC” to land you on the same page. Colonics are for digestive issues, right? They help to clear up skin problems, too. Right on both points. But colon hydrotherapy is also one of the most important and powerful tools available to people who want to naturally cure depression, without drugs.

The Serotonin Factor

You probably know that serotonin, a neurotransmitter that carries messages between cells, is sometimes called “the happiness hormone” because it’s a key player in regulating mood. But did you know that approximately 95% of your body’s serotonin is produced in your belly? So you can see why anyone looking to treat depression with natural alternatives to drugs would be wise to check in with the gut! In fact, some doctors have noticed that more than half of the patients they treat for depression also tend to have stomach problems. Coincidence? We think not!

Natural Ways to Cure Depression: The Basic Alternatives

Here’s the good news: All the things we suggest you do to keep your digestive system humming happily are also natural ways to cure depression:

• Exercise. Moving your body helps to regulate serotonin production and usage in your brain and your gut.

• Avoid sugar, alcohol and refined flour. These foods are detrimental to your physical, mental and emotional well-being because they tax your adrenal glands – the glands that balance blood sugar levels and support how we think, feel, and react in fight or flight situations.

• Avoid animal proteins. Foods high in protein, such as animal products, cause a drop in serotonin levels.

• Avoid caffeine. It may seem to boost your energy level, but it actually KOs serotonin.

• Eat fresh, wholesome food that is minimally processed. A good diet will go a long way to keeping your mood steady.

• Nurture yourself. Do nice things for yourself. Starting with scheduling a colonic. 

Colonics and Depression

Medical studies show that there is a strong connection between depression and chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Your digestive tract actually contains so many neurons that it’s called The Second Brain, and it is in constant communication with the brain between your ears. The vagus nerve is kind of like a sophisticated cable connecting your belly and your brain, so that they can send and receive messages to one another. And the stomach sends nine times more messages to the brain than vice versa! We think that fact alone is a clear indication of why colonics should be in the arsenal of anyone seeking natural alternatives to depression. A healthy gut and a healthy mind are inextricably linked.

Your Body Is a Wonderland

John Mayer had it right. Your body really IS a wonderland, and it deserves the very best support you can give it. If you are severely depressed, see a doctor. But try to find one open to exploring natural ways to cure depression, and know that the team here at LYT is here to help in any way we can. We can provide you with the best colonics NYC has to offer as well as tailored nutrition advice and our years of experience. Contact us online or give us a call at 212-696-1800—we’d be happy to show you the ropes!

Symptoms that May Signify an Impacted Bowel

Are you suffering from an impacted bowel? Wonder what is a normal bowel movement? Well, if you’re constipated and experiencing any of the following: cramping, a bloated or distended abdomen, a sense of fullness (even after elimination), diarrhea, or bad breath, you may have hardened fecal matter in your colon and be suffering from an impacted bowel. Treatment might be the solution to return back to healthy and normal bowel movements.



Impacted bowel syndrome is actually quite common. Stool hardens in the colon and can’t be moved out, no matter how your body strains to push it out. Everything backs up behind it and your body is flooded with toxins as a result. The problem is caused by diets that are rich in starch and protein (especially animal protein), not drinking enough water, lack of exercise, and stress. Certain medications and heredity also can be contributing factors. But knowing that it’s common is no consolation when you’re in the throes of discomfort an impacted bowel can cause.

If you’re suffering from any of the preceding symptoms, you should highly consider impacted bowel treatment through colonic irrigation. NYC’s LYT can help in getting you back to normal bowel movements.

Don’t Suffer in Silence, Seek Treatment



At LYT, we often see clients suffering from an impacted bowel. We help them to get immediate relief with regular colonic irrigation treatments. Then we help each client gain an understanding of their body by answering the question “What is a normal bowel movement?” Our professionals will work with you to develop a program to help avoid future problems. 



Colonic irrigation provides immediate and long-term relief to those suffering from an impacted bowel Treatment starts by softening the hardened stool so that it can be flushed away. A colonic also helps to strengthen the peristaltic muscles of the colon so that future bowel movements will be easier. Regular treatments can eliminate chronic constipation, aid overall digestion, strengthen the immune system and improve circulation. Along with diet and exercise – and our experts will help with that – colonic irrigation treatment is your first line of defense if you’re suffering from an impacted bowel.



What Is a Normal Bowel Movement?



We know that constipation and impacted bowels aren’t normal, but what is a normal bowel movement? Many experts believe that you should eliminate within 20 minutes of each meal. In other words, three bowel movements each day.  The stool should be thick, moist, easy to pass, and come out in one, long piece. Many of our clients tell us that prior to regular colonic irrigation, they couldn’t remember ever having produced healthy stool!

C’mon, Get Happy!

Suffering from an impacted bowel is uncomfortable, toxic for every organ in your body, and completely unnecessary. Gentle colon hydrotherapy will relieve your symptoms and put you on the road to your best health ever. Please call us today and make an appointment for the best colonic irrigation NYC has to offer. We’ll work with you to get your colon in tip-top form, and transform pain to pleasure.

Note: If your symptoms are so severe that you can’t sit or stand, are accompanied by fever, or if you experience rectal bleeding, seek medical attention immediately.

“How to have a healthy colon/Let me count the ways … “ Okay, Shakespeare never wrote a sonnet about the colon, but we think he could have. A healthy colon is poetry in motion – emphasis on the motion!! One of the things we love most about the folks who read our blog is that they understand that a healthy colon is as important as both healthy heart and lungs. And what’s one of the most effective ways to keep the mojo movin’ and groovin’ in the six- foot- wonder- down- under that is your colon? The best colon hydrotherapy NYC has to offer, of course, which you’ll find right here at LYT.

Are colon cleanses healthy?

If you’re exploring how to have a healthy colon, and are new to the idea of colon cleanses, you may have some questions. One of the first things many of our prospective clients ask is: “Are colon cleanses healthy?” The answer is yes. If you missed our recent post on colonics and safety, you may want to check it out. But the bottom line is that with the very rare exception of a few medical conditions, colon hydrotherapy can benefit anyone at any time. Yes, you read right, colon cleanses are healthy!

In fact, colonics have been used for thousands of years to help support a healthy immune system, which in turn allows the body to heal itself as it is meant to do. The procedure is gentle and pain-free and the results – clearer skin, more energy, better digestion and elimination, to name just a few common benefits – put colon hydrotherapy near the top of the Why & How to Have a Healthy Colon list.

What other things help support a healthy colon?

Now that you’re asking, “Are colon cleanses healthy?” — and hopefully, have called us to schedule a colon hydrotherapy session at LYT! – you’re probably wondering what else is on the How to Have a Healthy Colon list. It may not surprise you to learn that diet, exercise and lots of water all feature prominently on the list.

Medical studies have clearly established a link between meat consumption and colon cancer, so we recommend our clients eliminate or at least reduce meat and other animal products from their diets. Instead, consume lots of fresh vegetables, especially greens like kale, collards, Swiss chard and arugula. Our staff is here to help you find the diet that’s perfect for your tastes and needs, and we always welcome your questions.

T. Colin Campbell’s new book, “Whole, Re-thinking the Science of Nutrition”

Exercise is equally important for your healthy colon, so add it to that How to Have a Healthy Colon list! Walk, run, bike, kick-box, do yoga and/or pilates . . . just find something active you enjoy and do it regularly. Work up a sweat and replenish with lots of fresh water.

Finally, remember, one of the best things you can do for your colon is to bathe it regularly with the help of a trained colon hydrotherapist. Still wondering ‘Are colon cleanses healthy?’ Well, wonder no more! You’ll find the best colon hydrotherapy NYC offers, along with lots of other great resources and information right here at LYT. We’d love to help you and your colon get in the best possible health so please give us a call or e-mail us any questions you may have so we can support you!

Breakfast: What’s a Food Combining Vegan to Do?

Search the internet for vegan breakfast ideas and you’ll find plenty of options that will probably give you an immediate bout with indigestion if you’re following the food combining principles we recommend here at LYT. But don’t despair! The world’s healthiest, most glowing superhero, Colonic NYC flies to the rescue, with healthy breakfast food suggestions your taste buds, your tummy, and your colon are going to love.

Read on for some ideas that will send you out the door with the energy you need to save the world – or, you know, at least make it through the NYC subway tunnels and to the office with a smile on your face.

Vegan Breakfast Ideas Begin With The Quick Fix

• Fruit is the ideal healthy breakfast food for hectic mornings, especially now that the weather is getting warmer and fresh fruit will be in season. It’s best to eat fruit alone on an empty stomach, so morning is a perfect time to get all the benefits fruit offers without inadvertently gassing up your system.

• Make a fruit salad the night before and sprinkle it with coconut flakes and cinnamon in the morning for a delicious treat. Remember, avocados combine favorably with fruit, but not melons, and are a fabulous pairing!

• Or just grab a banana and a container of blueberries and enjoy their compatibility and clean-eating on the run. Eating dried fruit? It’s best eaten right after the fresh, juicy fruit. Raisins, dates, mulberries, or figs are delicious options! 

• Green juice is another great vegan breakfast on-the-go. You can make it the night before if you know you’ll be pressed for time. Store it in a mason jar and fill it right to the very top to prevent the least amount of oxidation. Like fruit, it’s best on an empty stomach, shouldn’t be combined with other foods, and will offer you an awesome boost of energy.

The Steady Pace



Another one of our Superhero Colonic NYC’s favorite vegan breakfast ideas isn’t quite as fast as grabbing a piece of fruit, but does share the advantage of being portable. If you have 15 minutes, blend up a Green Velvet smoothie for a great healthy, vegan breakfast on-the-go.

In fact, avocado (the key ingredient in the Green Velvet smoothie) is a terrific healthy breakfast food, with more than 25 essential nutrients, along with fiber, protein and heart-healthy fat. Sliced or mashed up avocado on toasted Ezekiel bread makes a satisfying, vegan breakfast. Another idea is to add a pinch of sea salt and a dash of cinnamon for the spice lover in you!



The Leisurely & Healthy Breakfast Treat

What if you have company, or just want a special breakfast for yourself or your family? We have a vegan breakfast idea for a special occasion, too! You may have never thought of quinoa as a healthy breakfast food but, it’s an alternative to oatmeal and is a fabulous transition food for those new to eating clean. Plus, it’s easy to dress up for company who may have been dreaming of a western-style breakfast. Pep it up with some sautéed, chopped chives and diced, red peppers. Add dashes of chili powder and nutritional yeast and it’s got the makings of Tex-Mex!

Share Your Ideas With Us!



There you have it: some of our favorite vegan breakfast ideas. We’d love to hear how you incorporate healthy breakfast food into your busy morning, so contact us if you have an idea you’d like to share. And, of course, we hope you’ll come see us soon for a colonic or one of our other services to support your healthy transformation.

What do Mike Tyson, Bill Clinton, Anne Hathaway and physicist Brian Greene all have in common?  They’ve discovered the benefits of a vegan diet. If you’ve ever wondered about the benefits of being vegan, this post is a must-read. We’re going to give you some of the most compelling reasons we know to kick meat, eggs and dairy to the curb and learn firsthand the many benefits of vegan diet.

A Vegan Diet Can Give You More Energy

Endurance athletes Brendan Brazier and Scott Jurek fuel their 100+ mile runs solely with plant-based foods. Both swear that after they stopped consuming animal products, their recovery time became quicker and their energy levels rose.

Vegan athlete, Brendan Brazier.

Our work here at LYT has shown us, time and time again, that increased energy is one of the most common benefits of a vegan diet. Digesting food is the most demanding task the body undertakes each day, and animal products make the job more difficult. Benefit from being vegan with the switch to plants and you automatically free up a lot of energy. In addition, when you increase your intake of vegetables in a rainbow of hues, you get more micronutrients and yet another energetic boost. Of course, colonics can supercharge your energy reserves as a wonderful complement to your diet. (And might we add that the best colonics NYC has to offer are right here at LYT! But you knew that, didn’t you?!)

Vegan Diets Have Been Shown to Discourage and Even Reverse Disease

Popular films including Forks Over Knives; Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead; and Simply Raw clearly demonstrate one of the most compelling benefits of a vegan diet: the ability to reverse disease. Some of the diseases that have been eliminated when patients adopted a vegan diet include:

• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Type 2 diabetes
• Depression
• Some autoimmune diseases,
• Some cases of cancer

Prevention isn’t as dramatic, perhaps, but one of the best benefits of being vegan is knowing that you’re lowering your risk for life-threatening conditions with every healthy, delicious bite. 

Vegan Diets Are Easy on the Planet

Yes, more benefits of being a vegan! Your body isn’t the only one that will thrive when you switch from meat to plants! Mother Nature also reaps the benefits of a vegan diet. It’s been said – with good reason – that a vegetarian driving a Hummer will have less negative impact on the environment than a carnivore who drives a Prius. Some estimates say it takes more than 2500 gallons of water to raise just one pound of beef, and the methane gas emitted by livestock causes more damage to the o-zone than any other factor. Further, animals raised for consumption suffer in appalling conditions, so choosing not to be a meat-eater is a humane and ethical choice that can have a more subtle, but equally real, effect on your overall health.

Vegans Have More Fun! 

Okay, we may not be able to prove this empirically, but from our own experience, we’re pretty sure this is yet another of the many benefits of a vegan diet.  And don’t Betty White, Ellen DeGeneres and Russell Brand, who all are vegan, always seem to be having a pretty good time? In short, a vegan diet and colonics are both great ways to lighten up–literally and figuratively!

To see how the experts at LYTnyc can offer other health advice and assist in improving your life naturally, contact us online or give us a call at 212-696-1800.

Don’t Be Lax About Laxatives! Want to know why we’re diving into a topic as potentially uncomfortable as the dangers of laxatives this week? Four words: We care about you! Please know that even mild laxatives are not meant for frequent use. In the United States alone, consumers spend more than $700 million on laxatives each year. Before you add to that number, here are some things you should know.

There’s nothing LOVABLE about LAXATIVES!

3 Common Dangers of Laxatives

Before you commit to buying them, you should know the dangers of laxatives. Laxatives can cause:

• Diarrhea

• Nausea

• Severe

• Cramping

• Vomiting

Your body reacts to laxatives as it does to any other toxin you might ingest; red alarms go off to alert to the presence of something that shouldn’t be there, and your body attempts to purge itself of the offending substance. And, just as dehydration can occur when your system is trying to rid itself of rotten food or the invaders that cause the flu, you can easily dehydrate after taking a laxative.

Another major danger of laxatives is that they are easy to misuse. The Catch-22 is built right in: you use laxatives because you want to restore normal bowel function; but if you’re reaching for a laxative, you’ve already lost normal bowel function, and probably don’t know – or have forgotten – what it looks and feels like to have a healthy movement. If you’re not eliminating well, there is a dietetic or neurological issue that no laxative can solve. You need to look at your diet and ensure you’re getting lots of fresh, nutrient-dense food. Then take steps to rehabilitate your colon; try working with a skilled colon hydrotherapist like the ones here at LYT.

Laxatives can be addictive. Yet another danger inherent to laxative use is the fact that these products can be physically addictive, in the sense that your body can become so dependent on them that it won’t be able to produce a bowel movement without them.

Colon Cleanse vs. Laxatives

There IS a better way! Enter the game-changer, Colonic NYC, LYT’s healthy superhero. (Only, you know, without the snappy cape and boots.) A colonic addresses the same problems laxatives claim to address, but without the inherent dangers of laxatives. Still wondering why colon cleanse vs. laxatives?

Colonics cleanse the system, while laxatives do not. A colonic bathes the colon with pure water, loosening and gently removing accumulated material.

Colonics strengthen what laxatives weaken. Colonics actually strengthen and condition the colon. A trained colon hydrotherapist is like a personal trainer for your colon. The peristaltic muscles so necessary for a healthy bowel movement gets stronger with every colonic you have.

Colonics encourage healing. With colonics added to your health regimen, your body’s capacity to heal will astound you. Colonics are a great way to assist the process since they improve your immune system.

In the colon cleanse vs. laxatives debate, colonics are always the clear winner, with so many real health benefits and none of the dangers of laxatives. To get the most from a colon cleanse, we always encourage our clients to check out our Colonics Rock page and remember, our team of experts in NYC is always available to answer your questions.  

How to Fight Fatigue, Combat Stress and Boost Your Energy Reserves

Want to know how to fight fatigue, combat stress and boost your energy reserves? We’ll get right to the point: it’s easier than you think. There are foods that fight fatigue, and building your diet around them can make a world of difference in the way you feel.

Foods that Fight Fatigue by Decreasing Inflammation

Many of us are low on energy because our bodies are in a constant state of low-level inflammation, so it’s important to eat the foods that fight fatigue and avoid those that cause it, like sugar and alcohol, for example. If you’re wondering how to fight fatigue on a daily basis, you’ll want to follow an anti-inflammatory diet. Fortunately, this is easy to do. Here are some basics to keep in mind:

• “Veg out.” Vegetables are perhaps the best foods to fight fatigue. They help boost your energy levels because they are easy to assimilate. They contain fiber, which helps move food through your system naturally, and they are less irritating to the colon than foods like animal products, or processed and refined foods. Vegetables leave less residue behind, and less residue means less inflammation.
• Almost all vegetables will help your body reduce its level of inflammation but some are such high performers that that you’ll want to give them a starring role whenever possible. Try any of these members of the Brassica family, which all are great sources of the flavonoids and anti-oxidants your body craves to fight fatigue:
• Kale – tear the leaves from the rib to use in a salad, or try it sautéed with ginger and garlic, or lightly steamed with a touch of lemon juice.
• Cabbage – shred it and add a light dressing, or use it in a soup.
• Broccoli and Cauliflower – great in salads and stir-fry dishes, or steamed in a small amount of bouillon seasoned water (Seitenbacher’s broth is great) but also try these cruciferous superstars steamed, with lemon and a sprinkle of Bragg’s Amino Acids for a simple, yummy side dish.
• Avocado, mushrooms, onions and garlic should also be staples on your shopping list of foods that fight fatigue.
• Spice things up! Many spices, including cinnamon, cloves, and ginger are powerful and delicious ways to fight inflammation. Turmeric, which lends its bright yellow color to curry, deserves special mention for its inflammation-fighting abilities. Try it in stir fries or even smoothies.
• Go nuts! Walnuts, particularly, can help keep inflammation at bay. In one study as little as four walnuts increased blood levels of omega-3s, which help the body manage inflammation. 4 walnuts! Now that’s how to fight fatigue! 

Juicing

And colonics! NYC is not just stressful because it is fast-paced. It’s also dirty, and your system is pretty much constantly under attack. Your body needs all the help it can get to “take out the trash.” Juicing will flood your cells with readily-available nutrients, and colonics will flush out the stuff that’s dragging you down. Together, they’re a dynamic duo in the how-to-fight-fatigue arsenal, and are sure to boost your energy level and your mood.

So now you know how to fight fatigue! And with summer just around the corner, we know you’ll put that extra energy to good use!

To schedule a consultation to see how else our team of holistic healers can help keep your energy boosted this summer, please contact us online or give us a call at 212-696-1800.

Tips and Tools

Last week we gave you some great spring detox basics to help you plan a spring cleanse. A natural body detox is a key component of this process, so this week, we’ll go a little deeper and give you some easy-to-use tips and tools for effective, natural cleansing.

Tip: Get Back To Basics With Your Natural Body Detox

Attending to the basics is absolutely critical for a natural body detox. This includes:

• Exercise

• Water intake

• Deep breathing

• Rest

While you’re actively eliminating your toxins, remember to be gentle with yourself. You may need more time alone than you usually do, and you will definitely need to make sure you’re getting enough sleep.

Exercise! Christopher Harrison’s AntiGravity® Yoga is a phenomenal stress-reliever and detox tool! Even Katie Couric has gotten in on the action.

Tool: Food Combining Chart

To keep your digestive track in top form, remember to follow the principles of Food Combining that we encourage at LYT for natural cleansing. If you find it to be confusing at first, take a peek at our suggested meal plan that makes it really easy-breezy.

Our food combining chart is available on our website for free! Just click the link above to access it & start detoxing easy-peasy!

Page 2 of our Food Combining Chart. Loaded with simple suggestions to help you maintain your spring detox at every meal!

Tip: Lighten Up.

We’re talking about lightening your daily load of toxins. Eating foods like meat, dairy, white flour and sugar, and/or drinking alcohol always taxes your body, but when you’re working on a natural body detox, it’s especially important that you avoid them. One great way to make sure you’re only putting in the nutrients you need for neutralizing acidic toxins to assist natural cleansing is to try a juice fast. Take a long weekend and try a three day fast, and you’ll be amazed at the results. Don’t feel ready to make that leap? Commit to juicing until dinner while you’re on your detox plan or, at the very least, choose days of the week to avoid alcohol, animal products and desserts completely.

You can elevate detoxification by taking a break from poor foods – you don’t have to be extreme just be more conscious of your choices!

Tool: Colonic Irrigation.

Looking for a life-changer? The most transformational colonic irrigation NYC serves up is right here for you at LYT! Put the clean in natural cleansing by scheduling gravity colon hydrotherapy treatments. This may be the single-most powerful thing you can do to aid your system in a natural body detox. Flushing away mucus and putrefying fecal matter will make it easier for your body to absorb nutrients and will help re-establish the micro-flora ecosystem so important for good health. After colonic irrigation, you will probably find that your natural cleansing gives you more energy, and don’t be surprised if your friends comment that your eyes are sparkling and your skin is all-a-glow! 

Co-Founder Joyce Rockwood explains the gravity colon hydrotherapy procedure.

Tip: Remember To Ask For Help If You Need It.

Designing a natural body detox may be easier with a little expert advice. Many alternative therapy practitioners, including those here at LYT, can help you customize a program that will work best for you and provide you with moral and “technical” support in case you hit any unexpected snags.

NOTE: If you are pregnant, or have any special health challenges, do not attempt a body detox or any substantial lifestyle change without consulting your doctor or comparable health care professional.