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Milk cleanses are a good way to take care of your digestive health and detox by only drinking whole milk for a specific period of time. No other food, just milk. Rooted in the 5000 year old Indian tradition, explains the Art of Living website, this type of cleanse is based on Ayurvedic healing.
Ayurveda is all about taking cues from nature, for example, basing your diet on according to the weather and seasons. According to this practice, fall and spring are the best times to do these types of cleanses to rejuvenate your skin and health as a whole.
In fact, Whalebone Magazine recommends this cleanse for people who are feeling sluggish, overwhelmed, or bloated, and want some vitality back in their life.
The importance of milk
According to a blog on the Zandu website, the ancient Indian medical system valued milk for its many nutritive and therapeutic properties. It is even considered sacred and holy in Indian culture. Some of the health benefits of a milk cleanse include improving bone density, aiding heart health, and helping to boost your digestive health.
There are many types of milk available, especially in this day and age. Cow’s milk is highly respected in the Indian tradition, however other types of milk such as goats milk could be used for a milk cleanse.
Recently, this milk cleanse has gained popularity after actress Jamie Lee Sigler spoke about her milk cleanse publicly, reported the Independent. The Sopranos star recommended it, saying she hopes it will help with her gut issues.
How to get started
If you are interested in getting started with a milk cleanse, the first thing you need to do is consult with your medical practitioner, stressed Whalebone Magazine. Everyone is different, and you need to confirm it is a safe cleanse for you and your unique body. People who are lactose intollerant should not do this cleanse.
The next step is beginning the cleanse which consists of two phases.In phase one you basically go back to a baby-feeding schedule, by drinking milk every two hours. After your milk cleanse period is over, depending on how many days you are following it, you can move into the next phase. During phase two you start reintroducing foods into your diet, starting with vegetables, proteins and legumes.
A milk cleanse can help rejuvenate your body and improve your health. If you get the all clear from your physician, and want to try it, doing so afterThanksgiving or other holiday feasts, could help you feel your best. Your mind and body will thank you for it.
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