Doctors and medical professionals generally advise against commercial detoxification during pregnancy or menstruation. Many warnings are given when a person is “normal”, but they can be even worse if they are pregnant or in their menstrual cycle. There is always the much healthier, natural type of detox that is recommended as an alternative, but even these are not recommended at this time.
When your period begins, and throughout the week, your body is in a state of ‘natural detoxification’, getting rid of tissue it doesn’t need. When this happens, the lining of the uterus breaks down and dissolves and slowly moves to the outside of your body. Depending on the woman, there may be several different ways the body will react; cramps, dizziness, fatigue, etc.
If you choose to try a detox at this stage, you’ll be trying to get your body to get rid of things it doesn’t need. In other words, to do what you are already doing! Women who detox during menstruation may experience more severe cramps and pain, increased weakness and fatigue, and other symptoms that they normally wouldn’t.
The only detox you should be doing during your menstruation cycle is the ‘natural’ type of detox and then just the nutritional aspect of it. There are several things that you can consume naturally that are beneficial and can even help reduce or even eliminate the discomfort of menstruation.
Some foods that can give your body the “fuel” it needs for its natural detoxification are usually raw fruits and vegetables, but there are also some supplements that can help. Be sure to increase your intake of calcium-rich foods like milk, yogurt, and green leafy vegetables. Keep in mind that chamomile and peppermint teas are also a good choice as they not only help detoxify your body naturally, but can also reduce the unpleasant symptoms of menstruation.
Also, cutting back on salt, sugar, and caffeine in the week before your period can help prevent cramps. You may also want to take vitamin B complex and vitamin B6. If you use supplements, be sure to take only the recommended dose and DO NOT exceed more than 100 mg of B6 per day. Remember, you may experience more adverse symptoms if you detox while you are menstruating. So think seriously about this please!
