A recent visit to DrDavidWilliams.com revealed a good article on intestinal health. He talks about the benefits of maintaining proper bacterial balance in the intestines. In fact, he discusses 7 tips for doing just that, saying that increasing intestinal flora in the GI tract is indeed one of the very best things you will do to improve intestinal and health.

Here are the 7 tips Dr. David Williams outlines at his website:

1. Reduce the amount of antibiotics used
   
2. Reduce the use of unnecessary drugs
3. Avoid foods with sulfur based preservatives
4. Maintain a diet rich in fermented milk products
5. Eat large servings of oatmeal once a week or more
6. Make sauerkraut a normal staple in your diet
7. Consider using probiotic supplements
   

 The complete article can be read here

While an intestinal detox can be a great way to rid yours body of things like intestinal parasites and built up plaque, the real and lasting benefits come from a proper diet.  For example, a recent article in the Seattle PI News talks about the advantages of a raw food diet, and the health benefits associated with this recently popular new way of eating.

Raw foods have the huge advantage of providing the body with beneficial and essential enzymes. when food is heated, many of these essential enzymes are destroyed. The body is then forced to produce more enzymes to compensate. Also, as we age we produce less of these key enzymes.

One quote from the Seattle article sums it up - "Raw foodists say they feel better and healthier than ever, and that chronic sickness often disappears". 

Good health can be easy to maintain, just make it a way of life!

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The article does point out that a healthy colon is the bases of good health, and we totally agree with that statement. It goes on to explain that indeed, a diet high in processed foods, sugars and bleached white flour absent of raw fruit and vegetables will generally alter normal bowel function. In addition, a diet high in meat and especially processed meats can increase the risk of colon cancer.

A good point is made that colon disease is very common in the United States, and why good bowel health is important. The article gives additional good advice with regard to seeking out your health care provider if you see signs or symptoms of internal problems such as rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, or changing bowel habits.

In summary, the write-up is informative, but it would be wise to research the benefits of a good quality colon cleanse as a way of removing debris from years of poor diet. Perhaps one might say that once the colon is clean that a high fiber and water policy is in order for long term health. Always consult your health care provider if you have any health concerns or before beginning a colon cleanse or other similar program.

Yet another is Pumpkin Seeds and Grapefruit seed extract, known to be effective against Roundworms, as well as tapeworms. Black Walnut is also an effective herbal intestinal cleanser and is additionally useful in fighting Ringworm. Garlic together with Goldenseal is known to be a good remedy for Roundworms. When deciding on a garlic supplement, it might be wise to consider buying fresh whole garlic and eating raw.

The article also mentions the importance of a diet low in items such as coffee, refined sugar, refined flour, cheeses and sweets - all of which may contribute to intestinal worms. Eating a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables may increase resistance of cells against larvae penetration.

Finally, the write-up discusses body purification options like Ayurveda -  a natural process which cleanses the entire body including the intestines.  At the end of the day it is all about proper diet and keeping the colon operating a peak performance. A well functioning colon is truly the way to exceptional health.

Quoting a one expert, Dr. Peter Hotez of George Washington University, the article says that parasite infections have been largely ignored by many health experts in the US. The implication is that the issue has been ignored is because it only affects the poor.

The article goes on to say that CDC has found that about 14 percent of the American population is infected with Toxocara Roundworms which are usually passed on by either cats or dogs to people.

The problem is a very real one and appears to be on the increase which is way a regular colon cleanse program will not only help to reduce the incidence of parasitic infection but will also reduce the amount of toxic substances in the human body. Today, more than ever, we are living in a highly toxic environment and that is why a good detoxification of the body once or twice a year is not such a bad idea.

These countries have watched for years as the US and other first world nations have basked in wealth and modern conveniences, and so now these countries along with their Billions of occupants are seeking the same quality of life. Which is fine;  the only catch is that global pollution goes hand in hand with modernization and industrialization. The amount of pollutants in the environment does in fact have a direct and proportional relationship to the levels of toxins found in the human body.

The effects of industrialization and it's resulting pollution can be felt by everyone, just about everywhere on a round planet. Human toxicity levels are at the highest levels to date and the results on the human body are alarming to say the least.

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