Saturday, June 20, 2009

Using the Salt Water Flush as Part of the Cayenne Pepper Diet

By Susan Wells

The salt water flush is one of the key parts to the cayenne pepper diet cleanse. This is separate from the lemon, pepper, and syrup drink that you consume during the day while on the cleanse. This salt water flush is designed to mobilize and eliminate waste, clearing your bowels when you drink it in the morning.

The salt water flush purifies the digestive system and is most effective as a waste eliminator, so it is very effective in combination with other cleanses like the cayenne pepper diet. Laxatives and enemas only clean out the colon, which is a small part of your whole digestive system, but the salt water flush cleans the entire system. You do not become dependant on expensive store bought remedies. The salt water flush is often used to treat ailments like colds, digestive issues and high blood pressure. Many people report additional benefits such as an increase in energy, renewed appetite, fresher breath, better sleep and clearer skin.

The recipe is basic. You will need 1 quart of lukewarm water and 2 teaspoons of sea salt. That's an important point - you must be using non-iodized sea salt to do the flush correctly. Just mix those two ingredients together and add the juice of a lemon or lime for taste. Then sip the drink rather than guzzling it down.

The original recommendation is to drink the entire quart, but I personally would not force myself to drink all of it. You many find the right amount is just 16 oz of the liquid. Listen to your body and let it decide. Also, if you decide to eliminate the salt water flush while cleansing, the recommendation is that an herbal tea with laxative properties can be used instead. Normally this tea will be drank in the evening before bed.

If you have health concerns or reservations about the salt water flush, it would be best to consult with your physician before starting this. In fact, before beginning any cleanse or diet it's a good idea to clear it with your doctor. Some doctors will advise you against the flush, suggesting your colon will do all the work needed once you have completed your cleanse. Talk to your doctor about it.

The bathroom is going to be very important to you after you drink the saline solution. About 30-45 minutes after drinking the quart of prepared salt water flush, you will experience an urgent need for a bowel movement. This indicates that the flush is doing it's job. If you are feeling bloated and elimination isn't occurring, you may try squatting with your back against the wall to help things along.

In conjunction with the cayenne pepper diet, the salt water flush is useful to help you start with a clean slate and get the true unpolluted benefits of the cleanse. Remember these valuable tips:

1. Always consult with your doctor if you have cancer, tuberculosis or appendicitis. Ditto for ulcers;

2. Celtic Sea Salt is said to make the taste more tolerable;

3. A straw can help you drink the solution, avoiding the gag reflex because of the salty taste;

4. Wait eight hours after your last meal before using the flush. It won't work properly if performed to soon;

5. Your toilet will be your best friend after drinking the flush. Plan to be near one;

Headaches are a frequent detoxification symptom. They usually disappear by day four. Most of us will be tempted to take pain medication to help with the headaches resulted from the toxins being purged from inside our bodies. However, it is not advisable to do so because pain medication is yet another chemical adding toxins to the body. To help with the migraine, drink more water to help with the cleanse. The faster the body is removing the toxins, the faster the relief fro the side effects of the detox will be. - 14130

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