It’s important to detox our bodies but you need to understand the how and why to make it effective.

Detoxing has to be a gentle process which can take some time as releasing the toxins too quickly can mean that the poisons released into the bloodstream can overwhelm the body leading to sickness.  What if these toxins are not just the chemicals in your food and clothes or the pollution that you breath in every day?  What if they are sometimes parasites that absorb the heavy metals and toxins and remain in your body hidden away and protected.

By understanding that there are many types of toxins and addressing all of them you allow the body to truly heal and become free to work the way it was meant to.  So if you are feeling sluggish, swollen, achy or just off you might want to take this into account.

One of the best ways to begin this process is using aromatherapy which increases your circulation but has many other benefits as well.  BE LITE is a powerful formula designed to wake up your body’s natural flow by increasing circulation and reducing fluid retention whilst helping also with oedema, gout, varicose veins, muscle soreness, eczema, mild joint aches and pains and more.

BE LITE is formulated to support microcirculation and lymphatic drainage which can also help deal with the cosmetic effects of cellulite which can cause swelling and discomfort especially in areas such as knees, upper thighs, abdomen and upper arms.

What is Cellulite?

Cellulite often occurs due to trapped toxins and poor circulation.  Cellulite is not just “fat”.  When toxins and metabolic wastes are stored in connective tissue, a water retention “pouch” is created around the adipose cells to protect them against the toxins.  The surrounding connective tissue is compressed and the cellular exchanges are disturbed, collagen and elastin fibres are damaged and the fibrous tissue hardens.  More toxins mean more water retention, which means more compression, which in turn, means harder cellulite.

To begin combating cellulite, toxic wastes and impurities must be expelled from the body’s four major organs: kidneys, bowels, lungs and skin.  Next, resistance and elasticity of the supportive connective tissue must be strengthened and the functioning of the body’s own natural drainage and circulation systems must be improved.

What to do?

Here are some types of exercise and massage techniques to help prevent the accumulation of toxins:

1.     Elimination massage – this is a soft soothing massage applied with the fingers and palms in a slow rhythmic manner.  Using BE LITE oil facilitates the massage.  The purpose of elimination is to rid the body of waste products that have stagnated in the tissue and resulted in fatigue.

2.     Stimulation massage & exercise – this should be based on general co-ordination of the body systems and massage should be stimulating to promote the functioning of the circulatory system.  Massage of the deep connecting tissue relieves tension and restores flexibility and elasticity.  With this massage, start from the centre of the arches at the bottom of the feet, rubbing each with the knuckles of one hand while holding the toes of the other Toning exercise firms muscle tissue and restores the elasticity of connective tissue; isometric exercise is ideal, as is yoga, weight training, walking, aerobics and swimming.  Early morning stretching is also very beneficial.

3.     Lymphatic Massage – the lymphatic vessels are numerous, tiny dermal connective tissues that form a system to carry away excess fluid that would otherwise tend to accumulate.  Generally, cellulite is stationed near the filtering stations, the lymph nodes.  Lymphatic massage stimulates the lymph flow, cleanses and nourishes tissue, provides energy and removes excess fluid.  Start massaging upwards from the feet with a slow pumping pressure, avoiding the joints.  Massaging areas where cellulite is located will strengthen and restore tissues and increase local biological activity.

Toxins can also originate from emotional issues and this is the final step to helping with a deep cleanse. Find ways to rid yourself of what’s lying beneath the surface from the past and lovingly come to terms with it.  This process will release the emotional charge stored with the toxins allowing you to feel fully free.