Blood is present in the circulatory system of the human body and is responsible for passing oxygen to different organs of the body. The other body fluids present in the body are the liquids such as semen, saliva and vaginal fluids. Blood whichis present in the human body contains 55% plasma and 45% are different blood cells. There are three types of blood cells. Cleansing of the blood and the other body fluids present in the body is very important. Blood detoxification gives you radiant glowing skin. There are innumerable benefits of blood cleansing which help the human body to become pure and free of diseases.

Blood plays a vital role in the body of a person. There are three major roles played by blood in the body:

1. Regulation -Blood helps in regulating the right temperature of the body, thereby maintaining a balance in the body. The pH level is of the blood in the body is maintained by the plasma. Maintaining an optimum level of pH in the blood is important as it helps in carrying out important functions of the body.

2. Transportation - The blood helps in transporting oxygen to all the vital organs of the body from the lungs and the carbon dioxide from different organs is taken by the blood to the lungs for purification.

3. Protection - White blood cells present in the blood help in protecting the body against any damage or any infection. Blood clot to prevent loss of blood from the body.

There are various ways to detoxify blood. Detoxification in simple terms means removal of the impurities and toxins from the blood to make it pure.

There are various ways to detoxify blood in the body:
a) Fasting - This is one of the most common methods which helps to detoxify blood present in the body. b) Removal of impurities - Impurities can be removed from the blood through the kidneys, skin and the intestine. c) Enhancing the circulation of blood in the body d) Healthy nutrients to be refuelled in the body e) Stimulation of toxin removal from the liver

Enlisting a detoxification program:

1. Drinking plenty of water helps in quick detoxification of blood. 2. Increasing the intake of fiber in the body helps in enhanced detoxification procedure. Radish, cabbage, broccoli, beetroot, brown rice and artichoke are the best forms of vitamin C. 3. Deep breathing that allows complete infusion of oxygen in the human system. This is the simplest and perhaps the easiest way to detoxify blood. 4. Releasing sweat by method of sauna can be a good way to cleanse blood. 5. Regular foot bath or exfoliation of skin helps to cleanse the blood.

Botanical method to clean blood and body fluids

Below mentioned plants can help detoxification of the body fluids:

• Neem: Since neem has anti - fungal, antiseptic and anti - viral properties, it helps in cleansing of blood in the body.
• Amla - Amla not only cleanses the blood, but also other body fluids by removal of toxins from the body. It improves blood circulation as well.
• Mulberry - It is known to clean blood and increase its circulation.
• Tinospora cordifolia (Guduchi) - It purifies the toxins in body and blood.
• Antamul - Used for treating respiratory disorders, this plant cleanses the blood.

Lifestyle approach for detoxification

With the changes in lifestyle of people and lives becoming sedentary, many problems are known to arise. If the blood present in the body is not cleansed properly, there can be a lot of damages to the body.

Below mentioned are a few lifestyle changes that can be done to improve one’s health:

• Toxins build up in the body due to excessive smoke and alcohol, hence this should be reduced
• Reducing the intake of caffeine products and sweetened beverages
• Increasing physical activity duration
• Worry and tension and stress are other causes of build up of toxins in the body.
• Drinking lots of water
• Healthy and nutritious diet

Homeopathy treatment for detoxification

Since liver is the most important organ of the body where the process of detoxification takes place, liver detoxification at regular intervals is quite important. Blood which enters the liver is contaminated with bacteria, but through the liver, the toxins are removed.

There are different methods that are employed by the branch of homeopathy which helps in liver detoxification.

• Solidago - This procedure helps in the detoxification of blood and other fluids from both, the liver and kidneys.
• Chelidonium majus - This is a popular detoxification method used in homeopathy. People who suffer from acute inflammation or any other disorder of liver can take benefit from this method.
• Carduus marianus - The cleansing process takes place by acting on the left lobe of the liver. This method is useful for the treatment of cirrhosis.

Some of the common homeopathic medicines used are:

• Berberis
• Aloe
• Nux vomica
• Hydrastis
• Seponaria
• Chelidonium

Nutritional method for nourishing and cleansing blood and body fluids

Taking a balanced and healthy diet is very important for the smooth functioning of the body. Similarly a balanced diet is required for nourishing the blood and other fluids present in the body.

A. Goji berry juice - It is a powerful antioxidant which cleanses the blood along with increasing the efficiency of white blood cells and red blood cells.
B. Broccoli - It is one of the renowned food product which is used for purifying blood along with removal of toxins from the body.
C. Green tea - There are many benefits of green tea, of which one is detoxification of the blood.
D. Apples - Being a great source of vitamin A, C, K and E, apples are not healthy for the human body but also cleanse the blood.
E. Beetroot - beetroot are able to detoxify blood due to the presence of phytonutrients such as betalins which nourishes and cleans the blood It is a rich source of potassium and magnesium.
F. Carrots - Rich in vitamin A, carrots remove toxins from the blood and also clean the intestinal tract as it contains fiber. They also prevent any blood related disease.

Ayurvedic treatment for blood detoxification

Panchkarma is the most useful technique followed in ayurveda for the purification as well as detoxification treatment. Panchkarma diet is also followed in ayurveda which enhances the purification of blood and the other body fluids.
Virechana helps in the complete detoxification of the gastro - intestinal tract. Basti helps in cleansing the toxins that are present in 3 doshas i.e. Vata, Kapha and Pitta.As per to ayurveda, liver is considered as governed by the pitta dosha. The dysfunction of the liver is caused due to acidity, burning, infection or inflammation. There are five kinds of pitta dosha that are described by ayurveda:

1. Pachaka pitta: This consist of the juices and enzymes which are useful for the production of acids that need digestion.
2. Ranjaka pitta: This pitta dosh consists of blood cell production, pigmentation of the skin or balance of the body chemistry. In case of bad impact on the pachaka pitta, the ranjaka pitta is also impacted.
3. The other three important types of pitta are Bhrajaka pitta, sadhaka pitta and the alochaka pitta.

Ayurveda herbs that are useful for liver detoxification:

There are different ayurveda herbs that are quite useful for the detoxification of the liver.

• Curcumin: Prevents the entry of toxins
• Milk thistle: strengthening the liver
• Sharapunkha: Purifies blood
• Punarnava: It removes toxin

Yoga is a part of ayurveda that is followed for the enhancement of detoxification. Relaxation of the body and mind is very important. Performing surya namaskra is also beneficial for nourishing and cleaning the blood. The restorative poses of yoga are also quite helpful for the same. The above methods help you explain the various ways in which blood can be nourished and cleaned in the body. Consistent cleaning of blood is essential and useful for the human body.

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