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 you are pregnant or on your 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 menstruation 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 out of your body. Depending on the woman, there can 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’re already doing! Women who detox during menstruation may experience more severe cramps and pain, increased weakness and fatigue, and other symptoms that they would not normally have.
The only detox you should be doing during your menstrual cycle is the ‘natural’ type of detox and then just the nutritional aspect of it. There are several things you can consume naturally that are beneficial and can even help reduce or even eliminate period discomfort.
Some foods that can give your body the ‘fuel’ it needs for its natural detoxification are usually raw fruits and vegetables, but there are some supplements that can help too. Be sure to increase your intake of calcium-rich foods such as milk, yogurt, and green leafy vegetables. Keep in mind that chamomile and peppermint teas are also a good option that not only help detoxify your body naturally, but can also reduce unpleasant menstrual symptoms.
Also, cutting back on salt, sugar, and caffeine during 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 only take the recommended dosage and DO NOT exceed more than 100mg of B6 per day. Remember, you may experience more adverse symptoms if you detox while menstruating. So think very seriously about this please!
