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Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
30-Day Guide to Detoxify Your Liver and Boost Thyroid Health Naturally
Week 1: Awareness about the body with Detoxification (Days 1-7) Goal : Starting with Liver detoxification and reducing the inflammation ( This is Important for T4-T3 conversion) Morning Routine : Warm water with lemon + 1 tsp flaxseed powder Lemon is rich in Vitamin – C which is antioxidant and Flaxseeds are rich in Omega – 3 which reduces the inflamation 30 mins brisk walking and Surya Namaskara Brisk walking and surya namaskar stimulates metabolic activities and helps to manage the thyroid functions Pranayama: Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) and Bhramari Diet : Avoid Gluten because it may trigger inflammation, Limit grains because it also contribute to the inflammation, Goitrogenic foods like broccoli, cauliflower should be avoided because they worsen the condition Begin with simple vegetable broths, fresh fruit , and millets like foxtail and barnyard , and Include iodine-rich foods like pumpkin seeds, and sprouted legumes in your diet Naturopathic Detox : Hydrotherapy: Liver pack on alternative days helps in Detoxification and in educing the inflammation Juice therapy: 1 glass of Green juice in empty stomach Enemas Twice this week to support colon cleansing Week 2: Nourishment & Gut Health (Days 8–14) Goal : Strengthen digestive fire, support gut flora Morning Routine : Triphala tea / cumin-fennel-jeera water This helps in stimulating the peristalsis and supports digestive system Yoga poses: Bhujangasana, Setu Bandhasana They help in stimulating the digestive fire and take cares of the Digestin and digestion related ailments Diet : Introduce fermented foods: Homemade kanji, fermented rice, and buttermilk Introduce more fibre via vegetables and soaked seeds Add selenium-rich foods (Brown rice, sunflower seeds) to support T3 conversion Therapies : Weekly hip bath and steam bath Mud therapy to abdomen 3x this week Mind-Body Practice : 20 minutes daily Yoga Nidra Helps in removing stress from the root and promotes relaxation and improve the sleep Gratitude journaling in the evenings Week 3: Hormonal Rebalance & Metabolism Boost (Days 15–21) Goal : Activate metabolism, balance estrogen-dominance and insulin response Morning Routine : Begin day with 15 rounds of Surya Namaskar (slow, stretching and fast rounds) 5 minutes Kapalabhati This activate pancreas, improve circulation, improve insulin sensitivity and regulate the body mechanism Diet : Intake of iron-rich foods like beetroot, sesame laddus They help in conversion of T4 to T3 Continue anti-inflammatory meals with more cooked vegetables Replace tea/coffee with Ashwagandha-Tulsi herbal decoction Therapies : Steam inhalation + neck massage to support thyroid circulation 3x a week Stimulating Acupressure points for for endocrine regulation Mind-Body Practice : Practice Trataka for endocrine and pineal gland support Research Insight : Studies from the Journal of Integrative Medicine show that ashwagandha helps significantly reduce TSH levels in subclinical hypothyroidism. Week 4: Integration, Rhythm & Renewal (Days 22–30) Goal : Establish long-term lifestyle habits and prevent relapse Morning Routine : Switch to a gentle walk in nature followed by a 21-minute Twin Heart meditation Grounding rituals (walking barefoot on grass, sun exposure) Diet : Begin intuitive eating: Eat only when hungry, chew thoroughly before swallowing Switch to infused water intake like fenugreek or coriander Try going Gran free Therapies : Monthly oil massage (Abhyanga) and head massage with Brahmi oil Optional fasting day with Fruits alone Monthly 1nce Mind-Body Practice : Practice Mouna (silence) for 2 hours a day, if possible Thyroid disorders in women are not only hormonal imbalances, they are the reflection of deeper improper lifestyle, in Kshemavana we focus of 5 pillars 1. Food and Nutrition 2. Gut and inner Fora 3. Sleep and restoration 4. Mind and Body 5. Energy and balance on correction thyroid gland can be reset naturally Dr. Narendra Shetty (Medical Director, Kshemavana) -With inputs from
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Near-death experience changes young rancher's perspective about family's land: 'I felt death there in the flames'
Born into a ranching family, Juan Guillermo Garcés was on the path to do the same, but a close encounter with death altered the course of his life as he vowed to preserve rather than destroy. As detailed by the Guardian, Garcés and his brother started a fire to clear land, but the flames nearly overtook them when the wind suddenly changed direction. The remaining virgin forest on their family's 6,200-acre property along Colombia's Magdalena River was decimated, and the terrifying images of animals fleeing the fire and plants burning seared into his mind. At 17 years old, Garcés nearly lost his life. Which of these environmental causes would you be most interested in supporting with a financial donation? Promoting clean energy Protecting clean air Advancing forest conservation Fighting climate change Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. "I felt death there in the flames," he told the Guardian. "When you're about to be burned alive, you become painfully aware of the destruction you have caused." A road-building project that threatened a stunning natural area near his family's ranch also caught his attention. Unsustainable cattle ranching and urbanization are key drivers of global deforestation, not only contributing to a sixth mass extinction event but also impacting ecosystems humans depend on for food, medicines, and other crucial products. According to a study in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, around one-quarter of drugs in modern medicine rely on rainforest plants. Garcés made it his life's mission to heal and founded the Río Claro Nature Reserve — a 7,400-acre paradise filled with rare and endemic wildlife, including more than 100 newly discovered species. The protected area also invites travelers to responsibly explore its grounds, offering activities such as birdwatching, hiking, and rafting. The proceeds support the reserve. The 74-year-old's work has inspired other Colombian landowners to start their own reserves, supporting the country's goal of protecting 30% of its land by 2030. As for the future, Garcés is determining how to legally maintain his reserve following his death, as privately owned reserves in Colombia aren't necessarily promised future protections. "I have never really been the owner of these forests, nor could I be," he told the Guardian. "If the law allowed, I would leave [the reserve] to the trees, to the animals. They are the true owners of this ecosystem." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
