Detoxing: good or bad idea for diabetics?

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Permalink Reply by Tom Goffe on July 25, 2009 at 10:44pm

It is a load of ca-ca (pardon the pun). Take a look at NIH, Mayo or Joslin's web sites and do a search for "detox." Better yet, ask your GP or a gastroenterologist for an opinion. True, folks who go for that sort of thing will say that the 'traditional' doctors won't go for it. But ask what their qualifications are, how many patients they have treated, and some generally accepted scientific tests to validate the efficacy of the technique.

Best,
-Tom

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Permalink Reply by Denise Reyes on July 25, 2009 at 10:57pm

thanks for the reply tom!
ill definitely look into those sites.
ive been eating a lot of junk
and more than enough of it!
i was thinking a "detox"
would help me get back into healthier habits.
-d

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Permalink Reply by Terry Keelan on July 26, 2009 at 8:59am

I don't think the tonic itself is bad for diabetics, if you know the carbs in the maple syrup and bolus properly. I think trying to detox using ONLY that tonic is bad not only for diabetics but for anyone.

You can detox and get back into healthier habits without drinking a concoction like the one you described.

Plain water is the best cleanser. It's used wordwide, been in use for centuries, plentiful where we live and is renowned as a universal cleansing agent.

Rather than go through a ritual involving an untested tonic, make up your own ritual to start healthier habits. Start with drinking water as your only beverage (or the tonic) but also eat something, following the plan described by Kristin, below. It uses stuff that is proven to be healthy for you.

Starting to eat healthier is not easy since we're surrounded by junk all day long. One way to start is to surround yourself with healthy food. If you don't have junk in the house, you won't eat it. When you are out and about and find yourself in a place selling a lot of junk either leave, or buy a bottle of water and a piece of fruit, if there is any, and leave. Fast.

One more thing. Two, actually. One - Always eat breakfast. If you have to leave the house before having breakfast, eat something first. Two - Pack your own lunch.

Here's to healthy eating.

Terry

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Permalink Reply by Denise Reyes on July 26, 2009 at 12:04pm

i agree terry-
im not 100% sold on the tonic.
and plus i barely touch syrup these days!

i usually only drink water
with the exception of juices for lows.

ive been looking for other ways of "detoxing"
and came across some recipes and ideas for healthier eating
they sound a lot less drastic

i have a BIG problem with eating breakfast as well...
-d

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Permalink Reply by Terry Keelan on July 26, 2009 at 12:38pm

The reason to eat in the morning before you leave (you don't have to call it breakfast) is to reduce the temptation to snack or graze on junk before lunch. it's a small part of the bigger picture.

Easy things to eat in the morning are:

A medium size piece of fruit - apple, pear, peach, nectarine. Not too ripe. Even a banana if it's just past green, or
A half cup to a cup of trail mix, or
A high-grain toast with peanut butter. (yeah, this takes a little work)

Avoid so-called 'breakfast bars' or 'breakfast shakes' unless you closely read the label and determine that it's got the right amount of fiber, carbs and calories.

Terry

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Permalink Reply by patti lopez on July 25, 2009 at 10:58pm

I've been wondering myself too, but because I don't know the after effects I don't want to gamble on this yet. But we do need to cleanse our body. I take prune juice once in a while. Cleanse naturally. But what can we take to detox our bodies? After doing the prune juice, I make a homemade shake of cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, and one fruit in the blender gave to some energy. But I need to keep up with it.

We don't exactly need to eat some solid food all the time, give yourself some fresh veggies and fruit for a drink. Not being cooked and eating raw gives you more nutrients.

I will talk to my doctor about this thou and let you know later. Halos, Patti

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Permalink Reply by Kristin on July 25, 2009 at 11:33pm

I am thinking about this too. But wasn't thinking about any special drink, just thinking of a day of only eating raw veggies, fruit, and water.

Before I was diabetic, I would do one day fasts (only drinking water) and I found them to be physically refreshing. I don't know if you should do this for more than a day though. 3-7 days sounds long to me. Maybe try for one day at first?

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Permalink Reply by patti lopez on July 26, 2009 at 12:03am

Right, I was thinking the same thing too. (kristin)

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Permalink Reply by Denise Reyes on July 26, 2009 at 12:07pm

thanks kristin!
i like your idea of fruits veggies and water.
how long do you think you could stay on this?

i may try the tonic for a day.
if i do-
ill let you know how it goes!
-d

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Permalink Reply by roisin o'brien on July 26, 2009 at 7:18pm

heya i was also thinking of doing the maple syrup diet/detox thing.
But atmo i just detox/fast myself for 2 or three days every 2-3 weeks.
I usually just drink water and have maybe vegetable soup an thats it. I'm still on shots and i just make sure i adjust the dosage and check my blood regularly. I like doing it i drop a few pounds and feel refreshed. Hope this helps :)

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Permalink Reply by Kristin on July 26, 2009 at 3:18pm

I know some people eat only raw foods indefinitely, but then you have to make sure that you are getting enough nutrients and protein, etc.

Eating only raw veggies and fruit and water, I will probably just do it for one day, but perhaps if I think it works well, I may try it one day per week.

Let me know how your detox days go!

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Permalink Reply by Maureen on July 28, 2009 at 12:25pm

Anything I've ever read from reputable sources say pretty much the samething - the best 'detox' you can give your body is to eat a healthy diet of fruits, veggies, whole grains, unprocessed foods, etc. along with plenty of water.

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