Detoxification is a process that eliminates toxins from your body. Ayurveda's most common technique is through a kitchari detox. It requires fasting on a mono-fast and a careful combination of rice, lentils and spices.

Detoxification gives various benefits to the body. Studies and experts share that detox:

• Helps the organs rest from stressful processes
• Triggers the liver to eliminate toxins
• Enhances removal of toxins through sweating, urination, and fecal movement
• Promotes good circulation
• Removes accumulated toxins from the colon

Ama has no exact translation in modern medicine. It is, however, associated with anything toxic. These toxins may be air pollutants, heavy metals in your water, pharmaceutical medications, agricultural chemicals, trans fat, and low quality cooking oils, processed meat, refined sugar, but are also cause by an improperly functioning digestive system, incompatible food combining, negative thought patterns and beliefs, excessive stress, painful situations that you haven't fully digested.

Ama hinders growth and development. It is a heavy and sticky substance that causes inflammation, infection, and blockage throughout your whole body. It may also cause a clouded mind and lethargy. You can reset your body by doing a cleanse or detox. It will aid your body in metabolising the toxins, so they can be eliminated from your system

Juice detox diets are now a trend and are said to keep you healthy and fit. Influencers like celebrities and famous vloggers promote juice diets with cucumbers, watermelon, and kale combinations without looking at the individuals needs with only one purpose in mind cleaning out the gut. These juices are a lot harder to digest and often a shock to your system. They don't contain the required nourishment that your body needs and are only providing ways to expel your body from excess toxins. You will eventually deprive your body from its nourishment and you won't reach the result you are looking for. 

Ayurveda tells us that there should always be a balance in the meal based on the needs of each individual or it will be stressful to the system.

Moreover, if your Agni (digestive fire) is weak, which most people these days are struggling with, drinking sweet cold beverages weakens your Agni, which lowers your ability to digest food properly and which eventually will result in more ama.

Both juice detox and a kitchari mono-fast are cooling and energising. But, you have to take note that while juice may help you shed some pounds, if you do it for a long time, you will deplete your body, mind, and spirit.

Kitchari is a well-known Sattvic (pure) dish that follows the Ayurveda principle in detoxification. It revolves around balancing the three doshas - vata, pitta, and kapha. For those who want to do a thorough cleansing of the body, mind, and soul, the Ayurveda Kitchari detox is your best choice. It supplies the proper nutrients while removing the toxins from your whole system. 

Kitchari contains mung beans, basmati rice, oils, spices, and vegetables. Mung beans can eliminate toxins, particularly pesticides and insecticides we get from commercial vegetables and fruits. They are also one of the best natural protein sources. Basmati rice supplies the required carbohydrate and fiber the body needs.

Choose organic vegetables. You may choose burdock root, carrots, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, kale, or other. The secret is to choose whatever is available as Ayurveda relates to the natural transitioning of seasons. Also, remember to go low on salt to let the natural flavors of the vegetable surface.

If you are in for digestive reset but aren't a fan of cold, bland juices, then the Kitchari cleanse is perfect for you. It will satisfy your taste buds with the warm, inviting spiced food while providing you with a full stomach and cleansed body, mind, and spirit. According to those who tried it, they craved sugar, less as their stomachs are warm and full.    

Detoxification is necessary to include in your habit because of the high probability of exposure to various ama around us including the food you eat. The Ayurveda detox specifically targets proper cleansing of the digestive system, because it is the foundation or core of one’s health. 

Here are what you may achieve if you do detox using the Ayurveda way:

• Resolved digestive issues like constipation, bloating, and reflux
• Improved immune system
• Decreased hypersensitivity reactions
• Lowered stress and anxiety attacks
• Low risk for obesity

The Ayurveda detox aims to create a balance in your three doshas. An effective detox will give you:

• A light feeling in your digestive system, a clear mind, and a rejuvenated spirit
• Regular and easy bowel movements
• More energy and stable energy levels

Ayurveda teaches us that it is not only the food that we take in our bodies but also the experience and the energy that we absorb around us. Ayurveda's way of detoxification, particularly the Kitchari cleanse involves a holistic approach to promote physical health, a clearer mind, and an energised spirit. It also directs the body towards balance and harmony among your Pitta, Kapha, and Vata. 

Remember, while every person has unique requirements, each individual should choose a detox pattern that allows a non-stressful process that will allow healing and recovery. Because if you are just looking for a quick, temporary fix, you will miss out on a much bigger meaning of a balanced life and the benefits that it will bring you.

If you want to know the best way, combination, and schedule to do a kitchari detox, leave us a comment below or send us a message now. We will be glad to help.