If you have never done a body detox before or have never done a coconut oil detox then start here:
Start with 1/2-1 teaspoon three times per day. Gradually work your way up to 1-2 tablespoons three times daily. It may take two weeks to work up to the full amount. When you feel comfortable taking this much virgin coconut oil, then you should be ready to start a virgin coconut oil detox.
It may take up to two weeks to work up to the full amount.
The Detox
This simple cleanse with coconut oil is a very easy detoxification method that replaces regular food with virgin coconut oil, usually for three to five days.
Start your day with two tablespoons of coconut oil and one to two tablespoons throughout the day as necessary for up to 14 tablespoons in total every day.
Dr. Bruce Fife states that you can eat up to four ounces of fresh coconut meat daily while on the detox if needed.
You should not have any sugar while on this detox. The only substitute would be stevia which is a natural pH sweetener.
It’s very important to drink plenty of filtered or pH balanced water to nourish your body and facilitate the cleansing benefits.
Some state that they experience “die-off’ symptoms which often feel like the flu, including headaches, dizziness, joint stiffness and a fogged feeling. This is a sign that your body is ridding the excess toxins within your body and will normally last about 3 to 5 days.
Here are just a few of the benefits of detoxing with coconut oil.
Coconut oil can help rid digestive conditions like (IBS) irritable bowel syndrome and leak}’ gut syndrome by restoring health and balance to the digestive system.
Laurie acid which is contained within the coconut oil and once converted into monolaurin in the body, it has strong antiviral properties that can protect against and destroy viruses like herpes and the flu.
Always remember to talk to your physician before doing any type of detox or cleansing program, especially if you have any type of medical condition or on any type of medications.