We recommend following this dietary protocol for 4 weeks and repeating it 2-4 times per year.
General Dietary Recommendations
Emphasis is placed on the following:
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Organic natural whole foods
Minimizing exposure to antibiotics, hormones, pesticides, artificial colors/flavors/sugars, high fructose corn syrup and preservatives is the first line of defense.*
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An alkaline diet
A diet low in animal proteins and refined carbohydrates and high in potassium-rich fruits and vegetables maintains the body’s stores of calcium, potassium and magnesium and promotes urinary excretion of estrogen-like compounds.*
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A hypo-allergenic diet
Limiting common allergens reduces stress on the GI tract and immune system.*
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Cruciferous vegetables
Encouraging healthy liver detoxification by supporting enzyme activities helps neutralize undesirable compounds.*
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Adequate fluid intake
Ensuring proper hydration is especially important to facilitate the action of fiber. A minimum of 8-12 ounces of water 8 times per day is recommended.*
Specific Dietary Recommendations
Vegetables
5 servings or more daily
Choose: dark green leafy vegetables, asparagus, spinach, squash, beets, tomatoes and at least 2 or more servings daily of cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale or brussel sprouts.
Avoid: corn and potatoes
Fruits
5 servings or more daily
Choose: potassium-rich fruits like figs, apricots and bananas
Avoid: allergenic or acid-promoting fruits, including citrus fruits, strawberries, pineapple, cranberries, blueberries and plums
Grains and grain products
3-5 servings daily
Choose: Brown rice, other products made from rice (such as rice pasta, crackers, cereal), millet, quinoa, amaranth, sweet potatoes
Avoid: refined carbohydrates (white bread, white rice, sugars), corn, and gluten-containing grains: wheat, oats, barley, rye, spelt, kamut
Protein
2-3 servings daily
Choose: coldwater wild-harvested fish (i.e. salmon, sardines or halibut); organic, free-range (pesticide-free, hormone-free) poultry
Avoid: eggs, shellfish and red meat (beef, lamb or pork)
Fats
2-3 servings daily
Choose: unrefined extra virgin olive oil, flaxseed oil or sesame oil
Avoid: partially hydrogenated oils (margarine, shortening), and refined vegetable oils (corn, safflower, sunflower, canola, light olive oil)
Nuts, seeds, and legumes
1 serving daily
Choose: nuts (including almonds, cashews or pecans), seeds (including sunflower or pumpkin seeds) or legumes (including lentils, chickpeas or kidney beans)
Avoid: peanuts. Preferably avoid walnuts, soybeans and soybean products
Milk and dairy
0-2 servings daily
Choose: rice milk or nut milk products
Avoid: dairy products (cow’s milk, cheese and yogurt)
Beverages
8 glasses or more daily
Choose: purified water or non-caffeinated tea
Avoid: alcohol and caffeine (including caffeinated coffee, tea and soft drinks)
For educational purposes only. Consult your physician for any health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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