Why Binders Aren’t Needed During a Water or Juice Fast

asked a great question so I want to answer this for everyone because it’s important to understand.

When we do a water fast or juice fast we are not trying to bind toxins yet. The purpose of fasting is to allow the body to pause digestion so it can redirect energy into cleansing and repair.

During fasting the body naturally begins mobilizing toxins through the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, skin, breath, and bowels. The high water content, minerals, and enzymes in fresh juices help hydrate the cells, thin the lymph, and support the organs of detox so waste can start moving out of the body.

Binders come in when we are pulling larger amounts of toxins, parasites, bile, or heavy metals through the gut. Their job is to grab onto what the body is releasing so it can be safely carried out of the body.

So think of fasting as opening the drainage pathways and getting things moving, while binders are the cleanup crew once deeper detox starts happening.

Great question Neetika 🙌🏼💛

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