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Detoxing

         There many types of detox. According to Prevention Magazine and their publications, we are all poisoned and need detoxing. I actually found a detox recipe on Facebook, which I copied, then Googled (I know it's technically not a verb yet, but it will be when the dictionary is updated). It is supposed to be consumed daily at least once, maybe twice. The results are supposed to be spectacular.

         The recipe calls for 12-16 ounces of filtered water (so far so good), 2 tablespoons of organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon raw unfiltered honey, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Drink quickly, no sipping over a leisurely read in the rocking chair. Sounds cheap enough and do-able. I've read before of the good effects of vinegar in food and drinks. Honey is questionable, because of the sugar calories, glucose, etc. I've also heard that cinnamon assists insulin and has other good effects on the health.

         I found in my search that this is a popular recipe, and only the organic part changes in various sources. I wondered how it would interact with medications and what side effects there would be from regular use. Some people are allergic to cinnamon, but would know that in advance. There are no indications that it causes harm, unlike the grapefruit diet. However, apple cider, organic or not, has acid which erodes tooth enamel and can damage the esophagus if taken undiluted. Mixed with food or other fluids, it shouldn't cause any problem. People who want to try it, but are concerned, should brush their teeth and rinse with mouthwash immediately after drinking it. An antacid or preventative could help protect from indigestion and acid reflux. Drink lots of water after consuming such a drink.

         But why take it in the first place? It promises to flush your digestive system, avoid gas and bloating, reduce the build-up of bad bacteria, act like a diuretic to remove fluid from your limbs, cleanse your liver and kidneys, improve glucose levels of people who are not severe diabetics, ward off colds and minor illnesses,  improve blood pressure, and give you more energy. Who wouldn't want all that? It promises everything except a better sex life for the very elderly.