Slag-free diet

A slag-free diet is a therapeutic diet aimed at cleansing the body in a short time. Let's consider its features, an approximate diet and indications for use.

Indications

The concept of a slag-free diet differs from conventional diets used for weight correction. The main difference is that it allows you to cleanse the body of accumulated toxins and waste, normalize the digestive system and even get rid of cellulite. As a rule, such a diet is prescribed for medical examinations of the abdominal cavity (ultrasound, irrigoscopy, colonoscopy) or before planned surgical interventions.

Such indications for use are related to the fact that the body must get rid of harmful substances as much as possible to obtain a reliable diagnostic picture. In some cases, nutrition is used as a way to unload, to prevent slagging, to eliminate problems with the gastrointestinal tract. The diet can be used without a doctor's prescription, so everyone decides for themselves whether to use it or not, but there are a number of general indications:

• Dangerous environmental situation in the place of residence.
• Frequent overeating, consumption of unhealthy food.
• The diet consists of products with increased amounts of animal fats, starch, and various synthetic additives.
• Bad habits: smoking, alcoholism, etc.
• Passivity and excess body weight.

In addition to the above recommendations, there are a number of symptoms that indicate problems:

• Rapid fatigue and loss of strength, irritability, sleep problems, depression.
• Gastrointestinal disorders, frequent bouts of nausea, constipation.
• Frequent skin rashes, increased dryness or oiliness.
• Deterioration of hair and nails, joint pain.
• Exacerbation of allergic and chronic diseases.
• Dental problems: stomatitis, periodontal disease, caries.
• Cardiovascular and nervous system disorders.
• Increased risk of cancer.

The diet is based on low-calorie nutrition. The diet includes easily digestible and refined products. When broken down, they do not leave residues that complicate digestion. Most often, the therapeutic diet is followed for 3-7 days or more. Scheduled cleansing for preventive purposes can be repeated 1-2 times a month. Some nutritionists claim that with the right approach to food and abundant fluid intake, you can get rid of 3-5 kg of excess weight in 7 days.

Low-slag diet before colonoscopy

Many diagnostic procedures require special preparation. A low-slag diet before a colonoscopy involves restrictions in food for 3-7 days. This allows you to get the most reliable examination results.

Colonoscopy is one of the effective methods of examining the large intestine. It can be used to examine the entire length of the digestive organ and assess its condition. A special probe is used during the procedure.

It is necessary to exclude fatty and fried foods, meat, fresh vegetables and fruits, alcohol, carbonated drinks, confectionery from the diet. Evening meals are contraindicated. Dinner should be 3-4 hours before bedtime and consist of fermented milk products, water or green tea. Easily digestible food prevents the formation of indigestible residues.

As a rule, a diet is prescribed two days before the examination. This makes it possible to bring the body back to normal and increase the informativeness of the diagnostic procedure in identifying or treating diseases.

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Slag-free diet before surgery

If there are indications for surgical intervention, the patient must undergo a number of preparatory procedures. A slag-free diet before surgery is included in this complex. Dietary restrictions are necessary to cleanse the intestines so that after the use of anesthesia there are no undesirable reactions in the form of nausea and vomiting. The diet is followed for 3-5 days and stopped 12 hours before the operation. During this period, it is contraindicated to eat any food.

A slag-free diet should consist of:

• Lean meat and fish
• Boiled vegetables
• Porridge
• Biscuits, crackers

The following are prohibited:

• Whole grains and dairy products
• Fresh fruits and vegetables
• Alcohol, carbonated drinks, strong coffee and tea
• Various hot spices
• Vegetable and animal fats

Following these recommendations allows you to minimize the risk of complications. If the patient has violated the low-slag diet or has not followed it at all, this can lead to serious consequences. First of all, this is vomiting under anesthesia - vomit gets into the lungs, complicating the work of doctors. Medical statistics have recorded a number of fatal cases due to this reason. Vomiting attacks complicate the action of anesthetics, so the patient painfully comes out of anesthesia.

Smokers also face difficulties in the preoperative period. Many of them are afraid of the upcoming operation, so they give up the bad habit the day before the operation. This does not affect its outcome in any way, but it has a negative impact on the recovery period. That is why doctors recommend not smoking 7-10 days before the planned surgical intervention. This rule also applies to alcohol. The above recommendations and a low-slag diet are relevant if you prepare for the operation in advance for 1-3 weeks. In emergency cases, the surgeon will not postpone the procedure and wait for the digestive tract to be cleared.

General information sludge-free diet

There are many reasons that cause slagging of the body and various disorders. The essence of the diet is to get rid of accumulated harmful substances, restore the normal functioning of the body and all its systems. Very often it is used to diagnose the gastrointestinal tract. Cleansing nutrition has two options:

1. The removal of harmful substances from the body (toxins, slags) is calculated. During the cleansing period, only berries, fruits and purified water are allowed. Any other products are prohibited. The duration of such treatment should not exceed three days.

1. The second option is used to correct body weight and free the body from accumulated harmful substances. During this period, low-calorie foods (vegetables, meat, fish, dairy) are allowed. Fatty fish and meat, various smoked foods, sausages, spicy, sweet, salty foods and, of course, alcohol are prohibited.

The peculiarity of the dietary course is that its effect manifests itself during the first days. This allows you to return the feeling of lightness, lose weight, take care of the health of your skin and hair. Let's consider in more detail the advantages of the cleansing diet:

• Improving overall well-being and memory, increasing performance.
• Normalization of body weight, treatment of cellulite and increased swelling.
• Cleansing at the cellular level.

Like any diet that limits the intake of substances into the body that are necessary for its normal functioning, a slag-free diet has side effects:

• Increased weakness, loss of strength.
• Dizziness and headaches, blurred vision.
• Increased feeling of hunger.

These symptoms indicate the beginning of cleansing. Due to the low calorie content, it is difficult to lead a normal life and stay active. Therefore, during the diet, it is better to avoid increased physical activity, replacing it with walking or swimming. Treatment is contraindicated if the recommended products are not digestible. Before starting it, you must consult with your doctor or nutritionist.

What foods are included in the low-slag diet?

Cleansing the body, like losing weight, is a long process that requires a serious approach. It is important to determine which products should be left in the diet and which ones should be abandoned. Let's take a closer look at which products are included in the slag-free diet and the specifics of compiling the diet.

It is recommended that the daily menu consist of:

• Vegetables, boiled and fresh.
• Berries and fruits.
• Low-fat dairy products.
• Various porridges (buckwheat, lentil, rice).
• Brewed teas (green, herbal, fruit), natural juices.

These foods can remain in the diet, but their consumption should be limited:

• Lean meat and poultry (veal, rabbit)
• Lean fish and seafood
• Vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes)
• Porridges (semolina, oatmeal) and whole wheat pasta
• Honey

The list of prohibited products implies a complete rejection of them during the diet period:

• Legumes, garlic, sorrel, mushrooms
• Sour berries and fruits
• Smoked meats, pickles, marinades
• Fatty foods and processed foods
• Alcohol, soda, store-bought juices, coffee, strong tea
• Fatty meats, poultry, fish, soups and broths based on them
• Dried fruits, seeds, nuts
• Confectionery
• Sauces, hot spices, gravies

Based on the list of permitted and restricted products, the slag-free diet allows you to eat well and cleanse the body of harmful substances.

What can and what can not?

What can you eat?

Slag-free nutrition is aimed at cleansing the body, so it is very important to know what you can eat. Food should be easily digestible, not cause discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract.

Let's take a closer look at the list of products recommended for cleansing:

• Fresh, boiled, steamed and baked vegetables (zucchini, cucumbers, carrots, beets, fresh herbs and lettuce, green onions).
• Porridges (buckwheat, brown rice, lentils, millet).
• Pasta and flour products made from whole grain flour.
• Low-fat dairy products.
• Fruits and berries (watermelon, melon, apples, pear, peaches, lemon).
• Purified water, green and weak black tea, natural juices, sugar-free compotes.

The above products can be supplemented with dishes from lean meats, fish and poultry. You can eat them, but you should limit the amount of tomatoes, potatoes, seafood, garlic, honey in your diet. Particular attention should be paid to the method of cooking. Boiled, baked, steamed food is recommended, that is, with minimal heat treatment.

What shouldn't you eat?

Dietary restrictions during body cleansing depend on its purpose. Let's consider what you can't eat on a slag-free diet:

• Fatty meats, fish and poultry, and dishes prepared from them.
• Fresh cabbage, beans, mushrooms (fresh, canned, pickled), sorrel, spinach, turnips, radishes.
• First courses and porridges prepared with milk.
• By-products, semi-finished products, canned goods.
• Smoked products, pickled products, sausages, canned goods.
• Pastries and confectionery.
• Various seasonings and spices.
• Alcohol, carbonated drinks, kvass, strong tea, coffee.

If the diet is aimed at preparing for surgery or diagnostic procedures, then the requirements are more stringent. If the diet is aimed at losing weight and preventive removal of waste and toxins, then a more gentle option is indicated.

Slag-free diet menu

Initially, the menu of the slag-free diet implied the use of products grown independently, that is, at home in the garden. Such products do not contain harmful substances. It is very difficult to adhere to this rule, so there is a principle by which you can plan your diet. The body is clogged by high-calorie products, so you need to give them up. The menu should consist of healthy and low-calorie food with minimal heat treatment.

A properly composed menu of a slag-free diet allows you to improve your body in a short period of time. The following diet options are suitable for this:

1. Based on the refusal to consume prohibited products. This allows achieving a complex cleansing effect. Follow this diet for 3 days. The diet should only include fruits, berries and purified water. You can also eat vegetable soups, light salads from fresh vegetables, natural juices. The following products have a pronounced effect on removing toxins: apples, pears, oranges, grapefruits, carrots, celery, pineapples.
2. The second option is longer - up to 14 days. During this period, you can eat protein foods (lean meat and broths, dairy products). Refined foods, hot spices and food additives should be prohibited.

Both options have low caloric content, so they are contraindicated for patients with a weakened body, for children, during pregnancy and lactation. Before carrying it out, it is recommended to consult a doctor and limit physical activity.

Menu for 3 days

A short-term slag-free diet is most often prescribed before diagnostics of the digestive organs or surgery. It allows you to effectively cleanse the intestines and detoxify the body.

Let's look at an approximate menu for 3 days:

1 day

• Breakfast: green tea and a salad of peeled fresh cucumber, herbs with a dressing of lemon juice and sesame seeds.
• Snack: apple and a glass of natural juice.
• Lunch: vegetable soup with carrot and cauliflower broth.
• Snack: a handful of any berries and green tea.
• Dinner: buckwheat with beetroot cutlet.
• Second dinner: banana and green tea.

Day 2

• Breakfast: a handful of berries and green tea.
• Snack: boiled beetroot, grated on a fine grater.
• Lunch: Celery salad with cucumber and lemon juice dressing.
• Snack: salad of pear, apple and melon or any other fruit.
• Dinner: baked pumpkin and orange.
• Second dinner: green tea.

Day 3

• Breakfast: apple.
• Snack: salad of bell peppers and boiled carrots.
• Lunch: Vegetable soup with shallots and fresh herbs.
• Snack: berry juice.
• Dinner: a small piece of boiled fish with vegetable salad.
• Second dinner: green tea with banana.

This diet option speeds up digestion, but it is not recommended to stick to it for more than three days. At the end of the diet, it is necessary to exit it correctly so as not to harm the body. The exit should be gradual, that is, every week you need to add a couple of contraindicated products to the diet. It is very important to follow a fractional diet and drink plenty of water.

The slag-free diet is aimed at positive changes not only in well-being, but also in appearance. By following it for 3-10 days, you can lose 3-5 kg of weight, improve the condition of your skin, nails, and hair. This dietary course is quite complex, as it has many limitations, but its results are worth it.