Below are a list of frequently asked questions. Email me if you have any other questions not covered in this section.

How long will I have to detox?

It depends on your goals and symptoms. The minimum is two weeks. If you have mild/moderate toxicity symptoms then I suggest four weeks. If you have a severe condition, you should detox for eight weeks the first time. A lot depends on your reaction to the detox. I have seen significant changes in people with severe symptoms in as early as two weeks. So, if you have a quick reaction then you will probably do four weeks and, if not, you may have to do eight. Two weeks is usually enough for general preventative health.

What do I eat during the detox?

You will not be fasting or drinking some exotic mixture. You will eat real food with a emphasis on fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. You will be able to even eat meats, with some restrictions. You will receive easy to understand guidelines with your package. The important thing to remember is that the detox is not a calorie restricted weight loss program. You need calories for your body to perform proper detoxification.

Will I feel ill during the detox?

This is a hard one to answer because some people have little reaction and some feel almost flu-like. The latter is rare, but it does happen. The most common reaction is increased fatigue and headaches for the first week. Rarely will you have to alter your day because of detox reactions. You will receive instructions on how to proceed with the detox if you become ill.

How often should I detox?

For general preventative health I suggest detoxing every six months. I perform a detox in January and July. If you are having mild symptoms you may need to repeat the detox every four months for the first year. Those with more severe symptoms may be advised to continue the detox in some fashion for an extended number of months. I will give those with severe symptoms guidance on an individual basis.

What benefits should I expect from this detox?

The most commonly perceived benefit is an increase in energy. Keep in mind that the main goal of detoxification is to better equip your body to rid itself of toxins. There is no perceived benefit from this, specifically. However, symptoms reduction is very common across the board. Other than a reduction in fatigue, the most commonly reported benefits are decreased whole body pain, decreased swelling (especially in joints), headache resolution, clearer thinking, and generally increased well being.

If I email Dr. Zimmer, how long before I can expect a reply?

I am pretty good at getting back to my emails depending upon my patient load and the amount of emails I receive. I typically do not answer on Sundays. In general, if you email in the evening expect a reply the next day. If you email me during the day expect a reply that evening or the next morning. Of course there are exceptions but I realize that you are emailing me because of a concern you have for your health and I do not take that for granted.

Should I do both a digestive and internal detox?

If you have digestive symptoms then it is a good idea to do a digestive detox first followed by a internal detox. If digestion is not a major factor choose the internal detox over the digestive detox. Keep in mind that you can perform an internal detox and buy a few of the digestive detox supplements to target some of your digestive problems. You can either email Dr. Zimmer or look under the Digestive Health section of this site for suggestions.

Should children detox?

Let me answer this with another couple of questions. Are children exposed to the general everyday toxins found in our lives? The answer is YES they are. Do children eat good amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables which promote natural detoxification? The answer is NO they do not. So I do think it is a good idea to have children detox. I would suggest starting when they are old enough to swallow pills. Please contact me if you would like guidelines and dosages.

Can I buy the supplements found in these protocols separately?

Yes, you can. It may be important for you to continue on with a few of the supplements found in the protocol depending on your condition. You can order these through our On-Line Store.