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The word Detox or body cleanse is a popular buzzword that implies strictly following a
specific diet or using certain supplements.
These help in eliminating toxins and improving overall physical and mental health.
However, the body is well equipped to deal with foreign substances without the help of
expensive supplements or making yourself starve.
In fact, the focus for body cleanse and detox should be shifted to enhancing the body’s
natural detoxification system.
In order to naturally cleanse your body, you don’t need to go further than your kitchen
pantry.
There are several foods that help in cleansing the blood by getting rid of harmful metals
and preventing blood clots.
Did you know pineapple is a natural fat burner?
What about fermented food like sauerkraut?
How does grapefruit cleanse?
In this video, we will be covering all the fruits that function as a natural detoxifying
agent.
Say goodbye to confusing artificial supplements and embrace a natural way of life.
Pineapple While pineapples are banished as a pizza topping,
they contain some intense natural body cleansing elements.
This health boosting exotic fruit is packed with bromelain which functions as a natural
fat burner.
Best eaten fresh and not canned, it helps in breaking down harmful cholesterol and getting
rid of blood clots resulting in a lowered toxin content.
Vitamin C and antioxidants are two of the most important nutrients found in this fruit
that supports the immune system by reducing inflammation.
This has to be one of the most pocket friendly and delicious ways of detoxification without
the risk of developing any side effects in the process.
Do you know any other fruit that reduces inflammation?
Tell us in the comments below!
Grapefruit Grapefruits are sweet and tangy fruits that
are packed with vitamin C and several amazing nutrients.
Eating them as regularly as possible will amp up the metabolism and speed up the cleansing
process.
Eating them as often as possible will help in repairing the cells and body tissues which
is a result of years of poor dietary habits.
The cleansing agent in grapefruit is called nootka tones.
This chemical compound gives metabolism a major boost that in turn helps with weight
loss.
Eating half a grapefruit with every meal at least for a week will not only cleanse but
will also meet the everyday needs for vitamin A and C.
Cucumber Cucumbers are mostly water but don’t take
them lightly.
Apart from applying pieces of cucumber on your eyelids, it also replenishes your body
with electrolytes, especially on a hot summer day.
Cucumber water prevents dry mouth and washes away the unwanted food residue that gets stuck
in between teeth and allows the bacteria to feed on them.
They are also packed with healthy digestive enzymes which help in proper digestion and
metabolism because your immune system health is directly linked to your gut health.
Kickstarting your day on a refreshing note by drinking cucumber infused water with a
couple of lemon juice drops is also a way of cleansing the digestive system.
Sauerkraut Sauerkraut is basically fermented cabbage
whose origin can be traced back to over 2,000 years ago in China.
Due to the fermentation process the bacteria eats away all the unhealthy sugar in them
and increases the healthy probiotics level.
This mix of probiotics and fiber, clears the skin, causes less tummy bloating and keeps
the gut healthy.
Did you know that their nutritious goodness is far superior than that of a regular fresh,
non fermented cabbage?
Rich in various vitamins and minerals, they help the body in absorbing the nutrients from
foods that you eat.
They are perfect for detoxifying the whole body and give visible results!
Avocado Avocado is one one fruit that has taken the
healthy eating and detox world by a storm!
However it is yet to be recognised as a powerful detox food.
It is a nutritional powerhouse that blocks the elements that increase toxicity levels
in the artery while also lowering cholesterol levels.
The glutathione component present in avocados effectively blocks around 30 different types
of harmful carcinogens and helps in liver cleansing by getting rid of synthetic chemicals
in them.
This means that avocado toasts are more than just aesthetically pleasing meals.
They are almost an all rounder when it comes to clean eating.
Blueberry Blueberries are one of the best foods for
healing.
Named as a natural aspirin, they lower the tissue damaging effects induced by long term,
chronic inflammation.
Eating them whole or adding them to your smoothies will also work as a natural painkiller and
block the bacteria by acting as antibiotics.
In this manner, these tiny power packed berries help with infection prevention as well.
The presence of high levels of vitamin C and fiber fights off the harmful free radicals
that increase the body’s toxicity levels.
You can go for blueberry tea or chop up a couple of berries and top off your salad or
oatmeal with them.
Lemon While speaking about detoxes and cleanses,
lemon is a superstar!
This detox diet staple is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, two of the most vital nutrients
for detox and repair.
You may have heard about the amazing benefits of drinking hot water with lemon slices on
an empty stomach early in the morning.
This helps in properly flushing out the toxins leaving your skin looking bright and digestion
healthy.
Adding a couple of drops of citrusy lemon in curries and salads is another way to restore
the body’s pH balance and support the immune system as well.
Garlic Garlic makes any dish more delicious.
But the benefits of this pungent food goes beyond that.
Along with being a heart friendly food, they have amazing detoxifying effects on the body.
They are also naturally antibacterial, antiviral and antibiotic.
Allicin is a chemical that is found actively present in garlic which speeds up the production
of the toxin fighting white blood cells.
Just smash a couple of garlic cloves and add them into your salad as a topping.
This will not only make the dish more flavorful but will also be beneficial as a natural body
cleanser.
Kale Kale is a superfood.
These crinkly, dark green leaves are high in fiber and contain 0 fat.
What makes it perfect food for detox is the presence of 2 vital nutrients which lack in
our modern day diets, magnesium and folate.
Steamed kale offers anti cancer properties and powerful antioxidants compound which thoroughly
cleanses the organs.
The high fiber in it cleans out the intestinal tract and neutralizes the harmful compounds
found in cigarettes.
This keeps the liver strong and clear of toxins.
Blitzing up kale along with banana, plant based milk, greek yogurt and pineapple slices
to make smoothie is a great way of starting your detox journey.
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Now back to foods that naturally cleanse the body.
Apple Apples have always stolen the limelight when
it comes to healthy foods.
Did you know that its skin contains around half the fiber?
It's also rich in plant based compounds called polyphenols, fiber and water which makes it
a great choice for flushing out the harmful toxins.
Pectin is another important compound found in apples that binds together the cholesterol
and heavy metal in a gel form.
The toxic buildup in the intestines is also eliminated by eating them which is a great
way of detoxifying the gut!
Apart from eating right, making the right lifestyle changes will also aid this detoxification
and cleansing process.
Limit alcohol Excessive drinking is an easy way to a myriad
of health problems.
This is because 90% of the alcohol you drink gets metabolized in the liver that also contains
cancer causing chemicals.
Drinking too much builds up the fat content, leads to scarring and even inflammation.
This impairs the liver from properly flushing or filtering out the toxins.
Stay hydrated Drinking the right amount of water everyday
solves a lot of health problems.
Drinking water is not only meant for quenching thirst but it also regulates the body temperature,
lubricates joints and detoxifies the body by flushing out the toxic elements and waste
products.
While detoxing, it is important to stay properly hydrated since the water continues to eliminate
waste through sweating, urination and even breathing!
Get a good night’s sleep While sleeping the body’s repair, maintenance
and detoxification takes place.
Sleeping lets the brain recharge and reorganize itself and remove toxic waste products that
get accumulated throughout the day.
While on the other hand, sleep deprivation leads to the brain not being able to perform
these activities efficiently which leads to a buildup of toxins.
8 to 9 hours of sleep is ideal for maintaining good overall health.
Eat foods rich in antioxidants The toxins in the body are created mostly
because of the oxidative stress.
This leads to cell damage and an increase in the production of harmful free radicals.
These free radicals are caused due to external pollution, poor diet, tobacco smoke and alcohol.
Foods high in antioxidants like berries, leafy greens, spices and many others fight off these
toxins and lower the chances of developing chronic diseases.
Decrease salt, sugar and processed foods Foods that are high in salt, sugar and are
processed, are stripped off their essential nutrients and carry little to no nutritional
value.
Too much salt increases water retention and too much sugar and processed foods is directly
linked to health problems like obesity, heart problems and fatty liver issues.
These kinds of foods inhibit the body’s natural detoxifying effect.
Detox and cleansing is a way of clearing out the toxins from the body and its organs.
If you look it up there is no dearth of detox diets and supplements to choose from but what
better way of cleansing than going natural?
For a proper body cleanse there is no need to shell out a lot of money, just making the
right choices will work like a charm.
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What is your cleansing routine?
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