Keeping your body free of toxins can help you in maintaining a state of well-being. Detoxification not only cleanses the body, but also helps to boost energy, aid weight loss, reduce inflammation and promote skin health. In many cases, it also helps to boost metabolism.
Cucumbers- Cucumbers are considered best to help fight oxidative stress. Cucumbers are diuretics, thereby stimulating urination that helps to cleanse the liver by flushing out bodily toxins. Also, it prevents water retention.
Watermelons- Who hasn’t spent summer vacations eating watermelons straight out of buckets filled with ice at naani house? I’m sure all the 90s kids remember this. Watermelon, as the name suggests contains water which is the best ingredient to detoxify. Besides, it helps in hydrating the body and fight inflammation and free radical damage. Watermelon also contains potassium and magnesium that helps to manage blood flow.
Greentea- Powerful antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation, cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels are found in green tea. It will help you to minimise signs of aging and improve memory. Take green tea leaves; put them in boiling water, drain and drink. Easy, huh?
Berries- Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries- bring them all! Berries help to detoxify body, almost instantly and promote healthy, beautiful, clean skin. Don’t think twice, just go for it.
Ginger & Garlic- Ginger contains properties that can help in digestion. It can help you relieve bloating, constipation and gastrointestinal issues. And, it also helps to break accumulation of toxins in the organs. Garlic, on the other hand, stimulates liver to produce enzymes that help in detoxification. Now you know why Indian mothers add garlic and ginger to almost every possible dish? (*Winks)
Lemons, Oranges, Lime- Citrus fruits help to flush toxins out of your body. They contain flavonoids that increase the secretion of bile and acids. Also, these provide you a healthy, glowing skin. Start your day by drinking a glass of lemon water.
Chia seeds- Incorporate chia seeds into your diet to get rid of the toxins. Actually you can intake any easily digestible seeds and nuts for detoxification, just avoid nut butters.
Healthy skin and body guaranteed!