Somewhere in between those hearty holiday meals and starving yourself crazy, you must find a way to cleanse your body internally — one that lets you eat, while keeping it healthy and nutritious. So take the middle ground and make a meal of these eight natural foods that will cleanse your body.
1Apples
This seasonal fruit is packed with plant nutrients like D-glucarate, flavonoids, and terpenoids, which promote bile production and flush out the toxins. To detox with apples, just add it to your daily meals like breakfast cereal, soup, stir-fry, sandwiches, and salads.
2Beetroot
Betalain, which gives beetroot its deep red color, is a plant chemical that powerfully pushes toxins out of the body. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties also support the detox process. Boil the beet and add it to your salad for a natural detox.
3Spices
Cayenne, ginger, fennel seeds and turmeric contain anti-inflammatory compounds, which encourage digestion and speed up detoxification through muscle movement in the intestine. To make the most of these spices, add them to your marinade or stock.
4Collard Greens and Cauliflower
These cruciferous veggies give your system adequate nutritional support through compounds called glucosinolates, which increase the liver’s ability to detoxify carcinogens.
They also provide the body with essential nutrients and antioxidants, which help maintain normal metabolism. These hardy greens are best eaten raw for an effective detox.
5Garlic
It contains high amounts of Vitamin C that supports the immune system and promotes liver health. It helps produce glutathione, which plays a key role in the breakdown of nutrients, and the regulation of biological processes. Detox with garlic powder, garlic oil or whole garlic in your pasta and grills.
6Lemon
Lemon stimulates the release of enzymes that convert toxins into a water-soluble form, easy to omit from the body. Lemon is packed with vitamin C, which the body uses to make an antioxidant called glutathione. Glutathione neutralizes toxins and helps cleanse the liver. Starting the day with a glass of lemon juice is the best way to detox the system.
7Lentils
Rich in soluble fiber, lentils contain plant nutrients called isoflavones, which act as strong cleansing agents and detox the body naturally. Lentils must be fully cooked to be consumed as soup or curry.
8Almonds
Almond seeds are rich in Vitamin E, which make them a strong antioxidant and a good body-cleanser. Almond milk makes an effective plant-based alternative to cow’s milk with its fiber and protein content. For a smart detox, use almond milk in your coffee, cereal and desserts.
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Updated July 23, 2018
