How to cleanse and detox your body at home

In the world that we live in, many have adopted a kind of lifestyle that is not health friendly. There are different reasons. One of the reasons is, having a hectic routine where most of the time is being spent at work and this leads to buying fast food to save time, having no decent sleep, and not having enough time for any physical activities. To say it simply, this is a routine where health is the least priority. Another probable reason is giving in to what the body wants without realizing the consequences. Foods that are too tasty, too sweet or too oily can be addicting but are not good for the health. There are a lot of foods available on the market that are quick, affordable, easy grabs. These kinds of foods can be addicting and lots of people prefer them as getting them will save time, money and effort. Since most of these foods are decent enough to consume, many do not bother to know if the food is good for the body or not. Another thing that contributes to a poorer health condition is the environment which involves water and air pollution, and it can also be the nature of work you do. These kinds of lifestyle may deteriorate your health and will eventually affect your mood, relationships, and even performance at work. For these reasons, detoxifying is highly recommended.

Why is it important to detoxify?

Detoxifying is important so that the toxins that have accumulated in the body can be flushed out. It will not only make you feel healthier physically, but it can also help you boost your mood, energy, and even your immune system.

In this fast-paced world we currently live in, you might think that you will not be able to squeeze detoxing in your day but the good thing is, you can do it at home with using the usual things you can find in your kitchen and if you cannot find them in the kitchen, it is easily available in supermarkets.

It is not enough that you have the time and you have what you need in order for you to start detoxifying. It is also of paramount importance that you know how to do a detox diet.

 

The following are simple and effective ways on how to detox your body at home:

1. Lemon with warm or room temperature water

Drinking lemon has lots of benefits which is why it is not a surprise that lemon with warm or room temperature water is one of the most popular ways to detoxify. Not only does it help in losing weight, but it also helps in the body’s proper digestion which leads to eliminating symptoms such as heartburn. Drinking lemon water also helps in lowering the cholesterol and sugar level in the body and it also curbs the appetite by having the body feel full and satisfied. Lemon also helps in the cleansing of the body and the detoxification of the liver. Lemon, being popularly known as a great source of Vitamin C, also means it has the capability to strengthen the immune system through permitting the body to absorb more iron. Vitamin C from lemons also help repair, rejuvenate, and keep the skin healthy, while it also helps the body regenerate faster.

The great thing about lemon is, it is easily available. This is definitely the easiest and more likely the most effective way on how to detox your body at home. All you need is a medium-sized lemon and a glass of warm water first thing in the morning. It is ideal if taken 30 minutes before the meal.

It is important to note, however, that drinking lemon water should be taken gradually and at just the right amount because drinking too much of it and too quickly, may cause distressing detoxification symptoms like bowel movement changes and headache.

2. Green tea

For years, green tea is one of the most popular antioxidants around the world. Like lemon water, it is also a popular drink that helps burn fat and helps boost the immune system. Green tea is also popular because it helps prevent heart disease by decreasing the level of cholesterol in the body. The antioxidants you can get from drinking green tea help in burning fat by increasing your metabolic rate and also helps in flushing out toxins from the system. These benefits you can get from green tea makes it a great instrument for detox.

Matcha green tea is highly recommended because having one cup of it is like having 10 cups of regular green tea. It may not be very popular around the world yet but it is popular in many Asian countries because of the health benefit it gives and its uniquely delicious taste.

3. Ashitaba

Ashitaba is a famous medicinal plant in Asia, specifically in Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, China, Thailand, and also in the United States. Ashitaba is tagged as the wonder drug because it provides immense health benefits.

Ashitaba keeps degenerative diseases from occurring and it helps the body cells rejuvenate which is why it is a popular anti-aging plant. It is also a good alternative for supplements like glutathione because glutathione supplements and ashitaba has the same effect when it comes to detoxifying and purifying the liver and in cleansing and whitening of the skin.

The leaves of this plant can be eaten raw, but there are also tea bags, supplements, and tea powder available in the market.

4. Raw Vegetables

While there are vegetables that are best eaten cooked because they need heat in order for them to release the good chemicals they can offer to the body, there are also vegetables that are best eaten raw. These vegetables that are best eaten raw are also the best ones to consume for detoxifying your body.

Vegetables like cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli, brussels sprouts are great for helping the liver suppress and remove toxins during cleansing. These vegetables are usually consumed cooked but it is much preferable to eat them raw because according to studies, once these vegetables are cooked, they lost a lot of their nutritional content. The truly magnificent thing about these vegetables is that they contain high levels of naturally occurring sulfur, a chemical that helps the liver get rid of the toxins during cleansing. Some great sources of nutrients for the body that also contains high levels of sulfur are kale, spinach, beet, oregano and carrots.

Though these vegetables can be consumed as they are and are perfect when sliced according to your preferred size, these vegetables can also be juiced.

5. Superfoods rich in Omega 3

Omega 3 plays a great role in detoxification because fatty acids are needed in the different functions of the liver. This type of fatty acid plays a pivotal role in the rehabilitation of the membrane, which is a fundamental part of a successful neurotoxin detoxification. Foods rich in Omega 3 are also helpful in lubricating the intestinal walls which help the body eliminate toxins.

Some foods that are rich in Omega 3 are Salmon, Tuna, and nuts. Oils that are also rich in Omega 3 are fish oils, avocado oil, flax seed oil, olive oil, and walnut oil.

However, there is a concern when it comes to fish oils as fish oils are said to contain mercury. For that reason, it is important to remember that if you use any fish oil during detoxification, chlorella should also be taken so that mercury contamination can be prevented.

6. Gradually avoid starchy and sugar rich food

Another highly recommended way on how to detoxify your body is by gradually changing your eating lifestyle especially if you are eating mostly unhealthy, junk food. It is true that sugar-rich foods like cake, cookies, tarts, and other sweets and foods like pasta, white bread, white rice, and other starchy food, are very satisfying and addictive. Because of that, it is important that the decrease should be gradual.

These foods that are high in sugar and starch and simple carbohydrates are harmful because they build toxins inside the body so reducing and replacing the intake of such kinds of food is truly essential. If not reduced and replaced, these foods can be a cause of different illnesses and can also decrease the body’s immunity.

Foods that are rich in complex carbohydrates are great replacements. Some foods that are rich in complex carbohydrates are starchy vegetables such as pumpkins, corns, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams and whole grain foods like oatmeal and pasta.

7. Garlic

The use of garlic for detoxing has been going on for thousands of years. Although garlic does not directly flush the toxins out of the body, it does contribute to detoxification as it helps increase the production of glutathione, which is an agent that filters toxins that are coming from the digestive system and helps as well in the detoxification and purification of the liver. On top of those benefits, garlic contains healing properties through its natural substance called allicin and is also a good source of Vitamin C which is a nutrient that highly supports the immune system.

Garlic is better consumed raw for the body to be able to fully enjoy the detoxifying benefit it can provide. It is much ideal if the garlic is chopped or crushed so that it also releases sulfur compounds, which helps the liver in getting rid of the toxins in the body.

It is recommended that to fully enjoy the benefits of having garlic in the detox process, a clove to four a day should be consumed. If the taste of raw garlic is too strong and unbearable, garlic capsules can be an option.

8. Natural Herbs

Natural herbs like turmeric, dandelion roots, basil, and cilantro are easy to find and are highly effective. Not only are these great for the regular dishes where you usually mix them but they are also great when eaten as they are. These herbs taste good and the best part about these herbs is, it can naturally cleanse.

9. Fiber-rich foods and Foods rich in Complex Carbohydrates

You may have read about it already or more likely someone has told you, that in your diet, you need to have a lot of fiber. It is good for losing weight and it is also very helpful in cleansing the body more naturally. Our body, most specifically our digestive system, usually keeps substances from the food that passes through or any element that enters. Some bad elements that enter are toxins, or wastes not properly removed by the body, or preservatives that are not good for the health. These elements may lead to health problems which are reasons why, to keep the digestive system work properly, and for the elements inside the body to be flushed out, it is important that enough fiber enters your body.

Although there are many fiber supplements that are available in the market, it is always best to get the fiber naturally by consuming fiber-rich foods like bran, any kinds of berries, pineapples, barley, turnips, different kinds of nuts, and brassica vegetables like cabbages, kale, brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower.

10. Exercise

Exercising effectively stimulates the body. Physical activities help in keeping the heart healthy and keeping the lungs clean. Also, when you perspire, the sweat glands open and your skin gets cleaned. When you exercise, you tend to drink plenty of water for hydration and in effect, you are replacing the water you have managed to sweat out. The body detoxifies very efficiently when you drink a lot of water because through the water you take, the kidneys get to filter toxins faster. Another benefit you can get when you exercise is the improvement of the performance of the digestive system. If the digestive system works well, the body experiences less indigestion which leads to better waste and toxin removal.

Finding time to exercise is sometimes difficult especially if you have a busy schedule and having the will and the motivation to do it is not very high but, exercising should not feel like a chore as it can also be fun. If jogging, cycling or walking cannot work because there is no good jogging area in your vicinity and you do not have any equipment at home like a treadmill or a stationary bicycle, there are a lot of other options to do physical activities for sweating out like the very fun Zumba, or a relaxing exercise like Yoga, both of which you can do at home and all you have to do it go online and look for videos so you can be guided. Other activities like jumping jacks and stretching can also be done at home.

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