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On a Detox? Here's What You Should and Should Not Eat

Detoxification – or detox, for short – is probably one of the most important ‘trends’ ever. Experts and nutritionists across the globe have put their money on this short-term dietary intervention (dietary changes) designed to eliminate toxins from the body. There are various types of detox diets that are either organ-focused (liver detox) or aim to achieve a certain goal (detox for weight loss). Over the last few years, a lot has been said and read about the foods to eat for detox. Researchers have constantly provided us with data that support various claims about their advantages for the body.

But wait, are you planning to join the detox bandwagon too? Are you also wondering how to detox the body?

You have to understand that it isn’t just about dieting. It would require a whole lot of effort on various fronts, like exercise, sleep cycle, and alcohol intake for you to achieve the results you wish to achieve.

But, it all begins with what you consume – so here’s a comprehensive list of best and worst foods for detox!

Foods to Eat for Detox

 

Best Detox Foods

Here are few of the best foods to eat on a detox diet.

1. Water

Well, this may look like a no-brainer but nothing flushes toxins out of your system like water. You can also add a peel of any citrus fruit to your bottle to get that mellow flavor if you’re averse to drinking plain old H2O.

2. Spinach, kale, collard greens, and basically every other green.

Remember hearing ‘eat your greens’ and completely disregarding the advice during your childhood? Now it’s time to consume these most powerful detox foods, begrudgingly if we might say so. Otherwise, you can consume them in a fun way with Daily Greens – tasty effervescent multivitamin tablets that contain the power of 39 antioxidant foods!

3. Fruits and other high-fiber foods

This list would be incomplete without mentioning fruits. Grapefruit, blackberries, strawberries, and all other berries are rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals in your body. Fruits, whole grains, and legumes are also rich in fiber. Fiber plays an important role in digestion and elimination of toxins. The next time you wonder what to eat for detox, just walk into your kitchen and pick the first fruit you find.

Best Detox Foods - Vegetables

 

The routine of picking healthy alternatives and top detox foods when we are so used to opening a bag of chips is going to be tedious at first, but it will definitely help in the long run. One great way to dip your toes into the detox world before you fully dive in it is to consume a glass of water with a spoonful of Apple Cider Vinegar in the morning. You can pick the one which has more ‘mother’ – aka live cultures – as it is known for its cleansing properties. Might we tell you that Wellbeing Nutrition’s Apple Cider Vinegar contains 2x the mother!

Worst Detox Foods

Without a doubt, this list contains alcohol, meat, dairy, and caffeine. Too much meat is known to allow potentially harmful bacteria to breed in your gut. Dairy products like cheese, butter, mayonnaise, and cottage cheese should be avoided as well. Steer clear from sugar, artificial sweeteners, refined sugars, and sugar-based beverages like soft drinks, soda and energy drinks.

 

Worst Detox Foods - Donuts

 

Striking a balance

It is imperative to get the right balance during your detox. Sudden change of diet will cause certain ramifications that you have to be prepared for. If you are normally used to consuming a diet that is dependent on meat, you will have to start with moderate changes in your habits. If you are already someone who is on a healthy diet, perhaps you can follow a stricter diet.

The key is to make sure your body and mind are in sync and ready to start a detox for a better tomorrow.

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