Our bodies have an innate detoxification system to help us overcome our less-than-perfect world.
Rather than quick-fix detoxes, we should really be focusing on supporting our bodys natural detoxification system.
Drink water.
Water doesnt just quench our thirst.
Adequate hydration is associated withlower risks of many diseases1.
Eat your veggies.
These vegetables also support liver detoxification byincreasing glutathione production2, an important antioxidant forreducing oxidative stress3.
Other dark leafy greens likedandelion greens, and beets are also detox-supporting superstars.
Choosing organic produce will reduce your exposure to pesticides and other chemicals that further increase your toxic burden.
Sprinkle in herbs and spices.
Sip on some tea.
Other research has shown tea to have awide range of health benefits.
Try chlorella.
Get your fiber.
Fiberis essential to keep food material moving properly through the digestive tract.
Reduce stress.
Stress limits the bodys ability to detoxify efficiently.
There arecountless ways to manage stressand accelerate the removal of toxins while simultaneously decreasing the burden on the body.
Catch some zzz’s.
When stress, anxiety and the business of life hits, sleep often takes a hit too.
Unfortunately, that is when we need it the most.
Sleep is when our body repairs, heals and restores itself, helping us prepare for the next day.
Most experts recommend aiming for 7-9 hours of quality sleep a night.
Clean up your diet.
By avoiding these foods you could relieve some of the stress on the detoxification system.
Minimize environmental toxins.
Plastics, heavy metals, personal care products and household cleaners all contribute to our toxic load.
Many of these chemicals are known asobesogensandendocrine disruptors, interfering with normal metabolism and weight management.
Do you need a detox?
Think youve overdone it and not treated your body well?
