5 natural ways to detox your body

The words like ‘detox food’ and ‘detox drinks’ are making way into our lives quite often these days. Before we go into the ways to detox your body, let’s understand why we need to look at ways to detox in the first place. Out lifestyle, which used to be very simple earlier, has become more complex and busy in the last few years. Technology is making us lazy and lifestyle is making us eat food that are processed and loaded with unhealthiest ingredients. Our body and immune system is designed to protect us from such harshment but it can only do until a point, and after that, it gives way to lifestyle diseases. Detox essentially means getting rid of various toxins, that has been build up in our system and rejuvenating every cell of our body. We need a body detox when our efforts of losing weight are not working, or when we’re feeling sluggish and out of sync. A struggle with digestive and skin problems, any kind of body aches and pains – everything is telling you that it is time for body detox. The most important part is the body gets cleaned from inside and the entire process involves removal of toxins and feeding your body with healthy nutrients. It also means that it will increase your body’s resistance for fighting the free radicals, the key culprit behind aging.

It’s not really hard to get started with body detoxification. Here are few simple ways that can help you detox your body easily:

Minimize sugar intake

White sugar, molasses, and artificial sweeteners etc. are the biggest culprit in our diet. The reason is simple, more sugar you eat, the more insulin your body will ask for. This will in turn strain your pancreas and you’ll end up wearing yourself out. Not only can this in long term cause you to become chronically fatigued, it can also cause diabetes, cancer, and an increase in weight. 

Drink more water than usual

Even if you think you’re already consuming a lot of water, make sure to drink 3-4 liters of water every day. The reason is that water will flush out your system naturally and will help and contribute for a clearer skin and properly functioning organs. It is also help the body to get a more effective circulatory, respiratory, and digestive system. You should also start your day with a glass of lukewarm water with added lemon as this will give your system (liver and kidney) much needed boost for flushing out toxins.

Consume as much organic food as you can

This is no rocket science. Increase the consumption of fresh fruits, fiber rich and green vegetables to further help your body feel rejuvenated. Such fiber rich food will aid in better digestion and will provide much need vitamins and minerals. Remember to increase the water intake as sudden increase in fiber rich food can  lead to constipation or indigestion. 

Exercise regularly

Yes, go sweat it out. Exercising daily with a mix of cardio and strength training is one of the best way to get your metabolism increased to further help in detoxifying the body. Increased metabolism will also aid in weight loss and you will feel more energetic throughout the day. Circulation in the blood and lymph system is encouraged by regular exercise and it will enhance digestion, reduce tension & lubricate joints and also strengthen your body. As a matter of fact, those who exercise regularly have far fewer total toxins in their systems.

Quit the caffeine, and opt for Green Tea!

Okay, if not completely, minimize your caffeine intake as much as you can. To replace it, start consuming green tea. The reason why we suggest green tea is that it contains antioxidants that our body needs in the most natural form. Embrace green tea and you’ll see that it will help you kick start a day as nicely as your coffee did for you with an addition of some health benefits! 

Apart from that, opt for more fibrous foods, get massages, sleep a little more at nights, do yoga, quit smoking, drinking and processed food!