8 Foods That Detox Your Body:
1. Leafy Green Vegetables
Greens are the most commonly missing food in the modern diet. What better time to start getting them in than now, since green is associated with spring- the time of renewal, refreshment and vital energy. Eat them raw, steam or sauté, add to soups and broths, juice them regularly and add to smoothies. This high alkaline food is loaded with fiber, folic acid, chlorophyll, micronutrients and phytochemicals. They help build a strong immune system, purify the blood and respiratory system, detox the liver from environmental toxins (heavy metals, pesticides), aids in digestion, breakdown and elimination of excess waste, and protects against cancer. They are high in calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, zinc, and vitamins A, C, E, and K. Aim to add greens to every single meal: in your smoothies, on your breakfast plate, at lunch and dinner, and for snacks. Pick a vegetable and plan your meals around that vegetable. Think: vegetables as dishes.
2. Lemons
Lemon, as we all know, is full of vitamin C which keeps the immune system strong but is also an excellent detox for the body. Drink hot water with lemon first thing in the morning to boost metabolism, clear your skin and help flush toxins out of the body. Add Apple Cider Vinegar and a dash of cayenne pepper to boost the benefits.
3. Garlic
Garlic is a natural and powerful anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-biotic. Not only does it offer incredible cardiovascular benefits, but it also aids the liver in filtering out toxins and wastes. A little bit goes a long way, so aim to add it to everything as often as possible: salad dressings, sautés, eggs, greens, sauces, spreads, even smoothies and juices!
4. Radishes
Radishes are a super food in melting fat from the body and aiding the liver in releasing stored fat. A little bit goes a long way. Slice them on salads, chop and throw into a sauté, add with eggs in the morning, or just eat them raw.
5. Dandelion Root
Known as a food for the liver. It improves the appearance and health of skin, cleanses the liver to support the release and elimination of toxic waste in the body, and is a natural source of protein, calcium, potassium, and A, B, C and E vitamins. Aim to drink one cup of Dandelion Root Tea every day to support your liver in naturally detoxing the body.
6. Ginger
Raw ginger is a powerful digestive soothing aid and anti-inflammatory. When inflammation is high in the body due to poor diet, stress, or illness, the organs don’t function properly- especially the gut, which is responsible for elimination and keeping the immune system strong. It also alleviates headaches. Add slices of raw ginger to your tea, chopped up in sautés, add a thumb sized piece to your smoothies and juices. Ginger is another one of those powerhouse super foods where a little bit goes a long way.
7. Detox Tea
The main ingredients in detox tea is burdock root, ginger, fennel, cinnamon and dandelion. All of these ingredients help flush out the liver and kidneys, and optimize digestive function allowing you to assimilate nutrients more efficiently leaving you less hungry, more energized and with greater mental clarity. Aim for 2 cups of detox tea a day.
8. Raw Organic Unpasteurized Sauerkraut
Raw sauerkraut contains billions of beneficial bacteria which aids your gut in eliminating properly and keeping immune function at peak. Seventy percent of your immune system lives in your gut, which is why it’s important to keep the amount of good bacteria in there at a high. Eat a fork full of raw sauerkraut at at least 2 meals per day. It’s also a great way to ward off relentless sugar cravings!
This was a sneak peek into some of the materials offered in my 10 Day Clean Eating Spring Cleanse, kicking off Monday, April 20th. Want in? Make sure to sign up soon to start receiving the Recipes, Shopping Lists, 10 Day Meal Plans and more. The cleanse is designed to kickstart your body into weight release! Are you ready to welcome spring looking and feeling great!? Let's do it!
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