Eat to clean up your body? Yes but with the right foods! At the approach of the holidays or for any weekend a little too festive, we have listed 10 special detox foods.
- The garlic, the ingredient detox superstar
In addition to its flavor, garlic helps activate enzymes that can eliminate toxins. The fact that it contains allicin and selenium, also helps cleanse the liver. And if you're scared to suffer the vampire spell, know that white and red onions are also good detox options.
- The lawyer, the "glutathione" asset
The avocado has many benefits: but if it is good for detox and cleansing the liver, it is thanks to the glutathione it contains.
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- Broccoli, the cruciferous option
Broccoli like a whole lot of cabbage (cauliflower, white, Brussels ...) is ideal for detox! In addition to containing vitamins B and C, broccoli increases the amount of glucosinolates in your body, increasing the production of enzymes in the liver.
- Grapefruit, rich in vitamin C
A small glass of grapefruit juice is rich in vitamin C and helps stimulate the production of these special enzymes that will help you eliminate bad substances.
- Green tea, the antioxidants asset
Green tea is filled with antioxidant ingredients called "catechins". Caffeine can be aggressive for your liver so swap your tea or morning coffee for a cup of green tea instead. Your liver will thank you for that.
- Turmeric, the healthiest
This spice can help detox your liver by helping to flush out carcinogens. A recipe ? Chop some fresh tomatoes and sprinkle them with turmeric on top for a great snack!
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- Lemon, simple and effective
Squeeze a half lemon into a cup of hot water each morning for a tea-house, which will boost the liver's detoxifying powers.
- Chlorella
The star seaweed of detox treatments is almost always prescribed. Indeed, it has proven its ability to remove heavy metals, including lead, mercury and chemical pollutants that are fixed in the tissues.
- Tofu
A vegetable protein, very little fat, recommended in slimming diets that has the power to bind to the heavy metals of the body to eliminate them. It is estimated that 700 grams of tofu would lower the lead level in the body by 11%.
- Ginger
It facilitates digestion by stimulating the production of bile. Powerful antioxidant, it reduces nausea. 10 grams a day is enough.
Obviously, this list is not exhaustive! Beets, carrots , green leafy vegetables, apples or black grapes can help you get back into shape and health after a binge!
Source: marieclaire.co.uk
