Top Foods for Detox

  • Category: Food
  • January 8, 2017

Detoxing helps the body cleanse itself from toxins or free radicals that are byproducts of pollution, pesticides, and preservatives. But did you know there are certain foods that help with detox? Stephanie Nammar, Clinical Dietitian and Nutritionist at Dubai Herbal Treatment Centre highlights these.

  • Artichokes
    Artichokes help the liver function at its best and are also filled with fiber, protein, magnesium, folate, and potassium.
  • Asparagus
    This contains beneficial substances that fight cancer and help your heart stay healthy; and is a general anti-inflammatory food.
  • Avocados
    Because of its fiber and antioxidant count, this is a food that is making it onto more and more detox lists as they are heart healthy.
  • Beets
    Beets are high in fiber and antioxidants which makes them crucial in detox meals.
  • Broccoli
    Broccoli works with the enzymes in your liver to easily eliminate toxins.
  • Cabbage
    Cabbage helps your liver get rid of toxins and contains fibers that will help your digestive system work at its best.
  • Garlic
    Garlic boosts the immune system as well as helps the liver flush away toxins.
  • Ginger
    Often used in tea or other drinks, you can add ginger to most recipes. It is thought to help the liver function and has an anti-inflammatory effect.
  • Grapefruit
    The fiber and the nutrient-rich juices of grapefruit act to detox the body from free radicals.
  • Green Tea
    Green tea contains antioxidants that will kill free radicals before they can do any damage. This is good to drink on a daily basis.
  • Kale
    This vegetable is packed with many antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties as well, not to mention all of the vitamins and minerals it contains.
  • Lemongrass
    It helps the liver, kidneys, bladder, and the entire digestive tract cleanse.
  • Lemons
    Lemons and lemon juice are often mentioned when detoxing. Lemon helps with your digestion; it is even advised to drink a cup of hot water with lemon first thing in the morning to help the liver detox.
  • Olive Oil
    Olive oil is part of the good fats and should be added to cold dishes and salads. Avoid cooking with olive oil as it removes all of its health benefits.

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