The liver is the largest internal organ by mass in the body and has over 500 important functions. The most important ones include: detoxification, protein synthesis, and the production of chemicals that help digest food. So, this organ has to be at the top of your list of organs to look after.
Why is Detoxing the Body So Important?
Detoxing is the process of getting rid of all the bad toxins in your body. Even though the body has its own build-in methods of dealing with those toxins, two examples being crying and sweating, it can always use a little help in that department.
This process also has anti-aging benefits, and let’s face it, when something helps keep signs of aging at bay, we won’t say no.
What Happens in Your Body During a ‘Cleanse’ or ‘Detox’?
- You will have more energy
- If you are working on losing weight, detoxing can help
- Boost your immune system
- Improve your skin and the health of your hair
- If your body’s systems are out of balance, detoxing will help realign everything
The bad news is that there is no getting away from toxins, no matter how much we try. That means the best way to manage them is to know where they come from. Toxins enter the body through a variety of ways, including:
- Environmental pollutants
- Cancer-causing chemicals
- Preservatives
- Pesticides
- Heavy metals
- Cleaning chemicals
- Processed meat
- Canned foods
- Cheese
- Alcohol
- Caffeine
- Carbonated beverages
Also, it is possible that you might have too many toxins in your system if you experience these symptoms:
- Nausea
- Low energy
- Fatigue
- Mood swings
- Headaches
- Bloating
- Gas
- Constipation
- Skin issues
- Weight gain
What Foods Cleanse Your Liver?
Everything you eat has consequences for your liver. That’s why you should pay attention to the foods you add into your diet. The good news is there are many foods you’re probably already eating that can help to cleanse your liver naturally. Some of them include:
- Garlic
- Citrus fruits
- Turmeric
- Walnuts
- Avocados
- Green tea
- Beets
- Vegetables
- Apples
Here’s a 3-Day Detox Recipe:
Breakfast: Green tea with lemon
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tbsp Flaxseed
- 1 cup Raspberries
- 1 Banana
- ¼ cup Spinach
- 1 tbsp Almond Butter
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
Lunch: Smoothie
- ½ cup Almond Milk
- 4 Celery Stalks
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 cup Kale
- ½ Green Apple
- ½ Squeezed Lime
- 1 tbs Melted Coconut Oil
- 1 cup Pineapple
Dinner: Smoothie
- 1 ½ cups Coconut Water
- 1 cup Blueberries
- ½ cup Mango
- 1 cup Kale
- 1 tbs Lemon Juice
- ¼ Avocado
- ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tbs Flaxseed
Enjoy!
