If you have consumed a large amount of foods with a high fat, sodium and sugar content in the last few days, it is likely that your liver and kidneys are suffering the effects of these excesses. To alleviate what the overeating and uncontrolled schedules have caused in your body, we suggest that you include these 14 foods and teas with purifying properties.
- Pineapple. It is a diuretic, improves lymphatic circulation and fights cellulite. It stands out for its high content of copper and manganese, important minerals in the cleansing process. It is better raw than canned. Also try including it in salads or as a garnish for some dishes.
- Lemon. Helps eliminate toxins and bacteria and maintain a healthy pH in the body. You can include it in your diet as a salad dressing or drink squeezed lemon juice in a cup of warm water in the morning. After several days of doing this, the effect will surprise you.
- Artichoke. It is a purifying food and helps cleanse the liver thanks to its acids, vitamins and enzymes. It is also a food that is easy to prepare. You can prepare it sautéed, with diced ham or clams, with a dash of lemon and also in salads.
- Fennel. It aids digestion, reduces abdominal swelling and relieves abdominal cramps. It is a diuretic and promotes the elimination of liquids. When taking it, it is advisable to consume the fennel bud in salads or add it to stews and legume dishes. It will also be useful in infusions.
- Turmeric. This spice should never be missing from your pantry. It is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-cancer. It is advisable to mix it with black pepper to promote its absorption in the body. You can include it in any stew or sauce and also in your favorite dressings.
- White tea. This is one of the infusions that should not be missing in a cleansing process, as it is one of the least processed teas, which means it contains more nutrients. It stands out for its polyphenols and catechins that help fight free radicals and reduce cholesterol.
- Green tea. It is the antioxidant drink par excellence, useful for losing weight. The flavonoids it contains make it a natural anti-inflammatory. Another of its components, known by the acronym EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate) helps reduce abdominal fat.
- Arugula. The fiber it contains improves intestinal transit and its bitterness favors digestion, since it stimulates digestive secretions. It is rich in retinol, has great firming power, helps detoxify the liver and enhances the activity of the pancreas, because it helps reduce sugar spikes in the body. You will love it in salads and as a garnish for your dishes.
- Whole grains. They are rich in fiber, and help control the body's insulin response. Their high vitamin B content helps reduce the action of the hormone homocystine, responsible for triggering various inflammatory processes in the body. Eat them especially at breakfast, as they will give you an extra boost of energy.
- Ginger. It has detoxifying properties, improves digestion, helps lower cholesterol levels and prevents colds. In addition, it has a compound called gingerol that acts as a natural anti-inflammatory. It promotes weight loss as it optimizes fat burning (lipolysis) and increases the speed of metabolism. When consuming it, remove the skin from the fresh root that is bought at the market. You can grate it and add it to smoothies or fruit juices, vinaigrettes, soups and sauces and as a dressing for fish and meat. It is also ideal for making ginger tea.
- Broccoli. Rich in antioxidants such as vitamins C, E and beta-carotene, with high anti-cancer, detoxifying and anti-cellulite properties, it is also alkalizing, pH regulating, anti-inflammatory and good for the digestive system. You will benefit more from its properties if you do not let it overcook and eat it slightly crunchy.
- Garlic. It has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral effects. It is most potent when eaten raw and stored in a cool, dry environment.
- Cilantro. Helps control blood sugar levels, contains antibiotic properties and lowers bad cholesterol levels in the blood. You can add it to sauces, salads and soups or include it in a green or detox juice.
- Raspberries. Rich in fibre, minerals and antioxidants, they have a high water content, few calories and a good amount of potassium. They promote liver detoxification and are notable for their draining and anti-inflammatory properties. They are healthier whole than in juice.
In addition, to eliminate toxins from the body it is advisable to eliminate alcohol and coffee, replace white bread and pasta with whole wheat bread and pasta and drink water often, even if you do not feel thirsty (between 1.5 and 2 liters a day, depending on the characteristics of each person) to help remove toxins and their elimination through sweat and urine.