Introduction: Detoxification is a process of eliminating toxins from your body through natural means. The best way to detox your body is through the consumption of a detox diet for a definite period. You can customize your detox diet plan as 3-day detox plan, 7-day detox plan, 14-day detox plan, 21 day detox plan and so on as per your requirement.

Plan a Detox Diet

  1. The best detox diet includes plenty of fruits, nuts and vegetables which are rich in fiber, minerals and vitamins
  2. Fruit juice, particularly lime juice, is a must in a your detox diet
  3. Drink plenty of water to flush out all the toxins from your body
  4. Eat small quantities of good quality, organic protein
  5. Avoid overconsumption of meat
  6. Eggs, soy and soy products, and oily fish such as sardines, mackerel and salmon are best substitutes for meat protein

Importance of Fluids and Water in Diet

  • Drinking plenty of fluids and water, at least eight glasses a day, is essential for maintaining good health
  • Drinking plenty of water helps in avoiding fluid retention in your body
  • A water-diet/fluid-diet keeps body’s excretory system comprising of liver, kidneys, lungs, digestive system and skin functioning efficiently
  • Herbal teas and green teas which are rich in antioxidants are excellent alternative to water

Superfoods for Detoxification

  1. Fruits and Nuts: Apple, Cranberry, Limes and Lemons, Almonds, Walnuts, Watercress
  2. Vegetables: Asparagus, Broccoli, Carrot, Fennel, Ginger, Globe artichoke, Broccoli, Capsicums, Tomatoes, Carrots
  3. Yoghurt
  4. Olive oil, Flaxseed oil
  5. Garlic, Onions, Shallots, Leek
  6. Parsley
  7. Quinoa
  8. Dark Green, Leafy Salad Vegetables
  9. Seaweeds and Mushrooms

Avoid these Foods in your Detox Diet

  • Tea, coffee and other caffeinated drinks
  • Alcohol
  • Processed and preserved foods
  • Convenience foods
  • Fatty foods and fried foods
  • Meat and meat products
  • Pickles
  • Salt and sugar
  • Milk and milk products.

Avoid Tea, Coffee and Other Caffeinated Drinks: Caffeine is a stimulant and it puts your body under stimulation always. It also prevents our body from absorbing vitamins and minerals effectively.

Avoid Alcohol: Alcohol is broken down into toxic molecules when it is being metabolized within the body. Regular alcohol consumption also damages liver, muscles and brain. Alcohol also depletes our body of essential vitamins and minerals.

Avoid Processed and Preserved Foods

  • Avoid ready-to-eat/serve meals
  • Avoid cakes, pastries, pizzas and other bakery products
  • Avoid soft drinks and processed juices that contain lots of sugar
  • Avoid butter, cheese, cream and other fat-rich foods

Avoid Meat and Meat Products: Red meat is full of saturated fats, overconsumption of which is harmful for the body. Avoid eating processed meat and meat products during your detoxification program.

Avoid Salt and Sugar: You can try a salt-free and sugar-free diet during detoxification program.

Popular Detox Supplements

  • Sometimes consumption of detox supplements is recommended to safeguard against any nutritional deficiencies during your detoxification program
  • Major detox supplements currently available in the market are: Co- enzyme Q 10, Dandelion, Milk thistle, and Psyllium husks
  • Some well-known detox supplements are, Kelp and Spirulina. Both are seaweeds. Spirulina is actually blue – green algae

Health Tips

  • Avoid wheat bran in your diet if your stomach is sensitive to gluten
  • Avoid milk and milk products if you have problem in digesting these foods
  • Avoid eating snacks in between
  • Plan your diet into small 4 or 5 meals to avoid eating junk food and snacks in between
  • Rely on only trusted sources while purchasing detox supplements

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