3 Most Important Ways to Detox Without Any Diet Plan
When you think of detox, you visualise the various diet, different fastings and drinking only green and red juices. To be honest, detox does include all this. But, it will be better to get proper guidance from your dieticians or doctors.
That being said, it doesn’t mean you can not detox your body on your own. Full body detox is a practice that many believe can eliminate toxins from our body. Detox is not only for eliminating toxins but to encourage a healthy lifestyle (which includes a healthy diet, proper exercising and keeping yourself hydrated).
In my previous article, I talked about detoxification, why you need it and also 10 signs that show your body is screaming for body detoxification. If you have not read it yet, click on the link below…
And, with this article, I will be sharing with you the Pros and Cons of Detox and Ways to Detox your Body… Stay tuned till the end!!
PROS & CONS
Like “Every coin has two sides”, detox also has its own advantages and disadvantages.
There is a Safer way to detox your body, in order to feel healthier and regain strength and mental stability. Let us see What are some ways to support our body’s detoxification system…
Ways to Detox your Body:
Quality Sleep is important
I know some of you must be enjoying the way it has started. Getting a night of adequate sleep is a must for your body’s health and detoxification system. See it yourself, when you have a proper 7-8 hours sleep, you find yourself to be more energetic.
So what happens is, when you are sleeping, your brain recharges itself and removes the toxins that have accumulated throughout the day. And if you don’t get a proper good night sleep, these toxins will accumulate and affect your health (stress, anxiety, obesity, heart diseases). One of the toxins which our brains remove is beta-amyloid, which contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
I can understand it gets difficult to follow a sleep schedule every night. So what you have to do is, avoid using phones or laptops prior to your bedtime.
Keep yourself Hydrated
Many individuals always say that “If I drink more water, I have to use the washroom even more”. And this is not the case with young children but also many adults. Water not only quenches your thirst but also
– Regulates your body temperature,
– Lubricates your joints,
– Aids in digestion and nutrient absorption, and
– Detoxifies your body by removing waste products
Let me take you through the biology part of it.
Your body’s cells continuously repair themselves to function optimally and during this process, they break down nutrients for your body to use as energy. These processes in turn release waste in the form of urea and carbon dioxide. If this waste keeps building up in your body, it will lead to many diseases.
When you drink more water, it is gonna help in efficiently removing the wastes through urination, breathing or sweating. So, if you have foul breathing or bad body odour or even darker urine, all these are signs that your body is screaming for more water intake.
More water intake means proper elimination of the harmful toxins. It is totally fine to use the washroom many times, that is how you are helping the body in detoxification.
Binge eating Healthy Food
With this lockdown season, we are getting a lot of time to focus on our health and healthy food. And it’s really good if you following it with some (1-2/month) cheat days. Adequate intake of nutrition allows our body to detox effectively.
So let’s see, what should you include in your diet.
Apart from consuming a good amount of vegetables fruits, pay a little extra focus on the following to help your body in better detoxification.
Anti-oxidants rich diet:
Helps your body in fighting oxidative stress which is caused by excess free radicals and other toxins. Focus on getting antioxidants from the food only such as Berries, fruits, nuts, cocoa, spices, and beverages like green tea and coffee (don’t overconsume coffee to get more antioxidants). Eggs, broccoli, and garlic help enhance the function of glutathione, a major antioxidant produced by your body that is heavily involved in detoxification.
Prebiotics:
Tomatoes, bananas, garlic, onions, asparagus and oats are rich in prebiotics. This aids in keeping your digestive system healthy, which is of utmost importance for proper detoxification and immune health.
What should you avoid
Processed food:
It acts as an invitation for chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes. Continuous intake of junk food or processed food makes it difficult for the liver and kidneys to eliminate toxins.
Sugary Beverages:
Sugar and processed foods have the same effect on our body. Overconsumption of sugar can cause fatty liver which in turn will negatively impact the main function of the liver, harmful waste eliminations.
Other Ways of Detoxification Includes:
- Cilantro in your dishes will enhance the excretion of certain toxins, such as heavy metals like lead, and chemicals, including phthalates and insecticides
- Tobacco and Alcohol put a strain on the liver. Avoid overconsumption
- Keep your room well ventilated and dirt free. Use an air purifier if required. This will protect from the external toxins
- Switch to natural cleaning products, vinegar and baking soda, to reduce your exposure to potentially toxic chemicals
If you decide to try full body detox in this way and if you begin to feel unwell or experiences symptoms such as diarrhoea, fatigue or dizziness, or vomiting, stop the detox and consult a doctor.
You can adopt these approaches by using a detox as an opportunity to begin healthy habits. This is only gonna make you more active and young. Start with your partner or friends so that you all stay motivated and keep on moving forward in the game of health and wellness.
I know this blog ended up being a long one, but sharing all the information for proper detox was important. I hope this will help you in some ways.
