Smoothies To Purify And Detox
Smoothies to rid your body of toxins,
purify and cleanse towards a healthier new you.
Detoxification (or "detox" for short) is a common word
nowadays where more and more people begin to realize the importance of eliminating
toxic substances or toxins from the body.
A detoxification diet, or
in this case, juicing diet, can help remove some or most toxins from
your body. The amount of toxins being eliminated depends on how
much cleansing food is being consumed and how much toxins are being
prevented to enter the body during a given timeframe.
We cannot totally avoid
toxins from entering our body, but we can prevent a large amount of it.
Read about it in more detail in the
anti-oxidant page. But briefly, they enter in many ways:
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Fruit/vegetable juices are
natural detoxifiers as they provide rich nutrients and
anti-oxidants that are necessary to cleanse, heal, repair and nourish
the body. The abundance of enzymes and fibers in fruits and
vegetables increase the ease of toxin elimination.
After a disciplined detox
juicing diet, people usually report improved energy, clearer skin,
improved digestion and increased concentration and clarity of mind.
Here are some easy to
prepare smoothies that are natural detoxifiers. Also read
about
the healthy ingredients that you can add into your smoothies.
While the following
recipes are generally safe for pregnant and nursing mothers, they should
not attempt to follow a strict detoxification diet. Other groups
of people who must not follow a detox diet are people who are anemic,
have eating disorder, diabetic, have kidney disease, autoimmune disease,
thyroid disease, cancer, terminal illnesses and other chronic
conditions.
It is important that you
consult your physician before you embark on any detoxification program.
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Detox Tips
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During detox, try
to eat a generous amount of garlic, onions and leeks. These
foods are excellent sources of sulfur compounds that help in
detoxification.
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Avoid alcohol,
tobacco, sugar and caffeine during periods when your liver is under
stress. These substances can quickly deplete your body's
natural detoxifiers.
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It is important to
drink at least eight to ten glasses of water when following a detox
diet. This helps the kidneys to flush out the toxins from your
body.
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Exercise releases the
excess toxin through sweat and burns toxin-storing body fats.
(But beware, excessive exercise may also cause toxin build-up.)
There may be some minor
reaction when you are detoxing.
Read about
what you can expect when you consume superior food.
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Smoothie Recipes for Detoxification
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Use these recipes for a
One-Day Juice Plan
where you take just liquids, and no other
solids. These combinations can be juiced or made into smoothies.
Plan to detox on a quiet weekend or on a day off and allow yourself a
time to relax or sleep properly, and indulge in some therapies or home
treatments or a massage. (For beginners, take no more than three
of this recipe in a day, spread out.) Enjoy.
A for Apple and Avocado
Apple contains malic acid, a heavy metal
chelator, while avocado is one of the richest sources of glutathione, a
potent anti-oxidant that can help detoxify environmental pollutants.
1 cup green apple,
peeled, cored and cubed
1 avocado, destoned
1/2 cup
carrot juice
1 teaspoon psyllium seed powder
2-inch fresh ginger, peeled and crushed
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Super Smoothie
This powerful blend of anti-oxidants is
sure to super cleanse your toxin-laden liver, as well as super charge
your energy, as it kills the "energy thieves".
1 orange, peeled and seeded
1 lime, peeled and seeded
1 cup strawberries, cleaned
1/2 cup non-fat chilled yogurt
1 teaspoon chlorella/spirulina powder
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Golden Rush
Alternate your detox recipes and be sure to include the Golden Rush for
its soluble and insoluble fiber. This recipe will add bulk that
will bind and eliminate the toxins in your colon. The bacterial cultures
help to reestablish healthful bacterial populations in your colon.
1 cup cantaloupe pieces,
peeled and cubed
1 cup steamed sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon flaxseed powder
Acidophilus supplement (see lable for recommended dosage)
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Purple Purity
The magnesium content in these fruits prevents fatigue and muscle
weakness. It is a necessary mineral for a normal nerve and muscle
function.
1/2 cup chilled
blueberries
1 chilled banana, peeled and cut into smaller pieces
1/2 cup of purple grape juice
1 tablespoon brewer's yeast
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Full Flush
This recipe is definite to cleanse your liver and flush out the toxins
in the bowel and bladder, leaving you feeling rejuvenated.
1 cup papaya (not too
ripe) cubed
1 cup watermelon, deseed and cubed
1/2 cup beetroot juice
1 tablespoon of spirulina
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