We all know that the best way to take care of your body is to eat healthy and do regular physical activity, but are there additional measures to maintain our health? Over time, poor diet, sedentary lifestyle and stress can obstruct the flow of blood to the organs. That's why it's important to detoxify our body at least once a year to purify it.
Here are the most important systems and organs to detoxify and how to do it.
1. The liver
The liver detoxifies the blood and eliminates alcohol and drugs. It also stores vitamins and iron and regulates cholesterol, hormones and energy. But because of excessive consumption of fatty foods, he can no longer perform his tasks.
To purify the liver, avoid foods high in sugar, fat or alcohol and choose healthy foods such as ginger, cumin, pepper, lemon, tomato, garlic, turmeric, green tea and cruciferous vegetables.
2. Gallbladder
Gallstones usually occur in patients with a diet high in cholesterol and fat. They can also be caused by skipping meals, losing weight too quickly or by lack of fiber.
According to one study, consumption of peppermint and milk thistle is excellent for bile evacuation and gall bladder stimulation. In addition, it is essential to be well hydrated, consume a lot of insoluble fiber and avoid fatty foods.
3. Blood
When the liver and kidneys do not work properly, the blood becomes overloaded with toxins and circulates in the organs. That's why it's important to eat foods rich in antioxidants such as blueberries, dark leafy vegetables, beetroot, lemon and garlic.
4. Lymph
The body contains about 10 liters of lymph that serve to trigger an immune response during an infection. The lymphatic system circulates nutrients, drains excess fluids and eliminates toxins.
When the lymphatic system works poorly, it can cause health concerns ranging from cellulite to the development of cancer. This is why it is important to clean and purify it by performing daily cardiovascular and aerobic exercises, lymphatic massage or dry brushing.
5. Pancreas
The pancreas is the organ responsible for producing and releasing insulin, the hormone that regulates glucose metabolism.
Inflammation of the pancreas can hinder the ability of the pancreas to function properly; try to include more anti-inflammatory foods such as pineapple, lemon and turmeric in your daily diet.
6. Intestines
Digestive disorders such as constipation can lead to loss of energy, fatigue, headaches and weight gain.
It is recommended to clean the colon to detoxify the body, although this process may cause abdominal cramps, stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Drink plenty of water and consume fiber, probiotics, magnesium, and herbal teas (ginger, fennel ...) to avoid constipation and fight against inflammation, oxidative stress, ulcers, flatulence and gastritis.
7. Kidneys
The kidneys eliminate waste, help balance the body's minerals, regulate hydration and produce hormones. Like the liver, they filter the blood.
Potassium-rich fruits and vegetables such as grapes, lime, oranges, cantaloupes, bananas, kiwis, apricots, dandelion roots and prunes make kidney cleansing easier.
Cranberries, which are commonly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, contain a nutrient called quinine that is converted to hippuric acid. According to experts, it eliminates the excessive accumulation of urea and uric acid in the kidneys to prevent kidney stones.
Warnings
- Ginger is not recommended for pregnant women, people suffering from blood diseases, diabetics and weak people.
- Turmeric is not recommended for gallbladder disease which is over stimulated.
- Garlic is not recommended for people with porphyria - a blood disease that makes them photosensitive - it can increase the effects; and to people who have undergone surgery, because of its anticoagulant effect which may cause haemorrhage.
- Cumin is not recommended for pregnant women as it can cause miscarriages.
