Our body is constantly working to dispel toxins and unwanted matter from its various systems. Over time, the body gets run down from unhealthy food choices, alcohol, caffeine, drugs, stress, and environmental toxins that are a part of modern day life. No matter how healthy your diet or lifestyle may be, external factors still require us to give the body a chance to recharge and dispel anything that may be holding us back from experiencing superior health and long lasting vitality. When our vital organs are placed under too much pressure and unable to work efficiently, this is when illness and disease can appear. The build-up of toxins can accumulate in all different areas of your body, so a thorough body cleanse is of paramount importance
Detoxification is the action or process you take to flush out and purge the build-up of harmful contaminants in your body. This is a fantastic way of promoting different areas of your health, because of the many systems and organs that directly benefit from a healthy detox. Taking time to cleanse the body and nurture these vital organs goes a long way in prevention, and also has immediate effects, greater energy, clearer skin, better digestion, mental clarity, and so much more.
How to know your body is in need of detoxification
You often have skin breakouts and blemishes, dull complexion
You constantly feel fatigued, stressed and overwhelmed
You experience frequent headaches and/or lack of mental clarity
You are carrying excess body weight
You seem to pick up colds, flu, bugs, and viruses easily and are often on medication
Your digestion is troublesome, uncomfortable and irregular
You slip into making less-healthy food choices and often have fried foods, processed foods, refined sugar or fast food.
You frequently have coffee, alcohol, drugs (prescription or otherwise) or cigarettes
You are exposed to common environmental toxins such as carbon emissions, cigarette smoke, herbicides, pesticides, artificial fragrances, and household chemicals
Your breath and body odour seem to have an alarming stink
Here are some homemade detoxifying teas that you can try
Green Tea
This is especially for those who do not want to add any other ingredient to their detox tea. A completely natural flush for your system, green tea is also high in antioxidants which will help your body increase the formation of detoxification properties. It also boosts immunity while safeguarding your liver from the damaging impacts of toxic substances.
Ginger and Turmeric Tea
Turmeric has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. It is rich in anti-oxidants and important nutrients. Ginger, on the other hand, is a quite sought-after de-bloating food. Before going to sleep at night, drink tea made with these two magical ingredients which will help in cleansing your system.
Lemon Tea
It is rich in vitamin C. When combined with turmeric, plain water and a bit of black pepper, it is one of the most invigorating drinks to have. Lemon is known for detoxing qualities besides being beneficial for your overall immune system. It is one of the best teas to start your day even on a daily basis.
Tulsi Tea
Fresh crushed Tulsi leaves extract or dried ones both will work. Tulsi leaves are known for increasing metabolism. Tulsi leaves or Tulsi tea acts as a great natural detox. The potent herb purifies and cleanses your body of all kinds of toxins. Detox with tulsi tea has been associated with weight loss too.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Drinking straight Apple Cider Vinegar is not recommended and its always recommended you add water before consuming it. Taking the few extra steps to make this Apple Cider Vinegar morning detox tea with some honey is so worthwhile. The taste is more than pleasant and can be enjoyed warm or over ice.
