While it sounds appealing at first, sticking to a detox can be really hard! Rumor has it…one of the perks of a detox is shedding of a couple of pounds. Improving the look of skin can be another bonus. However, detoxes aren’t made for everyone, and some may have little to no affect. Detoxes come in a variety of types, whether they include liquefying your diet or sticking to fruits and vegetables, you are sure to find a short-term detox that works for you. As always, check with your doctor before starting any type of detox program.
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For a juicing detox, only drinking liquids for 48 hours can jump-start a diet, while cleansing all of the unwanted toxins in the body. Make sure that several fruits and vegetables are in the regime to keep energy levels up.
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If you are more of a solid foods lover, eating only fruits and vegetables is great because your body can be cleansed while receiving natural vitamins. Make sure to mix up the produce you are eating to ensure your body is getting the proper nutrients.
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No matter which detox you opt to try, drink water with lemon, orange or lime. These acidic fruits can help to burn fat in the body. Not to mention, it will help get those 8 glasses of water down much easier! Also, by taking a couple of spoonfuls of extra virgin olive oil at night, you can help to stimulate your liver to keep it at optimal performance and to eliminate bile. And don’t drink any alcohol or caffeine while detoxing because it totally defeats the purpose!
A 24 hour cleanse could make all the difference before a weekend at the beach, which is totally up my alley! Just make sure to stay healthy. Happy detoxing!
This article has sparked my interest into detoxing ever more….wondering if you have done if and have seen results?!