Detoxes are a good and healthy way to rid your body of unwanted toxins. Bodies get rid of toxins themselves through the liver, kidneys, skin, and digestive system. You will know your body needs to be detoxed if you feel any of the following
· Unexplained Fatigue.
· Poor gastrointestinal elimination.
· Blemishes and irritated skin.
· Allergies.
· Signs of poor immunity like repeated infections.
· Puffy eyes.
· Acidity and bloating.
· Continuous disturbed attention
A Body Detox that can be done from the comforts of your home and using ingredients you can find in local supermarkets here on the island is the Tropical Green Detox Smoothie. This smoothie is suitable for boosting energy, improving the immune system and is a natural detoxifier. To prepare this smoothie, you will need
- 1cup of Kale
- ¾ cups of frozen pineapple chunks
- ¾ of frozen mango chunks
- ½ sliced bananas
- One ¼ cup of coconut water
- ½ teaspoon of spirulina powder
- A sweetener to taste such as honey, agave, or stevia
Blend all the above ingredients except the spirulina powder. Blend until smooth, and the spirulina at the end of the first blend. Then blend again with the added spirulina. This smoothie is good for up to two servings.
Other ways to help detox you body is all on your lifestyle. What you do and how you do it can affect your body. Ways in which you can naturally detox is
- Limiting alcohol consumption
- Drinking more Water
- Focusing on your sleep
- Reducing sugary drinks and processed foods
- Decrease salt intake
- Eat foods high in probiotics
- Getting active
Taking care of your body is essential to being happy and healthy. You only have one body, so taking care of that one body is crucial. Go to your regular checkups, eat healthily, try to stay active, take some time for yourself. And let’s not forget throwing a little body detox into the equation.
