Many factors can affect your bodily health, from pollutants and stress to processed foods and too much alcohol. Detoxifying your body is now more important than ever and plays an important role in maintaining a healthy body and lifestyle.
Even the smallest changes can make a difference. Start detoxing your body today with these four tips.
Increase Water Consumption
Increasing water intake will make you feel more energetic and alert, especially if you lower alcohol consumption. As toxins are removed, your body’s organs, such as your liver and kidneys, can function more efficiently and improve overall vitality.
Manage Your Weight Through Exercise and Healthy Eating
Reducing processed foods and exercising will encourage you into healthier habits and ultimately help manage your weight and reduce the build-up of toxins in your body.
Starting by replacing sunflower oil with olive oil when cooking and eating lean meats instead of ready meals can go a long way in increasing heart health. Also, cycle to work or go to the gym regularly to help your body process and sweat out toxins.
Increase Fiber Intake
Fiber acts as a prebiotic, which helps nourish the “good” bacteria in your gut. Eating more fiber will support the health and growth of these bacteria, help them carry out their functions better, and add bulk to your stool.
In addition, by eating fiber-rich food like nuts, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, you’ll feel fuller and reduce the desire to eat nutrient-insufficient foods, ultimately assisting with detoxification.
Reduce Future Exposure to Toxins
Pollutants are everywhere, from vehicle fumes to chemicals in processed foods. Although the body has natural processes (mainly in the liver and kidneys) that break down and eliminate these toxins, it’s important to wear face masks in heavily polluted areas. Wearing a suitable covering helps lower the chance of inhaling too many pollutants and allows your body to keep on top of processing toxins. Remember, prevention is a better alternative to cure.
