A detox week, which foods to favor?
Write the 14/10/2022 by Santarome Bio
Why do a detox? 🍋
Detox helps eliminate toxins , that is to say waste accumulated in our body. Toxins often accumulate as a result of poor lifestyle habits, but also because of our external environment (pollution, etc.).
For example, by consuming too many prepared meals, rich in preservatives and industrial fats, we accumulate a quantity of toxins greater than what the body can naturally evacuate.
Likewise, regular and excessive consumption of tobacco and alcohol also generate an accumulation of toxins in the body.
Our emunctories (skin, lungs, liver, intestines, kidneys) are overworked and are no longer able to perform their functions correctly.
Too many toxins can cause unwanted weight gain, stomach aches, a feeling of fatigue, or even skin that loses its shine and brittle hair.
This is why a detox cure can be an interesting solution for cleansing the body .
The definition of a detox cure varies slightly from one specialist to another but the principle remains generally the same: it involves consuming exclusively plants for a limited period of time (generally a week), avoiding prepared meals, alcohol and tobacco, and to focus on a healthy diet.
Food supplements like Santarome Bio detox gummies will allow you to increase the effects of the treatment tenfold.
Here are some examples of foods to help you structure your detox treatment schedule.
The different forms of detox
There are several forms of dietary detox that aim to remove toxins from the body and promote better health. Among these, we find:
- Intermittent fasting: this form of food detox consists of alternating periods of fasting with periods of food consumption. A common method is 16/8 intermittent fasting, where one fasts for 16 hours and eats for an 8-hour period, often skipping breakfast. You can also practice a 24-hour fast once or twice a week, or alternate days of fasting with days of normal food consumption.
- The Liquid Detox Diet: This method involves consuming only liquids, such as fruit and vegetable juices, broths and soups, for a specific period of time.
- The vegan or raw food diet: these diets favor the consumption of raw vegetables and fruits, as well as nuts, seeds and legumes. They generally exclude animal products and processed foods.
- Gluten-free or dairy-free diet: These diets can help some people reduce inflammation and digestive problems.
Although detox diets can provide health benefits, calorie restriction can in the long term lead to rapid weight loss, fatigue, irritability, and also nutritional deficiencies. It is therefore important to follow these diets with caution and under the recommendations of a health professional in order to avoid any adverse effects.
How to deal with the side effects of detox, such as fatigue or headaches?
Hydrate yourself sufficiently to avoid fatigue or headaches,
Take the time to rest,
Eat enough nutritious food to provide your body with the energy it needs,
Avoid processed foods high in fat and refined sugar, which can make unpleasant symptoms worse.
Avoid toxic substances such as caffeine, alcohol, nicotine which can disrupt the detox process.
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Exercise regularly to improve blood circulation, stimulate the lymphatic system and help eliminate toxins.
Contraindications to detox
It should be noted that detox diets are not suitable for everyone! Indeed, only healthy people can consider doing a detox treatment. It is strongly recommended not to use a detox treatment for people suffering from anorexia, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
If you have any doubts about your ability to detox, consult a healthcare professional before following any of these diets. It is also important to ensure that the diet provides all the nutrients needed to support good health.
In summary, a detox week can help eliminate toxins, improve digestion, reduce stress, improve energy.
Some easy detox recipes to healthily nourish your body and boost your energy 🍲
Celery, apple, carrot soup
Tofu lentil soup
Kale and spinach soup
Tonic salad with beetroot, pomegranate and carrots
Seafood broth
Steamed cod in soy sauce
Vegetable and rice noodle broth
Pasta with olive cream
Green tea, an antioxidant for your detox cure 🍵
A perfect slimming ally, green tea is a powerful antioxidant that naturally flushes out pollutants and toxins. It indeed contains a large dose of catechins. These antioxidants which belong to the flavonoid family promote natural detoxification .
Citrus fruits, rich in vitamin C 🍊
Are you not a fan of green tea when you wake up in the morning? Lemon juice in a cup of warm water or in a glass of water can also help you start your day off right. Citrus fruits, rich in vitamin C, are foolproof cleansers that gently cleanse the body. Their diuretic properties have been recognized for centuries.
Kale cabbage, ideal as a lunch salad 🍱
Rich in vitamins and minerals, kale also contains powerful antioxidants. In addition, this vegetable with multiple virtues helps the functioning of the digestive system.
Delicious in salads, it goes perfectly with artichokes, another excellent food for detox cures: it helps eliminate bile and toxins.
If you can, we advise you not to have any sauce with your salad.
With fruit for dessert, you have a delicious typical detox meal !
Water: simple and effective 💧
Don't forget to hydrate yourself regularly to promote drainage in your body and improve the elimination of toxins. By drinking a large amount of water, you stimulate the kidneys, the emunctory organs which purify the body by ridding it of toxins through urine. It is therefore recommended to drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day for the duration of the treatment.
Red fruits 🍓
Fall for redcurrants, blueberries, blackcurrant and cranberry! Red fruits are indeed outstanding detox allies.
Rich in polyphenols, highly antioxidant nutrients, red fruits will effectively help to deeply drain your body. Take fresh or in a smoothie for a perfectly successful detox treatment.
How the different foods recommended for detox can be integrated into a balanced diet in the long term
Foods recommended for detox are often whole, nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, herbs and spices. Although these foods are often recommended as part of a detox treatment, they can also be incorporated into a balanced diet in the long term.
Vary your diet by including a variety of fruits and vegetables in different colors and flavors, which offer a range of health-promoting nutrients. Fruits and vegetables can be eaten raw, grilled or steamed, in salads, soups, smoothies or as an accompaniment to your favorite dishes.
Whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, and oats, can also be incorporated into your diet. They are rich in fiber and nutrients, and can be used in salads, soups, rice or side dishes.
Lean proteins, such as chicken, fish, tofu and legumes, are also important in a balanced diet. They provide essential amino acids and can be prepared in different ways, depending on your dietary preferences.
Herbs like basil, mint, and rosemary, as well as spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin, may also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Santarome Bio detox gummies 🌱
To support you in your detox treatment, go for Ma Détox Bio gummies! These delicious chewing gums with a good lemon flavor are one hundred percent vegan and gluten-free. They increase the effectiveness of your detox treatment tenfold, thanks to their high plant content with draining effects on the body.
Birch, which facilitates the elimination of water;
Burdock, which protects the liver and effectively purifies the body;
Dandelion, which considerably facilitates the elimination of toxins.
Ma Détox Bio gummies are also enriched with buds to reinforce their effects: birch, white elm and blackcurrant.
The recommended dosage is two gummies per day for one month. Please note, taking gummies is not recommended for children under the age of twelve, nor for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
