Now a day major chunk of people are facing issues related to digestion because of the hostel food and outside food habits.
Why we need to detox our body and what are the benefits
In today’s fast life we eat unhealthy foods like fast foods, fried foods, processed foods, packaged foods. Such foods are extremely difficult to digest and forms bad toxins in our body which causes health problems and leads to irregular digestions. So we need to flush out the bad toxins from our body.
Detox drinks helps to cleanse the body and helps to improve digestive issues, burns the stubborn fat. These drinks not only help to boost the immune system but also help for weight loss, skin rejuvenation and cool the body.
We can have these after having bachelor parties, hangover, improper food digestion, constipation, stomach ache or any other digestive problems.
Everyday drinking of this drinks helps to get rid of several health problems while keeping you fit and healthy as these antioxidants has good effect on our body.
I had covered 3 different sets of detox varieties
1) Detox Drinks/Tea-These should be taken on empty stomach for better results and boosts the immune system.
2) Vegetables & Fruits-Both the combination of fruits and vegetable detox drinks can be taken in anytime of the day. These helps to reduce stress levels, increase the metabolism and balances the sugar level
3) Natural Boosters-Turmeric milk, Green tea, lemonade, coconut water, Sugar cane juice. These are easily available everywhere and helps to give instant energy.
Preparation Method is similar for all detox drinks. Only the ingredients will be changed as per the availability and taste. So i am mentioning the common procedure for all detox drinks.
Step 1-Boiling 1 glass of water in the saucepan serves for 1 person.
Step 2:-Add the ingredients and get the water boiled for 3-5 minutes.
Step 3:-Drain the water and keep it aside. Once it is lukewarm temperature add lemon and honey for better flavour or drink as plain water.
1.Cinnamon tea
Ingredients
- Small Cinnamon stick or powder
- 1 inch ginger
- 1 spoon Honey
- ½ lemon
Preparation Method:-
- Take a saucepan and boil 1 glass of water. once the water is boiled add the cinnamon,ginger pieces and get the water boiled for 3-5 minutes.
- Strain the mixture and once the water is at lukewarm temperature add the honey and lemon.
Health Benefits:-
- Boost the immune system, rich in antioxidants and anti-bacterial properties that help to improve the digestive system and strengthen it to fight various illnesses like throat pain, cold and cough symptoms.
- Reduces the cholesterol levels
- For treating skin infections and cleanses the skin. Helps in relieving the stomach pain and regularizing the bowel movement.
Note:-Mix honey and cinnamon with warm water and gargle it that helps get rid of bad breath. Do it at least twice a week for desired results.
2.Jeera water
Ingredients
- 1 tsp cumin seeds/jeera
- 1 glasses of water
- 1 tsp honey
Note: – Jeera can be replaced with Ajwain (vaamu), Saunf also
Keep any of these 3 ingredients (jeera, Ajwain, Saunf) in handy so that you can chew it daily after meal and can drink warm water for instant relief incase of any indigestion or any stomach burning sensations.
Preparation Method:-
1.Take a sauce pan add water and bring the water to a boil.
2.Add 1 spoon of jeera seeds to the water and boil it for 5 min until the water is reduced to half the quantity .Once the water started changing the colour Turn off the flame.
3.Strain the water and Keep it aside and add the honey if required for better taste otherwise u can drink as plain.
Health Benefits:-
- Very effective to reduce bloating and acidity.
- Natural fat burner
- Jeera water can be taken at anytime as it increase the activity of digestion faster and helps in proper functioning of the digestive system.
- Acts as Anti-ageing and keeps our skin fresh and hydrated.
- It helps to loose weight gradually and improves metabolism
- Acts as Anti cancer drink and excellent source of iron and also helps in strengthening immune system.
3.Turmeric tea
Ingredients
- 1 tbspn Turmeric powder
- 3-4 peppercorns
- Basil leaves or Tulasi leaves (if available)
- 1 small inch cinnamon
Preparation Method:-
1.Take a sauce pan add water and bring the water to a boil.
2.Add 1 tbspn turmeric powder,pepper,Tulasi or mint leaves ,cinnamon to the water and boil it for 5 min.Turn off the flame.
3.Strain the water and Keep it aside and add the honey if required for better taste otherwise u can drink as plain.
Health Benefits:-
- Flush out toxins and restore balance in the body
- Reduces the inflammation and weight loss
- Cinnamon has more antioxidants to help fight infection
- Mint and basil leaves acts as an excellent way to ease an upset stomach
- Manage blood sugar levels and treat skin conditions.
4.Honey, Lemon and Ginger
Ingredients
- 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 inch ginger
- 1 glass warm water
Preparation Method:-
1.Take a sauce pan add 1 glass water and bring the water to a boil.add the ginger and get it boiled for 5 minutes
2.After that get the water the lukewarm temperate and add the lemon and honey.Drink warm
Health Benefits:-
- Shrinks fat cells
- Helps digestion
- Detoxifies the body
- Cleanses the blood
- Strengthens the immune system
5.Mint Tea
Ingredients
- Mint leaves
- Green tea leaves or 1 bag
- Honey and lemon as per taste
Preparation Method:-
1.Take a sauce pan add water and bring the water to a boil.
2.Add the mint leaves and boil it and then add the green tea bag or leaves and then turn off the flame.
3.Drain the water and Keep it aside and add the honey and lemon if required for better taste otherwise u can drink as plain.
Health Benefits:-
- Increases fat burning
- Antioxidants may lower the risk of some cancers
- Reduce bad breath
6.Mint cooler
Ingredients:
- Mint/Pudina leaves – 1/4 cup
- Lemon – 1 whole
- Honey – 1 tbsp (adjust according to taste)
- Ginger juice – 1 tsp
- Cold Water /Soda
- Black salt
Preparation Method:
1.Take a mixer or a blender add the mint leaves and little water and grind well
2.Add lime juice, ginger juice, honey and blend it for a minute.
3.Add cold water and soda and mix well.
Health Benefits:-
- Mint Cooler is a very refreshing and also a feel good drink to in summer.
- Mint helps in digestion and breathing disorders, common cold problems.
- Sore throat ,beat acidity, Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
7. Methi Seeds water
Importance:-
- Methi water is very helpful for diabetic problems and balances the hypertension and sugar levels in the body. So it does not require any preparation time.
- Just soak methi seeds in water overnight and can drink early in morning every day. You can strain the seeds and can drink.
8.Lemon and Cucumber Detox Water
Ingredients:-
- 1 lemon
- 1 cucumber
- Mint leaves
- Small inch ginger
- A pinch of salt
- Water
Preparation Method:-
1.Cut the cucumber and lemon into thin slices. Transfer to a glass and add few mint leaves, chopped ginger and a pinch of salt.
2.Pour water into the glass and keep it aside for sometime so that the flavours get absorbed.
3.We can either Drink this water early in the morning or can even carry it to your workplace and sip on it through the day
Health Benefits:-
- Cucumber is very high water content, rich in fibre and low in calories .It is an effective measure to improve weight loss and managing body weight
- Helps to boost energy and body metabolism.
- Cucumber helps to lose belly fat by detoxifying and reduces bloating from the stomach and constipation.
9.Orange and Carrot Juice
Ingredients:-
- 1 orange
- 1 carrot
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 inch ginger
- Water
Preparation Method:-
1.Peel the orange and cut the carrot in thin Slices.
2.Take a mixer jar or a hand blender and add the carrot, orange, and ginger.
3.Extract the juice and add tablespoon of honey. Add water based on thickness and add ice before drinking.
Health Benefits:-
- Carrots are rich in fibre and Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene. Helps for good skin. Reduces risk of certain cancers and improves cardiac health.
- Ginger is having antibacterial properties that helps with Gastrointestinal Distress.
- Relieves cough and cold.
- Oranges are rich in vitamin C. Adequate intake of this vitamin can give Healthy immune system, Lowers cholesterol. Prevents skin damage.
10.Beetroot and Mint Juice
Ingredients:-
- Beetroot
- A handful of mint leaves
- A pinch of salt
Preparation Method:-
1.Wash the beetroot thoroughly and cut into pieces.
2.Take a blender and add the chopped pieces, add a few mint leaves and a pinch of salt.
3.Squeeze lemon juice and honey to the juicer and can have it fresh. Don’t throw the pulp just add little water and can drink.
Health Benefits:-
- Beets are low in calories and high in fiber helps to reduce weight.
- Helps to cleanse the liver and lowers blood pressure.
- Have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
11.Fruits and Carrot Juice
Ingredients:-
- 1 carrot
- Choice of fruits as available
- Black pepper
- A pinch of salt
Preparation method:-
1.Peel and wash the carrots well.
2.Chop the carrots and fruits in pieces. Take a blender add the chopped veggies and fruits, little salt and black pepper. Blend it well and Serve with ice cubes.
Health Benefits:-
- Fruits and vegetables like carrots, blueberries, and oranges are good sources of vitamins, minerals, and fibre.
- These fruits and vegetables are fibre rich and helps for weight management, prevent weight gain. This juice helps to reduce the stress levels and anxiety.
12.Buttermilk Detox Drink
Ingredients
- Buttermilk/plain curd
- Coriander leaves
- 1 inch ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- A pinch of salt
Preparation Method:-
1.Prepare the buttermilk by mixing two tablespoons of plain curd with water.
2.Add the grated ginger, salt, coriander leaves and roasted cumin seed powder and stir well.
Health Benefits:-
Curd is a natural source that strengthens the digestive system.
13.Turmeric milk
Ingredients:-
- Milk
- Turmeric powder
- Jaggery
- 3-4 pepper corns or black pepper powder
Preparation Method:-
1.Take a saucepan and boil the milk. Add turmeric powder, crushed jaggery and pepper.
2.Let it boil for 2-3 minutes. Drink warm
Health benefits:-
- Turmeric is a super herb has anti bacterial and anti viral properties
- Acts as Body detoxifier and Blood purifier
- Cleanses blood vessels and Kills cancer cells
- Flushes toxins out
- Acts as Anti ageing and improves skin tone.
- This drinks acts a immunity booster and you can drink if you are suffering from cold or cough.
Natural boosters
- Lemon honey water
- Coconut water
- Basil Seeds/ Chia seeds(Sabja)
- Sugarcane juice
- Green tea/Lemon tea
Health benefits:-
- These help to reduce the heat in the body and can be taken in any climatic conditions.
- Shrinks fat cells
- Helps digestion
- Detoxifies the body
- Strengthens the immune system
Along with these few things you need to follow to maintain healthy life style
1.Eat a proper diet:-
- Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and include lot of greens and nuts in your diet. Good nutrition helps to boost your immune system.
- Take a full balanced diet which includes proteins and vitamins like A, C, and E helps to boost the immune system.
- Eat vitamin C rich foods like amla, guava, orange, kiwi, lemon for boosting immunity. They are powerful antioxidants. Include less spicy foods and avoid fast foods. Garlic is great for boosting immunity.
2.Regular exercise:-
- Regular physical exercise improves the overall health .Exercise improves the cardiovascular system and protects the body from infections and viruses.
- Plan for at least 25 minutes of physical exercise for five day a week .This include yoga, walking, cycling etc.
- Follow best fitness YouTube channels and can do at your own time. Download the best Fitness apps to monitor the walking steps you had taken and you can set the goals and can compete with other people.
3.Healthy Sleep
- Improper sleep can lower the immune system making body more restless, weak and dizziness.
- Proper sleep boosts the immune system to detect the infections and viruses.
- It can help reduce stress, anxiety, under eye darkness and it gives body the physical rest it needs to stay healthy.
4.Drinking warm water
- Warm water helps to increase the metabolism. Adding of honey and lemon enhances the flavour and the benefits and gives instant energy. It will help you to remove the bad toxins from your body.
- For better results Drink this detox recipes in the early morning on empty stomach. Drink atleast 4 litres of water in a day.
- For every 20 kg of human body weight 1 litre of water is required. Always keep your body hydrated.
- In the Current Market various apps are available to monitor the water intake and we can set the remainders also. Download the apps and can monitor your health and fitness.
Conclusion:-
If someone is allergetic to any combination please replace it as per your choice.
In the market roohafza/rose syrup/strawberry syrup/Suganda are available so just mix with water and can enjoy it in the summers. These are very easy to prepare and takes max of 5 minutes for preparation.Just soak the chia seeds 1 hour before and add it these drinks so these helps for instant energy and can take as summer coolants.
Just follow the steps and Try it out in the current pandemic situation of Covid-19.
