After a hard day’s work, it isn’t strange or out of the ordinary to want to lie down and sleep for a very long time. Our bodies definitely need to re-energize if we want to function well again the next day. However, there are days when we just don’t seem to have enough energy to carry on with our daily tasks the way we normally do. On days like these, it is important to recognize the fact that our body is telling us something. Despite all our efforts in keeping our bodies healthy, our bodies will inevitably get worn down. Every now and then, our body needs to be refreshed and cleansed of all the negative things from the food we eat and the environment we live in. There are many ways to cleanse your body. Read on for some ways on how to cleanse your body.
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What is cleansing?
Another way of saying that you are cleansing your body is that you are detoxifying your body. This is the process of renewing and re-energizing the body through a particular diet in order to push or neutralize toxins and other negative substances out. A body naturally cleanses itself through the liver and colon, but it can be helped along through a cleanse or detox diet.
Why should I cleanse?
It is true that the body is capable of cleansing itself, but a cleanse or detox is a way of assisting the body’s cleanup efforts. Despite the very best of efforts, the body can still end up gathering all sorts of toxins that it might have trouble flushing out. A cleanse is meant to target those toxins which the body has difficulty with. That being said, a cleanse is not meant to last forever. It is merely a way of resetting the body, and once that has been done, the cleanse can serve as a kick off point for a healthier diet. A cleanse should only be done when needed, as it can have negative effects on the body if it is overdone. It is suggested that cleanses be done once a year.
How do I cleanse my body?
It really depends on your lifestyle and current diet. If you feel particularly sluggish, perhaps a more intense cleanse is needed. If you feel that you just need a little boost, a minor cleanse may be enough. Those who suffer from the following are recommended to undergo a cleanse:
- irritated skin
- allergies
- menstrual pain
- inexplicable tiredness or fatigue
- sluggish bowel movements
- recurring minor infections
Note that doing a cleanse is quite draining at first. When you schedule a cleanse, make sure that you don’t have any activities that require a lot of energy lined up, such as marathons. The energizing effects of a cleanse come after it is done, so a lot of rest is needed during the cleanse proper. The following are a few options that you can choose from in order to start your cleanse.
Water fast
The water cleanse is the most extreme of cleanses; this should be done sparingly or not at all. Consul first with your doctor if your body is actually able to take this particular cleanse. This is not recommended as a first cleanse, as it may shock the body too much. That being said, if you qualify for a water fast, try it out for a very short while first: two days.
Juice cleanse
This may seem similar to the water fast, but it is much less draining. The trick to this cleanse is selecting the correct juices that are high in nutritional content, thus providing you with the energy to last the day. Some fruits and even some vegetables may be so full of sugar that when they are juiced, they are almost equal to merely mixing water with sugar. There are many kinds of juice cleanses that one can try, many of which have been popularized by celebrities. A few of the more popular juice cleanses are the following:
Lemonade cleanse -The lemonade cleanse involves a modified lemonade concoction. In addition to water and fresh lemon juice, maple syrup and cayenne pepper is mixed in to create a lemonade that is ready to flush out toxins.
Apple and ginger cleanse – This is a lighter version of the lemonade cleanse, as this one allows for the consumption of a few very light snacks. As its name implies, this involves apple juice and ginger powder but it also has ground psyllium husk, a kind of dietary fiber that helps in flushing out waste from the body.
Green juice cleanse – It may never have crossed some people’s minds to try juicing vegetables, but this is precisely what the green juice cleanse calls for. There are many variations to this cleanse, and some choose to add some fruits to counteract the bitterness that some vegetable juices have. A beginner green juice recipe involves mixing apples with celery and bok choy for a lovely green juice.
Smoothie cleanse – A smoothie is technically not a juice, but it can make use of the same ingredients in juice cleanses. Instead of juicing fruits and vegetables, simply blend them together. This option will allow you to retain a lot of the fiber that is usually lost in juicing. If you need a lot of fiber in your system, then perhaps this is the way to go for you.
Natural Cleanse
A natural cleanse is simply relying on your body to do most of the work without resorting to extreme measures. Instead of limiting yourself to just liquids, this cleanse selects the foods that naturally detoxify, which surprisingly isn’t limiting. The basics of this cleanse is a lot of water, increased fiber intake (through oatmeal and the like), avoiding caffeine and alcohol, limiting simple carbohydrates, and taking in more superfoods. Some superfoods that are helpful in cleansing the body are the following:
- cucumber
- broccoli
- garlic
- turmeric
- kale
- lemon
If you still want to try a juice cleanse but you aren’t sure if you can commit to it, you can simply try replacing one meal a day at first with a juice option. For example, instead of eating a hearty dinner, have a green smoothie.
If you’re looking for a natural way to cleanse your body, without giving up solid foods for an extreme juice cleanse, look no further! Here is a list of some amazing whole foods known for their cleansing and detoxifying properties. Add a few to your next Blast!
https://www.nutriliving.com/infographics/15-foods-naturally-cleanse-and-detox-body
Conclusion
There are many opinions out there on how to cleanse your body. Our bodies are all different, so different cleanses may have different effects on each of us. If one doesn’t seem to be working for you, perhaps another one may be the perfect option. Remember that our bodies will always, at some point, need the extra boost in order to remain in tiptop shape.
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