Best detox drinks to lose weight

Human body is constantly detoxing every day, but there are ways that we can help in the detoxification process through proper nutrition and self-care, rather than having expensive drinks that have no specific proof of effectiveness.

So here’s my question:

Would you rather spend money to ‘detox’ with the aid of a drink or supplement design for the sole purpose of generating income for the inventor, or would you rather invest your money and energy into seeking out the most nutritious, whole and natural foods, which have been specifically designed by nature to aid the human body in the natural physiological detoxification pathway?

I think we need to stop looking towards quick fixes and start to understand the true healthy Holistic Lifestyle, based on the foundation of mostly organic, natural, plant-based foods is what will help to optimize our health.

In this post, I will share some of my favorite drinks that will help to detoxify your body and help you lose weight.

So eat less and drink more!!

 

1. Coconut Water

Coconut water is considered a miracle drink. It is one of the best drinks in summer to beat the heat. And it is very powerful. It takes almost a year to fully mature. It contains 94% of water and a little fat. It shouldn’t be confused with coconut milk which has 50% water and the rest is high coconut fat made from coconut flesh.

In traditional Ayurveda, coconut water is used to help digestion, urination, and even semen production. It has also traditionally been used to treat dehydration.

Coconut water has less sugar and carbohydrates than most juices. It is low in calories with high concentrations of electrolytes like sodium, calcium, magnesium and potassium, vitamins, amino acids, and minerals

It contains antioxidants, helps lower blood sugar levels thus beneficial for diabetic people, prevents kidney stones, good for heart health, reduces blood pressure, great for weight loss, cures hangover, and constipation.

The best time to drink coconut water is early morning empty stomach, and pre or post-workout.

 

2. Green tea

Green tea is made with unoxidized tea leaves thus it is richer in antioxidants and beneficial polyphenols. It is less processed and more organic.

Green tea has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine to control bleeding and heal wounds, aid digestion, improve heart, and regulate body temperature.

The caffeine present in green tea acts as a stimulant that has been shown to aid fat burning and improve exercise performance in various studies. The massive range of antioxidants known as catechins helps burn fat and boost metabolism that is key to lose weight.

Green tea prevents cancer, high level of polyphenols in tea that helps kill cancerous cells and stop them from growing. It Prevents heart disease, stroke and lowers cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, liver disorders.

Check out the link to read more benefits of drinking green tea :

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-green-tea

 

3. Ginger lemon water

One of the most talked-about health benefit of drinking lemon water is that it paves the way for losing weight faster thus acting as a great weight loss remedy.

Ginger is known for its potential stomach calming and inflammation-reducing qualities, thus the quieting of the fluttery stomach and lemon is healthful for so many things, like helping achieve a pH balance, Vitamin C, and liver health. So this simple tea packs a wallop of goodness, along with no added preservatives or junk. It’s a win-win!

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Go ahead and stock up on more fresh ginger root and lemons. I think you’ll be making this again and again once you experience how easy and how satisfying it really is.

Stay hydrated and give your immune system a gentle boost with this naturally soothing, anti-inflammatory Ginger Lemon Warm Water that can help to aid in digestion, improve the appearance of your skin, and help you get back to feeling your best quickly.

To make the infusion, add slices of a 2 to 3 inch piece of ginger to 4 cups of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Add the juice of one large lemon and let steep for 20-30 minutes. Sweeten with a sweetener of your choice.

Check the link for the recipe :

https://www.aspicyperspective.com/lemon-ginger-detox-tea-recipe/

 

4. Basil seeds (Sabja seeds)

Sabja seeds can help us shed off excess body fat significantly if included in a weight loss diet. Basically, sabja seeds expand as much as 30 times their actual volume or size, when soaked in water. It makes the texture of the seeds gelatinous and turns the drink into a filling one (with least calorie consumption). In short, the high fiber content of these seeds can keep us full for a longer time and curb our appetite dramatically.

Sabja seeds host a high level of Omega-3 fatty acids which boosts the fat-burning metabolism in the body. Thus helps to curb the unwanted fats from the body.

They have a large range of health, skin and hair benefits to offer. Sabja seeds have a large amount of proteins and healthy fats, carbs and dietary fibres, minerals and vitamins, along with calories needed for our body. Hence it is a super good food.

Being one of the most beneficial herbs, sabja has long been used in both Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. The tear-shaped seeds have a rich concentration of powerful antioxidants and other active ingredients, which impact human health and beauty to a great extent.

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The soaked Sabja seeds when eaten helps to cleanse the inner stomach. It ensures easy bowel movement and helps to flush out toxin from the stomach.

Sabja seeds Aids in digestion, Treats colds, diabetes, constipation, Cures respiratory disorders, Stress reliever, and so forth. Consume sabja seed water at least half an hour prior to having your meal. This will help you enjoy the optimal benefits for health as well as weight loss.

Read more about sabja seeds:

https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/sabja-seeds-uses-benefits-for-health-weight-loss-skin-and-falooda-recipe

 

5. Mint ginger infused water

Mint has been one of the important ingredients in Ayurveda and we have been using it for its medicinal benefits for a long time. Mint could also play its own sweet role in weight loss, and the reason is tied with its much famed digestive properties. Mint stimulates digestive enzymes, which help facilitate better absorption of nutrients from food. When the body is able to assimilate and absorb nutrients properly, there is better metabolism. A faster metabolism aids weight loss. 

Ginger is reported to increase satiety and reduce the feelings of hunger, whereas Mint ginger tea has a high amount of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that improve your overall skin health. The powerful combination of ginger and mint is not only exceptionally effective in treating any health disorder, but it also works towards giving you beautiful and flawless skin.

The presence of ginger also imparts antibacterial properties to the infused water, which fights off skin infections, thus clearing up your skin.

High blood sugar levels can induce hunger and lead to overeating. Ginger mint water regulates the blood sugar levels and subsequently, controls the urge to eat. It improves the fat absorbing ability of the body which helps in weight loss. 

The tea will provide you with moisture the body needs so much. Besides that, the effect will become more and more significant and obvious with time. You will learn how to eat less and start to lose weight quickly and in a healthy way.

Check out the recipe:

https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/fresh-mint-and-ginger-lemonade-200546

 

6. Cinnamon honey drink

Cinnamon and honey, both of them have multiple proven health benefits. As per ancient Ayurvedic practice, the combination of the two is very beneficial. The mixture prevents fat accumulation in the body, even if you are on a high-calorie diet. Right from treating an upset stomach, cold, cough, improving the body’s immunity and treating bladder infections, the mixture of honey and cinnamon can treat almost any problem and has no side effect.

A number of medicinal properties are associated with cinnamon. Cinnamon has antimicrobial as well as antiparasitic effects. It also contains antioxidants , can aid wound healing, and may even lower blood pressure and cholesterol.

Mix honey and cinnamon powder in hot water and consume it 3 times for quick weight loss. Drink this 30 minutes before breakfast on empty stomach and at night before sleeping. This will help you lose those few extra pounds.

Check out the recipe :

https://www.ndtv.com/health/weight-loss-honey-and-cinnamon-water-to-lose-weight-1897099

 

7. Lime chia seeds

Chia seeds are filling and high in fiber, they keep you fuller longer. They may therefore help prevent overeating. Lemon is also a diuretic and hence lemon water can treat rheumatism and arthritis. It helps to flush out bacteria and toxins out of the body.

Lemons contain an important compound called flavonoids which contribute to the anti-cancer properties of this fruit. Flavonoids can function as direct antioxidants and free radical scavengers, meaning they help to destroy and remove harmful, potentially carcinogenic substances in the body.

Chia seeds can also help with weight loss. This will, of course, depend on your overall activity levels, diet, and physical makeup, but fiber itself has been linked to weight loss in many cases. The fiber absorbs water in your stomach, which helps curb your appetite. Chia seeds contain a good amount of protein as well (about 4g per ounce). This protein serves a similar function with weight loss and has been shown in many studies to help with weight loss more than almost any other nutrient.

Chia seeds have more protein than almost any other plant source, so if you are vegetarian or vegan, this is a perfect protein supplement to add to your diet. The protein helps curb your appetite, to help you feel fuller longer and keep you from snacking between meals. The healthy omega 3 fatty acids in these tiny seeds, helps raise the good cholesterol that protects against heart attacks and strokes.

To make chia water simply soak 1 tbsp of chia seeds in 2 cups of water for 10-20 minutes. The longer you leave it, the more water the chia seeds will absorb and the more gel-like they will become.

Here’s the recipe to make lemon chia infused water :

https://grandmasthing.com/lemon-and-chia-water-to-eliminate-the-accumulated-fat-cleanse-the-body-in-just-three-days-and-how-to-prepare-it/

 

8. Lemon Cucumber

Lemons contain significant amounts of soluble fibre, vitamin C, and many important nutrients and antioxidants that may aid weight loss, improve digestion and reduce the risk of diseases. It aids in fighting problems related to throat infections, sore throat and tonsillitis as it has an antibacterial property.

Similarly, cucumbers are packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins C and K, both of which play a vital role in losing weight. Also, cucumbers are very low in calories yet high in soluble fibre, making them an excellent food that promotes hydration and boosts weight loss.

Cucumber lemon detox water is a classic recipe that is very easy to prepare and has a delicious taste. This infused water has benefits of both cucumber and lemon, which are known for their weight loss properties. The combination of these are really effective and the results can be seen within a few days of regular intake.

This infused water is filled with the goodness of nutrients that boosts your metabolism and also keeps you satiated for a long time. As you don’t feel hungry, you don’t binge on junk snacks and eventually lose weight.

Cucumber lemon detox water aids in weight loss and proportionality manages your overall body mass. Apart from quenching your thirst during hot days, it also can be a perfect drink to satiate your mid-meal cravings.

Check out the link for the recipe:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323694#takeaway

So go on, start your day with a healthy natural drink of your choice!

But to sum up the post I would say there is not some miracle weight-loss concoction like it is being spruiked all over Pinterest.

Having a wee glass of any infused water in the morning is not going to give you a flat tummy with no further input from you.

Coupled with healthy eating and exercise, sure it might help you along. But, as is always the case, you have to do the work. So for that you don’t have to go anywhere as I already said I’m here to help you.

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