Weekend Detox Tips: If you feel heaviness, bloating or fatigue in the body after the weekend, then it is a sign that your body needs a light, clean and detoxifying diet. Overeating, processed food, sugary drinks and lack of sleep have a direct impact on our digestion and liver. The good thing is that with some easy steps you can recover your body quickly. Here are some effective detox tips.
Start your morning with a detox drink: Lukewarm lemon water and honey activates the liver and increases metabolism. Aloe vera juice or fenugreek seed water reduces bloating and supports digestion.
Eat light and fiber-rich foods: Have oats, poha or vegetable upma for breakfast. Eat moong dal, brown rice or khichdi in the afternoon. Soup or salad and light vegetables are best at night.
drink plenty of water and herbal tea: Drink 8-10 glasses of water throughout the day. Green tea, cinnamon or ginger tea helps in removing toxins from the body.
do light exercise or walk: Walking for 15-20 minutes after eating helps in digestion. Yoga asanas like Pawanmuktasana, Bhujangasana and Kapalbhati are effective in reducing gas and bloating.
get enough sleep: It is important to get complete sleep during detox so that the body can repair and reset.
Stay away from junk food, caffeine, cold drinks and sugar for the next few days. Detox does not mean ‘starving’, but giving a balanced and light diet to the body.