7 Natural Detox Recipes

A detox, in theory, helps your body eliminate some of these toxins and can aid in weight loss.

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Eating unhealthy food, dealing with stress and smoking can build up toxins in your body.

If you are considering a detox, check out these recipes.

1. Cucumber lemon detox water

The antiseptic properties in the lemon combined with anti-inflammatory properties in the cucumber may help your body get rid of toxins.

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Simply add sliced cucumber, a sliced lemon and mint leaves to a pitcher of water. Allow it to sit overnight and drink.

2.  Detox water with apple and cinnamon 

This simple recipe will help to increase your energy and slim down the waist.

Simply add a large, thinly sliced apple and a stick of cinnamon to a pitcher of water, let it set for a few hours and enjoy.

3.  Fat flush drink

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This drink is touted to help your body ditch extra toxins, increase energy, provide hydration and help you lose weight.

In a large pitcher of water, slice up one grapefruit, one tangerine, one cucumber and 20 peppermint leaves. Let this mixture sit overnight. Drink one glass before each meal.

4. Green tea detox

Many health experts have touted the health benefits of green tea, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

This recipe combines green tea, lemon, honey, strawberries and cucumbers for a flavorful detox.

Toss in one green tea bag in a hot cup of water, then chill for about five minutes, add cucumber and honey.

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5. Stress-relieving detox drink 

Want to take away a little stress while you hydrate and detox? This recipe is for you.

This recipe is purported to reduce the risk of diabetes, aid in weight loss, soothe tummy troubles and aid in digestion.

You’ll need 1 cup of water, I tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and any fruit of your choice.

The fruit offers health benefits and helps disguise the vinegar’s strong flavor.

6. Raspberry lime smoothie 

This smoothie has a lot of fiber and is a great option for breakfast.

You’ll need 1 cup of water, 1 cup raspberries, 1/4 cup spinach, 1 banana, 1 tablespoon of almond butter, 1 tablespoon of flax seeds, 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and ice. Combine all of your ingredients in a blender.

7.  Detox tea 

Green tea contains antioxidants, more so than any other tea. Using green tea as the base for your detox recipes can aid in the cleansing process and provide fat-burning properties as well.

Try one of the above recipes

1 green tea

1 Cinnamon stick

Raw honey

Lemon juice

Cayenne

Or

1 green tea

Lemon juice

Ginger

lemon

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