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March 11, 2014

9 Essentials of a Diet Detox

Set yourself up for detoxing success by keeping these key ingredients on hand  

Getting ready to clean up your diet with a detox or cleanse? Here are nine ingredients that should be part of your regimen, says Rebecca Katz, MS, the author of The Longevity Kitchen. 

Blueberries
These tiny berries pack a wallop of anthocyanins, potent antioxidants that help your body eliminate toxins. You get the benefits whether fresh or frozen,.

Ginger

This spice is right for you; ginger is a digestive tonic that aids circulation.

Lemon

Tart and smart, lemon offers up antioxidant compounds called limonoids that activate detoxifying enzymes.

Mango

Just one cup of sliced mango meets 3/4 of your daily vitamin C needs. The fruit also contains fiber, which aids your digestion. 
Orange
One orange packs more than 100% of the suggested intake of vitamin C. Like lemon, oranges contain limonoids that help activate the body's detox process.

Parsley

Add some parsley to your diet for a natural diuretic: The herb promotes the elimination of toxins in the urine. 
Peppermint
More than just a breath freshener, peppermint also works as a natural appetite suppressant and antimicrobial that eliminates germs in food and makes you feel fuller.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate juice contains punicalagin, an antioxidant that promotes detoxification and may inhibit colon cancer. 
Thyme
More than just a tasty herb, thyme helps neutralize bugs, including strains of E. coli and staph that can cause serious illness.

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