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Doing a detox plan once or twice a year is essential to feel good inside and out." This is stated by an expert on the subject,
Marina López,
the woman who runs one of the leading wellness destinations in our country, the Asturian spa, Las Caldas Villa Termal by Blau Hotels. In his opinion, there is no need to doubt the benefits of detox, no matter how much some dieticians doubt it. Among others,
Terica Uriol,
the fashionable nutritionist in our country and the creator of the popular 'Sandwich Diet', with which you can lose weight without giving up a sandwich. "They are useless, the only useful thing when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight or losing a few kilos is to avoid
fats
and increase the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes," he insists from his office in Madrid.
On the other hand, Marina López affirms that a good
detox program
, focused on improving both physical and mental well-being, is a gift and manages to eliminate
toxins
from the body and promote
health
in general. You don't have to decide whether to do it or not, just when the most appropriate time comes to get to work, "the one where there is nothing that can interrupt our
routine
of good habits."
That's what it's all about, explains López, about
routine
and learning, better with personalized advice, the keys to eating well, "from how to select the healthiest dishes
when
you go out to eat at a restaurant to the way to shop in the supermarket". They are, she says, what really allow us to change our lifestyle. And this involves banishing unhealthy habits from our daily lives that, among other problems, can cause
inflammation
, alter the
intestinal
microbiota and cause
abdominal
bloating , one of the most common symptoms that our body needs to 'reset'.
"We must learn to identify the moments when the body needs a
break
," says
Rocío Périz Faus,
nutritionist, expert in hormonal and digestive health, personal trainer and co-founder of Be Levels. Bloating , she explains, is "a very common symptom, but it should not be considered normal and
is
accentuated after a period of excess due to the constant consumption of processed foods rich in unhealthy fats and sugars, alcohol and low-quality oils." . That pause is a detox plan, which Marina López recommends at least once a year.
Detox plan at home
A good detox plan will not only help avoid fluid retention, it will also give us energy and even improve the appearance of our skin, says the wellness director of Las Caldas. These are the guidelines it provides to carry it out easily.
The more water, the better.
Water is essential to help eliminate toxins from the body. Add lemon or cucumber for flavor and additional benefits."
Goodbye to coffee and alcohol.
No matter how addicted you are, it is essential to limit caffeine consumption during the detox plan. Of course, alcohol and tobacco must also be avoided. All three can burden the liver and affect detoxification.
Yes to antioxidant and detoxifying foods in your diet.
Eat foods rich in antioxidants, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, berries, spinach, broccoli, and green tea; They help fight free radicals and promote cellular health. On the other hand, "it incorporates detoxifying foods, such as ginger, garlic, coriander and turmeric.
No sugar or processed foods.
Reduce or eliminate refined sugar, processed foods and foods with artificial ingredients. Opt for fresh and natural products.
Infusions and detox teas.
Those that contain herbs such as dandelion, burdock root tea or mint tea are highly recommended, because they have detoxifying properties and help with digestion.
Exercise regularly.
Physical activity stimulates blood circulation and the lymphatic system, which helps in the elimination of toxins. Walking, running, swimming or practicing yoga are good options, since disciplines that work on breathing help reduce stress and this negatively affects the body's ability to detoxify.
Detox baths.
Hot springs have therapeutic functions. Hydrofangos and baths that combine the application of mud or clay on the body help eliminate impurities through the skin, stimulate blood circulation and promote the transport of nutrients and the elimination of metabolic waste, in addition to reducing stress. At home, Epsom salts, baking soda or bentonite clay can be added to the bath water, which in addition to eliminating toxins through the skin and promoting relaxation.
Rest and sleep.
Adequate rest is crucial to the detoxification process. You must sleep a minimum of eight hours a day to allow the body to repair and regenerate.
Ginger and cleansing teas
There is no detox plan that does not include cleansing infusions and teas. "The best for their anti-inflammatory properties are those that include
ginger
and
lemon , although those with
licorice
and
milk thistle
also work very well
," says Rocío Périz Faus. She regularly recommends two in her consultation, "very rich and effective." Here, the recipes:
Mint, licorice and ginger.
5 leaves of mint, a tablespoon of natural mint, one of ginger or root, a tablespoon of natural licorice and a liter of water. Boil for five minutes, let cool and serve.
Ginger and turmeric.
A slice of fresh ginger, a teaspoon of turmeric, 1/4 black pepper, a piece of tangerine peel and a liter of water. Boil for 5 minutes and let cool. Drink cold with a little ice.
In any case, the most effective teas are those that mix ingredients with
antioxidant, purifying and fat burning
effects , among others those that include
white and green tea leaves, horsetail, elderberry, fennel, lemon, mint, ginger, turmeric and licorice.
.
Green tea is highly indicated because it stimulates the breakdown of fats, especially when combined with other medicinal herbs that improve digestion:
mint
, which prevents gas;
fennel
, a good diuretic;
licorice
, with a slight laxative effect and that prevents stomach heaviness;
mallow
, diuretic and against constipation, and
chamomile
, which relieves heaviness after eating. All of them are in a 'Flat Belly Tea', sold in LPG centers, which helps reduce abdominal volume.
Turmeric and other spices
Among the spices with the most anti-inflammatory properties is
turmeric,
a powerful antioxidant due to its
curcumin content,
"which contains polyphenols, molecules that act on a cellular level in inflammation and
oxidation,"
they explain from the Clinic hospital
in Barcelona.
However, "curcumin itself is poorly absorbed during digestion," they add. Therefore, it is better to take it "mixed with olive oil, avocado and pepper to promote its absorption," says Dr.
María José Martínez Obiols,
a nutritionist specialized in the treatment of obesity and overweight.
We can also take advantage of its benefits by adding it to "salads, juices, soups or infusions, or consuming it in liposomal curcumin capsules," the Clinic points out. Or, as the doctor,
Martínez Obiols, recommends,
in the form of
a drink
, mixed with coconut or almond milk. "Taking a teaspoon of coffee (5 grams) a day is enough," she concludes.
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