In order to detox your body, you need to focus on detoxing your kidneys.
Your kidneys need to be healthy and working to maximum efficiency to detox your body of any harmful toxins ingested in food or from chemicals in the environment.So how can you take care of your kidneys?
1. Head for the fruit aisle.
Eat natural, organic, healthy fruit and veg. Fresh fruits and vegetables are key, in addition to low-sodium foods. Try a healthy papaya and melon smoothie with a great big chunk of ginger. Or start your day with a hot water and lemon detox drink. This will kick start your metabolism and get the kidneys working early on in the day.
2. Make it fresh - kick the salt.
Avoid deli meats and store bought soups, which are laden with salt. Salt will dehydrate the cells of the body and cause the kidneys to have to work harder to eliminate toxins.
3. Drink enough water.
This clears the mind, refreshes the body and helps flush any toxins out of the body.
It's key to drink fresh filtered water slowly throughout the day, try to aim for at least 6-8 glasses daily.
4. Avoid high phosphorus foods.
Weakened kidneys may struggle to remove phosphorus from the blood. High blood phosphorus levels in turn can lead to calcium loss. Eating fewer phosphorous-high foods, such as the following, may be helpful:- Dairy products such as cheese, milk, puddings, and yogurt
- Legumes such as kidney beans, lentils, and split peas
- Nuts and peanut butter
- Beer, cocoa, and cola soft drinks
5. Give your body some help - add a supplement.
Most often, B complex and vitamin C are recommended, along with calcium and vitamin D3. Iron tablets are sometimes desirable, but only if your health care provider has suggested it.
