If you think body detox is a fancy word, then you are wrong. You should understand it in simple words so that you can know its importance. The way the dirt accumulates in the house can spoil the house and the things in the house and that is why we like to keep the house clean. In the same way, detoxing the body also means cleaning the dirt accumulated in the body.

Yes, for the body to function properly, it is very important to get rid of the toxins accumulated in the body. The process of removing these toxins from the body is called body detox. Many food items can help you with this. You should choose these things keeping in mind the weather, body type and many other things. Here we are telling you about one such drink which detoxifies the body in winter. Dietitian Manpreet is giving information about this. Manpreet has done a Masters in Nutrition from Delhi University. She is a hormone and gut health coach.

Smoothie for body detox in winter

  • This detox drink helps in detoxifying your body as well as keeping the body hydrated in winter and improving metabolism.
  • Basil leaves boost immunity. These prevent seasonal diseases and also remove the toxins present in the body.
  • Turmeric contains curcumin, which reduces oxidative stress and inflammation and eases the process of detoxification.
  • Ginger helps in sweating, due to which the toxins accumulated in the body are easily released.
  • Chia seeds contain soluble fibre, which improves digestion and bowel movements.
  • This drink helps in keeping the gut healthy and also protects from many infections.
  • You have to keep drinking it slowly throughout the day.

How to make a detox drink?

Ingredients required

  • Water- 1 liter
  • Fresh turmeric – half inch
  • Fresh ginger – half inch
  • Chia seeds- 1 tsp (soaked)
  • Basil leaves- 3-4

Method

  • Add lukewarm water to everything and leave for 30 minutes.
  • After this drink it slowly.

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