In normal times, our body tends to store toxins produced by living organisms like bacteria, etc. These toxins also have the capacity to cause more or less serious diseases.
There are two kinds of toxins: the exogenous toxins that enter our body through the breath, if the air is polluted, for example, through the skin and through the digestive tract. Endogenous toxins are produced by the body itself through bacteria, free radicals, parasites and even stress.
To stay healthy, it is necessary to eliminate these toxins. Of course, our body already takes care of it, but sometimes it does not remove enough toxins to have sufficient results. An excess of toxins can then give rise to significant fatigue, stress or allergies.
Fortunately, some plants participate in the toxin elimination process, we will show you some of them in this article.
Mistletoe:
Mistletoe is a depurative and diuretic plant, thereby eliminating toxins. Boil a liter of water and let infuse two leaves of dried mistletoe. Filter, and let stand. If you find the mixture too bitter you can always add a little honey to it.
Artichoke:
The artichoke promotes detoxification of the kidneys as well as the intestines. It is one of the most beneficial plants for the purification of the organism, it is for this reason that the artichoke is also recommended in cases of overweight.
The artichoke can also be recommended in cases of diabetes, because it contains insulin, which can help regulate blood sugar by reducing excess blood sugar.
To take advantage of its benefits, put 3 artichoke leaves in a container of water and boil for a few minutes. Then remove the leaves, strain and let cool before consuming this juice. Make this preparation every day so that your body can benefit from the properties of this plant.
Green tea:
Green tea contains a multitude of properties such as its diuretic action or its beneficial effects on the reduction of cholesterol. To take advantage of the properties of green tea, take 3 leaves which you place in a cup of boiling water. Let sit and drink.
Cranberry:
Although it is not a plant itself, a cranberry infusion (cranberry), due to its diuretic effects, is really effective in detoxing the body. Cranberry is recommended for people suffering from urinary tract infections such as cystitis.
Grapefruit:
Like cranberries, grapefruit is a fruit and not a plant, but drinking it as an infusion is ideal for facilitating digestion and reducing appetite, which is why this fruit is used as part of weight loss diets. . You can for example add a few grapefruit wedges in boiling water, let stand, remove the wedges and finally drink the infusion.
Thyme:
The thyme you want to cleanse your body and strengthen your digestive system. If you suffer from menstrual pain, thyme can also help you in this situation. Finally, it is also used to naturally fight against cellulite. To do this, put a spoon of dried thyme in boiling water, let it brew and then drink.
Fennel:
Fennel being a diuretic plant, it is particularly recommended for cleaning the reins. Boil the water and let infuse a few leaves and a few pieces of fennel. Filter and then drink the infusion.
Dandelion:
Dandelion helps purify the liver and facilitate the activities of the digestive system. Add a spoon of dandelion to a cup of boiling water, leave to infuse, strain and drink
Parsley:
Parsley is ideal for speeding up the elimination of fluids. In a liter of water, let infuse two spoons of parsley for five minutes in a cup of boiling water. Filter. You can drink this infusion regularly throughout the day.
Celery:
Thanks to its depurative properties, especially on the liver, celery is the ally of the detox and purification treatments of the organism. Likewise, it has weight loss benefits. You can make an infusion of celery by infusing a few sections in boiling water. Drink it regularly and throughout the day.
Remember …
The majority of these plants can be found in supermarkets. Likewise, most of these infusions can help you lose weight, but for this it is necessary to follow a balanced diet in addition. If you are pregnant do not take these infusions, just as you should not in any case abuse these infusions which can have a laxative effect.