Beets: This food is filled with tons of vitamins including vitamin B3, B6 and C. There is also Zinc, Iron and Calcium. Beets are also known for helping break down toxins in the liver and gall bladder. There are many healthy recipes for beets that make this food a great option if you are looking to cleanse your body. (thebestofrawfood.com)
Lemons: Lemons are great for putting your digestion into high gear because they are able to stimulate enzymes. There is also vitamin C inside that helps convert toxins in your body into water-soluble form and it makes it easier for your body to release them. (beliefnet.com)A way to put lemons into your daily routine is to warm up water over the stove, cut a lemon in half, and squeeze the contents of half of it into the water. This should be done before you eat or drink anything, even coffee. By doing this before eating and drinking, it jump starts your digestion for the day.
Apples: This fruit is great source of fiber and the nutrients within them help stimulate the liver. Apples are on the list of foods that are recommend to buy organic. Since we consume the outside layer of them and that is also where the pesticides would be placed, it is highly suggested to buy them organic. (whfood.com)
Artichokes: This food helps the liver and kidneys and help get ride of toxins that build up within the body. "Some studies have shown that artichokes may actually regenerate liver tissues (It is seriously all about the liver). They are also super duper high in fiber, which, as we know, helps us with elimination." (Mindbodygreen.com)
Balance:
Downward Facing Dog: This pose has come up before on my blog and it is one that is used a lot in yoga practice. To get the most cleansing benefit out of this pose, try really hard to extend not only with your legs, but also with your spine. Because your heart is actually above your head it helps with blood circulation. This pose also helps stimulate digestion which leads to a cleansing.
Shoulder Stand: To get into this pose, you must start by laying on your back. Then you will want to pull your legs into your chest and slowly begin to push you feet into the air. Make sure to use both of your hands on your lower back for support. Do as much as you feel comfortable doing. Bringing your legs down towards your head starts to bring you into plow pose, which is another great pose for cleansing. The reason they are both great is for the same reason downward facing dog is in the balance section of this post. Both of the poses have your heart higher than your head and it is great for getting the blood circulating and getting rid of toxins within the body.
Seated Half Twist: To get into this pose you will start by sitting on the floor with your legs out in front of you with a straight spine. Next, you will bend your left knee and leave your right leg straight out in front of you. Bring your left leg to the opposite side of your right leg. Then bring your right arm across your body twisting your spin. Take a few deep breathes in this position and hold for around 30 second. Once you are ready, you can come out of the post by bringing your arm back to the left side of the body and taking your bent left leg back to the left side and begin the straighten it slowly. Feel free to shake out anything on the left side that feels tight, and then move to the next side of the body and repeat all of the steps above.
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