Top Detox foods

Beetroot 
- for quick health-boosting shot of nutrients.
- packed with magnesium, iron, and vitamin C,
- is a superfood due to its many reported health benefits.
- not only is beetroot great for skin, hair and cholesterol levels, but it can also help support liver detoxification, making it an ultimate detox food.
- to enjoy its benefits, try adding raw beetroot to salads or sipping on some beetroot juice.

Lemon
- staple of many detox diets - packed with antioxidant vitamin C, which is great for the skin and for fighting disease-forming free-radicals.
- citrus fruit has an alkaline effect on the body, meaning that it can help restore the body's pH balance, benefitting the immune system.
- try starting your day with hot water and a slice of lemon to help flush out toxins and cleanse your system.

Ginger 
- not only great for reducing feelings of nausea, but it can help improve digestion, beat bloating and reduce gas.
- high in antioxidants and is good for boosting the immune system.
- for better digestion, try sipping on ginger tea or adding some freshly grated ginger to a fruit or vegetable juice.

Garlic
- known for its heart benefits and good at detoxifying the body.
- antiviral, antibacterial and antibiotic - contains a chemical called allicin which promotes the production of white blood cells and helps fight against toxins.
- best eaten raw, so add some crushed garlic to a salad dressing to boost its flavour and your health at the same time.

Green tea 
- fluids are essential for keeping our organs healthy and helping to flush toxins from the body, and drinking green tea is a great way of boosting your intake.
- is not only a good weight-loss drink, but it is extremely high in antioxidants.
- research has also suggested that drinking green tea can protect the liver from diseases including fatty liver disease.

Cabbage 
- is not only good for weight loss - it is also an excellent detoxifying food.
- like most cruciferous vegetables (including broccoli and sprouts), cabbage contains a chemical called sulforaphane, which helps the body fight against toxins.
- supplies the body with glutathione; an antioxidant that helps improve the detoxifying function of the liver.

Fresh fruits 
- are high in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibre, and are also low in calories, making them an important part of a detox diet.
- for brighter eyes and skin, shinier hair and improved digestion.
- is easy to add to your diet, so try starting your day with a fresh fruit salad or smoothie and snacking on pieces of fruit throughout the day.

Brown rice 
- help cleanse your system and boost your health, it is a good idea to cut down on processed foods.
- is healthier, rich in many key detoxifying nutrients including B vitamins, magnesium, manganese and phosphorous.
- is high in fibre, which is good for cleansing the colon, and rich in selenium, which can help to protect the liver as well as improving the complexion.

Watercress
- is an excellent health-booster and detox food.
- its leaves are packed with many vital detoxifying nutrients, including several B vitamins, zinc, potassium, vitamin E and vitamin C.
- has natural diuretic properties, which can help to flush toxins out the body. - to reap the benefits of this nutritious food, try adding a handful of watercress to salads, soups and sandwiches.