Foods That Help You Detox

Apples: The pectin found in apples reduces the risk of colon cancer and will help you maintain a healthy digestive tract. Apples also are also packed with antioxidants that are protective against cancer development.

Cherries: Known to have among the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants, cherries also contain key nutrients such as beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron and fiber.

Grapefruit: Grapefruit is great for weight loss; it is low in sodium and high in fat burning enzymes. Low sodium intake will help you flush out excess water that is caused by high sodium food. Grapefruit is also famous for its ability to help your body properly digest food.

Cranberries: Cranberries are loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin D. They also contain plenty of fiber, manganese and potassium and they also provide a good source of antioxidants. Cranberries are one of the most useful fruits while on a colon cleansing program due to their numerous detox qualities.

Garlic: With tons of cardio benefits, it also activates liver enzymes that help filter out junk. Add garlic to as many meals as possible.

Onions: Onions are capable of suppressing the growth of potentially harmful bacteria within your body. Onions can also reduce the risk of tumors developing in the colon.

Lemons: Packed with tons of vitamin C, considered the detox vitamin, lemons help convert toxins into a water-soluble form thats easily flushed away.

Cucumber: Cucumbers are very high in water and very low in calories. They are also a great source of potassium, vitamin C and folic acid. Due to their high water content, cucumbers are a diuretic and provide a cleansing action within the body allowing the removal of accumulated toxins.

Celery: Celery help aid digestion, regulate body fluid by acting as a diuretic and curbing cravings.

Broccoli: Broccoli is high in vitamins C, K, and A, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties.

Parsley: Parsley will help settle the stomach. The high content of vitamin C is not only useful in its own right, but also assists the absorption of iron.

Cilantro: Cilantro lowers blood sugar, aids in digestion and lowers bad cholesterol. It is an anti-inflammatory, and is a good source of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phytonutrients and flavonoids.

Spinach: Spinach and other dark leafy greens like kale, collards, Swiss chard, turnip greens and bok choy are loaded with calcium, folic acid, vitamin K and iron. Spinach is also rich in vitamin C and fiber which will aid in the colon cleansing process.

Cabbage: Cabbage boosts the immune systems ability to produce more antibodies. Cabbage also provides high levels of iron and sulphur, minerals that work in part as cleansing agents for the digestive system.