5 cool-down, detox foods to eat regularly

Quang Minh (theo Healthline) |

Many natural foods have the ability to effectively support intestinal detoxification and cool down the body if supplemented regularly.

Cranberries

cruciferous vegetables contain glucosinolate, which is converted by the liver into sulforaphane, a compound that can activate phase II detoxification enzymes in the liver and intestines.

Sulforaphane helps reduce inflammation of the intestines, prevent colon cancer and improve gut tissue function.

In addition, broccoli is rich in insoluble fiber, which helps increase stool volume and effectively remove waste.

Flaxseeds

Flaxseeds contain high levels of soluble fiber and lignans, which are effective in nourishing probiotics and promoting the excretion of toxins through stool.

Supplementing 10-20g of flaxseed per day helps improve the frequency of bowel movements, reduce constipation and increase the activity of antioxidants in the colon.

Flaxseeds also support hormonal balance, a factor related to the accumulation of toxins in women.

naturally fermented yogurt

Yogurt is rich in beneficial bacteria such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, which help re-establish the gut microbiome, inhibit harmful bacteria and strengthen the lining to protect the intestines.

Consuming fermented yogurt daily helps improve digestion, reduce bloating, inflammation and increase the permeability of intestinal tissue.

In particular, probiotics also help reduce the absorption of toxins from processed foods or environmental pollution.

Cucumbers

Cucumbers are a food with a high water content (more than 95%), which helps cool the body and stimulate bowel movements. Cucumbers contain flavonoids, vitamin C and silica, compounds that help fight inflammation, soothe the lining of the intestines and promote excretion through urine and stool.

Supplementing foods with high water density helps improve digestive transportation speed and reduce the risk of prolonged constipation - a cause of toxin accumulation in the large intestine.

Fresh ginger

Ginger contains bioactive substances such as gingerol and shogaol, which have strong anti-inflammatory effects, increase digestive secretion and prevent intestinal cramps.

Ginger also helps increase natural bowel movements, thereby promoting the process of stool excretion and cleansing the large intestine.

Ginger also helps fight nausea, warms the digestive system, especially useful for people who often have digestive disorders in the summer.

Notes on use and processing

Prioritize simple processing: steaming, boiling or eating raw to retain enzymes and bioactive.

Maintain a sufficient amount of water intake of 1.5-2 liters/day to support the detoxification process through the intestines and kidneys.

Avoid combining detox foods with foods high in oil, refined sugar or preservatives.

Quang Minh (theo Healthline)
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