Tet is the time when people often consume foods containing a lot of fat, greasy foods or alcohol. Therefore, the body will easily fall into a state of overload and fatigue. Detoxifying and purifying the body after Tet is extremely important.
Nutritionist at ShardaCare - Health City Pooja Singh shared 10 familiar foods that can help restore health after Tet parties.
1. Green vegetables
Dark green vegetables such as spinach, kale... have high antioxidant content, along with abundant vitamins and minerals. These vegetables contain chlorophyll, which helps purify the blood and remove toxins from the body.
You can make them into salads for easy enjoyment.
2. Citrus fruits
Fruits such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits contain large amounts of vitamin C, an important nutrient that helps boost the immune system and effectively reduce inflammation.
Additionally, vitamin C supplementation also helps the body produce glutathione, a powerful antioxidant. It plays an important role in protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals and toxins.
3. Ginger
Ginger is a food that you can easily find in your home. It is a natural anti-inflammatory. Besides, this common food also helps improve blood circulation, remove toxins from the body. You can use it to make ginger tea or use it as a spice in everyday dishes.
4. Turmeric
Curcumin is found in turmeric, this is an active ingredient famous for its anti-inflammatory properties and against oxidative stress caused by toxins and pollutants. The body will be vulnerable if regularly exposed to polluted air or cigarette smoke during meetings. So this is an essential active ingredient to protect the body from harmful agents.
5. Apple
This fruit is rich in vitamin C and flavonoids. These are two essential substances for the body. In addition, adding apples to your menu also helps support digestion and weight control.
6. Garlic
Allicin is a compound found in garlic that acts as an antibiotic. In addition to boosting the immune system, garlic also has the ability to protect the body against harmful bacteria. You can use garlic as a spice in stir-fried and grilled dishes.
7. Nuts
Nuts such as walnuts, flax seeds... contain large amounts of omega 3 fatty acids. In addition to strong anti-inflammatory properties, they also have the ability to support cardiovascular, brain and lung health. In addition, nuts also provide users with many essential nutrients such as vitamins, fiber and protein.
8. Green tea
This food is rich in antioxidants, especially catechins, which help protect lung tissue and reduce inflammation. In addition, green tea has a mild detoxifying effect, enhancing liver and kidney function.
9. Cruciferous vegetables
Broccoli or cauliflower contains many antioxidants and sulfur compounds that help remove toxins from the body and improve the function of many other organs.
10. Water
Nutritionist Pooja Singh says that although water is not a food, it is a very important component of the body. Water helps thin mucus and supports the body's detoxification process. Experts recommend that you drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day. In addition, you can supplement foods with high water content such as cucumbers or watermelon.
