5 Powerful Foods For Detox and Weight Loss

So you want to start your weight loss detox program and don't know where to begin. First of all you need to change your diet. There are some foods that must be in your diet if you want to detoxify your body and lose weight.

Here are the 5 powerful foods for detox and weight loss:

1. Lemon. It helps cleanse the lymphatic system.Among other important phytonutrients it contains phosphorous that ensures the proper functioning of the nervous system and sodium that helps the toxins elimination process and supports liver and gallbladder. Liver plays an important role in the fat metabolism. Keeping liver healthy will help you maintain your ideal weight. Drink 1 glass of hot water with a thin slice of organic lemon first thing in the morning to stimulate the liver.

2. Avocado. It is an important source of glutathione, an anti-oxidant that protects liver. It binds with fat soluble toxins and makes them water-soluble so they easily excreted from the body. For example, it binds with alcohol and helps liver to easily excrete it from the body thus protecting liver from damage.

3. Ginger. It has an ability to stimulate the digestive system.

4. Apple. It is a source of vitamin C and quercetin that help lower the fat level in the body. It is also a source of vitamin E, biotin, folic acid and other important phytonutrients and promotes healthy muscles, nerves and respiratory system.

Pectin is a fiber found in apples as well as beets and citrus fruits. It binds to toxic heavy metals, preservatives and additives and helps their excretion. All these substances are a big burden for digestive system and promote weight gain.

5. Beetroot. This is a widely used detoxification aid. It contains magnesium, manganese and folate. Beetroot is among the best vegetable liver-cleansers. It also contains methionine that helps reduce cholesterol level