Leafy Greens
It makes sense that leafy greens—including baby spinach, kale, arugula, dandelion greens, mustard greens, and lettuces diet would contribute to body detox as they have the ability to filter and control the flow of bile, the actual filtering substance, inside our bodies. However, leafy greens are also rich in plant chlorophylls, which neutralize heavy metals and banish environmental toxins, chemicals, and pesticides.
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Lemons and Limes
You probably put lemon in your tea for the extra vitamin C, but did you know that citrus fruits, like lemons and limes, are also able to flush toxic materials out of the body as well? Try adding fresh squeezed lemon to water or tea to kick start healthy liver function each morning.
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Avocados
Avocados are a great source of heart-healthy fats, but they also have the ability to deliver a good dose of glutathione, a nutrient compound needed for liver detoxification. So eating avocados (in moderation) will actually contribute to the elimination of harmful toxins.
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Walnuts
Among all healthy nuts, the walnut gets the most credit for liver support. This detoxifying MVP is loaded with an amino acid called arginine, as well as glutathione and omega-3 fatty acids, which make normal liver cleansing behavior more efficient and less taxing on the body overall.
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Emily Lockhart
Emily Lockhart is a certified yoga instructor and personal trainer. She believes that being healthy is a lifestyle choice, not a punishment or temporary fix to attain a desired fitness or body image goal. Anna helps her clients take responsibility for their own health and wellness through her classes and articles on ActiveBeat.