Detoxing is a popular trend followed by people to lose pounds quickly. It is nothing but complete rejuvenation or cleansing of your body through the consumption of fruit and vegetables concoctions and herbal teas, followed by short term fasting. It claims to remove toxins from your body to aid weight loss, but its long term effects are not scientifically proven.
You can try out these easy homemade detox drinks to boost metabolism and kick start your weight loss journey.
Detox water benefit us in other ways too. Like
- Weight Loss
- Improving Complexion
- Improving Digestive Health
- Boosting Immune Function
- Remove Toxins from Body
- Balancing body pH level
Let us discuss weight loss first. Here are 9 effective DIY Detox drinks for weight loss.
Table of Contents
Green Tea And Lemon
For This You Need
- Water
- 1 green tea bag
- 1/4 lemon
Benefits
Green tea is good source of catechins. A study was done on mice demonstrated that the lemon poly phenols from a lemon peel extract significantly reduced weight gain. The antioxidants in green tea also benefit us against free radicals in the body, it helps to prevent fine lines and wrinkles.
As well as Lemon is filled with Vitamin C and other nutrients which is good for weight loss. It also helps to reduce risk of stroke, asthma and cancer.
Honey, Lemon And Ginger
For This You Need
- 1/2 lemon
- One tablespoon Honey
- 1/2 inch ginger root
- 1 glass warm water
Benefits
A study conducted by the San Diego state university on rats has suggested that honey may reduce weight gain and obesity. This drink is good as it boost our immune as it contains vitamin C. Also it contain antioxidants and helps us to stay healthy during cold and flu season.
Lemon And Cucumber Detox Water
For This You Need
- 1 lemon
- 1 cucumber
- Mint leaves
- A pinch of salt
- Water
Benefits
Cucumber is a low calorie food with high water content. Studies have found that die low in energy density is an effective measure to improve weight loss And managing body weight. It is one of the most common DIY cleansing drinks to boost energy and metabolism.
Pine Apple Lemonade
For This You Need
- 1 cup chopped pineapple
- Juice of one lemon
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- A pinch of salt
Benefits
A study done on rats on a high fat diet revealed that pineapple juice induces the upregulation of fatty acid oxidation by molecular gene regulation. Thus it has the potential to reduce weight gain and obesity.
Orange And Carrot Juice
For This You Need
- 1 orange
- One carrot
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- Coriander leaves
- Water
- Ice
Benefits
Carrots are rich In beta carotene and loaded with fiber. Foods high in fiber increase satiety And decrease subsequent hunger. This can help reduce food intake, thereby leading to weight loss.
Oranges are replete with vitamin c. Vitamin C is inversely associated with body mass. Adequate intake of this vitamin can help oxidize as much as 30% more fat when combined with moderate exercise. Thus it may help you lose weight.
Beetroot And Mint Juice
For This You Need
- Beetroot
- A handful of mint leaves
- A pinch of leaves
Benefits
Beets are low in calories and high in fiber. Adding fiber to your diet helps control appetite and reduce weight. It Is s great cleanser for your liver. Make sure to drink the unstrained juice if you intend to lose weight.
Strawberry And Cinnamon Detox Water
For This You Need
- 7-8 strawberries
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 litre water.
Benefits
Strawberries contain ellagic acid May help Manage obesity and related complications. However more human clinical studies need to be conducted to prove this effect.
Fruits And Carrot Juice
For This You Need
- 1 carrot
- Choice of fruits ( blue berries, prunes, apple pears, strawberries, grapes)
- Black pepper
- A pinch of salt
Benefits
Fruits and vegetables like carrots, blue berries, prunes, apples/ pears, strawberries, raisins/grapes and grape fruit are good source of vitamin, Minerals and fiber. These fruits and vegetables aid weight management and prevent weight gain with their high fiber content.( both soluble and insoluble, low glycemic load, biologically active polyphenols, and natural sugar..
Note: Do not strain the juice as it lose its fiber content. If you are uncomfortable drinking unstrained juice initially. Moreover it is always better to eat fruits And vegetables whole to eat better utilize all their nutrients.
Butter Milk Detox Drink
For This You Need
- Butter milk/plain curd
- Mint leaves
- Coriander leaves
- 1/2 carrot
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed powder ( roasted)
- A pinch of salt
Benefits
Curds or yoghurt is a natural source of probiotics that strengthen the digestive system. Its nutritional composition and lactic acid bacteria may improve health, help manage appetite and aid weight loss. However the role of yoghurt in weight loss remains controversial.
Tomato, Leek And Cucumber Juice
For This You Need
- 1 tomato
- One stick of leek
- 1 cucumber
- Mint leaves
Benefits
Tomato is a good source of lycopene, which has the potential to aid weight loss. A study conducted by the China medical university found that tomato juice effectively reduced waist circumference and BMI of 30 young females.
Do Detox Drinks Really Work?
Certain detox diets- like the lemon detox diet – have shown positive results in aiding weight loss and improving insulin resistance in pilot groups. However these results cannot be generalized to the general population.
Restricting calories and macros and including more water based concoctions in your diet is an effective approach for quick weight loss. However this is a temporary water weight loss from the carbs In your body, not fat loss. Each gram of glycogen in the huna muscle is stored with at least 3 g of water. Drinking more water than macros breaks the glycogen stored in your muscles for energy.
