Our digestive system is made of small and large intestines. The large intestine is made from muscular tube called colon which absorbs water and salt from foods after it has passed through the small intestines.
Our colon has a very important role in our body. It plays a part in the digestion and absorption of food that enters our body. It massively contributes to the storage and evacuation of fecal matter. That’s why it really needs a well-deserved cleansing from time to time.
Continue reading this article to learn about the needed ingredients which you should add in your colon detox recipe.
Ginger Benefits
Our ancestors used ginger in treating different kinds of ailments – hypertension, migraine, nausea, arthritis, and colds. Aside from being vibrant and healthy, ginger is also delicious. Adding this in your detox drink will help in relieving constipation and flatulence as well as stimulating absorption and digestion. Moreover, it boosts our digestive tracts’ muscular activity.
Ginger is not only beneficial for our colon. Including this into your diet will give your body numerous health benefits.
Lemons
Citrus fruits are high in antioxidant content and are bursting with Vitamin C. They offer a multitude of benefits. One good example of a citrus fruit is the lemon.
Once combined with warm water, lemons are a good treatment for heartburn, acidity and bloating. It also regulates stomach acids.
An Apple a Day…
The abundant amount of soluble fiber present in apple is essential for one’s digestive health. It lowers one’s blood cholesterol as well as slows down the absorption of carbs from ingested foods. It aids in stabilizing blood sugar levels in the body.
According to a study, fiber can also affect the nutrient absorption and waste product movements through one’s colon.
So include some fresh and organic apple juice in your daily diet. It’s really good on the digestive system.
3-Ingredient Juice Recipe
Ingredients:
Half a cup of pure apple juice (organic)
1 tsp. of ginger juice (organic)
2 tbsp. of freshly squeezed lemon juice (organic)
1/2 a teaspoon of sea salt
1/2 a cup of filtered water (lukewarm)
*These ingredients make one serving.
Instructions:
- Combine all the ingredients in a jug. Stir it well. In the morning, drink one glass on an empty stomach; two or more glasses with and after your midday meal; and two glasses in the evening around 6-7 PM. Through the day, it’s best to drink 5 large glasses or 8 smaller ones of the mixture to be sure that its benefits will be apparent.
- This cleanse is only meant to last for one day, no more.
- And lastly, a word of caution: If you happen to be diabetic, pregnant, allergic or with any condition you are not sure about, always consult your doctor first before drinking any detox recipe.
Stay healthy!
