Detox diets have become increasingly important lately, as the liver is finding it more and more difficult to cleanse the blood. The reason is that we eat food containing ever more toxic and indigestible substances, many of which accumulate in fat tissue, which causes additional problems. And it's not just issues with excess weight, but also problems with toxins that build up in the body and, over time, can turn into tumors, cysts, metastases...

That’s why regular, occasional detoxification is extremely important! This is especially true in the winter months, when we move and sweat less, and therefore expel fewer toxins from the body.

Currently very popular is the 21-day cleansing diet, which is based on the natural healing properties of milk thistle, artichokes, and algae.

You can read more about milk thistle HERE. Although it is known as a weed here, its healing properties have been valued by folk healers for over 2,000 years. The most important substance in milk thistle is silymarin, which is, however, poorly soluble in water.

There is also a version of milk thistle in the form of oil, which is enriched with vitamin E and unsaturated fats. Both additionally protect cells against oxidative stress and the unwanted effects of free radicals. It is recommended to take two teaspoons of the oil, which contains four times the recommended daily amount of vitamin E.

Artichokes have a positive effect on urine excretion, naturally support the function of bile and the liver. They are often prescribed for treating problems with the bladder and gall bladder, and for liver damage due to various toxins, alcohol, or jaundice. They also lower excessively high cholesterol levels in the blood and treat kidney diseases that result in protein appearing in the urine. Precisely because of their cleansing properties and the energy they provide, artichokes are very important during recovery.

Most people forget that we have to cure the illness first, and then ensure the body has enough time and energy to recover quickly. If we don’t do this, a chain of illnesses can occur. The most common are colds, runny nose, and persistent coughing, which shows that the body is running out of energy to fully recover.

The third component of the cleansing package is spirulina algae, which have a high protein content and are very important for supporting digestion. It is very important because the proteins from spirulina are among the essential amino acids, which the body cannot produce and must be consumed through food. An important element is also gamma-linolenic fatty acid, which is, among others, also found in breast milk.

A number of studies have confirmed that regular consumption of spirulina is very important for people with a fast-paced lifestyle, for those who don't have time for regular meals. Its detoxifying effects are very important, in addition spirulina strengthens the immune system and regulates digestion.

Since January traditionally counts among the cleansing months (the December holidays are always full of delicacies and forbidden drinks), consider how to naturally remove toxins from the body and at the same time take care of the immune system. It’s very important to do this in mid-winter, so you enter the spring healthy and full of energy.