Detox/detox tea? How to use and what to avoid - with recipes!

Detox/detox tea? How to use and what to avoid - with recipes!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It's no secret that black and herbal teas offer many health benefits. Some people consume tea to detoxify the body. However, many of these so-called detox teas, especially those containing senna or cascara, contain ingredients that act as harsh laxatives and cause more harm than good. On the other hand, certain herbal detox teas contain helpful, body-detoxifying ingredients. How do you know the difference? And what does detox tea do?

Why do people drink detox tea?

When overindulgence makes you feel sluggish, it's tempting to look for a solution in something simple like a cup of tea. You can seek out a detox tea after overindulging or if you want to cleanse your body of toxins and impurities.

Some detox tea products offer impressive benefits such as quickly and easily losing weight or reducing belly fat. You may have seen high-profile celebrities enthusiastically endorsing certain detox teas or supplements. Be wise. Laxative detox teas cannot immediately melt away the previous night's excesses. Many of these products should be handled with caution.

On the other hand, drinking green tea or other natural organic teas with detoxifying and healing herbs can be a great habit. People often adopt a tea ritual first thing in the morning, after eating, or just before bed. Be careful about which herbs you consume in your tea. Healthy teas should become a normal lifestyle habit rather than a quick laxative solution.

What types of detox tea are there?

Detox teas come in two main types: laxative detox teas and herbal detox teas. Know the difference.

Laxative detox teas

Detox teas, the Senna or Cascara sagrada included, are stimulant laxatives. They affect the intestines by causing contractions in the intestines. This can cause pain and discomfort, cramps and, as they can reduce water weight, lead to dehydration.

If you consume too much of these herbal products, they can be harmful to your stomach and intestines. They also do not lead to permanent weight control and have a minimal impact on calorie intake.

Senna and cascara can disrupt the delicate balance between flora and fauna in the gut (your gut microbiome) and even impair liver function.

Herbal detox teas

On the other hand, herbal teas made with specific herbal ingredients can help you detoxify your body as well as reset and rejuvenate your system. These herbal or spiced teas are an effective and delicious digestive aid and are significantly gentle on your system. Some of the best include licorice, lemongrass, ginger, dandelion root, and milk thistle.

In Chinese cultures, licorice is used as a medicinal herb to deter harmful organisms in the body. It contains nearly 300 health-promoting flavonoids, terpenoids and more that help develop a robust and resilient immune system.

The milk thistle plant, named for a milky substance in the leaves, is a great natural ingredient for herbal detox tea. Milk thistle supports liver health and detoxification.

Dandelion tea is a great digestive aid after eating. You can use the roots or the leaves of the plant. Dandelion is a nutrient-rich herb that promotes the proper functioning of a healthy liver.

Many other herbs help with detoxification, but these are just a few of the most effective. You can also try other detox drinks such as: B. purified water with apple cider vinegar, green juice or aloe vera juice.

Are all detox teas bad for you?

Some detox teas – not intended as laxatives – can rid the body of toxins, introduce antioxidants to your body and improve health. Some of the best herbal detox remedies can be found in tea form. As already mentioned, these include detox teas with licorice, milk thistle, lemongrass and dandelion leaf. Buy detox teas with these herbs or make your own.

Be aware that commercially available senna or cascara detox teas put too much strain on your colon and digestive system. They cause short-term problems such as cramps and pain, as well as long-term effects such as intestinal discolouration (melanosis), cell death and addiction to laxatives to induce a bowel movement. Avoid these products as they do not rid the body of toxins or promote safe weight loss.

Healthy detox tea recipes

You can easily make your own detoxifying tea with these natural ingredients that help promote health. Bonus? You won't get any of the unwanted side effects associated with boxed detox teas.

Lemon ginger tea

Lemon and ginger work together as an excellent digestive aid after a meal. You can start your day the right way. Ginger supports your gastrointestinal health and has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body.

Lemon has a pleasant palate cleanser after a meal and has a positive effect on your gut microbiome. Together they help cleanse your body naturally.

Equipment:

• Teekessel oder Topf
• Teetasse

Ingredients:

• 1 Teelöffel frisch geriebene Ingwerwurzel
• 1-2 Zitronenschnitze
• 1 Tasse heißes Wasser

Preparation:

1. Kochen Sie Wasser in einem Wasserkocher oder Topf auf dem Herd.
2. Reiben Sie frischen Ingwer in Ihre Tasse oder verwenden Sie ein Sieb, wenn Sie einen klaren Tee bevorzugen.
3. Zitronenschnitze hinzufügen.
4. Bis zu fünf Minuten in kochendem Wasser einweichen.

Body Balance Tea

Licorice can help reduce symptoms of candida. Try our delicious recipe for a licorice tea blend to promote yeast balance.

Equipment:

• Teekessel oder Topf
• Teetasse

Ingredients:

• 1 Teelöffel Süßholzwurzel
• 1 Stück Zimtrinde
• 5 Anissamen
• 1 Scheibe getrocknete Orangenschale
• Roher Honig nach Geschmack

Preparation:

1. Wasser in einem Topf oder Wasserkocher kochen.
2. Lakritzwurzel, Zimtrinde, Anissamen und getrocknete Orangenschale in das kochende Wasser geben.
3. Lassen Sie die Zutaten bei schwacher Hitze mindestens 30 Minuten köcheln.
4. Alle Zutaten absieben und die Flüssigkeit stehen lassen.
5. Fügen Sie rohen Honig dem flüssigen Tee hinzu, für den Geschmack.
6. Gießen Sie Flüssigkeit in eine Tasse.

Natural detoxifiers

Looking for other ideas to promote the elimination of toxins from your body and promote weight loss naturally? Here are four great natural detox options.

Try an elimination diet

Try an elimination diet that removes meat, dairy, gluten, processed foods, and excess sugar – essentially eliminating toxins from your system. This can also help you identify foods that don't agree with you or cause intolerances or sensitivities.

During this time and beyond, add many organic, whole foods to your diet that will actively support your health goals by promoting overall nutrition and wellness. A healthy diet will help you eat better. This strengthens your liver function, the body’s detoxification organ.

Perform a colon cleanse

A gentle colon cleanse supports the health of your entire digestive system and detoxifies your body. When your colon is busy processing toxins and contaminants, it doesn't have the same ability to properly absorb nutrients, which can impact your overall health and well-being.

A safe and gentle organic flushes the colon to get you back on track. Our 6-week colon cleanse program helps to gently and easily relieve digestive issues such as bloating and excess gas, as well as discomfort. You feel lighter and have more energy!

Move!

Physical activity naturally improves your health and fitness, helps with weight management, and promotes a slow digestive system to get you moving again. Exercise is so good for you, it can even extend your lifespan!

Points to remember

Not all detox teas are created equal. The health claims made by many boxed detox tea manufacturers are exaggerated and unsubstantiated. You won't lose body fat overnight! Detox teas with senna or cascara tend to have a strong laxative effect on the body and can disrupt the delicate balance in your digestive system. Instead, look for a gentler overnight option like Oxy-Powder.

If you're looking to detox and cleanse, detox teas made from healthy natural ingredients like licorice, lemongrass, ginger root, dandelion, or milk thistle have natural gut health benefits and can improve your overall digestive well-being. You can include these herbs in tea recipes or find them in supplements.

If you're looking for other ways to improve your digestive and gut health and want to give yourself a boost, try exercising more, try an elimination diet, or do a colon cleanse. These methods offer long-term health benefits.

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