7 Delicious Detox Drink Recipes

 

Homemade Detox Drinks

Detox drinks: A regular intake of these simple detox drinks can aid weight loss, give a boost to your metabolism, work as an incredible laxative agent and helps digestion.

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 vegetable 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 home-made detox drinks to boost metabolism and kick start your weight loss journey.

When Should You Drink Detox Drinks?

Detox drinks should not be your meal replacement. They can be taken as early morning metabolic boosters to maintain hydration levels. You can also drink them between meals.

Listed below are a few detox drinks that will keep you hydrated and act as a temporary weight loss solution.

DIY Detox Drinks for Weight Loss

1. Green Tea And Lemon

What You Need

• Water
• 1 green tea bag
• 1/4 lemon

How To Prepare

1. Boil a cup of water and place a green tea bag in it.
2. Add the juice of the lemon.
3. Drink it while it is still hot.

Benefits

• Green tea is a good source of catechins, i.e., dietary polyphenols that exhibit anti-adiposity effects
• A study was done on mice (on a high-fat diet) demonstrated that the lemon polyphenols from a lemon peel extract significantly reduced weight gain.

2. Honey, Lemon, And Ginger

What You Need

• 1/2 lemon
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 inch ginger root
• 1 glass warm water

How To Prepare

1. Heat a glass of water. Do not boil it.
2. Use a mortar and pestle to crush the ginger root.
3. Add the lemon juice, crushed ginger, and honey to a glass of warm water.
4. Drink it while it is still warm.

Benefits

A study conducted by the San Diego State University on rats has suggested that honey may reduce weight gain and obesity.

3. Pineapple Lemonade

What You Need

• 1 cup chopped pineapple
• Juice of one lemon
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• A pinch of salt

How To Prepare

1. Toss the chopped pineapple in a blender and give it a spin.
2. Pour the juice into a glass.
3. Add the lemon juice, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir well.

Benefits

A study done on rats on a high-fat diet revealed that pineapple juice induces the up-regulation of fatty acid oxidation by molecular gene regulation. Thus, it has the potential to reduce weight gain and obesity.

4. Orange And Carrot Juice

What You Need

• 1 orange
• 1 carrot
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Coriander leaves
• Water
• Ice

How To Prepare

1. Slice the carrot and peel the orange. Chop and toss them into the food processor.
2. Add a tablespoon of honey and throw in some coriander leaves.
3. Add a little water. Give it a spin.
4. Add ice before drinking.

Benefits

• Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and loaded with fiber. Foods high in fiber increase satiety (feeling of fullness) and decrease subsequent hunger.This help 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.

5.Beetroot And Mint Juice

What You Need

• Beetroot
• A handful of mint leaves
• A pinch of salt

How To Prepare

1. Chop the beetroot into cubes and toss them in the blender.
2. Add a few mint leaves and a pinch of salt. Give it a spin.
3. Drink while still fresh.

Benefits

Beets are low in calories and high in fiber. Adding fiber to your diet helps control appetite and reduce weight. It is a great cleanser for your liver. Make sure to drink the unstained juice if you intend to lose weight.

6. Lemon And Cucumber Detox Water

What You Need

• 1 lemon
• 1 cucumber
• Mint leaves
• A pinch of salt
• Water

How To Prepare

1. Cut the lemon into wedges and slice the cucumber. Toss the pieces into the jar.
2. Add a few mint leaves and a pinch of salt.
3. Pour water into the jar.
4. Drink this water throughout the day.

Benefits

Cucumber is a low-calorie food with high water content (95.2% water) . Studies have found that a diet low in energy density (low in calories) 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.

7. Buttermilk Detox Drink

What You Need

• Buttermilk/plain curd
• Mint leaves
• Coriander leaves
• 1/2 carrot
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed powder (roasted)
• A pinch of salt

How To Prepare

1. Pour the buttermilk into a jar. You may also mix two tablespoons of plain curd, a pinch of salt, and water to make your own homemade buttermilk.
2. Roughly chop a few mint leaves and coriander leaves.
3. Thinly slice half a carrot.
4. Blend the carrots and herbs into the buttermilk.
5. Add a pinch of salt and a bit of roasted cumin seed powder and stir well.

Benefits

Curd (or yogurt) is a natural source of probiotics that strengthen the digestive system. Its nutritional composition and lactic acid bacteria may improve gut health, help manage appetite, and aid weight loss. However, the role of yogurt in weight loss remains controversial.

Conclusion

Incorporating lifestyle changes and healthy practices into your daily routine is the best way to lose weight. Detox drinks will add extra hydration and nourishment to your body, but solely depending on them is not an effective long-term weight loss solution. Start your morning hydration with any of these detox drinks, drink them between meals, focus on healthy eating, and get adequate exercise and sleep to lose weight the healthy way.