And you can bet that at some point your going to feel as if the top button on your pants is going to burst because you ate to much of Aunt Jones homemade pumpkin pie.
Now is the time to go to your healthy grocery store and invest in some healthy cleansing foods. You can make these foods a regular part of your diet AND eat them 1 – 2 days continuously after your food binge.
Here are the top 7 Cleansing Fruits and Veggies You DIDN’T Know About
7) Prunes
Prunes are’t just for your grandma and grandpa. They are an excellent choice when it comes to keeping your system clean and healthy. They have can help with lowering your cholesterol, balancing blood sugar levels, and aiding in digestion and intestinal regularity. They are rich in vitamin c, fiber, and polyphenols that will aid in regular bowl movements and keep your intestinal flora in check!
6) Figs
Figs are a great source of potassium which is essential to keeping your body properly hydrated. They are deliciously sweet, yet are also high in fiber which makes them a perfect choice to keep your intestines clean of all “junk food.” In addition, they contain a nutrient called sorbitol, which is a natural laxative. It is also present in prunes.
5) Spinach
One of the first “superfoods”, its benefits range from supplying adequate sources of vitamins and minerals to the body; too helping fighting cancer. It is one of a few foods whose macro nutrient content is predominantly protein. It also helps balance the acidy v. alkalinity of the body. Because of its superior nutrient content, this is one of the best leafy green choices you can make when it comes to cleanses and keeping your body healthy in general.
4) Kale
Another powerful leafy green that could battle spinach for its position on this list. It abundant in almost all the same nutrients as spinach. One cup of chopped kale contains 33 calories and 9% of the daily value of calcium, 206% of vitamin A, 134% of vitamin C, and a whopping 684% of vitamin K. This definitely makes it another super food. As a leafy green, it is also high in fiber and polyphenols that aid in proper and more frequent bowl movements.
3) Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries
All are high-fiber berries, making them an asset to your digestive system. They also contain cancer-fighting antioxidants and a large portion of the USDA-recommended daily requirement of vitamin C. However, the fiber content of these berries diminishes when they are juiced, so eating whole berries will provide the most digestive system benefits. The beauty of these berries is the convenience. Simply put them atop your oatmeal or grab a handful out the door.
2) Pineapple
Just had a big meal of meats and high in proteins? Well, pineapple can aid in that stuffed belly of yours. First, pineapple (as most fruits) is rich in vitamin c which is excellent for your immune system. It doesn’t contain as much fiber as some of the other items on this list, but it make up for it by containing digestive enzymes. Pineapple is rich in Bormelain, a digestive enzyme that aids in the digestion of proteins and helps fight inflammation. This enzyme breaks down the bonds of amino acids quickly which will result in better intestinal intake of proteins.
1) Papaya
This can absolutely be touted a super fruit. This tropical fruit is bursting with vitamin C – just one cup gives you more than you need each day. On top of this, papaya is also a good source of vitamins A and E. The beta-carotene as well as the lycopene found in papaya have had studies done to show its cancer fighting abilities against cancer cells. In addition, papaya also contains the digestive enzyme papain. From the family of protease enzymes, like bromelain, it greatly aids in the digestion of proteins by quickly breaking down the bonds of amino acids.