Diwali is that time of year when we tend to indulge in totally unhealthy binge-watching. Festivals not only call for a party, but they also provide us with an excuse to eat a variety of delicious dishes and sweets. You must have eaten your fair share of dishes. Along with indulging in your favorite foods, it is also important to maintain a healthy balance. Binge eating at a festival also means that your body is filling up with toxins, which can make you feel sick or lethargic. Here are five ways to help your body efficiently detoxify after the festival, shared by Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator and Physiotherapist Dr. Archana Batra.
Keep yourself hydrated: Water is essential for many reasons, including infection prevention, organ function, nutrient delivery to cells, body temperature regulation, joint lubrication, and more. Also, drinking pure water is one of the most important things you can do to help flush out toxins from your body. The importance of staying hydrated to flush out toxins cannot be underestimated. Water intake at regular intervals throughout the day is essential to keep our metabolism active. If you’re feeling sluggish, having a water bottle on hand is the best way to remind yourself to drink water.
Avoid eating sweets: Avoid artificial sugar for at least one to two weeks after the festival and get back on track with a healthy lifestyle. Say no to sweet foods like sweets, bakery items, colas etc. This gives your body time to recover and recover. You can make a detox shake with plant-based protein powder to help your liver function properly. You can also make a veggie scramble from avocados cooked in coconut oil.
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engage in exerciseA healthy mind can exist only in a healthy body. The flurry of festivals, visits to friends and relatives and sleepless nights also affect mental health. Even a few minutes of yoga or meditation practice will ensure a healthy mind and proper alignment of the body. You should always start with a light workout session instead of doing an intense workout. Go for a walk, take in the fresh air, run around and burn the toxins and excess fat from your body. A good workout will improve your immunity and mood, making you feel more flexible and healthier.
Add more fiber to your diet: High fiber foods are essential for bowel health. We eat anything and everything during the holiday season. As a result, after the celebration, your diet should be high in fiber. Beans, lentils, chia seeds, oranges, pears, apples, carrots, cauliflower, oatmeal, quinoa, almonds, and more are all plant-based options. If festivals are your cheat days, then you should make amends with your body when you return to normal days. This will help in maintaining your health.
Enough SleepAdequate sleep is essential for overall health and natural detoxification of the body. A good night’s sleep allows your brain to settle itself and eliminate the toxic waste products it has absorbed throughout the day. Avoiding excessive use of computer screens, following a sleep cycle, and limiting blue light exposure just before bedtime can all help improve sleep patterns.
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