Over the past two weeks, we’ve talked about protecting your brain from air pollution and reducing microplastic exposure.

Today, in the third (final!) part of the detox series, I want to share something that might surprise you about detoxing.

Your body is already running the most sophisticated detox system on the planet – 24/7, without you having to think about it!

Your liver processes over 500 functions daily, your kidneys filter about 180 liters of blood each day, and your lungs exchange gases with every breath.

No expensive juice cleanse or detox tea can match what your body naturally does.

But here’s the thing – we can support these amazing systems to work even better.

Instead of trying to “flush toxins” with quick fixes, let’s give your natural detox organs the nutrients and conditions they need to thrive.

📍Your Built-In Detox Dream Team

Your liver is like a master chemist, transforming harmful substances into safer compounds that can be eliminated.

Your kidneys act as sophisticated filters, keeping what you need while removing waste.

Your skin sweats out toxins, your lungs breathe out carbon dioxide, and your gut plays a role in processing and eliminating waste.

These systems have been keeping humans healthy for thousands of years – long before detox supplements existed…

>> The key is supporting these natural processes rather than trying to replace them!

📍3 Ways to Supercharge Your Natural Detox Systems

🌟1️⃣ Feed Your Liver’s Lab

Your liver needs specific nutrients to run its detox pathways efficiently – think of them as fuel for your body’s natural chemistry set.

Sulfur-rich vegetables are liver superstars: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, garlic, and onions. These contain compounds that boost your liver’s ability to process toxins.

Include colorful antioxidant-rich foods like berries, dark leafy greens, and beets. These provide the building blocks your liver needs for its detox reactions.

Don’t forget healthy fats from avocados, olive oil, and nuts – your liver needs these to make bile, which helps eliminate fat-soluble toxins.

🌟2️⃣ Flush Your Kidneys

Your kidneys need adequate hydration to filter waste effectively, but it’s not just about quantity – quality matters too.

Aim for pale yellow urine as your hydration guide rather than forcing down huge amounts of water.

Your kidneys work best with consistent, steady hydration throughout the day.

Filtered water is ideal – remember last week’s discussion about reducing plastic exposure? ☺️

Add a slice of lemon or cucumber for variety and extra antioxidants.

Reduce the burden on your kidneys by limiting processed foods high in sodium and artificial additives.

🌟3️⃣ Move to Detox

Exercise is like a full-body tune-up for your detox systems – it gets everything flowing better!

Physical activity increases blood flow to your liver and kidneys, helping them work more efficiently. Even a 10-minute walk after meals can boost circulation.

Sweating through movement helps your skin eliminate waste.

Deep breathing during exercise improves oxygen delivery and carbon dioxide removal.

Strength training and muscle contractions help pump lymphatic fluid, which carries waste products to be eliminated.

📍Question for you today

Which of your body’s natural detox systems would you like to show some extra love this week – your liver with nutritious foods, your kidneys with better hydration, or your circulation with movement?

Wishing you vibrant natural detox power,

Dr Sui Wong

PS – Did you like the detox series? I’d love to hear from you. If you like this idea of a series of 3 posts to delve further into a theme, please reply to this email and let me know 🙂 Also, if you have a specific question or topic you’d like me to cover in a future Thursday Tips newsletter, I’ve love ot hear from you too!

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Dr Sui Wong

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