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The 10 most effective detox foods

There are many foods that can help counteract the effects of a toxic lifestyle. Whether you want to lose weight, feel more energised, improve your complexion or boost your mood, check out these top 10 foods to help detox your body.

Lemon

Lemons are a staple of many detox diets, and there is good reason for this.

Ginger

If too much fatty food or alcohol has caused problems for your digestive system, it may be worthwhile adding some ginger to your diet.

Garlic

Garlic has long been known for its heart benefits, however the pungent food is also good at detoxifying the body.

Artichoke

If you have recently been overindulging in fatty foods and alcohol, adding some steamed globe artichoke leaves to your meals is a great way to help get your body back on track.

Beetroot

For those needing a quick health-boosting shot of nutrients, you can't do much better than beetroot.

Green tea

While it's not technically a food, no detox plan would be complete without regular consumption of essential liquids.

Cabbage

Many celebs have resorted to the cabbage soup diet to help lose weight and get in shape quickly before a big event, however cabbage is not only good for weight loss - it is also an

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Brown rice

If you want to cleanse your system and boost your health, it is a good idea to cut down on processed foods.

Watercress

Like most green herbs and vegetables, watercress is an excellent health-booster and detox food.

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