As strange as it may sound, citizens of the US spend millions of dollars each year for consuming detox drinks, and the numbers are really promising. Detox drinks have become such a hot trend and if we take a closer look, the secret behind the trend is nothing but the health benefits, specifically detoxing and antioxidant properties.
Simply defined, the detox drinks combine water with herbal ingredients such as
Cardamom, Cinnamon Bark, Clove Bud, Ginger Root, Dandelion Root, Nutmeg, Anise Seed, Saffron, and Green Tea, and many other ingredients, formulated to deliver a specific purpose. Detoxing, body cleansing, and in some cases, even weight loss gets listed among the top benefits of Detox drinks apart from their indulgence properties such as quenching thrust and refreshment. The category often includes teas, coffees, juices, smoothies, and many more beverage options, and in recent years this trend has really become positive due to the perceived health benefits, celebrity endorsements, and possibly, lifestyle changes.
While sufficient discussions are already available on the health and detoxing properties of detox drinks, this article aims to elaborate its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are actually some substances found commonly in plant compounds and carry the ability to neutralize harmful free radicals within our body. These substances often include polyphenols, flavonoids, flavones, and serve differently and independently within our body. The free radicals, of course, could naturally occur within our body due to many factors such as pollutants, stress, UV rays, etc., and causes cell destructions, cancer formation, accelerated aging, and many more harmful effects within us. Therefore regular antioxidant intake is really important for balancing the harmful effect of free radicals. Delicious and detoxifying beverages such as teas, dark chocolates, berries, nuts, grapes, and other fruit juices are great sources for regular intake of antioxidants.
Remember!
The best way to stay healthy is to eat and drink healthy. So, don’t forget to add some detoxifying and antioxidant-rich elements to your daily diet.