Detox Deliciously: Flavourful Recipes to Support Heavy Metal Cleansing

Beetroot and Carrot Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 medium beetroot, peeled and chopped

• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped

• 1 apple, cored

• 1-inch piece of ginger

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions:

1. Juice all ingredients and stir well.

2. Serve fresh.

Benefits: 

Beetroots and carrots support liver function, while ginger aids digestion and reduces inflammation.

Turmeric and Ginger Tea

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water

• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric or 1-inch fresh turmeric root, sliced

• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Honey to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1. Boil water with turmeric and ginger for 10 minutes.

2. Strain, add lemon juice and honey if desired, and enjoy.

Benefits: Turmeric and ginger have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, supporting liver detoxification.

Chlorella and Green Tea Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon chlorella powder

• 1 cup brewed green tea, cooled

• 1 banana

• 1 cup kale or spinach

• 1 tablespoon flaxseeds

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

2. Serve chilled.

Benefits: Chlorella binds to heavy metals, and green tea provides antioxidants that support overall detoxification.

Warm Detoxifying Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 carrots, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 1 cup chopped kale or spinach

• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced

• 1 teaspoon turmeric

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 bay leaf

• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth

• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Juice of 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until translucent.

2. Add carrots, celery, and sweet potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Stir in turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, and bay leaf.

4. Add lentils, broth, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils and vegetables are tender.

5. Add kale or spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

6. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.

7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if you like.

Benefits: This warming soup combines lentils, which are high in fibre and protein, with detoxifying spices like turmeric and cumin. The addition of kale and sweet potatoes provides a nutritious boost, while the warm, hearty nature of the soup makes it perfect for colder weather.