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World Water Day: How to detoxify your body by drinking water
1 / 9Who wouldn't love to remove all toxins from their body? Well, that's the way to detoxify yourself, and a way to cleanse our body is by drinking water, lots and lots of water. Our body is so amazing, that in no more than three days, you’ll be as good as new. Here are some ideas of how to add a little flavour and antioxidants to the detoxifying water. (Source: Six Sense Spa; Image: Thinkstock Images)
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2 / 9* Lemon juice helps to cleanse and alkalise the body, it is a powerful detox drink, you just have to squeeze fresh lemon juice into your glass. (Source: Thinkstock Images)
3 / 9* Mint helps settle your stomach and aids in digestion as well, and it also adds a touch of sweetness without the sugar to your water. (Source: Thinkstock Images)
4 / 9* Cucumber contains anti-inflammatory properties, add a few slices to your water for excellent re-hydration as well. (Source: Thinkstock Images)
5 / 9* A little ginger goes a long way. It helps cleanse out your system, aids in digestion and settles your stomach. Also read: Looking to stay slim? Drink more plain water (Source: Thinkstock Images)
6 / 9Detoxification is an instant, magical solution to removing the ill effects of food and a unhealthy lifestyle from your body. It's better to have plenty of fiber, veggies and fruits when you think of starting a detox plan. Also, cleanse your liver by eating herbs such as dandelion root and burdock, and drinking unsweetened green tea. Some other good suggestions are... (Source: Thinkstock Images)
7 / 9* Breath deeply to exhale carbon-dioxide through your lungs. Reduce your stress and think positively. (Source: Thinkstock Images)
8 / 9* Exercise more often,and yoga is amazing too! (Source: Thinkstock Images)
9 / 9Prepare fresh juices and smoothies. They have tonnes of natural nutrients; but also have the raw fruits, since they contain fiber. Detoxification is an ongoing process, which provides amazing health benefits by simply using water — it's as simple as that. So, what are you waiting for? Go get your first glass of water, and start the detoxification process right away. (Source: Thinkstock Images)
