The 7-Day Diet Cleanse: Detox and Cleanse Your Body in 7 days

Over the years, celebrities and influencers have turned 7 day detox plans into one of the 'quick fix' diets that works fast to lose weight. But detoxing is certainly not an easy option and won't be for everyone, as these diet plans are unlike many of the others out there. Popular weight loss options like intermittent fasting and diets such as the 5:2 and 16:8 for example, require timed eating and calorie counting, while detox diet plans are a total shift in the way you consume nutrients.

A 7 day detox plan is essentially a 'clean eating programme' and involves eating significantly more fresh fruits and vegetables, to help 'cleanse' substances from the body. Clean eating is about whole or minimally processed foods-ones that are as close to their natural form as possible. Ultra-processed foods have been linked to a number of health problems, like infertility and cancer, and have also been deprived of the nutrients needed to support overall health. Switching to a diet heavy in fruits and vegetables can curb or prevent conditions like diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure-plus, it can also help you lose weight and make your skin and hair look healthier.

Sample Recipe: Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup
Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 12 ounces fresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 4 cups chopped kale
• 2 medium zucchini, chopped
• 4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (15 ounce) cans no-salt-added cannellini or other white beans, rinsed
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 Parmesan rind (optional)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
• 8 teaspoons prepared pesto

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