Detoxifying Herbal Drinks

Detox refers to beverage blends that help cleanse the body of toxins and support weight loss.
With the arrival of summer, many people have already started planning their diet programs. During this process, we’re here to support you with detox recipes that will help prepare your body for dieting and ensure you receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals while following a diet.

Before diving into the recipes, here are a few important things to know about detoxing:

• Most detox recipes are made with fresh fruits and vegetables.
• The detox period should be limited to a minimum of 2 days and a maximum of 7 days.
• It’s essential to drink at least 2.5 liters of water per day during the detox. Hydration is key to keeping the body energized and supporting the detox process.
• During a detox, avoid consuming cigarettes, coffee, tea, and alcohol.
• Activities like sauna sessions and steam baths can enhance the effects of detox and support weight loss.

Now, here are 21 detoxifying herbal drinks you can easily prepare at home to support weight loss:

• Apple & Cinnamon Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 apple, thinly sliced and cored
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 liter of water

Instructions:
Place the sliced apple and cinnamon sticks into a pitcher, add water, and stir gently. Let it infuse for a while, then enjoy your detox drink throughout the day.

Mint & Lemon Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of water
• Fresh mint leaves
• 2 lemons, sliced

Instructions:
Add the torn mint leaves, water, and sliced lemons into a pitcher. Let it sit in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours before drinking. Enjoy your refreshing detox water!

Orange, Apple & Carrot Detox Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 apple
• 1 orange
• 1 carrot

Instructions:
Chop all the ingredients into small pieces and blend them until smooth. Consume the mixture immediately after preparation for maximum freshness and benefits.

Watermelon & Mint Detox Drink

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of watermelon
• Fresh mint leaves

Instructions:
Blend the sliced watermelon until smooth. Add the mint leaves, torn into small pieces, and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for 1 hour before drinking. Enjoy your cooling detox drink!

Ginger & Lemon Detox Water

Ingredients:

• Half a lemon
• 1 liter of water
• Half a piece of ginger (grated)

Instructions:
Fill a pitcher with water. Add the grated ginger and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon. Stir the ingredients well and enjoy your detox drink immediately.

Orange & Cucumber Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 2 oranges
• Iced water
• 1 cucumber

Instructions:
Thinly slice the oranges. Add the orange slices and thinly sliced cucumber into a pitcher of iced water. For added flavor, you can also include some fresh mint leaves. Enjoy your refreshing detox drink!

Cucumber & Mint Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber
• 2 cups of water
• Fresh mint leaves

Instructions:
Tear the mint leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the water. Then, add the sliced cucumber and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for 1 hour before drinking. Enjoy your refreshing detox water!

Mango & Ginger Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of fresh mango (diced)
• Half a piece of ginger (grated)

Instructions:
Add the diced mango into a pitcher filled with water. Then add the grated ginger. Let it infuse for a while and consume throughout the day. This detox drink can help boost metabolism and improve memory.

Cucumber Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of water
• 1 sliced cucumber

Instructions:
One of the most popular detox recipes, cucumber detox water is made by adding sliced cucumber to a cup of water. This refreshing drink helps with weight loss, supports cell regeneration, and promotes healthy skin.

Mint Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 8 mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• Cucumber

Instructions:
Place all the ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. Once the mixture is ready, pour it into a glass and add 1-2 ice cubes for an extra chill. Enjoy your refreshing detox drink!

Red Detox Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 pomegranate
• 1 red beetroot
• 6 strawberries
• 1 carrot
• 1 bottle of sparkling water

Instructions:
Extract the juice from the pomegranate or blend the seeds. Chop the other ingredients into cubes and add them to the blender. Blend for 5 minutes. Finally, add the sparkling water to the mixture. Enjoy your energizing red detox juice!

Apple Detox Drink

Ingredients:

• 2 green apples
• A handful of parsley
• 1 lemon
• A piece of ginger
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1.5 liters of water

Instructions:
Chop the apples, ginger, and lemon into pieces and place them in a pot. Add the cinnamon stick and parsley leaves. Then, add the water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, simmer for 10 minutes and set aside to cool. Once it has cooled, it is ready to drink. Enjoy your refreshing detox drink!

Cinnamon & Honey Detox Drink

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup of warm water
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of honey
• A pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions:
Heat the water. Mix all the ingredients together. Strain the mixture and consume it warm. Enjoy this detoxifying drink!

Chamomile Detox Tea

Ingredients:

• Peel of 1 orange
• 2 chamomile tea bags
• 50g strawberries
• 10g ginger
• 50g blueberries
• 2 cups of boiling water
• 8-10 mint leaves

Instructions:
Place the chamomile tea bags and the other ingredients into the boiling water. Let it steep for 5 minutes. Afterward, strain the tea and enjoy it warm. Enjoy your detox tea!

Coconut Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 coconut
• Mint leaves
• Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:
Pour the coconut water into a pitcher. Use a spoon to scrape out the flesh of the coconut and finely chop it before adding it to the pitcher. Add the remaining ingredients, mix well, and enjoy your detox water!

Lemonade Detox

Ingredients:

• 1 carrot
• 1 apple
• 1/2 beetroot
• 2 slices of white radish
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 1/2 teaspoon of grated lemon zest

Instructions:

Blend all the ingredients together. Add drinking water to the mixture. You can strain the mixture and enjoy your detox drink!

 Strawberry Detox Drink

Ingredients:

• A pinch of cherry stems
• 1 cup of green tea
• 1 liter of water
• 6 strawberries
• 2-3 slices of orange
• 1 clove

Instructions:
Brew the green tea in a cup. In a pot, add half a liter of water and the remaining ingredients, then bring to a boil. Once the strawberries release their color, remove from the heat and add the green tea. Let it sit for 15 minutes. Strain the mixture and transfer it to a pitcher. Chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours before serving.

Strawberry and Mint Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 4-5 strawberries
• 2 liters of water
• 2 cucumbers
• A handful of fresh mint leaves
• 1 lemon

Instructions:
Slice the cucumbers and lemon, and add them to a pitcher. Cut the strawberries into large pieces and add them to the mix. Add the mint leaves and water, then let it sit overnight. The next day, strain the water and it’s ready to drink.

Orange Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of water
• 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 orange
• 4 mint leaves
• 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
• 1 sprig of rosemary
• 1 cucumber
• 1 clove

Instructions:
Blend all ingredients, except for the cinnamon, with half a liter of water. Strain the mixture and transfer it to a container. Add the remaining water and the cinnamon stick. Drink it cold.

Blueberry Detox Water

Ingredients:

• A handful of blueberries
• 1/2 liter of water
• Juice of 1/2 orange

Instructions:
Add the orange juice and blueberries to the water and let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours. Strain the mixture and enjoy.

Pineapple Detox Water

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of pineapple
• 1/2 liter of water
• 1 cucumber
• 2 slices of apple

Instructions:
Slice all the ingredients and add them to the water. Let it sit in the fridge to chill, then enjoy.

SOURCES:

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