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We’re constantly exposed to chemicals and toxins found in the environment and the air that we breathe, so it’s not surprising that all these can sometimes make us sick. If you’ve been indulging in one too many rich meals lately, you’ll also probably want to review your diet and go through a detoxification process. While it may be easy enough to buy some detox pill or juice for cleansing, it can be iffy deciding on what works and won’t harm your body or have any side effects.

While there’s no magic answer for this, you might want to try switching your diet and cleansing your body system by choosing to eat more of certain healthy foods. — Compiled by PATSY KAM 1. Apple vinegar cider A vinegar made from apple cider (AVC), this is scientifically proven to contain a host of healthful benefits.



AVC has antioxidant effects, antibacterial properties and said to potentially improve heart health while adding good bacteria for the gut. Often used for vinaigrettes, salad dressings and food preservation, taking one to two tablespoons of AVC in a cup of water in the morning can be good for cleansing the body’s digestion system. 2.

Turmeric Often found in local cuisines, turmeric contains curcumin, a natural anti-inflammatory compound. It can raise the body’s antioxidant capacity. It aids detoxification of the liver and research has found it effective in treating gastrointestinal disorders.

On its own, curcumin is not easily absorbed, so it’s recommended that it be taken.

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