Naturally, Cleanse Your Body with 9 Great Fruits

Pollution, trans fat and sugar, and processed foods all have the potential to make you sick. Just like when you exfoliate your body on the outside, you need to keep it clean from the inside.

So, we’ll be discussing 9 great fruits that naturally cleanse your body. Are berries on the list? What is the similarity between papaya and pineapple? What about coconut water and lemon? We’ll be talking about all of these AND more...

1. Berries

Are berries a part of your everyday diet? They’re delicious on their own. You can eat them frozen, try them with ice cream or smoothies, or add them to your yogurt bowl. Whatever you do, they’ll still taste delicious. The best part is you have so many types of berries to pick from.

Strawberry, blackberry, and blueberry all are rich in antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. If you aren’t already eating them, consider making these berries an active part of your diet. Because they’re a great source of vitamin C and fiber. Did you know that berries help produce a type of fatty acid in your body? But why is this relevant? Well, this fatty acid helps with weight loss. I’m already thinking about darting over to the grocery store. But before you jump onto the berry bandwagon, you need to know the right way to eat them.

Yes, that’s correct. There are right and wrong ways to eat berries. Take your choice of berries, crush them and mix the juice in water. Let it sit for about 30 minutes before consuming. You can also add them to your oatmeal bowl if you prefer. It’s delicious. When you eat berries the correct way, you get the full benefit of their antioxidants. How do you like to eat berries? Do you eat them on their own, or as a smoothie? Do you like adding them to your oatmeal? Share your preferences with the Bestie community in the comments below.

2. Apple

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” That sounds cliched by now, but it’s not untrue. There’s a reason apple is recommended by experts. They just have so many nutrients. Plus, apples are easy to add to your diet. You can eat them for breakfast. How about making apple strawberry salsa? Cinnamon apple noodles are mouthwatering! There are just so many easy ways to eat an apple. It’s a very versatile fruit. Apples contain four different types of powerful antioxidants that fight premature aging and diseases by boosting your immunity.

These antioxidants also cleanse your body. Not just this, apples also have malic and tartaric acids, which boost your digestive system. The best way to eat an apple is to eat it raw with the skin on. The skin itself is rich in vitamin C and fiber. Aside from the seed, every part of this fruit is great for your health. Cores are a different story. They contain a plant compound that can have a toxic effect. Don’t eat them.

3. Lemon

Lemon water needs no introduction. This popular drink is widely known for its detox effects on your body. Plus, adding it to your drinks improves the taste. It’s a known fact that lemons are rich in Vitamin C. But they have other health benefits as well. They can help ease your gastric problems and cleanse your colon. The best way to benefit from lemons is to take them with warm water early in the morning on an empty stomach. Feel like adding sugar? You can opt for unheated, organic honey. It will increase the healing properties of your lemon water. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon powder since it helps with weight loss.

Another way to increase the antioxidant value of this drink is by adding freshly sliced root ginger. A pinch of black salt will make it taste even better.

4. Pineapple

The world may be divided on pineapple pizza. But most agree on how nutritious pineapple really is. With high levels of antioxidants and enzymes, it’s fantastic for you.

Pineapple, when eaten freshly cut, helps in reducing inflammation. This makes pineapple a must-have fruit if you’re suffering from arthritis. Pineapple also helps you recover from any injuries and fatigue post-workout. You can definitely gobble down a few slices after strength training.

There’s another reason why pineapples should be part of your diet. They carry an important enzyme called bromelain, which helps your body break down proteins. It ultimately assists in digestion, making it easier for your digestive system to use proteins from your diet. Just like other fruits, it’s important that you eat freshly cut pineapple. Canned pineapples have plenty of additives, sugar, and preservatives, all of which decrease their nutritive value. You won’t get the benefits of bromelain from canned pineapples.

5. Papaya

Another delicious fruit on the list! Papaya is just as nutritious. It helps your body break down proteins from your food. But this time, the enzyme is different. I’m talking about Papain. Papain does the same things for your body bromelain does.

Papaya is rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A while also gives you a great amount of magnesium and potassium. All these nutrients make papaya the ideal fruit when fighting a cold. Still not convinced you should put papaya in your fruit salad? Maybe this will help you. Papaya contains beta-carotene, which can prevent cancer in your lungs and mouth.

6. Pomegranate

Eating pomegranate might look difficult at first. Just peeling it can be annoying. But don’t let this stop you from eating one. Pomegranates are loaded with nutrition. What if I told you that eating this fruit is not the best way to consume it. Wait… what? You shouldn’t eat pomegranate? Yes, that’s correct! Drink it instead!

When you eat it in solid form, the seeds in the fruit take a lot longer to digest. Instead, juice digests quicker. Plus, you get a lot more nutrition. You’ll need more than one of these fruits

to make a single glass of pomegranate juice. That’s how you end up getting more nutrition from pomegranate juice. I’m talking about lots of Vitamin C and fiber.

Many experts will recommend pomegranates as a healing fruit. It helps regulate your cholesterol level, protects you against certain types of cancers and Alzheimer’s disease, offers loads of antioxidants, and reduces inflammation in your body.

7. Avocados

If there was a contest for the most nutritious fruit, avocado would be the winner. This healthy, fat-rich fruit is becoming more popular by the day. All thanks to its great taste, as well as the high number of antioxidants, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals it carries.

Avocados come with all the right stuff…Potassium, magnesium, fiber... Everything your body needs for a healthy heart and brain. Whether you eat it sliced or make a smoothie, avocados need to be a necessary part of your diet. Along with the nutrients, avocados also have a compound in them that helps reduces inflammation. It also helps reduce the risk of certain types of cancers. Truly one of the best superfoods around!

8. Coconut Water

Coconut water is a refreshing and delicious low-calorie drink. You should try swapping your sodas for it. This magic drink helps your body recover after an intense workout. All thanks to the electrolytes it provides. Coconut water isn’t just a refreshing drink to have. It comes with a variety of health benefits. It’s high in potassium, which makes it great for detox. Coconut water helps your body recover from bloating caused by water retention.

Wondering how? Well, coconut water flushes out extra water stored in your body. It also helps you lose weight when you swap it with your sugary sodas. Forget constipation. If you’re drinking coconut water, it should fix that right up. There’s also good news for those who suffer from acidity. Coconut water is alkaline, which means it helps normalize your body’s pH balance.

9. Watermelon

Wouldn’t it be awesome if someone asked you to eat a delicious, refreshing fruit to lose weight? Say no more, as watermelon is the one amazing fruit that can help you reach your goal.

This delicious fruit makes summers bearable with its high water, fiber, and mineral content. Just pop a few pieces of watermelon. You can even make watermelon popsicles and enjoy this cool treat as a dessert post-lunch. This low-calorie fruit is loaded with fiber, iron, calcium, and Vitamin A. Watermelon hydrates your body, while also aiding indigestion. It’s one of the best fruits to have when you are on a detox diet.