Most people are fascinated by common myths surrounding the detox process, which is widespread nowadays and overshadow the realities of the detox process.
Myth: Enhanced body movement after festivities will negatively impact the body
Reality: Engaging in regular physical activity, combined with a healthy diet, good sleep, and stress-reducing practices like meditation or yoga for 15-20 minutes a day, can support weight management and help prevent other health issues.
Myth: Lack of protein-rich, fibre-rich food is crucial for detoxification
Reality: Including protein-rich foods such as dairy products, eggs, chicken, or fish in moderation, along with fiber-rich foods like green vegetables, leafy greens, millets (e.g., oats, daliya, ragi), nuts and seeds (e.g., flax seeds, chia seeds), as well as roasted makhanas, helps maintain good health after festivities.
Myth: Complete fasting will detoxify body after festivities.
Reality: Complete fasting can lead to weakness, fatigue, low energy, indigestion, dehydration, and increased nutrient deficiencies.
Myth: Detoxing with liquid drinks will improve digestion
Reality: Instead of relying solely on liquid detoxes, focus on a balanced diet. Avoid excessive sugary beverages and refined flour (Maida). Incorporate healthy detox drinks such as cumin seed water, ajwain seed water, cinnamon water, and lukewarm flax seed or chia seed water after brushing in the morning or 30-45 minutes after lunch.
