Toxins are pervasive, almost everywhere. From the air we breath to the food items we consume on a daily basis. It is almost impossible to get rid of toxins present in our environment, however our body can be strengthened from within and the immune system can be bolstered up to withstand their damaging effects. Toxins begin to build up over time and wreak havoc on our health. Toxin build up can drastically impact and slow down the efficacy of various organs. Some of the most common symptoms of toxin overload are stated below:

- Tiredness
- Frequent changes in digestion - constipation and diarrhea
- Lack of focus, mood swings
- Difficulty in sleeping
- Bloating
- Skin issues

Though these signs could also be because of any underlying medical condition, it is best to give your system a thorough detox every now and then, cleanse your body from within and give it a much require reboot.

Some of the most common perpetrators of toxin buildup in our body includes polluted air, food additives, preservatives, pesticides and fertilisers found in food items, processed and refined foods, smoking and excessive drinking. Tap water or unpurified water is the biggest source of toxins and impurities.

While our body is equipped with a mechanism that is capable of detoxing itself every now and then, one must take all possible steps to avoid toxin build-up in the body. Keep yourself protected from excessive sun exposure and pollution. Steer clear of stress and unhealthy food items. Include fresh fruits and veggies in your diet and monitor your caffeine intake. Regular exercising is also important. Besides maintaining a healthy diet and getting regular physical activity, you can keep few ingredients handy to work up a quick detox drink. Herbs have long been associated with rendering spellbinding flavours to delicacies; these also offer amazing health benefits.

We have put together 5 herbs that you can store in your pantry and use them to get a quick detox, take a look -

1.Aloe Vera

Reams have been written about aloe vera and its wonderful health benefiting properties. Aloe vera juice is particularly known for its cleansing, purifying and detoxifying properties. You can choose to have the juice with or without the fibre. Mix it with water or other juices like bitter gourd, amla or tulsi for added benefits. Aloe vera juice is best consumed the first thing in morning.

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