After a long holiday season, during which many people deprive their bodies of nutrients, a detoxifying meal or two is necessary. In general, winter tends to deprive the body of vitamin D and exercise, two integral aspects to optimal overall health. Although freshly made juices and smoothies are essential during a detox, soups make great detox meals as well. They are easy on the digestive system and help restore good bacteria in the gut. The pre-digested nature of a blended soup also makes it easier for the body to absorb nutrients from the ingredients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The best part about this green detox soup is that it also promotes alkalinity. Most of the ingredients are alkaline in nature, helping reduce acidity in the body. Acid is often a precursor to water retention and inflammation, so alkalizing the body works counteract the negatives of acidity. When the body is in a more alkaline state, your cells, organs, and systems in the body benefit. Plus, the green nature of this soup means that it is naturally rich in chlorophyll, which helps nourish cells with an abundance of vitamins, phytonutrients, and enzymes. This helps to naturally energize, restore, and rejuvenate the body all at the same time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can typically make a detox soup with a variety of seasonal ingredients. A trip to the farmer’s market is often a great option during winter because of the amazing seasonal produce that’s available. You can buy in large quantities so that you can make large batches of this detox soup. It’s great to freeze soup to keep it fresh. You can also freeze ingredients and use them later if you feel that they are going to go bad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n