In need of a food cleanse after days of intense food piling during Chinese New Year?
You're at the right place then!
We've compiled 5 superfoods that you can consume to kickstart your metabolism and get your skin glowing:
1. GREEN TEA
Green tea comprises of high levels of catechins (aka as healthy plant chemicals) that helps to decrease blood cholesterol and reduce the formation of body fat (which we're extremely happy to hear after eating one too many pineapple tarts - but hey, it's CNY, not judging you!). Besides, they are also high in Vitamin B2 and E - both vitamins which contribute to a soft, nourished and firm skin!
2. AVOCADO
It's no stranger for avocado to be listed as superfood. It's chock full of nutrients such as folic acid, Omega 3, magnesium and fibre. Avocado encourages natural detoxification. The high fibre content promotes regular bowel movement, prevents constipation and helps with our digestion. If you're not a fan of consuming it as it is, try avocado smoothie - it's unBELIEVABLY GOOD!
3. CHIA SEEDS
They're super tiny BUT they're packed full of goodies! An ounce of chia seeds contain 11 gram of fibre! Due to it high soluble fibre content, it helps to create healthy stool that moves at right pace through digestive tract, so your body can slowly readjust to the "norm" ie days of not feasting on prawn crackers, cakes etc.
4. BROCCOLI/KALE
Both of them are cruciferous vegetables from the Brassica family. They consist of phytochemical which help to enhance fat loss in our body. Apart from giving you a sense of fullness, they help to reduce bloating/water retention in the body. If you consider boring eating them as it is, why not try broccoli or kale chips?
5. BERRIES
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberry - your pick! Berries are high in antioxidants, low in calories and extremely nutritious. They're particularly rich in Vitamin C which in turn help to rejuvenate skin. It promotes collagen production - essentially, it helps to firm and plump up your skin, making your skin glow! They also help to strengthen your metabolism and prevent any kind of metabolic deficiency.
There you go! 5 superfoods to help ease your body back to norm.
Happy Cleansing!
