pineapple
This delicious, sweet, fragrant fruit improves the digestion of protein and cleanses the intestines. Pineapples contain the enzyme bromelian, which aids the digestion of proteins.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, bromelian
grape
These small fruits pack an extremely cleaning and sweet punch. They are very effective detoxifiers for the liver, kidneys, and digestive system and have a gentle laxative effect.
Nutrients: Vitamins B1, B2, B, C; calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, flavonoids
lemon
Lemons are powerful liver cleaners. Their high vitamin C content and potassium content offer top protection against infection as well.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, potassium
prune
Renowned as natural laxatives, prunes are good for digestive health. Full of fiber, they encourage natural elimination. High fiber content also helps you feel full longer-preventing overeating and weight gain.
Nutrients: Vitamins C, E, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, fiber
peach
Peaches are the ideal fruit for detoxification; peaches cleanse the digestive system, the kidneys, and the bladder. They are slightly diuretic and laxative, yet they are also easy to digest and soothing for the digestive system as they don’t have the harsh scouring qualities of cereal laxatives.
Nutrients: Vitamins B3, C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, flavonoids
fig
Figs are high in fiber and especially helpful if you suffer from a sluggish digestive system. These renowned laxatives revitalize tired systems and are extremely worthwhile to add in moderation to your diet. Uncommon in fruits-tryptophan helps promote a good night’s sleep.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate; calcium, iron, phosphorous, potassium, fiber, tryptophan
mango
Supremely cleansing and soothing, mangoes are highly beneficial for the digestive system. They are full of antioxidants, including vitamin E, which is not usually found in fruits, making them one of the most powerful fighters against infection. Mangoes are top detoxifiers, cleansing the blood and kidneys.
Nutrients: Vitamins B3, C, E, beta-carotene, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, flavonoids
pear
Pears contain pectin, a soluble fiber that cleans the digestive tract. They act as both laxative and diuretic and keep your colon in good health. A “pear-only day”-when you just eat pears and drink eight large glasses of water-is an excellent way to detox.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, pectin
orange
Oranges are packed with vitamin C and are low in calories, making them a great and healthy snack. Oranges encourage intestinal health and the elimination of waste-they are best eaten whole and raw. Oranges also contain important minerals potassium and calcium and are packed with infection-fighting antioxidants.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, potassium