Decaff coffee and tea are not recommended on a

detox diet because of the methods used to extract the

caffeine. The methylene chloride used in some
decaffeinating processes is related to the toxic
perchlorethylene used in dry cleaning. An organic
solvent called ethyl acetate is also sometimes used
and the product might be labeled 'naturally
decaffeinated' because this chemical occurs in some
fruits and in the coffee itself, but studies have shown
that it is still highly toxic. Try a few of the following
teas to see which you prefer- they all taste different
and have specific properties, and it is a matter of
There is no need to forego your normal tea personal taste which you choose.
breaks on a detox; choose healing,
nourishing teas instead of caffeine-based
ones.

Which Tea?

- Nettle tea is a diuretic, meaning it helps your body excrete water, so it will flush out your toxins
more quickly.

- Milk thistle tea contains silymarin which makes the liver less susceptible to toxin damage and
increases its production of glutathione.

- Red sorrel tea is a terrific liver and gall bladder cleanser, and a recent study has indicated that it
decreases the blood triglyceride levels (high levels are associated with heart disease and
diabetes).

- Dandelion leaf tea has a diuretic action, while dandelion root coffee is an effective detox aid,
stimulating the flow of bile so that more toxins are eliminated through the bowels.

- Rooibosch (or Red Bush) tea helps you to shed toxins through sweat, can relieve bloating and
aid the digestive process. It also claimed to reduce the effects of ageing, keep skin, teeth and
bones healthy, and it can aid sleep.

- Chamomile tea is calming, soporific and can help to relieve mild headaches.

- Lemon balm helps with depression and anxiety.

- Spearmint and peppermint tea both aid digestion.

- Fennel tea stimulates the liver.