Going Organic Is Breaking My Bank. I’ve got 30 pounds to lose, so when I read about how pesticides in our food supply can cause weight gain, I started eating more organic foods. I’ve lost a few pounds, but it’s slow-going and not enough to justify spending the extra money. Can I eat conventionally grown foods and still lose?
I have a two-pronged approach to help ensure the toxins in conventional foods won’t remain in the body long enough to switch on genes that slow metabolism and trigger fat storage. First, start each day with 6 oz. of hot water mixed with the juice of half a lemon. The fruit contains d-limonene and other compounds that fortify the liver so the organ can do its job of flushing toxins. What’s more, the warm brew triggers intestinal peristalsis, the muscle contractions that eliminate toxins through bowel movements. Then at any time during the day, enjoy two cups of dandelion-root tea. This speeds the liver’s breakdown of toxins. With this strategy, it’s possible to lose 10 to 14 pounds in two weeks, especially if liver-stressing trans fat, excess sugar and artificial sweeteners are avoided.
