A mere 5% of Americans consume the recommended amount of fiber a day (24 to 28 grams a day). That leaves 95% of the population not functioning at its optimum levels. Here are a couple of diet suggestions for a strong start in the right direction.

It is strongly recommended that a person undergoing a detox take foods high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Foods that are high in fiber, water, whole grains, vegetables and fruits are essential for the detoxification process.

By following a diet plan consisting in some of the following foods, one can reduce the risk of constipation, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, high blood sugar, heard disease and obesity.

5 by 5 Detox Diet Sample Sheet

Drink Suggestions for a Detox Diet

Water, lemon water, pure unsweetened fruit and vegetable juices, and rice milk are great additions to a detox diet.

It recommended that you chew your food well and drink 8 glasses of water a day at room temperature. The benefits of water can do tremendous amounts of things to your body.

Lemon cayenne pepper drink is very easy to make.

Ingredients needed to make the Cayenne Pepper Detox Drink:

• Lemon Water
• Natural Maple Syrup
• Cayenne Pepper
• Filtered Water
• 10 ounce water container

Directions for this Detox Drink

The following recipe is to make only one serving.

1. Pour 5 ounces of filtered water into your container.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the water.
3. Mix 2 tablespoons of organic grade B maple syrup to the mixture.
4. Then add 1/10 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
5. Add the remaining 5 ounce of filtered water and stir well.

One serving of lemon cayenne pepper drink is ready. A dieter is supposed to drink 6 to 12 servings in a day. You can even make and refrigerate this drink as per your requirement for one day. Don’t store it for more than one day, as the drink should be consumed fresh, so that it is effective.

As there are many speculations about the effectiveness and side-effects of this cleansing diet, always make sure you consult your nutritionist or dietitian before venturing into this diet program.