The Green Magnet (superhero heavy metal detox drink) from BodyUnburdened

The Green Magnet (superhero heavy metal detox drink)

June 25, 2014

Every superhero deserves a super cool name.


And why should superhero status be relegated to just buff dudes in tights? What about all of the unsung heroes out there? Don’t they deserve superhero status and a super cool name to boot? And I’m not just talking about the cat that saved the kid from the dog or your local Fire Chief (both heroes in my book).
I’m taking about cilantro, parsley, and chlorella! Because goodness gracious, these guys are STRONG: they are powerful natural chelating agents, helping eliminate persistent heavy metals from your system.

Thus from here on out this super trio is being dubbed The Green Magnet.

Note to self: make a pint-glass-sized cape in free time.

Cilantro

Cilantro is AMAZING for removing heavy metals such as mercury, aluminum, and lead from the body. According to according to Robert C. Atkins MD, taking 400 mg of cilantro a day can remove most heavy metals from the body in just two weeks.

Parsley

Parsley is a natural diuretic, which stimulates the kidneys. Parsley is also rich in vitamin C, chlorophyll, beta-carotene, vitamin K, and folate, which are all help support the body’s natural detox systems. It also raises glutathione levels which supports the liver.

Chlorella

Chlorella is a binding agent that helps eliminate the heavy metals removed by cilantro. Binders prevent your body from reabsorbing the toxins, which is very important. It is also rich in vitamins A and C, magnesium, and zinc, which support your body’s detox systems.

The Green Magnet:

I make this heavy metal detox drink 1-2 times a week and definitely do not do so for taste, though it tastes very fresh and… green. Rather, I drink it strictly to help aid detox.

• 12 oz filtered water
• 1/8 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/8 cup fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon chlorella

Throw all of the ingredients in blender, blend until smooth, and then bottoms-up!

All superheroes have their kryptonite… Some important things to note.

DO NOT detox in any way, shape, or form if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
DO NOT attempt to detox heavy metals without using a binding agent such as chlorella.
If you are new to detoxing, start off small and be sure to do your own homework! Check out the further reading links below as a jumping-off point.

Sources and further reading:

• Natural News, Cilantro helps detox heavy metals
• Natural News, Top foods that chelate the body of heavy metals
• Food Matters, 4 Simple Detox Tips For The New Year
• Dr. Mercola, Chlorella: Detox Agent for Heavy Metals
• Dr. Mercola, Revised Protocol for Detoxifying Your Body from Mercury Exposure
• Dr. Mercola, Use This Superfood to Help Remove Mercury From Your Tissues in Weeks
• Health Central, Preventing and Eliminating Heavy Metal Toxins