Smoking leads to all sorts of health issues, including cancer, lung disease, and high blood pressure. Even after we quit, the negative effects of smoking can last for several years. Our Beverly Hills gastroenterologist has gathered 5 simple foods that can help flush the remaining nicotine completely from our systems.

Oranges

Smoking tends to deplete your Vitamin C levels and oranges are high in that. Include more foods rich in Vitamin C to help rid the body of that nasty nicotine by increasing the metabolism, while simultaneously reducing the effects of stress.

Broccoli

Also rich in Vitamin C, broccoli provides similar positive effects as oranges, while also being high in Vitamin B5. As a result, eating more broccoli can also help to boost our energy levels and increase our mental concentration as well.

Carrot juice

Every time we light a cigarette, the nicotine remains inside our bodies for at least 3 full days, wreaking havoc on our skin. Because of this, carrot juice is important in restoring damage to our skin complexion that often comes from smoking. Carrot juice is rich in Vitamins A, C, K, and B, all of which have been proven to help the body eliminate the nicotine at a much faster rate.

Kiwi

This fruit helps restore the depleted levels of Vitamins A, C, and E that smoking can cause. It is a tasty alternative to the traditional broccoli and oranges when you want to change up your diet.

Water

The best addition to any diet, water is known to help rid the body of terrible toxins, including nicotine. Smoking also tends to dehydrate the body, and drinking lots of water will help restore our hydration levels to their normal levels.

About Gi Doctor

Dr. Peyton Berookim is a Beverly Hills gastroenterologist who utilizes state-of-the-art technology to make sure patients get the best care. He has been recognized as a highly skilled colonoscopy doctor and is available for appointments here. Follow him on Facebook and Twitter.