In today's society, where everybody is health conscious, detox drinks are in the limelight as a natural way to cleanse the system, increase metabolism and lose weight. When made with fresh fruit, veggies, herbs and spices, these drinks are formulated to rid your body of nasty toxins, improve digestion, boost your metabolism and tool your fat-burning dream machine up for maximum efficiency. Detox drinks are not a magic solution for melting pounds, but they can prove a useful add-on to a healthy diet and fitness program. Here are the best detox drinks that you can use to lose the extra weight and enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

1. Lemon and Ginger Detox Water

Lemon and ginger water is one of the easiest and most effective detox drinks. Lemon is high in vitamin C, which helps to promote healthy liver function and detoxification, while ginger aids in digestion and is thermogenic, meaning it increases the temperature in the body and can help burn fat. Metabolism and bloating warm lemon-ginger water in the morning. The daily dose of an elixir made from squeezing a lemon in warm water mixed with turmeric also helps shed off the belly flab.

2. Green Tea with Mint

Green tea is also known for its fat-burning effects, thanks to its high levels of catechins, particularly EGCG, which sturdy research suggests can help blast adipose tissue. By adding fresh mint you not only have a nice flavor, but it also has a digestive and appetite reducing. Green tea helps to keep the metabolism ticking over and prevent snacking.

3. Cucumber Lemon Mint Infused Water

This refreshing detox beverage is perfect for hydration and getting rid of some extra water weight. Cucumber is a natural diuretic, lemon aids digestion, and mint is a stomach soother. Having a pitcher of this infused water in the fridge makes it easy to stay hydrated throughout the day, combat bloating and lose weight.

4. Turmeric and Honey Detox Tea

Turmeric's active ingredient curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory, supports liver detoxification and may protect against the build-up of visceral fat. Stew turmeric in warm water and a pinch of black pepper (to help with absorption) and a teaspoon of honey for a warm beverage that will stoke your metabolism.

5. Beetroot and Carrot Juice

This beetroot and carrot drink is full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins, and can keep your liver clean and help with digestion. This shots natural sweetness is the best that natural sugars contained in these two vegetables can provide, and you don't have to drink a lot to fill the “need for sugar” and benefits from the energy boost it gives you.

Like anything else, one has to drink it regularly to get its benefits rather than just using it as a last minute detox. Drinking a metabolism-enhancing beverage such as lemon-ginger water or green tea first thing in the early morning sets the ideal tone for digestion. Drinking infusions all day long will not only help you stay hydrated, which is necessary for fat metabolism. Moreover, you can simply swap your existing soft drinks or high calorie content juices with the homemade detox drinks to get cut off from the excess calorie consumption.

But keep in mind that detox drinks aren't exactly a magical solution, they're most effective when paired with a nourishing diet, physical activity, and enough sleep. Relying too much on detox drinks to the exclusion of solid food can cause you to become nutrient deficient and feel absolutely pooped.

All in all, detox drinks are great for digestion, and you can just keep a bottle in your fridge for your daily use. They won't replace a good diet and exercise, but they can certainly augment your efforts, the natural way. And now, with the right combination of ingredients and a little determination, you can make your own detox drinks to get in shape as your body craves. And as always, talk to a doctor before making any big changes to your diet, especially if you have any existing health conditions.