What Is the Truth about Detox Diets?

Some detox diets are controversial, therefore care and advice should be sought before starting one.

Detox diets are undertaken to clean out your system of toxins and poisons. They are not recommended for everyone especially if you have any medical condition such as diabetes or a heart condition, also not recommended for anyone suffering from an eating disorder. Teenagers are another group that should not use a detox diet because it will rob their bodies of important vitamins and minerals that their bodies need during this phase of growth and development.

This type of diet is not specifically designed for you to lose weight but this could be one of the side effects. There are also some other bad side effects that you may suffer like headaches, fatigue, hunger and skin problems such as acne.

During this diet, you will eat a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables. The vegetables are mainly raw so that you are getting the maximum benefit from the natural vitamins and minerals. Over the next few days, because you have eliminated certain foods from you normal diet and you may be taking some type of tablet or powder laxative that you have bought from your pharmacist, your system will start to clean itself. Eating natural foods like fruit and vegetables will improve the function of the liver, kidneys and intestines.

Because you have changed you diet and you may also be taking some form of laxative, be prepared to make frequent visits to the bathroom. During this time, you should drink lots of water and fluids to prevent dehydration.

There is no medical evidence at the moment that these diets are effective.  The body normally does its own cleaning process. When you are healthy, and you have a good diet, it should not be necessary. If you think you should commit yourself to doing this diet, it may be advisable to seek medical advice first. Remember it could be detrimental to some people if they have some known health conditions.

There are other diets that maybe more suitable for you.

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