Are You Planning a Cleanse or Detox? Read This First

cheryl

cheryl

Administrator
Staff member
Are You Planning a Cleanse or Detox? Read This First - Cleveland Clinic

Find out what's true about these regimens

You hear a lot about the supposed health benefits of a cleanse or detox, designed to eliminate toxins from your body. There are many claims about various detox regimens, which could be in the form of a fast, diet, drink or powder.

Removing toxins has questionable benefits, including:
  • Improved energy.
  • Weight loss.
  • Relief from constipation.
  • Resolved headaches, muscle aches and fatigue.
Sounds great, right? What you may not realize is that our bodies naturally detox! Our digestive tract, liver, kidneys and skin are responsible for breaking down toxins for elimination through urine, stool or sweat. Here we talked to registered dietitian Kate Patton, MEd, RD, CSSD, LD, to get the low down on detoxes.
 
Top