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Feb 24, 2012

The Pros and Cons of Detox Diets

February 24, 2012 By Carleenp 2 Comments

If you really want to kick-start your weight management routine, then there is perhaps no better way than with a detox diet. What's a detox diet? Well, it is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: it is a diet that cleanses (detoxes) your system. And detox diets make a lot of huge claims, both physically and mentally. So, should you go on a detox diet? Well, before you make that decision, you should first consider the pros and cons.

Pros:

Energy. It is a well-established fact that detoxifying your system can greatly increase your energy. Weight Loss. Unlike most other diets, detox diets are not necessarily aimed at the sole purpose of losing weight. However, weight loss is a natural byproduct of the detox process - and the weight generally comes off rather quickly.

Detoxification. One of the most dramatic and long-lasting effects of a detox diet is the detoxification of the body. When you cleanse your body of harmful chemicals that tend to be stored in the fat, your body is all-around healthier and less prone to illness.

Better eating habits. Because detox diets often focus on taking in only fruits and vegetables, and completely cutting out fatty and processed foods, going on a detox diet can be a jump start to establishing healthy eating habits that will last long after the diet is over.

Cons:

Detox methods. Although there are many different types of detox diets, most every one of them involves putting yourself through some uncomfortable processes. Examples of detox methods that can be difficult to withstand include fasting (sometimes for days) and colonics (similar to enemas).

Side effects. You can expect to experience some unpleasant side effects throughout the detox process, such as headaches, fatigue, emotional instability, difficulty sleeping, and more.

Malnutrition. Some doctors report that they see many patients who suffer from problems associated with malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies because of detox diets. That's understandable, considering detox diets are so strictly regimented when it comes to food - some even requiring you to eat little to nothing for extended periods of time - and any time you completely cut any one of the food groups out (even fat), you risk throwing your system off balance.

As you can see, there are many things to consider - both good and bad - before you embark on a detox diet. Also, remember that there are many different types of detox diets out there, so you should do your research to find the one best suited for you. And, as always, consult with your doctor first.

About the Author: Leonore Cuello is an EKG technician who works in a nutrition office that specializes in working with patients who have had bariatric surgery. Make sure you speak to a qualified nutritionist before trying any type of diet or detox to ensure your personal safety.

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Nov 7, 2011

Guest Post: Tiny Things That Make Detoxification Work

November 7, 2011 By Guest Post 2 Comments

With the passage of time, most of us have finally understood the value of eating healthy food and keeping our body internally, as well as, externally fit. Detoxification is one process that helps you achieve both goals side by side, yes; it not only cleanses your body by removing toxic wastes but also helps you burn stubborn body fat.

Following a proper fruits or vegetable juice detox diet, however, can only achieve this, with juices making this process even purer. One can always experiment while going on an all-raw fruits or vegetables diet by blending a combination of both foods together. The same could be done with juices, add new tastes to your drinks as it proves to be a big motivator for many.

Apart from this, herbal teas and lemon juice play a major role in the detoxification process, but don’t forget to substitute sugar with maple syrup in your lemon drink. The best part about juice fasting is that you don’t have to follow any particular juice diet recipes, take any vegetable or fruit from your fridge, put it through your juicer or in your blender and a meal is prepared within minutes.

Moreover, once your body gets accustomed to this diet, the effects are seen not only in your physique but also in your skin. While your body is being cleansed from the inside, the outer image starts looking even better. But all this is done only if the correct methods and ways are used to carry out the whole procedure.

You might spend fortunes on picking the best food products for yourself that would obviously consume a lot of time too but they might not help you reduce even an inch. That is because you are so lost trying to figure out complexities and forget about the simplest yet most important things.

Have you ever wondered how many hazardous chemicals pass down inside your body while you are sipping water from a plastic bottle? Many researchers have proved that plastic bottles are quite harmful for human body and can even add up some calories. Another major aspect of getting the most out of this process is by reading labels on every food item you buy.

It is definitely not an easy job but one should have some idea as to what he is consuming. If the label contains a lot of unknown names, skip the item and try finding a substitute.

Last but not least, make the best use of your juicer/blender, juice as many fresh and seasonal fruits and juices every day. They not only give nutrients to your body but also revitalize your whole body.

Kari Kenseth is the owner of this Juice Diet Blog, raising awareness about the benefits of juicing and doing a raw food
cleanse.

Filed Under: Detox Tagged With: Detox Diet, juice detox, juice diet

Sep 28, 2011

A Detox Diet Diary

September 28, 2011 By Carleenp Leave a Comment

The article linked below tracks one author’s week through a detox diet plan. The Detox itself is a one day juice fast, but the program includes a one week prequel that involves a special diet (the Fast Track Detox Diet) with the goal of safely dieting and cleansing. I tend to be highly skeptical of these things and think that a lot of the detox juices and diets that you can purchase very well may be a big scam and waste of money, and perhaps also unsafe. But I have also heard reports from time to time of detox diets and liver cleanses working wonders for melasma, which is a particular concern of mine. This particular detox plan also does intrigue me since it doesn’t seem to flat out require a lot of expensive purchases and it comes with some pretty good consumer reviews on the various bookstore sites. With that said, a few reviews also mention additional marketed products and some reviewers did not like the results. So color me intrigued, yet also conflicted.

After reading the author’s diary, I’m not sure that I really want to try this, as the juice fast day did not sound pleasant, but he author saw noticeable results in her skin appearance, especially in regard to sun damaged dark spots, and she has photos to prove it up. She also lost 5 pounds. So, I’m at least considering it. To learn more and read this interesting diary, click on through below.

I Tried a One-Day Detox -- Would You?
We are exposed to toxins all the time, so it is logical that we should periodically cleanse our bodies of those toxins. But which detox diet is the right one? We followed an editor as she tried the Fast Track Detox Diet plan. Read her diary	This is a TotalBeauty.com diet article

For more information on the diet plan itself, take a look a the book a and consumer reviews on here at Barnes and Nobel. You likely can also find the book and flip through it in the store (something that I plan to do). If you have tried this or another detox plan, please share your experience in the comments!