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Are Detox Diets Right for You?

You may have heard the term “Detox Diet” and wondered if it is something you should try.  In order to help you make the right decision for you and your health, it is important to first know what a detox diet is.

What is a detox diet?

A detox diet is a diet whose main purpose is to eliminate toxins from the body.  It should be pointed out that not everyone believes that the body stores toxins, or that a detox diet can successfully remove toxins in the body.  Toxins generally come from preservatives, pesticides and your body’s own waste.  There are many kinds of detoxification diets that require the dieter to undergo various lifestyle or dietary changes for a period of time.

They include:

•    Fasting, including water fasting and juice fasting
•    Food combining
•    Calorie restriction
•    Herbal detox

How do you decide what is right for you?
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