Monday, February 17, 2014

Do detox diets offer any health benefits? (From Mayo Clinic)

Do detox diets offer any health benefits?

" ....... Some people report feeling more focused and energetic during and after detox diets. However, there's little evidence that detox diets actually remove toxins from the body. Indeed, the kidneys and liver effectively filter and eliminate most ingested toxins. The benefits from a detox diet may actually come from avoiding highly processed foods that have solid fats and added sugar.

If you're considering a detox diet, get the OK from your doctor first. It's also important to consider possible side effects......." 

For details in full Answers from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D., please visit http://www.mayoclinic.org/detox-diets/expert-answers/faq-20058040

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