Don’t be fooled by the DETOX diet and hype

written by Pamela McDonald, NP |

Each year, many of my patients are motivated to make change- some patients are willing to try the hottest and latest trend being touted in many health foods stores and vitamins shops to gain those much sort after weight loss results. One trend that maybe confusing and potentially harmful to many people is the recent popularity of DETOX diets , colon cleansing diet drinks and supplements, and so called specialized colon cleaning drinks – as well as the use of colon bowel flushes enhanced with herbs detoxify the colon.

I know of no research that recommends the use of these products for optimal colon and general health. What I do recommend you do is review the research connected to the products that make these claims. Know that the human body is 1000’s of years old and knows how to clean it.

One way to help protect your body is to eat a diet that supports good health in the first place – this requires doing a little research and reading. A diet naturally high in protective antioxidant from fruit and vegetables is supported by research – as well as avoiding processed foods, coffee, alcohol and large amounts of protein in particular from large exposures of animal protein.

Drinking enough pure water is very important to help support frequent urination and is an excellent way to help the body reduce body waste. Allowing the body to detoxify itself is something I am all in favor of by providing the right diet and fluids so it can take care of detoxification naturally.

I also recommend eating a diet higher in grains, starches, fruits and vegetables all containing higher fiber content – these higher fiber containing foods can help support colon health by encouraging regular daily elimination which will help slough off the entire lining of the colon so it can regenerate every day. This natural internal cleaning process occurs automatically if the body is given the ri...

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