A variety of “detoxification” diets, regimens, and therapies—sometimes called “detoxes” or “cleanses”—have been suggested as ways to remove toxins from your body, lose weight, or promote health.
“Detoxification” programs may involve a single process or a variety of approaches. These include:
- Fasting
- Drinking only juices or similar beverages
- Eating only certain foods
- Using dietary supplements or other commercial products
- Using herbs
- Cleansing the colon (lower intestinal tract) with enemas, laxatives, or colon hydrotherapy (also called “colonic
- irrigation” or “colonics”)
- Reducing environmental exposures
- Using a sauna.
These programs may be advertised commercially, offered at health centers, or part of naturopathic treatment.