Detox or Cleanse anyone...? Best article Ive read in ages. Please copy and paste onto every Isagenix post you see to help cure this pandemic of ignorance. Here is an excerpt...but click and read the whole thing. Its gold. The notions of detox and toxin have no basis in reality. There is no evidence that toxins accumulate in the body or that any detox program cleanses toxins from the body. The human body has developed a remarkably complex and sophisticated intrinsic detoxification system and doesnt need any help removing waste products. Any product containing the words detox or cleanse is only truly effective at cleansing your wallet of money. Even brief detox diets can cause unpleasant side effects such as decreased energy, lightheadedness, headaches and nausea. Following an extreme detox diet for a long period of time can actually harm the organs that really do have detoxification functions. Detox diets can interfere with blood sugar regulation and cause electrolyte (sodium and potassium) imbalances. They are not recommended for people with diabetes, heart disease, liver or kidney disease or other chronic medical conditions. Pregnant and nursing women should also avoid detox diets. Like most fad diets, detox cleanses are not an effective way to lose body fat. People who cleanse for several days may drop pounds, but this is primarily due to water loss. Longer detox diets can cause loss of muscle mass. Once people complete the detox, they resume their usual diet and regain the weight. Following a detox for long periods can slow the metabolic rate, making it harder to maintain weight loss. Detox supplements can have dangerous side effects. Many of the supplements that are marketed for detox and cleansing are laxatives and diuretics. Potent herbal laxatives such as cascara, senna, buckthorn and aloe induce defecation. They can cause dehydration, electrolyte depletion and dependence if abused. Herbal diuretics such as uva ursa, dandelion, buchu, and horse chestnut increase urination. Massive fluid losses can upset the bodys delicate fluid and electrolyte balance and cause dehydration.
Posted on: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 10:50:26 +0000
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