Body Cleanse: Do Detox Diets Really Work?

Feeling as if your body needs a reset after a stretch of questionable food and drink decisions? A body cleanse might sound like a practical answer, but do detox diets and supplements really help? In this episode, we explore whether your body needs help detoxifying itself and how to support optimal health.

Expert: Dr. Kyle Mueller, Primary Care Physician

Interviewer: Katie McCallum

Notable topics covered:

• Are greasy foods, sugary snacks and alcohol truly “toxic” to the body?
• Your body is naturally detoxifying itself all the time
• What does a detox diet do for the body?
• The hidden harms of juice cleanses
• Should you try a detox supplement instead?
• Why “cheat days” don’t work for everyone
• The principles of keeping a healthy body

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