The detoxes that I am referring to in this article are all the bogus, often unregulated products, that are relentlessly marketed to an uninformed public.
Commercial detoxes sell well, not because they work, but because they do not tell you to change your lifestyle.
"Fundamentally, it's an issue with traditional
detoxes," says Jeff Brucker, VP of Marketing.
* A woman, who was treated with oral and IV detoxes by an integrative Lyme doctor for severe headaches and other health problems, reported: "My headache became 10 times worse and the brain felt as if covered by bricks.
Why Are Such Bad Things Happening to Such Good People and Their Detoxes?
You offer 5- and 12-day
detoxes. What's the difference?
Andrew Langford, the trust's chief executive, said: "While people go on January
detoxes to 'rejuvenate' their liver, it would actually be more beneficial to adopt a more long-term attitude to achieving good liver health.
So many diets and
detoxes vary in method and severity.
The success rates of chemical
detoxes are in single figures."
But the lack of science on these detoxes and cleanses should tell you something.
Basically, all the studies supporting detoxes are bad studies, and many of them were paid for by the companies that make the detox products.
Historically, naturopathic physicians and other alternative practitioners have used
detoxes to remove environmental toxins, identify food intolerances, address inflammation, and prevent chronic, degenerative conditions.
"Even if past
detoxes have left you feeling defeated and discouraged, or maybe the idea of cleansing make you just a tad queasy, the tips I'll be sharing can make detox a positive experience," says Roth.
Repeat every night for a week and you will see that the patches will be cleaner in the morning as your body
detoxes.They cost pounds 19.99 for a box of seven, available from Champneys and at Sainsbury's.
Repeat every night for a week and you will see that the patches will be cleaner in the morning as your body
detoxes.They cost EUR29 for a box of seven, available from Champneys and at Sainsbury's.