What Are the Benefits of Detoxing the Body?

What Are the Benefits of Detoxing the Body?
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Detoxing the body is a process that expels excess waste and accumulated toxins from our bodies, according to DetoxGuide.com. Toxins can come from air pollution, smoking, pesticides on produce, heavy metals and many other sources. Having an excess can leave the body tired, achy, and bloated, with a low energy level and poor immune system. A variety of diets are available to detox the body, and all have a plethora of benefits.

Weight Loss

Some weight loss occurs with nearly all detox diets and it tends to be one of the most popular reasons for beginning a detox. However, it should be considered cautiously because most of the weight lost will be water weight, which is very easy to gain back, according to QuickCare.org. While detoxes may not be designed for permanent weight loss, they are a good stepping stone because they lead to more energy for exercise and more motivation for eating healthy and changing lifestyle habits. Detoxes involving fasts are the best way to prepare the body for weight loss. They include the water-only fast, water and herbal tea fast, juice fast, fruit fast and rice fast, among others. QuickCare.org recommends doing a detox fast for no longer than a week.

Increased Energy

Increasing your energy level is one of the most celebrated benefits of a detox diet, according to DetoxGuide.com. By removing excess toxins and pollutants from the body, your organs and systems are free to focus on functions other than waste removal. When the body is running in peak shape and all functions are receiving attention, you're less sluggish and tired, and you have increased energy and alertness, according to QuickCare.org.

Improved Complexion

One of the benefits of detoxing the body is improving your complexion and providing relief for skin conditions such as acne and redness. If the body has an excess of toxins that can't quickly and effectively be processed through the kidneys and bowls, they can be expelled through the skin and cause pimples, blackheads, cysts, and other painful skin conditions, according to Health911.com. Detoxing will help the body get rid of excess toxins so that it can efficiently process waste in the future.

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Article reviewed by GlennK Last updated on: Jun 4, 2010

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