The Kinoki detox is a pad that sticks to the sole of your foot. As you sleep, the pad is supposed to pull heavy metals, parasites, chemicals and other toxins out of your system. Kinoki detox pads, along with other foot detox products, have been met with criticism from the medical community, and there are no significant scientific studies that support or oppose Kinoki's claims. The Federal Trade Commission has even charged Kinoki with deceptive advertising, requesting that the company reimburse consumers for an ineffective product. Consult your physician if you are considering using the Kinoki detox program, or if you have any questions regarding the legitimacy of these foot detox pads.
Cleansing
Kinoki's primary claim is that the pads cleanse your body by removing heavy metals, parasites, metabolic waste and other toxins your body absorbs from food, drink, and air. The foot pads, stuck to your soles as you sleep, use natural ingredients--wood vinegar and bamboo vinegar are the primary two--that act as a magnet for your bodily toxins. The Kinoki detox pads are also supposed to help cleanse your lymphatic system.
Increased Immunity
Kinoki also claims that their foot pads relieve the stress and burden on your immune system. Their advertising suggests that with fewer toxins for your body to process, your immune system will be healthier and stronger, and more able to focus on fighting other germs and infections in your body.
Increased Energy
Kinoki states that their foot pads will provide you with more energy after use. Their logic here is that fewer toxins in your body means your immune system is using less energy to cleanse your body, leaving more energy to be redistributed to your other daily activities.
Decreased Weight
The makers of Kinoki detox pads claim that you will lose weight while using their products. The pads are supposed to draw excess cellulite out of your body, making you skinnier as you continue to use them.
Other Health Benefits
Kinoki claims that their foot detox pads will provide you with other health benefits. Allegedly, the Kinoki detox will help lower your blood pressure and treat depression. Kinoki also claims that their detox will help you sleep better, combat fatigue, provide relief from arthritis and backaches, and help treat diabetes.
References
- Mayo Clinic: Detox Foot Pads: Do They Really Work?
- Everyday Health: Kinoki Detox Foot Pads - A Scambuster Report
- ABC: Ridding Yourself of Toxins, or Money?
- FTC Charges Marketers of Kinoki Foot Pads with Deceptive Advertising, Seeks Funds for Consumer Redress
- Vanderbilt University: Detox with a Foot Pad



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