People try detox diets to detoxify the body, lose weight or do both. The Wild Rose Detox Diet, created by a Canadian herbalist named Terry Willard, is less drastic than many detox diets. The diet has many food restrictions, but you don’t have to go hungry. While you may lose weight on the Wild Rose plan, the emphasis is on detoxification.
Wild Rose Detox Plan
The Wild Rose detoxification plan consists of following a diet and supplement regimen for 12 days twice a year, in spring and fall. It claims to eliminate toxins from the body, increase energy and boost your sense of well-being. Three herbal supplements come in the Wild Rose detox kit: Laxaherb, Biliherb and Cleansaherb, plus CL Herbal Extract, a a liquid tincture. The plan claims to detox the liver via these supplements. Some of the herbs, such as sagrada bark, however, may result in explosive diarrhea.
Wild Rose Foods
The diet revolves around eating less acidic foods, cutting out sugar and fat, and increasing the body’s alkaline content. Fruits that are extra-sweet, including pineapple, mangoes, grapes and bananas, are all prohibited, as are dairy products, pasta, most nuts, processed cereals, fruit juice and anything made from wheat flour. Intake of eggs, meat, white rice, coffee and tea are limited. Wild rose mainstays include almonds, buckwheat, berries, brown rice, peaches, pears, apples, tomatoes, soy milk, potatoes and popcorn. You can also eat all the fish, vegetables and herbs you like.
One Wild Rose Dieter’s Experience
Writer Cheryl Embrett tried the Wild Rose Detox Diet and wrote about it for “Today’s Parent” magazine. She advises to plan ahead, making sure your kitchen is well-stocked on the first day of your detox. The diet will be much easier to maintain if you plan out meals and snacks. Embrett said the herbal laxatives hit her hard on the second day, necessitating many bathroom trips. By day three, her child accused her of being cranky. Embrett’s husband joined her on the diet, which she said made it easier to avoid the temptations of sneaking junk food. By the end of the detox, she had lost 4 pounds but was looking forward to trading in rice cakes and hummus for bread and Brie.
Detox Considerations
People considering the wild rose or other detox plans might ask themselves how much detoxing is really necessary. Digestive care expert Brenda Watson advises using common sense. She discourages people from confusing detoxification and weight loss, and thinks they should reconsider any plan that involves strict fasting, cutting out entire food groups or other practices that lead to exhaustion. She warns that these practices can lead to increased cravings and cause people to gain weight. She recommends a high-fiber, low-calorie diet, plenty of water and sleep, and carefully chosen cleansing formulas that support your weight management goals in long-term.
References
- Canadian Living: Detox diets: The truth behind popular detox diets like Martha's Vineyard and Dr. Joshi
- Colon Cleanse Central: Wild Rose Detox Recipes
- Today’s Parent: Diary of a Detox
- Brenda Watson: Spotlight on Natural Detoxification: Fact vs. Fiction
- Botanical Journeys Plant Guides: Wild Rose Detox Recipes
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