Should you detox your body regularly?

Detoxification is the process of removing toxins from the body. In medicine, this term is only used when treating people poisoned by drugs, alcohol, heavy metals… under medical supervision. The human body has a complete natural elimination system, including the liver, kidneys, lungs, skin and intestines. These organs have the ability to work 24/7 to remove toxins. Therefore, a healthy body does not need additional detoxification.

Detoxing the body in ways such as completely fasting, drinking only lemon water or juice for many days, using anal enemas… can cause the body to become dehydrated and damage the liver and kidneys. Absorbing nutrients from fruit and vegetable juices leads to insulin resistance, increasing the risk of diabetes and obesity.

Detox regularly by using juice for a long time and completely abstaining from other foods causes the body to lack many important micronutrients. People with underlying medical conditions can make the disease worse. People with gout eat too much fruit, loading glucose into the body, creating uric acid. Hypertensive people who lack magnesium due to a restrictive diet are susceptible to cardiovascular disease.

Raw vegetables used for detox may contain parasites, if the processing is not guaranteed. Heavy metal poisoning when using herbs and detox drugs of unknown origin can also occur. When detoxing, the body is starved for too long, the liver increases fat breakdown to produce energy, leading to excessive accumulation of ketone bodies.

Interfering with the digestive tract by improper enema methods such as using lemon, salt, coffee or solutions of unknown origin causes intestinal motility disorders and bleeding.

There is currently no scientific evidence for a detox diet to remove toxins. To support the liver, kidneys, and intestines to function effectively, you can apply scientific detoxification methods such as drinking 1.5-2 liters of water a day and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Nutrition should be balanced, providing adequate energy, protein, unsaturated fats, essential vitamins and minerals…

You should eat lots of green vegetables, fresh fruits, and whole grains to supplement fiber and antioxidants (vitamins C, E, carotenoids, polyphenols) to help protect cells from free radicals. Turmeric, garlic, green tea, artichokes, broccoli, carrots… also help support liver function. When provided with adequate nutrients, the body’s immunity is enhanced and is able to fight against harmful agents from the environment.

You need to limit alcohol, smoking, and processed foods. Exercise regularly, relieve stress, get enough sleep to increase blood circulation and support metabolism. If using detox for weight loss or beauty… you should monitor your body and stop if you feel tired, dizzy, dizzy, or nauseous.