Common Detox Diet Questions

Q: How long do people typically stay on a detox diet?

A: One to three weeks is typical. People trying a detox diet for the first time often start with one week.

Q: How can people go on a detox diet when they have a busy schedule?

A: By planning in advance. People often purchase all the groceries needed for the week ahead and cook on the weekend. For example, people can boil brown rice for a few days and keep it in the fridge. Organic, additive-free juices and apple sauce can be used instead of homemade.

Q: What about fasting as a detox method?

A: Fasting can be very effective for certain health conditions, under the supervision of a health practitioner. Learn more about juice fasting.

Q: When is a good day to start a detox diet?

A: If you work from Monday to Friday, begin on a Friday so you have the first few days to relax at home. These are usually the most difficult days.

Q: Is there anyone who shouldn't try a detox diet?

A: It is especially important to consult a qualified health care practitioner if you have a terminal or malignant illness, genetic disease, liver disease, cancer, autoimmune disease, hyperthyroidism, mental illness, diabetes, alcoholism or drug addiction, eating disorder, are chronically underweight, take regular medications or are pregnant. Learn more about detox diets.

Q: What happens after a detox diet?

A: Many of the foods that were eliminated during this diet can be allergenic. A natural health practitioner can help to systematically reintroduce food groups (wheat, dairy, gluten, corn) and note reactions to identify the food groups that may be aggravating health conditions such as sinus congestion, fatigue, skin conditions, arthritis and bloating and constipation. Flare-ups can occur, so supervision is recommended.

A natural health practitioner can help design a long-term dietary plan to maximize health and well-being and prevent disease.