Detox Diet Quiz

Learn about detox diets

Detox, short for detoxification, is the removal of potentially toxic substances from the body. Although detox is primarily thought of as a treatment for alcohol or drug dependence, it is also a term used in alternative medicine to refer to diets, herbs, and other methods of removing environmental and dietary toxins from the body for general health.

While this quiz is not meant to replace a diagnosis or assessment by your doctor, it can help you learn why alternative practitioners recommend this diet. Keep in mind, however, that the effectiveness of such methods haven't been scientifically validated and there are safety concerns with some methods. Always consult your doctor before trying a therapy or making any change to your regular health plan.

Sources

Mark Hyman, MD. UltraMetabolism. New York: Scribner, 2006.

Jacqueline Krohn, MD and Frances Taylor. Natural Detoxification. Vancouver: Hartley & Marks Publishers, 2000.

Cathy Wong, ND, CNS. The Inside-Out Diet. Hoboken: Wiley & Sons, 2007.

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Detox Diet Resources:

• Detox and Cleansing Information Center - Index of articles on detox and cleansing.
• Detox Diet - What does a detox diet involve? This is a sample two week plan.
• Detox Diet Recipes - Sample detox recipes.
• Detox Basics - Learn about detox diets.
• A-Z Conditions and Remedies - Index of remedies for health conditions and diseases.

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