1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Alternative Medicine

Should I Eat Chicken on a Detox Diet?
Ask Dr. Cathy Wong

By , About.com Guide

Updated: February 01, 2008

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board

Q:

"Hello, I was just wondering whether I could eat chicken during my 2 week detox diet program. Thank you, Emily"

--Emily
Australia

A:

Dear Emily,

Chicken is a part of some detox diets. Another option is to eat organic chicken during the first week only and in the second week eat vegetable sources of protein.

Explore Alternative Medicine
About.com Special Features

A Balanced Life

Bring your life into balance with tips on good nutrition, family fun, and healthy activities. More >

Spotlight on Health: Triglycerides

Learn more about triglycerides, the most common type of body fat, and how you can manage them. More >

We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.
  1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Alternative Medicine
  4. Q & A
  5. Q & A Library
  6. Should I Eat Chicken During a Detox Diet?

©2010 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.