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Swimsuit season sparks discussion about these restrictive diets.

Detox diets. Every year, people start asking questions about them, especially when swimsuit season nears.

Detoxification is the process of removing toxic substances from a living organism or environment.

Detox diets typically involve a period of fasting, followed by a strict diet of raw vegetables, fruit and fruit juices, and water. Some include supplements and herbs; others call for colon cleanses.

Methods include chelation therapy, colon hydrotherapy, dietary supplements, special diets and liquid fasts.

Popular detox diets for weight loss include the One Pound a Day Detox, the 10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse and The Master Cleanse. Each promotes rapid weight loss, is very restrictive in calories, and claims to remove toxins from the body.

While research shows there are indeed toxins in human bodies and that there can be negative health effects from these toxins, there is no scientific evidence that detox diets actually remove toxins from the body. Medical disclaimers state the diets are based on the opinions and ideas of the author and that anyone attempting these diets should consult with a physician beforehand.

So why do so many people claim to feel better after detoxification? It may be due in part to the fact that a detox diet eliminates highly processed foods that have solid fats and added sugar.

When used for weight loss, these diets are very restrictive, expensive, unrealistic, and hard to follow. While there may be some weight loss for those who manage to successfully stick to the plan, most will have difficulty keeping the weight off once the diet has ended.

For those who insist on trying a detox diet, it is highly recommended that you consult a physician before starting it.

This may not be the advice people want to hear especially during the aforementioned swimsuit season but slow and steady wins the race. It is far better to adopt a healthy, balanced diet that enables you to lose weight gradually over time and keep it off.

Abby Eberly is a registered dietitian at Saint Vincent Hospital.

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