False

„Detox and juice cleanses purge the body of toxins.”

Liver and kidneys “detox” continuously; no cleanse has ever named a measurable toxin it removes (Klein & Kiat 2015 review). Juice cleanses bring sugar loads and muscle loss. What actually helps: cutting alcohol, fibre, sleep.

Sources

Klein AV, Kiat H. Detox diets for toxin elimination and weight management: a critical review of the evidence. J Hum Nutr Diet (2015) ↗

Last reviewed: 6 September 2026

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