Detox Decision Making Tool

Dr Bill Sukala · Jan 3, 2025

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Which detox is right for you? Find out below
Additional Reading

So you’re thinking about trying a detox product? Maybe it’s a detox tea? A special juice cleanse?

No matter what detox product you’re considering trying, this handy scientifically-proven detox decision-making tool is your trustworthy guide.

Which detox is right for you? Find out below

Detox Decision Tool

Answer two quick questions about your organ health and health goal to get a personalised detox recommendation.

Kidney status

Liver status

Primary health goal

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Organ Status Result

Congratulations! No detox necessary!

If your kidneys and liver are working normally then you have all the natural detox fire power you need! Products like so-called detox teas do not actually detox you at all. They are simply overpriced teas loaded with diuretics and laxatives which can have negative health consequences if used too frequently.

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Your Health Goal

Looking to lose body fat?

Did you know that detoxes do NOT cause you to lose stored body fat? The companies that sell detox products imply this in their marketing, but it is, in fact, a false claim. However, they do cause temporary weight loss on the bathroom scale because detoxes are loaded with diuretics and laxatives (so you lose water and feces). Once you stop using the products, you will gain back all the weight.

Toxins? Really? Name them.

Detox advertising likes to wrap itself around the so-called 'clean eating' movement. The implication is that by 'detoxing', you are removing dirty toxins which are causing you to gain weight and feel bad. But in reality, there are no toxins making you unhealthy. The unhealthy modern lifestyle — rich in refined, processed, high-calorie foods and a lack of activity — is the real culprit. If you really want to detox yourself, put down the colas, chips, and burgers and: (1) eat more fruits and vegetables; (2) get regular physical activity; (3) reduce stress levels; (4) maintain healthy social connections; and (5) get adequate sleep.

Additional Reading

If you're confused about detoxes and the marketing used to sell them, be sure to check out these links to help turn the scales in your favour.