There's no such thing as a 'detox' – so let's ban the word
Using the word detox to promote drinks such as tea as well as food and other products is essentially meaningless. Time to give it a rest, says Anthony Warner
For those who rail against overinflated health claims on the things we consume or use, the term detox has long been a bugbear. The implication that foods, drinks, diet plans, spa treatments or even hair straighteners can somehow fast-track poisons out of your body has no basis in science, yet has been made real in the public’s mind by constant repetition.
Thankfully, anyone with a functioning liver, kidneys and digestive system doesn’t need any help removing toxins – most are broken down or excreted within hours. There is no firm evidence that juices, smoothies or electrical appliances make…
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