5 detox myths & facts to know about

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Detox diets, water, tea and cleansing have been circulating around the Internet for quite some time, being pegged as the latest revolutionary way to lose weight and remove toxins from the body. However, the way these detox diets are done can bring more harm than good to a person's health so before embarking on one, make sure that your are aware of what's the real deal from not.

Here is a list of 5 detox myths and facts that people need to know before trying on any detox diets.

MYTH: Detox is the best way to quickly shed away excess fats in the body.
FACT: According to Six Pack Fitness, while detox can surely make a person to rapidly lose weight, a person will also quickly regain them back once she ends the detox. Eating a well-balanced diet and doing regular exercise are better in weight loss because not only is it healthy for the person but it also avoid getting back the "rebound weight". Yes it is slower but at the end of the day, you have reached your desirable body weight and at the same time, have prevented any weight gain during the process.

MYTH: Liquid detox can eliminate toxins from the body.
FACT: Unfortunately, there is no truth from this, Women's Health Magazine writes. There is no better way to remove harmful invaders from the body than cleaning-up the colon, kidneys, and liver and according to Dr. Stephen Dahmer, the best way to do this is through proper eating habits, working out, and saying no to smoking.

MYTH: Detox supplements work wonders to the body.
FACT: Using these products can lead to adverse medical conditions to the body, such as liver and colon damage, and may even cause mood swings or psychological effects, The Belief Net reports. While they do support kidney, bowel and colon function through the removal of body metals, some studies have discovered that if used without any medical consultation or together with medications, it can lead to death.

MYTH: Drinking excessive amounts of water can detox the body.
FACT: Six Pack Fitness adds that overconsumption of water may lead to headaches, disorientation and nausea so even if it helps in cleaning out the kidneys and liver, drinking too much may not be the best advice. Registered dietitian Connie Diekman shares it is still best to consume nine 8oz of water daily.

MYTH: Sauna can help release toxins from the body.
FACT: While it is true that sweat is a great vehicle for small amount of toxins to get out of the body, inducing heavy sweating may break and impair the body's natural detox system, Women's Health Magazine writes. It's best to let nature takes it's course and do your detoxing in the bathroom.