Many of thesetrendy yet toxic fad dietseliminate entire food groups, while some even nix food altogether.
Why in Grinch’s name would anyone do that, you ask?
At best, a fad diet might help you lose a few pounds.
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At worst, toxic fad diets could do you harm.
You end up taking in fewer calories during the condensed “eating windows.”
“The body doesn’t know the difference between a diet and a famine,” Chaffin says.
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This is a protective response, but it can also be unhealthy.
Like the Fat Flush and others, only water and juice are permitted on this plan.
But she advises against trying cleanse or fasting-style diets.
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“They are counterproductive and do not produce any meaningful change,” says Dr. Escobar.
“Any weight loss will come from losing water weight.”
This is the diet for you, according to the proponents of this Left Coast juice diet.
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But take heed; you’re going to be hungry, and it may end up making you sick.
You end up consuming just 400 calories a day from the juice.
“Added salt is dangerous for people who have hypertension.
High intake of saturated fat puts a strain on your metabolism and cardiovascular system.”
“As soon as you drink enough liquidincluding the teatox productsyou’ll retain the weight back right away.”
Check the ingredients list on teatox products before consuming, but stilldrinker beware.
“Anything that claims to be a ‘cleanse’ or ‘detox’ is a complete joke.
“Protein will satisfy your hunger longer and stabilize your blood glucose.
Then build more fiber-rich vegetables and whole grains into your meals.
