How it works:
Also known as the “lemonade diet” or “maple syrup diet” promoted in a series of books written by nutrition guru Stanley Burroughs, the diet puts the body into a starvation mode in which fat cells are burned for energy. Toxins stored in fat cells are supposed to be released and flushed away.
The main ingredients of the diet are lemon juice, maple syrup and cayenne pepper. Followers drink from six to 12 glasses of the concoction each day for 10 days, combined with a glass of salt water in the morning and a laxative tea in the evening. No solid food is allowed.
After the 10-day cleanse, people are advised to gradually go back to normal eating, starting with vegetable soup and orange juice.
Downsides:
Liquid bowel movements are a messy side effect. Going 10 days without food, plus consuming only a minimal amount of nutrients (given the drink’s ingredients) can add unnecessary stress on the body and potentially put health at risk. Trying to stick to the estimated 650-calorie-a-day diet (compared to the normal recommended amount of 1,600 to 2,400 calories a day) can result in feeling constantly hungry. Once dieters resume their normal eating habits, the weight lost will likely be regained. ";
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How it works:
Started by nurse and naturopathic doctor Roni DeLuz, this diet is billed as a detox diet that also results in weight loss (21 pounds in 21 days). Dieters drink juice mixtures, protein shakes and vegetable purees, as well as herbal cleansing formulas and teas. They’re instructed to buy the recommended supplements and vitamins from DeLuz’s Web site.
Dieters are also advised to drink 64 ounces of distilled water daily. No solid food is allowed. In addition, colonics, coffee enemas and massages are recommended to flush out substances.
Downsides:
One component of the diet bills itself as a “round the clock” intestinal cleansing program. Nighttime cleansing may mean sleeping hours spent in the bathroom.
Returning to usual eating patterns after a 21-day fast could result in bloating and some digestive problems. People with high blood pressure, heart problems or slightly troubled kidney function should check with a doctor before trying it. "; DetoxDiets_compare[i++] = new Array("","Fruit Flush","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photos/070517/070517_diets_sturgill_04.hsmall.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "left", "", "", "273", "174", "#000000", "", "", "", ""); DetoxDiets_compare[i-1].body = "The Fruit Flush Diet
How it works:
The plan promises up to 9 pounds of weight loss within 72 hours.
The first day involves consuming a protein drink every two hours. Unlike water-based fasts that merely flush toxins out, the Fruit Flush claims to “feed your muscles and switch your body into a fat-burning mode.”
On following days, dieters eat 100 calories of fruit every two hours, with a large salad and a protein drink at dinnertime. For maximum benefit, dieters are instructed to follow the plan once a week for up to 12 weeks. According to creator Jay Robb, the special enzymes in fruit accelerate fat burning.
Downsides:
Dieters who don’t like fruit and vegetables may struggle with the plan. Only fresh fruits and vegetables (ideally organic) are allowed, which can add to the diet’s cost.";
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How it works:
The Fast Track One-Day Detox Diet is advertised as a multi-part program for healthy living. It is low in calories and has a fairly aggressive laxative component, contributing to rapid weight loss.
The fasting portion of the detox plan is just one day. Followers prepare for the fast with a weeklong diet of low-carb, high-protein foods and vegetables designed to prep the liver for the detox process. The daylong fast consists of sipping a “Miracle Juice” concoction of unsweetened cranberry, orange and lemon juice seasoned with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. The fast ends with several days of gradually adding foods intended to restore healthy bacteria in the colon.
The diet is intended to improve the state of the liver and colon, leaving more of the body’s energy for healing and regenerating healthy cells.
Downsides:
During the one-day fast, dieters are required to drink 8 cups of the diet’s “Miracle Juice” and 72 ounces of filtered water, which may be challenging for some.
Given the amount of fluids consumed in a day, healthy kidney function is very important. Children, people with diabetes, heart problems, and pregnant or nursing women should steer clear of aggressive fasting diets. "; DetoxDiets_compare[i++] = new Array("","Joshi","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photos/070517/070517_detixDiet_vsmall.hsmall.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "left", "Hodder Mobius", "", "273", "206", "#000000", "", "", "", ""); DetoxDiets_compare[i-1].body = "Joshi Detox Diet
How it works:
Boasting celebrity followers such as Gwyneth Paltrow, the goal of the Joshi diet is to return the body to its naturally alkaline state by altering the pH (acid/alkaline) balance in the body. According to holistic health practitioner Nish Joshi, the human body is healthiest in a slightly alkaline state because of improved digestion and disease protection.
The diet avoids acidic, toxic and refined foods including red meat, dairy, fruit (except bananas), wheat, nuts, sugar and sweets, potatoes, coffee and tea. For 21 days dieters eliminate acid-forming foods and eat from a fairly limited list of acceptable meats, brown rice, fish, produce and grains. Other recommended foods include poultry, certain cheeses, yogurt, dark green vegetables, soy, legumes and olive oil.
The diet claims it will reduce stress in the digestive system, allow the body to process food more efficiently and stop foods from being stored as fat.
Downsides:
Joshi admits the first 48 hours are pretty unpleasant with potential headaches, stomach pains, nausea and fatigue. It’s recommended to chew foods eight to 12 times before swallowing. For best result, dieters are advised to consult with the London-based clinic in person.";
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