cleanses

The U.S. National Library of Medicine defines toxins as, “Substances created by plants and animals that are poisonous to humans.” These include substances like pesticides, pollutants, heavy metals, alcohol (in large quantities), molds, xenobiotics, and various synthetic chemicals. Plenty of...

Westend61 / Getty In a health and fitness trend that crosses gender lines, athletes looking for quick weight loss are increasingly turning to cleanses and detox diets. These rituals are highly touted by big (and small) name celebrity endorsers and espoused by experts claiming to have found the...