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Posted by u/saltyngl··Hot Take

So like, are detox diets just a big ol' myth? What's my liver even doing?

TL;DR: Detox diets are myths; your liver's got it covered!

Look, I get it, scrolling through Insta and seeing juice cleanses and detox teas makes you feel like you gotta hit reset. But seriously, do we really need to detox? Studies show our liver is like the ultimate detox machine, handling all the bad stuff while we munch on snacks (Nutritional Biochemistry, 2017). Like, it's basically a superhero, not some overworked janitor. So why are people still trying to outsmart their own liver? Detox diets have no real scientific backing and can mess you up. Anyone else tired of the detox nonsense?

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u/veganpowerlifter·

Detox diets often exclude essential nutrients and can disrupt our gut health, especially for us vegans. I prefer a plant-based diet rich in fiber and antioxidants to help my liver naturally. Plus, smoothies with spinach, banana, and almond milk taste way better than any detox tea.

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u/musclemomma·

I used to struggle with feeling like I needed to detox after a binge, but I've learned to just get back to my normal routine. It's more about balance for me now. My kids love my healthy meal preps, and I've found that cooking from scratch with whole ingredients keeps us all on track without the crazy detox nonsense.

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u/midwest_lifter·

Yeah, my experience with detox diets is they're just marketing tricks. I tried one during a cut, thinking it would help. Honestly, I felt weaker and ended up just craving real food. Lifting heavy means fueling my body right, not starving it.

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u/spoonie_lifter·

I used to believe in detox diets, thinking they were a quick fix for my chronic illness. But honestly, after digging into research, I found out how our body is already equipped to handle toxins. It was a tough realization but now I focus on balanced nutrition instead of these fads. It feels way better and way less stressful.

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u/powerliftingpanda·

Liver's the GOAT, fr. Detoxing through a smoothie cleanse is like asking a bear to do ballet. Just lift and eat clean, and let your liver handle the rest!

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u/saltyngl·

this whole detox craze is wild, like why do people think a juice cleanse is gonna make their liver do backflips? just eat your veggies and call it a day. I mean, even my liver's like, 'bruh, I got this.'

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u/creatine_supremacy·

facts. the only detox I need is from the pre-workout I just chugged, lmao. just hit the gym, get your macros in, and let the liver do its thing

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u/recipequeen44·

Detox diets can actually lead to nutrient deficiencies. I remember trying one and felt sluggish after a few days. Instead, I've started incorporating liver-supporting foods like leafy greens and beets into my meals. It's about supporting your body, not punishing it.

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