Juice fasting

Juice fasting, also known as juice cleansing, is a type of fasting that restricts intake to juices from fruits and vegetables. This practice is a type of detoxification and is often used for weight loss.

Overview

Juice fasting involves consuming only fruit and vegetable juices for a certain period, typically one to three days. Some people also use juice fasting as a form of alternative medicine. Proponents believe that the practice can lead to various health benefits, including weight loss, detoxification, and improved focus and clarity.

Health effects

While juice fasting can lead to short-term weight loss, this is not a sustainable method for long-term weight management. The weight lost during a juice fast is often water weight, which can be quickly regained once the fast is over and normal eating habits are resumed.

Juice fasting can also lead to nutrient deficiencies, as juices lack many of the essential nutrients found in whole fruits and vegetables. This can lead to various health problems, including fatigue, dizziness, and low blood sugar.

Criticism

Many health professionals and dietitians criticize juice fasting for its potential health risks. They argue that the practice can lead to nutrient deficiencies, muscle loss, and other health problems. They also point out that there is little scientific evidence to support the health benefits claimed by proponents of juice fasting.

See also

• Fasting
• Detoxification (alternative medicine)
• Weight loss
• Alternative medicine

References

Juice fasting Resources
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