Feeling as if your body needs a reset after a stretch of questionable food and drink decisions? A body cleanse might sound like a practical answer, but do detox diets and supplements really help? In this episode, we explore whether your body needs help detoxifying itself and how to support optimal health. 

Expert: Dr. Kyle Mueller, Primary Care Physician 

Interviewer: Katie McCallum 

Notable topics covered: 

• Are greasy foods, sugary snacks and alcohol truly “toxic” to the body? 
• Your body is naturally detoxifying itself all the time 
• What does a detox diet do for the body? 
• The hidden harms of juice cleanses 
• Should you try a detox supplement instead? 
• Why “cheat days” don’t work for everyone 
• The principles of keeping a healthy body 

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