So why am I experiencing “detox” symptoms?Updated 6 months ago

Your body is in a constant state of detox whether you are actively on a cleanse or not. Your liver, kidneys and colon are constantly ridding your body of toxic substances. These organs’ primary function is to keep your body from accumulating toxic substances. But… your body might not be working efficiently if your diet is full of processed foods or lacking nutrients. For those addicted to sugar, caffeine and/or alcohol, the detox symptoms will likely be more significant. Given the number of harmful chemicals in both organic and non-organic foods (pesticides, fungicides, food coloring, MSG), they may have a cumulative effect on your body, making it difficult for your body’s natural detoxification processes to function at full efficiency. If you quit coffee cold turkey, cut out all added sugars, or suddenly remove stimulants like chocolate from your diet, you will likely experience withdrawal symptoms. Since sugar, caffeine and other stimulant substances can be addictive, your body will react when it is no longer given these substances. Your body may go into a bit of a shock when you transition to a more nutrient-dense diet which could affect your digestion and ability to eliminate properly (poop).