Question by mikeburman11: Is it possible to detoxify my body while trying to gain weight?
I am a 21 year old, 6’2″ tall male, weighing 181 pounds.
I’m rather skinny, and I’m trying to put on weight – about 10 lbs.
However, I’ve recently been concerned about my body’s overall health, for a few reasons (past years of eating more than my fair share of daily fast food, and lots of it………..as well as the fact that I’ll be off of my parents health insurance, and thus I want to keep any potential health costs low).
Is it possible for me to GAIN WEIGHT, while trying to DETOXIFY my body?
I’ve heard of diets to detox your body, but all of the ones I’m aware of include skimpy meals or food intake.
I’m currently on a high-calorie/high-protein diet (since it’s otherwise EXTREMELY difficult, if not, impossible for me to put on weight, no matter how much I eat).
It’s already super hard for me to put on weight, and I have gained about 7 or 8 pounds in the last 4 months or so, and don’t want to start all over again.
Is it possible? If so, please give explanation.
Best answer:
Answer by Susan S
The popular concept of “detoxifying” the body has no basis in fact. It seems people feel more virtuous and therefore “cleaner” after major diarrhea and a lot of urination with little food intake.
Your liver and kidneys detox your body, 24/7. Any arterial plaque from eating bad fats will not go away on a “detox” diet. Exercise will help you have healthy arteries.
To be healthy, eat plenty of vegetables and eat fish twice a week. Get a lot of fiber in your diet, and avoid saturated fats, fast food, and packaged junk snacks.
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