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  • Alluminati
    Alluminati Posts: 6,208 Member
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    wonder if OP will come back
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  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,676 Member
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    wonder if OP will come back
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    Me too.
    Hope she gets help with **whatever** she was trying to do.
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,676 Member
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    MinMIn97 - Are you actually going to review the links provided in this thread? Or do you just like to blindly argue?

    People are providing legit reasons, studies, and logic (to sum it up).

    You have provided what evidence or sound argument in regards to cleanses being legit? Nothing. All you've done is nitpick at wording and created loopholes where there are none. (Or as Sidesteel said..you are grasping at straws..imaginary ones at that).
    I've asked a lot of questions, if that's what you mean by blindly arguing?
    It's hard to discuss something that is ambiguous, since OP is not here to specify what she means.
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
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    So the body has systems that "remove waste (is that your term for "cleanse?"), and these systems always work at 100% efficiency? And your cleanse is to eat "more nutritionally dense food and fiber?" What if that person has constipation and IBS? What should they do in your opinion? Their colon is compromised, and is all that food/fiber going to help?
    Nope I don't use the word "cleanse". That's what you're using. And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%.
    If there are issues like you've mentioned, then seeing a SPECIALIST who deals in them is what I would suggest. Not going on some "detox and cleanse" program since eating food/drink hasn't been shown scientifically to remove any toxins or cleanse any "dirty" chemicals from the body.
    You're reaching here. You want to convince the OP, then try by substantiating by providing peer reviewed clinical study showing that going on a "detox or cleanse" actually supports it's claims. You aren't going to convince me or others who are well versed in how body physiology actually works.

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    Actually, I am wanting the OP to define what she means by cleanse. Every time it's been used in here, I wonder what people mean by cleanse.
    You are safe in saying "And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%." But who's to say that OP is experiencing that kind of health? If she were participating in the thread, it would be easier answer HER question from our own perspectives and experiences.

    So you are an knowledgeable on the topic of cleanses/detoxification? You are the person for me to ask this, as you understand that the body does have those processes. Do you think those processes can be interruped/not run efficiently?

    The point is that if OP does have legit health issues, she needs to see her doctor and follow his/her instructions-- not go looking for a "cleanse" that may do more harm than good on an internet forum. And if she doesn't have said health issue then her body is effectively cleansing itself. So either way, asking for a cleanse here isn't the way to go.
  • KaterinaTerese
    KaterinaTerese Posts: 345 Member
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    Once a week I "cleanse". I am on a doctor prescribed high potency iron supplement that causes mild constipation. I have 2 days in a row that I don't take it and I eat extra almonds and my body cleanses itself.

    Yes, on occasion you have to make adjustments to let the body do what it is designed to do. Fancy and expensive detoxes and cleanses do nothing except separate fools from their gold. Unless you have a specific medical issue, trust your body. The systems that are present in the human body do a wonderful job all by themselves and these stupid cleanses do nothing to help it along and can, at times, interfere with the proper workings.
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  • serindipte
    serindipte Posts: 1,557 Member
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    The only product that will actually do any cleansing:

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    Disclaimers:
    With the exception of dialysis for those who have compromised kidneys.
    Using an enema too frequently can result in decreased bowel efficiency.
  • PikaKnight
    PikaKnight Posts: 34,971 Member
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    MinMIn97 - Are you actually going to review the links provided in this thread? Or do you just like to blindly argue?

    People are providing legit reasons, studies, and logic (to sum it up).

    You have provided what evidence or sound argument in regards to cleanses being legit? Nothing. All you've done is nitpick at wording and created loopholes where there are none. (Or as Sidesteel said..you are grasping at straws..imaginary ones at that).
    I've asked a lot of questions, if that's what you mean by blindly arguing?
    It's hard to discuss something that is ambiguous, since OP is not here to specify what she means.

    So instead of waiting for the OP to clarify her needs (which a few people have pointed out if she is having medical issues, she should see a doctor otherwise a cleanse is just a waste of money), you've decided to hijack the thread by trying to clarify something that even you don't know needs clarifying?
  • fheppy
    fheppy Posts: 64 Member
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    There's no need to detox or cleanse your system and you also do not need to give your organs "a break".

    Please see here:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1159755-looking-for-a-detox-cleanse
    Why doesn't your body need to detox or cleanse?
    Because it's very very efficient at ridding itself of unwanted waste on it's own. When people feel down, low, "yucky", etc., it's usually because they are just LACKING nutrients. Add them and/or increase them and VOILA!

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    What is the body cleansing? How do you know, comprehensively, what makes a person feel down and low?
    The body removes waste that's uneeded. It's systematic at that, just like it attacks bacteria and viruses that invade it. Can you help it along? Sure, but one doesn't NEED to "detox or cleanse" to do it. Eating more nutritionally dense food and fiber is a great approach without having to spend extra money.
    Comprehensively, people who state they are down and low basically come out and just say it. I guess I'll just take their word for it.

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    So the body has systems that "remove waste (is that your term for "cleanse?"), and these systems always work at 100% efficiency? And your cleanse is to eat "more nutritionally dense food and fiber?" What if that person has constipation and IBS? What should they do in your opinion? Their colon is compromised, and is all that food/fiber going to help?

    No, but a commercial "cleanse" isn't going to help, either (well, the fiber in a lot of them, plus increased fluid intake, might help the constipation, but you can do that, again, by eating foods rich in fiber and drinking water). If someone has/suspects they have IBS or some other actual gastrointestinal disorder, they should see their doctor and discuss diagnosis and treatment options. Those sometimes involve special diets or avoiding certain foods, but that's not a cleanse, that's medical treatment, for people with an actual disorder.
    So if you go to the dr, they will heal you and you won't have a problem anymore?

    I can't quite follow the point you are trying to make in the context of what everyone else is talking about. Do you believe that everyone, regardless of specific health or medical issue, needs an occasional specifically designed often overpriced cleansing solution to remove toxins and restore their body to optimal health?
    No.

    She does not say you need to buy anything,"overpriced cleansing solution". Time to learn to read between the lines.
    To do cleansing you don't need to buy a thing from anybody.
    And often if you go to doctor they don't do anything other than diagnose you then say "You are diagnosed, but we don't have any advice for you".
  • nikkihk
    nikkihk Posts: 487 Member
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    Anyone know of any easy cleanses that actually work?

    Eat Fiber, Drink Water. Your butt does the rest... You're welcome.
  • Iron_Feline
    Iron_Feline Posts: 10,750 Member
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    Well this took a fascinating turn. :laugh:

    If I was the op I wouldn't come back. She has her answers and doesn't need to be subjected to random strawman arguments from someone who isn't even bring helpful in the thread.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,584 Member
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    So the body has systems that "remove waste (is that your term for "cleanse?"), and these systems always work at 100% efficiency? And your cleanse is to eat "more nutritionally dense food and fiber?" What if that person has constipation and IBS? What should they do in your opinion? Their colon is compromised, and is all that food/fiber going to help?
    Nope I don't use the word "cleanse". That's what you're using. And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%.
    If there are issues like you've mentioned, then seeing a SPECIALIST who deals in them is what I would suggest. Not going on some "detox and cleanse" program since eating food/drink hasn't been shown scientifically to remove any toxins or cleanse any "dirty" chemicals from the body.
    You're reaching here. You want to convince the OP, then try by substantiating by providing peer reviewed clinical study showing that going on a "detox or cleanse" actually supports it's claims. You aren't going to convince me or others who are well versed in how body physiology actually works.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    Actually, I am wanting the OP to define what she means by cleanse. Every time it's been used in here, I wonder what people mean by cleanse.
    You are safe in saying "And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%." But who's to say that OP is experiencing that kind of health? If she were participating in the thread, it would be easier answer HER question from our own perspectives and experiences.

    So you are an knowledgeable on the topic of cleanses/detoxification? You are the person for me to ask this, as you understand that the body does have those processes. Do you think those processes can be interruped/not run efficiently?
    My answers don't change. There is no "detoxifying" or "cleansing" going on by the body. "Waste elimination" happens with things like fiber that cannot be digested.
    Can they be interrupted? I'm sure if someone tried to swallow a softball it could. Or if you ate a bag of prunes the results would be pretty awful, but again that's in response to diarrhea effect due the natural laxative in them.

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  • SomeNights246
    SomeNights246 Posts: 807 Member
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    There's no need to detox or cleanse your system and you also do not need to give your organs "a break".

    Please see here:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1159755-looking-for-a-detox-cleanse
    Why doesn't your body need to detox or cleanse?

    I'm not saying this to dodge your question, but please read the above link. There really is no need to cleanse, your body is designed to do this for you.
    So your body always works at 100% efficiency and always does this job perfectly?

    As long as you don't have some kind of physical reason preventing this (like gallbladder disease, for example) then, yeah.
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,676 Member
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    So the body has systems that "remove waste (is that your term for "cleanse?"), and these systems always work at 100% efficiency? And your cleanse is to eat "more nutritionally dense food and fiber?" What if that person has constipation and IBS? What should they do in your opinion? Their colon is compromised, and is all that food/fiber going to help?
    Nope I don't use the word "cleanse". That's what you're using. And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%.
    If there are issues like you've mentioned, then seeing a SPECIALIST who deals in them is what I would suggest. Not going on some "detox and cleanse" program since eating food/drink hasn't been shown scientifically to remove any toxins or cleanse any "dirty" chemicals from the body.
    You're reaching here. You want to convince the OP, then try by substantiating by providing peer reviewed clinical study showing that going on a "detox or cleanse" actually supports it's claims. You aren't going to convince me or others who are well versed in how body physiology actually works.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    Actually, I am wanting the OP to define what she means by cleanse. Every time it's been used in here, I wonder what people mean by cleanse.
    You are safe in saying "And if there are no inherent health problems with an individual, then yes the system should work efficiently at 100%." But who's to say that OP is experiencing that kind of health? If she were participating in the thread, it would be easier answer HER question from our own perspectives and experiences.

    So you are an knowledgeable on the topic of cleanses/detoxification? You are the person for me to ask this, as you understand that the body does have those processes. Do you think those processes can be interruped/not run efficiently?
    My answers don't change. There is no "detoxifying" or "cleansing" going on by the body. "Waste elimination" happens with things like fiber that cannot be digested.
    Can they be interrupted? I'm sure if someone tried to swallow a softball it could. Or if you ate a bag of prunes the results would be pretty awful, but again that's in response to diarrhea effect due the natural laxative in them.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    So "we don't need to cleanse, the body cleanses itself" and yet, you say, "there is no detoxifying or cleansing going on in the body?"
    What about the lymph system? What is it's function? Does it always operate perfectly?
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,676 Member
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    There's no need to detox or cleanse your system and you also do not need to give your organs "a break".

    Please see here:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1159755-looking-for-a-detox-cleanse
    Why doesn't your body need to detox or cleanse?

    I'm not saying this to dodge your question, but please read the above link. There really is no need to cleanse, your body is designed to do this for you.
    So your body always works at 100% efficiency and always does this job perfectly?

    As long as you don't have some kind of physical reason preventing this (like gallbladder disease, for example) then, yeah.
    So you are always operating at 100% efficiency, or else you have a disease and need to see a dr?
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
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    No cleanses "actually work". Sorry.
  • fatboyliz
    fatboyliz Posts: 515 Member
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    Actually I think defining 'cleanse' could be helpful...I think we do tend to worry when we hear that word, and think 'don't go buying anything', but to me, I always thought of a cleanse as drinking more water, avoiding junk food, and banning all 'unhealthy' foods (so for me, chocolate, crisps, coke) for a bit. I view this as a cleanse because I am no way giving up chocolate forever! Just like to test myself. I don't really see it as helping my liver etc (I guess it could? I am no biologist so no idea of all health benefits) , but it does help me psychologically if that makes sense - maybe a placebo effect, but cutting out junk for a wee while always makes me sleep better! Of course life long healthy eating habits are best, but a 'cleanse' does not always need to mean buying a load of juices or powders.
  • BombshellPhoenix
    BombshellPhoenix Posts: 1,693 Member
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    Taco Bell cleanse.

    Things move pretty smoothly after a night of Taco Bell with fire sauce.

    Also, I came in here to ask questions that are inconceivable and reply with nothing of content.
  • missh1967
    missh1967 Posts: 661 Member
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    *grabs popcorn*
  • fatboyliz
    fatboyliz Posts: 515 Member
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    A pizza cleanse would be amazeballs