Cleansing is a popular way to help detoxify the body and shed those winter pounds. There are many different types of cleanses designed to support/assist the many organs of elimination, including the liver, kidneys, and colon. Cleanse kits are a convenient option because one box can include all the supplements you need to perform the cleanse.

But what does one eat while cleansing? Generally, the advice is to avoid processed foods and eat mostly whole, raw foods.  Many popular cleansing diets, such as The Fat Flush Plan by Ann Louise Gittleman, and the Detox Diet by Elson M. Haas, also suggest avoiding common food allergens, such as gluten and dairy, to possibly reveal food sensitivities that may contribute to a lack of energy and weight gain. You are assisting the colon by eating easy-to-digest grains and avoiding lactose. Temporarily eliminating common food allergens during a cleanse “lightens the load” on your digestive system, making your cleanse more effective. An allergen-free diet is a healthy diet!