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Experts Debate: Should You Ever do a Juice Cleanse?

Published January 7, 2019
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A person with long hair types on a laptop outdoors. In the foreground, a bottle of green juice with a straw sits prominently on the table, hinting at a possible juice cleanse. The background is blurred and appears to be a garden or patio. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published January 7, 2019
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Juice cleanses — replacing your usual meals with fresh-pressed juices consisting of fruit and vegetables — are often touted as a quick fix for weight loss or a way to detox after a period of indulgence. However, experts are divided as to whether these ‘cleanses’ are a useful part of a healthy diet.

Here, two RDs weigh in on whether or not you should try a brief juice cleanse and why it may not be the best idea for weight loss.

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