And drink plenty of water — up to 64 ounces a day — to go with the bulk, he says. Anytime the body processes or removes waste from the body it’s “detoxing.” Not surprisingly, the liver and the intestines are big players. Haas offers a few different detox programs, which differ in length and intensity (three-meals-a-day plan to fasting).
It’s unclear if drinking lukewarm salt water alone would have the same results. There’s little doubt that, in most cases, a saltwater flush is effective in the short-term at cleansing the colon by causing bowel movements. Still, there’s no scientific evidence that a saltwater flush detoxes the body or removes so-called waste buildup and parasites from your digestive tract. AddictionCenter.com is a referral service that provides information about addiction treatment practitioners and facilities. AddictionCenter.com is not a medical provider or treatment facility and does not provide medical advice.
