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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Detox Diets? Why You Should Avoid Them

Nowadays it's tempting to try to lose weight and improve health with a "detox" or "cleanse". But these approaches might do more harm than good. Read on to find out why.

Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pie. Not to mention eggnog, mulled wine, and a beer (or three) during the game.

It’s tough to say no in a season of holiday indulgence. No wonder so many of us wake up a few pounds heavier come January 1st.

When you’re having trouble zipping up your jeans, it can be tempting to look for a quick solution. Something like a “cleanse” or a “detox.” Just to “reset” your system and jump-start a renewed fitness routine.

But don’t kid yourself. A detox diet may sound promising. But it won’t have lasting benefits. Worse, it might even do you some harm.

Here’s why – and what you should do instead.

read the full article here

TOPFIT Daily Activities --- Jacksonville Forest Park Hike
Two days in a row I've headed out in warm, dry, unusually balmy weather, only to get caught in the rain.  Yesterday I went to the J-Ville Woodlands trails for a run and the rain was light, but today I did the J-Ville Forest Park trails and got rather soaked.....totally worth it!

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