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Can I eat meat?
There’s no need to exclude meat. But opting for lean proteins such as chicken, fish, tofu and pulses will help give you a varied diet. And, if you can afford it, choose organic where possible – it’s more likely to have been raised without drugs or chemicals.

Are there any side effects?
You won’t get dog breath or volcanic acne if you detox sensibly, step by step. If you get tired, you may not be taking in enough calories. Don’t drastically reduce the amount you eat. You will detox and lose weight at a manageable rate – and keep it off – simply by eating a balanced diet, sticking to moderate portion sizes and staying active. If you’re used to lots of caffeine, you may get headaches and other withdrawal symptoms. To avoid this, cut down gradually so your body can adjust. Feature continues

Anything else I could try?
Absolutely. General physical activity (for example, walking whenever you can or taking the stairs) and regular exercise (increasing your heart rate by doing some form of sport three to five times a week) are essential for the proper functioning of the body. But, again, build activity levels gradually rather than set yourself unrealistic goals.

Many yoga postures are thought to cleanse and tone the internal organs, while the practice’s breathing and meditation techniques will help calm your mind, ‘de-cluttering’ it of unhelpful thoughts. After all, don’t we need all the help we can get this time of year?

Useful resources
Books
‘Detox Yourself’ by Jane Scrivner
‘Body Foods for Life’ by Jane Clarke ‘Healing Foods for Dummies’ by Molly Siple
‘Yoga for You’ by Tara Fraser