When the body has been overwhelmed with unhealthy foods like fast foods, sodas and cookies, then Yes, you should do a water diet detox before you start your diet plan. At one point in my life, my brain was feeling overwhelmed with all of the information it was getting each day. Advertisements, Internet, television news, school…it was too much. I went on a TV detox for 30 days to just clear things out a bit. The same idea rings true for your body. You should try some type of water detox or cleansing program to get your body back to a clean slate.

Cleanses and detoxing works because they can help to take away your severe cravings before you start your new healthy eating plan. It is not always easy, but the cravings do subside after a few days when you aren’t giving your body so many choices. Some people consider cleansing or doing a detox as a good way to “jump start” the new eating and exercise plan. However, you do not want to go overboard. Cleanses should not be done for more than a few days. While some might do for religious or other reasons, for the average person, just a day or two of cleaning out will suffice. Keeping it short also helps you remember it is “doable”. Anyone can do anything for a day or two.

Whether you choose a water diet detox, or the lemon pepper Master Cleanse, an at home cleanse or even Jillian Michael’s New Cleanse, it’s a great idea to help you start your diet on the right foot.