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Scientist critical of 'detox' dieting; Debunks fad as 'nonsense'.(WORLD)

Article from: The Washington Times Article date: January 2, 2008

Byline: Al Webb, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

LONDON - If you're eyeing a "detox diet" for salvation from the agonies of overindulging on Christmas banqueting and New Year's boozing, forget it.

In fact, says a top British scientist, "detoxing" is a load of expensive nonsense.

Actually, says Andrew Wadge, chief scientist for Britain's Food Standards Agency, you'd be better off sipping a few glasses of water - but only a few, mind you - and going for a stroll in the park.

It beats enriching the coffers of supermarkets, ...

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