Detox Guide: Fasting Plans, Body Cleanses & Weight Loss

Detoxification strategies range from 24-hour fasts to 21-day cleansing diets, targeting toxin removal from organs like the kidneys and spleen.

7 Types of Fasts

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Caroline Thompson

Fasting, which is practiced for a variety of reasons, includes fasts to cleanse, detoxify, lose weight, treat a medical condition and conform to religious practices. The type of fast you choose should be appropriate for your level of health, body chemistry and any special physical needs you may have.

Caroline Thompson is a professional photojournalist who has been working for print and online publications since 1999. Her work has appeared in the "Sacramento Bee," "People Magazine," "Newsweek" and other publications. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in photojournalism from California State University at Hayward and a personal trainer certification from the university's Health and Fitness Institute.