The Deal With Detox Diets

So detox diets seem to be all the rage lately. They sound like they should be good for you.....cleaning toxins out of your system and losing weight along the way, but you usually end up gaining it back after the diet anyways. These detoxes seem completely pointless to me. Why go through the trouble of eating/drinking a limited amount of foods and liquids for a short amount of time, when they have no positive effect in the long run. If you want to be healthier, there are 2 simple rules to follow. Eat healthy and exercise. Cut out over-processed foods, stick to fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lots of water. You will also feel better if you eat healthier. When on detox diets your body is going to feel awful and extremely weak. You are not getting any of the necessary nutrition your body needs. So in the end, detox diets are just a short cut to losing weight that won't stay away. Plus, why famish yourself with a detox when you could just nourish your body with the right foods?