What has been proven about the benefit of fasting and juice therapies?
The American Cancer Society does not believe that detoxification by fasting is based on scientific fact, nor does it cure cancer. While short-term fasting does aid weight loss in the severely obese, there is no evidence that it can rid the body of toxins or aid in treatment of disease. The mainstream medical community states the denying the body of necessary nutrients and calories actually weakens the immune system, resulting in the deterioration, not improvement, of health. Patients with advanced cancer are encouraged to avoid fasting. While not a magic cure-all, juice can serve as a valuable nutritional supplement for cancer patients. Juice does not contain fiber, fat and protein and these need to ingested as well to maintain energy and reach optimum health. What is the potential risk or harm of fasting and juice therapies? Fasting and juice therapies can cause fatigue, anemia, dizziness and an irregular heartbeat. Supporters do not believe these are harmful symptoms. In fact, they v
