Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Asked 8 months ago

Does gut cleansing help with weight loss?

I've been trying to lose weight for a while now, and recently saw some ads for 'gut cleansing' programs. They claim it can really kickstart weight loss. Does gut cleansing actually help with shedding kilos?

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Deepak Saxena Deepak Saxena Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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It might show a quick drop on the scale initially, but that is mostly water weight and waste, not actual fat. Take a simple, balanced approach to your health instead of harsh cleanses.

Pooja Malhotra Pooja Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Honestly, these gut cleanses are just fancy ways of making you starve! I tried one once and it just made me cranky and craving pani puri even more. True weight loss happens when we just eat our favorite foods in smaller portions and stay active.

Amit Sen Amit Sen Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

No, gut cleanses only empty your bowels temporarily and don't cause real fat loss. Save your money and stick to basic home food.

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Sini Joseph Sini Joseph Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Medically speaking, your liver and kidneys already cleanse your body every day, so you don't need any special gut detox drinks. Cleanse teas often just contain laxatives which can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Focus on fiber and water intake instead.

Varun Goel Varun Goel Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Bro, don't fall for these detox juice cleanses. I tried a 3-day gut cleanse last year, spent half the day in the washroom, and gained all the weight back in two days. Just eat your protein, lift weights, and stay consistent.

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Abhishek Solanki Abhishek Solanki Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Skip the commercial cleanses and just focus on a simple calorie deficit and daily walking. Getting 10,000 steps a day and eating home-cooked food will naturally improve your gut health and lead to sustainable weight loss. Your body doesn't need harsh detoxes.

Sunita Rao Sunita Rao Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Having thyroid issues made me realize how sensitive our digestion is. Doing aggressive gut cleanses can throw your hormones and gut bacteria completely out of balance. If you are struggling with weight, get your thyroid levels checked and follow a doctor's advice.

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