The main benefit of performing a detox is to give you a clean slate before
starting a diet. Here is a breakdown of how this works:
Speed up digestion by consuming liquid meals

Eliminate unhealthy fats and unnecessary sugars

Supply your body with proper hydration and nutrients

Cleanse your liver and kidneys

Improve your digestion and promote weight loss

Essentially, you could perform a
detox with any health foods and
proper hydration. Though, receiving
your nutrition in liquid form, such as
from a smoothie, is easier on your
digestive system. When you
consume solids, your digestive
system has to break down the foods
before the nutrients in the food can
be absorbed. Once the food is
broken down, waste is sent to your
colon. Consuming a liquid
meal speeds this process along, as your body does not have to break down the
meal before sorting out the nutrients and the waste.
Also, by eliminating unhealthy fats and sugars, you are ensuring that your body
receives optimal nutrition. There is less waste for your body to process when you
eliminate processed foods and other unhealthy substances.

When performing a detox, it is important to stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of
water helps the cleansing process. Many people notice a reduction in the
frequency of headaches and fatigue when performing a detox. Another benefit
that people often experience is regular bowel movements. These benefits are
not actually the result of the detox, but the result of proper hydration.
After years of eating a diet full of processed foods, your liver and kidneys are
working overtime. As harmful toxins and unhealthy substances build up in your
kidneys and liver, these organs have more difficulty filtering waste. This can
slow down your digestive process, making it more difficult to lose weight. A
detox gives your kidneys and liver a break and cleanses them of these
unhealthy substances.

The combination of the effects described leads to improved digestion. The liquid
smoothies are easier for your body to digest and allow your digestive process to
flush out harmful toxins that could slow down your ability to lose weight.
The bottom line is that a detox gives you a good starting point for your diet. You
should experience a substantial drop in weight after completing your detox. The
average person loses between 2 and 5 pounds by performing a detox.
Essentially, you can think of a detox as a reset for your digestive system.

Using Smoothies for a Detox
There are many different ways to cleanse your system, but a smoothie
cleanse offers a healthy solution. Smoothies provide you with nutrition, as long
as you select the right ingredients. If you want to detox your body, you can use
smoothies as a meal replacement for several days – or up to a week.
There are 5 steps for using smoothies to cleanse your body:

1. Choose Your Smoothies
2. Prepare for the Detox
3. Drink 4 to 6 Smoothies Per Day
4. Drink Plenty of Water
5. Monitor Your Results
   Choose Your Smoothies
   First, you will need to choose your smoothies. Towards the end of this guide,
   you will find a selection of healthy smoothie recipes. It is a good idea to include a
   large variety of smoothies in your diet while cleansing your system. You will be
   drinking between 4 and 6 smoothies per day.
   If you are pressed for time, you could make 2 to 3 batches during the day, with
   each batch containing 2 servings. Just remember to store your second serving
   in an airtight container in your fridge. You may need to stir leftovers smoothies
   before serving.

(Good luck)