5 signs your body needs a detox immediately

By , Delhi
Updated On Jan 02, 2023 06:00 pm IST

From weight gain to skin allergies, check out five signs and symptoms that indicate your body needs a detox or cleanse immediately.

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“There are toxins and harmful substances coming from water, food, cleaning products, and other environmental sources that many people are being exposed regularly. Toxins are also produced in one's body due to poor gut health through the process of autointoxication,” says, Sonam Singh, Certified Ayurveda Practitioner in her recent Instagram post. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jan 02, 2023 06:00 pm IST

“There are toxins and harmful substances coming from water, food, cleaning products, and other environmental sources that many people are being exposed regularly. Toxins are also produced in one's body due to poor gut health through the process of autointoxication,” says, Sonam Singh, Certified Ayurveda Practitioner in her recent Instagram post. (Unsplash)

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Weight gain: Most of the toxins are lipophilic in nature, they make your body produce more of the fat cells and store them inside it. Therefore you cannot really lose weight till you've detoxified your body.(Gettyimages) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Weight gain: Most of the toxins are lipophilic in nature, they make your body produce more of the fat cells and store them inside it. Therefore you cannot really lose weight till you've detoxified your body.(Gettyimages)

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Constant fatigue: Excess amounts of toxin can put a lot of stress on your adrenal glands which makes you feel tired despite getting proper rest.(Shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Constant fatigue: Excess amounts of toxin can put a lot of stress on your adrenal glands which makes you feel tired despite getting proper rest.(Shutterstock)

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Uncountable headaches: Consumption of foods that are processed, junk food, preservatives, etc., give rise to toxins that affect our brain's normal functionality. This leads to persistent headaches. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Uncountable headaches: Consumption of foods that are processed, junk food, preservatives, etc., give rise to toxins that affect our brain's normal functionality. This leads to persistent headaches. (Unsplash)

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Body odour: Accumulation of toxins in the body leads to bad breath, bad body odour, stools, and odorous flatulence.(shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Body odour: Accumulation of toxins in the body leads to bad breath, bad body odour, stools, and odorous flatulence.(shutterstock)

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Skin Allergies: When the liver fails to flush out the toxins from our body, the body tries to do liver's work with the help of the skin. Acne, eczema, skin rashes, boils, etc., are all result of the skin trying to eject the toxins from the body.(freepik) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jan 02, 2023 06:00 pm IST

Skin Allergies: When the liver fails to flush out the toxins from our body, the body tries to do liver's work with the help of the skin. Acne, eczema, skin rashes, boils, etc., are all result of the skin trying to eject the toxins from the body.(freepik)

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    Akanksha Agnihotri

    Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.

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