Some of the rage among Hollywood stars these days is a "detox" diet. These are diets that attempt to rid the body of stored contaminants and flush the system out in preparation for a healthier nutrition lifestyle.

Do they work? Yes they do, from my personal experience. Before you make radical (and healthier) changes to your diet, consider detoxing once you've consulted with your physician.

In short, detoxing boosts your body's nutritional intake and sheds toxins such as processed food chemicals and environmental pollutants. Ask a nutritionist what they think about detoxing, but you'll probably know the answer before you ask.