Detox dieting is a popular way to try and rid your body of "bad things" like greasy food, caffeine, alcohol, sugar, and - let's be honest - a few extra pounds as well.

But while it's true that most of us eat too many processed foods and added sugars, and drink more alcohol and caffeine than is good for us, detoxing is not necessarily the best way to "cleanse" your body of these excesses.