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What's your opinion on going on a veggie&fruit diet/cleanse?

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Healthful: Fruits and vegetables are naturally healthful and are good in a balanced diet, but beware of deprivation 'cleanses.' they often achieve nothing and may be harmful.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/11/2014

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