For those who rail against overinflated health claims on the things we consume or use, the term detox has long been a bugbear . The implication that foods, drinks, diet plans, spa treatments or even hair straighteners can somehow fast-track poisons out of your body has no basis in science , yet has been made real in the public’s mind by constant repetition.

Thankfully, anyone with a functioning liver, kidneys and digestive system doesn’t need any help removing toxins – most are broken down or excreted within hours. There is no firm evidence …