What is detoxification?
What is detoxification?
- The process of detoxifying: detoxification of drugs by the liver; detoxification of industrial waste.
- A medically supervised treatment program for individuals with alcohol or drug intoxication, designed to rid the body of toxic substances and manage withdrawal symptoms.
- A short-term health regimen involving procedures thought to remove toxins from the body, such as drinking large amounts of liquid, eating a restricted diet or fasting, taking nutritional supplements, and undergoing enemas.