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It's the hottest, healthiest way to lose weight.  Consider this week-long cleanse to drop permanent pounds.

Crash it, fad it, or yo-yo; yep, we’re talking about most women’s often word of the day: diet.  A new study says many gals would opt for a forever fabulous body rather than a million dollars—what would you choose?

Well, if you’re looking to establish a healthy, slimming lifestyle, one Valley doctor claims her master cleanse is a savvy solution.

“It’s an effective, natural system that focuses on using whole foods along with natural supplements to shed pounds and clean your digestive system,” said Dr. Christina Romero-Bosch, NMD.

Dr. Romero-Bosch runs a private naturopathic practice in North Scottsdale, Illuminar Metabolic Health.  She swears the master cleanse is a perfect spring-cleaning process, considering bathing suit season is upon us.

“Let food be thy medicine,” she said.

She is skeptical of any cleanse or detox promising rapid weight loss; her cleanse is a foundation for a healthy change.  True weight loss comes from realistic and sustainable dietary adjustments paired with exercise.

“Do this master cleanse quarterly.  It’s a good idea to give your body a gentle shift as the seasons change.”

It’s a great way to get rid of toxic build-up by stimulating the body’s elimination processes: bowel movement, purging, and sweating.  And it’s quite strict-- Dr. Romero-Bosch suggests it’s not for the first-time “detoxer.”

“Doing a master cleanse is like doing a master yoga class.  If you’ve never done a yoga class, you don’t go straight to the master cleanse.”