Definition of detoxify

The word "detoxify" has its roots in the early 20th century. It was first used in the context of medicine to describe the process of removing toxic substances from the body. The term "detoxify" was coined from the words "de-" meaning "to remove" and "toxic" meaning "poisonous." The concept of detoxification, or the removal of toxins from the body, dates back to ancient civilizations. For example, the ancient Greeks and Romans used bloodletting and purging to remove perceived impurities from the body. Similarly, many indigenous cultures have traditional practices for cleansing and purifying the body, such as sweat lodges and herbal remedies. The modern use of the term "detoxify" gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s with the rise of alternative medicine and the idea of "cleansing" the body of toxins. Today, the term is commonly used in health and wellness contexts to describe a range of treatments and activities aimed at removing toxins from the body and promoting overall health and well-being.