I've been wary of detox diets ever since ending up in A&E while doing one over a year ago. So how come I'm starting one now?

Well, the 12-day Chris James Mind & Body Cleanse looks like a more realistic and healthy detox option. He won't send me any pre-packaged food or scary-looking Chinese herbs, instead I just eat food I've prepared myself. Though a lot less of it. Basically if it's not a fruit or vegetable, a seed or pulse, a certain type of grain or nut, I won't be eating it. And that's only for the first six days. After that it's juice only. Three days of that and I'm back to the original diet for three. Then there's the small matter of the colonic. Oh yes ...

But who could resist the promise of what he offers? 'Feel refreshed, energised, and more in control of your life - see the physical results of a more toned body, sparkling eyes and glowing skin - experience the benefits of increased mental clarity and joy.'