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First Coast News: No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins
May 18, 2026
First Coast News: No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins Sweating does not help people burn calories. However, it may temporarily help people lose water weight. Despite what some people think, it is not necessary to sweat during a workout to burn calories.
Understanding the Context
If you’ve ever been to a sauna or hot yoga class, you know that some people swear by the “cleansing” power of sweating. The idea is that through sweating, your body rids itself of a significant amount ...