seen numerous people get stuck in the trap of bouncing back and forth between a cleanse or detox and bouts of overindulging because cleanses and detoxes have become so popular this seesaw syndrome can be socially acceptable but emotionally using cleanses and detoxes this way can become a lot like other methods of purging including overexercise or taking laxatives or diuretics it can feel like something you dont want to do and know isnt healthy but feel like you have to do in order to undo the effects of overeating if youve found yourself on this roller coaster ride reach out for help while black and white all or nothing relationships with food are common they arent good for you physically or emotionally and striking a sustainable healthy balance is possible cynthia sass is a registered dietitian with masters degrees in both nutrition science and public health frequently seen on national tv shes healths contributing nutrition editor and privately counsels clients in new york los angeles and long distance cynthia is currently the sports nutrition consultant to the new york rangers nhl team and the tampa bay rays mlb team and is board certified as a specialist in sports dietetics her latest new york times best seller is sass yourself slim conquer cravings drop pounds and lose inches this article originally appeared on healthcom