5 Easy Detox Tips To Try This Spring
1. Get More Oxygen
Many people forget that the lungs are another great way that our bodies detoxify as well. Therefore, getting outside in Nature (preferably to get more clean & fresh oxygen) on a daily basis for a walk, gentle jog, or run is an excellent way to detox this Spring. Take advantage of the longer days and warmer temperatures.
2. Eat Colorful Meals
And by that, I mean naturally colourful meals. The kinds that are full of vibrant colours because they contain lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. Fruits and veggies are full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. All of these micro-nutrients are essential for your body to fight free-radicals and to get rid of unwanted toxins.
3. Get Your Sweating On
Another great way to boost detoxification within your body is to sweat. Doing a rigorous form of exercise 3 to 5 times per week is an excellent way to boost your lymphatic system and expel unwanted toxins from your body. Plus, it will also boost your mood and immune system. As an alternative, saunas are another great way to detoxify, and of course hot yoga.
4. Drink Lemon Water
Drinking some warm lemon water in the morning has so many health benefits! One of them being that lemon will enhance the detoxification process of your liver. It’s an easy practice that you can incorporate into your daily routine first thing in the morning. Lemon water will also re-hydrate your body and boost your immune system! Try this recipe that I have most mornings, especially in winter and spring:
Juice of half a lemon
Dash of apple cider vinegar
Raw honey to taste ( I often leave this out but I’d highly recommend it if you’re a little unwell or suffering from allergies
Sprinkle of cayenne pepper
Put half cold water and half boiling water in a cup and enjoy through a stainless steel straw to save your teeth from the acidic lemon!
5. Quit The Processed Stuff
And by processed stuff, I mean processed sugar, processed grains, dairy and processed foods. As much as pre-packaged meals are super convenient, they do absolutely nothing beneficial for your body. On top of that processed sugars and processed grains actually harm your body, lead to more weight gain, lethargy and moodiness (Find out more in this article: here). Do yourself a favour and simply eliminate all processed foods from your diet for a few weeks. Instead favour nutrient-dense and whole foods. Yes, it will require a little bit more effort and preparation in the kitchen but trust me, it is so worth it given how great you will feel.
5A. Reduce or Eliminate Caffeine and Alcohol
In our detox we also reduced or eliminate caffeine and alcohol for the month… challenging for most I know but such a good process to go through to observe our habits and the way they affect our energy, mood and sleep. when we re-introduce we tend to be more mindful about our consumption too.