Spring has long been associated with renewal and rejuvenation, so it’s no wonder cleanses and body detoxification programs are popular this time of year. For some people, an expanded waistline is an unfortunate reminder they may have overindulged on food and drink during the winter and holiday months; for others, sluggishness and a general sense of feeling “icky” may be all the motivation they need to hit the detox juice. Whatever the reason, dietary cleanses can be a worthwhile way to recalibrate ourselves. A good detox purges the body of gunk, leaving it squeaky-clean and primed for healthy dietary habits. And with summer’s shorter hemlines and longer days fast approaching, what better time than spring to get back to looking and feeling our best?
I’ve been detoxing twice a year for a couple of years now, but it wasn’t until I was about to do my annual spring cleanse recently that I realized I needed to detox more than just my body...
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