1. Drink 2 more glasses of water everyday
Staying well-hydrated is one of the best ways to naturally detox your body. Try adding two extra big glasses into your day to help flush out toxins and keep you energized after the wear and tear of the holidays. Bonus Tip: Add some lemon slices to your water for an extra detox boost!
2. Go to bed 1 hour earlier
If you’re like us, December was full of long days running last-minute errands and partying until wee hours of the morning. After all that rushing around, our bodies need some serious rest! Help bring your body back to balance by going to bed 1 hour earlier this month. Your body (especially your liver!) does most of its self-cleansing while you’re snoozing. So if you over-imbibed this holiday season, those extra ZZZ’s are exactly what the Doctor ordered.
3. Add the color GREEN to every meal
Leafy greens are chock full of iron, vitamin C and magnesium, as well as being low in fat and calories, making them the ideal detox food. Toss a handful of spinach into your morning smoothie, mix some chopped kale with a cup of whole grains and top with prawns for lunch, and have a side salad with red leaf lettuce and arugula with your dinner. There’s numerous ways to incorporate these cancer-fighting powerhouse veggies into your day.
4. Cut down the coffee breaks
If you’re drinking more than 2 cups a day, now’s a good time to cut back. Caffeine can be an addictive substance, and when consumed in large amounts can cause problems such as calcium loss, anxiety, insomnia and rapid heart rate. Switch it out with a decaffeinated herbal tea, or hot water with lemon.
5. Sweat out the toxins
Get your blood pumping and break a sweat with some good old-fashioned exercise. Schedule a session with your trainer and let them know what your fitness goals are for the new year. Make sure you drink plenty of water to help your body effectively flush out unwanted toxins.
6. Get a massage
Aside from feeling amazing; a massage can stimulate your circulation, relieve muscle tension, and speed up the removal of metabolic waste from your body. The feel-good endorphins that are released during a massage act as a booster for your overall sense of well-being.
7. Make the whole foods switch
Swap out the processed cakes and crackers for ripe, juicy fruits and crunchy veggies. You’ll be rewarded with higher energy levels, clearer skin, and a lower number on the scale!
8. Breathe deeply
Oxygen is one of the most important fuel sources for our bodies. Taking in more oxygen by practicing deep breathing techniques can help alleviate anxiety and depression and provide you with sharper mental clarity. Deep breathing lies at the heart of the practice of both yoga and meditation—incorporate some of each this January to jump-start your journey to healthier you!