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Mindy Curtiss – Certified Health Coach

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Cleanse – Detox

🌸 Spring Detox Myths Busted: What Your Body Really Needs to Cleanse

Spring is in the air—and with it comes that natural urge to refresh, reset, and shake off the sluggishness of winter. If you’ve been feeling a little “off,” you’re not alone. This is the season when detox trends start popping up everywhere, from green juice fasts to expensive kits promising miracles in three days.

But before you dive into a restrictive plan that leaves you hangry by day two, let’s pause and talk about what detoxing really means—and what your body actually needs to cleanse and thrive.

🚫 Detox Myths—Let’s Bust a Few:

Myth 1: You have to starve yourself to detox.
Truth: Starving your body doesn’t help it detox—it stresses it out. Real detoxification requires nutrients to fuel the liver and support elimination pathways.

Myth 2: Detoxing = green juices and teas.
Truth: While those can be part of a healthy plan, detoxing isn’t about liquids only. Your body needs fiber, protein, and real food to do its job well.

Myth 3: The body detoxes on its own, so there’s no point.
Truth: Yes, your body is equipped with detox pathways (like your liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system)—but thanks to modern toxins, stress, processed food, and sluggish digestion, those systems often need support to work efficiently.

Myth 4: All detox programs are the same.
Truth: Not all detoxes are created equal. Some do more harm than good by depriving you of nutrients or ignoring key systems like gut health and stress regulation.

🌿 What Your Body Actually Needs to Detox:

You don’t need a crash cleanse—you need to nourish your detox pathways. Here’s what that looks like:

✔️ Nutrient-dense foods (especially leafy greens, cruciferous veggies, berries, and herbs)
✔️ Adequate fiber to bind and eliminate toxins
✔️ Hydration to flush the lymph and kidneys
✔️ Movement to support circulation and lymph flow
✔️ A healthy gut to properly eliminate waste
✔️ Stress management + quality sleep to allow the body to repair and reset

đź§  Signs You Might Need a Detox:

Listen to your body. If you’ve been experiencing…

  • Bloating or sluggish digestion
  • Brain fog or fatigue
  • Skin breakouts or dull complexion
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Sugar and carb cravings
  • Mood swings or irritability

…it might be time to give your body the reset it’s asking for.

🌼 Introducing: My Spring Detox Course

This is exactly why I created the Remedies Wellness Spring Detox—a gentle, supportive program designed to nourish your body while helping it cleanse naturally.

This isn’t about starving yourself or drinking only juice for days. It’s about:

✨ Whole-food meal plans
✨ Support for your liver, gut, and lymphatic system
✨ Optional supplements to enhance results
✨ A community of accountability and support
✨ A fresh start—without the overwhelm

If you’re ready to feel lighter, clearer, and more energized this season, I’d love to have you join us.

👉 Click here for a free 5 Day Detox

👉 Or start by taking the [Free Toxicity Quiz] to see if this is the reset your body needs!

💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going…

Have questions about detoxing, your gut, or what support your body might need? Comment below or shoot me a message—I’m always here to help you feel your best from the inside out.

Here’s to a fresh, healthy, and energized spring! 🌿🌷

 

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