Detoxing after the holidays: 6 steps that will change how you think about detoxing

Feeling sluggish after the holiday feast? Craving a reset button? You’ve come across an after-holiday detox guide backed by a decade of health and wellness expertise.  

In today’s world, where quick-fix detox programs frequently mislead us into thinking liquid cleanses and fad diets are the way to go, the foundation of a genuine detox lies in nourishing your body rather than depriving it. Helping it do what it’s naturally made to do, instead of fighting against it. 

Now, ask yourself: Are you ready to reclaim your energy and vitality?

Why do you even need a detox? 

After the indulgences of holiday feasting, you may feel bloated, puffy and sluggish, your normal digestion may be disturbed, and the guilt of it all adds what may feel like ten pounds to your usual weight. 

What is really happening is that you’ve set your body out of balance.

As your digestion slowed down, your body started retaining water. And with this, toxins start accumulating in your liver.  

Most people think weight gain starts in the stomach, but actually, the liver is one of the main causes of why our body starts accumulating fat.

The real damage then happens after the holidays, when your overworked liver isn’t able to keep up, and your body starts accumulating fat.

Detoxing is about hitting the ‘reset’ button on your health, clearing your body of accumulated toxins, and helping your liver get back to its normal rhythm.

What does detoxing really mean? 

Detoxification is the process of removing toxic substances from the body, mainly carried out by the liver. In the context of a post-holiday detox, it’s helping your body rid itself of the excesses from lavish holiday meals, sugary treats, and perhaps, alcohol too. 

Detoxifying promises many health benefits, including:

• boosted energy levels,  
• improved digestion,  
• strengthened immune system, and  
• enhanced mental clarity.  

The goal is to feel revitalised and refreshed - ready to take on the responsibilities of the usual post-holiday chaos.  

How to detox after the holidays? 

Binges during the holiday season can burden your body with excess fat, sugar and toxins. To reverse this effect, it’s best to opt for a natural detox.

The best part about natural detoxes is their ease of integration into your routine. It’s not about radical changes, but rather about making small modifications to your current lifestyle, diet, and exercise routine. These little changes can be beneficial both to your body and mind – and after the holidays many people can benefit from optimising the health of both.   

So here are a few simple steps you can take to detox after the holidays: 

Increase your water intake  

Water is vital for purifying the system, aiding in digestion, and keeping the body’s systems functioning optimally.  

It is recommended to start your day with a glass of warm water (you can add lemon to make it more refreshing) to stimulate the digestive system and kick off the cleansing process.  

Even better than plain water, detox drinks like DetoxBurn, which contains natural purifying and liver-supporting ingredients milk thistle, artichoke and dandelion, can expedite the process of releasing toxins from your body and getting back to your pre-holiday health.  

Sweat it out 

Incorporating more physical exercise into your routine not only helps to burn off the additional holiday calories but aids in speeding up the detox process. 

Activities that make you sweat - like a challenging cardio session or a relaxing sauna visit - may help your body get rid of accumulated toxins through perspiration and promote circulation in the blood and lymphatic systems. Remember, keeping yourself hydrated during these activities is vital.  

Thermogenic ingredients like green tea also support the production of heat for energy, which can help you burn off excess weight faster. Because caffeine dehydrates the body, you should opt for a decaffeinated version of green tea, such as the Sunphenon® 90D green tea extract in our DetoxBurn drink.  

Take deep breaths 

Deep breathing helps deliver oxygen to your cells, assisting in the detoxification process and promoting clarity and relaxation. 

Practicing deep breathing, yoga, or other forms of meditation can aid in releasing toxins and enhancing overall well-being.  

Go back to eating balanced and diverse meals

Transitioning from your holiday eating habits to a balanced diet is pivotal. A diet that is diverse in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains can provide ample energy while keeping unnecessary weight gain at bay. 

The inclusion of fibre-rich foods like oats and vegetables in your diet can help your body get rid of waste more efficiently.

Re-establish a regular sleep cycle

While holiday festivities can often disrupt our normal routines, assuring a regular sleep cycle helps regain the misplaced bodily rhythm. It primes your body to function optimally and wards off fatigue.

Detox your mind, as well as your body

Stress from the holiday season is not just physical but mentally rooted, too. While physical detox aims to cleanse your body, a mind detox is designed to clear your mind from unnecessary mental clutter.  

Cultivating mental clarity through a mind detox regimen can allow you to enjoy improved capability to concentrate, increased self-awareness, mental agility, and improved emotional stability. 

This can range from toxic thoughts to constant worries that drain emotional resilience. Mind detox practices include mindfulness practices, exercising, getting adequate rest, and active counselling sessions when necessary.  

You’re now equipped with the necessary knowledge to start your post-holiday detox. The benefits are worthwhile: a revitalised body and mind, ready to tackle the post-holiday working world. Remember, your health is not a destination but a journey, and every step counts.