Spring is Here — and It’s Time for an Inner Reset! 🌱



Spring is Here — and It’s Time for an Inner Reset! 🌱

Every spring, we naturally get the urge to clean up — we freshen our homes, declutter our closets, and sweep out the dust. But how often do we think about cleaning up inside our bodies?

Just like nature wakes up and renews itself, our bodies are asking for the same. When we clean out the buildup in our digestive system, we free up energy for our cells to perform better — giving us more vitality, better moods, and stronger immune function.

– The truth is, when our gut is sluggish, everything feels sluggish — digestion, thinking, energy, and even our skin!

But how do you “spring clean” your body safely?
Not by jumping into an extreme cleanse.
Fast, harsh detoxes can do more harm than good. They often shock the system, cause uncomfortable reactions like diarrhea or cramps, and don’t create lasting change.

Instead, think of it like tending a garden — gently, consistently, and with care.

Understanding Poor Elimination:

When we eat processed foods, deal with stress, or simply don’t get enough fiber and water, our digestion slows down. Instead of moving food waste efficiently out of the body, the intestines hold onto it — sometimes for days!

This leads to:

  • Bloating and gas
  • Constipation (less than 1-2 bowel movements per day)
  • Feeling heavy, tired, and “backed up”
  • Bad breath or coated tongue
  • Poor absorption of nutrients
  • Weakening of the immune system (since 70% of it is in the gut!)

Over time, poor elimination means that waste materials ferment, creating harmful bacteria that can “leak” into the bloodstream — leading to inflammation, brain fog, joint pain, skin issues, and much more.

Good elimination means moving your bowels at least two -three times a day , with ease — no straining, no urgency, no incomplete feeling after.
It should be quick, clean, and complete — you shouldn’t even need a lot of toilet paper if your digestion is truly healthy!

5 Simple Ways to Gently Cleanse Your Body This Spring:

  1. Cut out processed, lifeless foods.
    Packaged cereals, frozen dinners, canned foods, boxed snacks — they’re loaded with preservatives, dyes, and additives.
    Your cells simply don’t recognize these as real nourishment — and when they linger in your gut, they weaken digestion and feed the wrong kind of bacteria.
  2. Choose whole, real foods.
    Ditch refined grains, conventional dairy, and processed sugars that can cause bloating and sluggish digestion.
    Stick to organic, simple, recognizable foods — the way nature intended.
  3. Read labels carefully.
    Watch for hidden toxins like “natural flavors,” cheap seed oils (like canola or sunflower oil), and excessive preservatives — even in foods that claim to be “healthy” or “gluten-free.”
  4. Eat more raw fruits and vegetables.
    Raw foods are packed with living enzymes that naturally help your body digest and detoxify.
    Aim to have at least a few handfuls of raw fruits or vegetables every single day.
  5. Hydrate — with good quality water.
    Water is essential for flushing out toxins.
    Aim for 2–3 liters a day — and if you can, drink spring water, filtered water, or eat more organic raw produce, which contains the cleanest water nature offers.
    (Avoid tap water whenever possible — it’s loaded with chemicals like chlorine and fluoride.)

Frances Michaelson

A pioneer in the fitness industry, Frances opened the first personal training center in the West Island of Montreal in 2001. In 2008 , Frances had the “gut feeling“ that there was more to learn about health and how our bodies function, which led to further her education in the field of Naturopathy and holistic nutrition. She has since authored two books. Her latest book, "Do you Have the Guts to be Healthy" was published in March 2021. As a trainer and naturopath, she truly loves seeing people transform themselves by trusting their bodies instead of getting caught up in the medical system. Practicing health is the only way to live the gift of life well!

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