02/01/2026
This is good advice. Simple (boring) measures will do all the detoxing you need. Avoid spending fortunes on January trends; it is mainly nonsense and people are eager to make money from you by selling you rubbish.
Happy New Year. How many woke up this morning saying, "The detox starts tomorrow...."
Before you start spending the €€€€ on teas, supplements, IV drips, and salt caves ---what REALLY works to start undoing the excesses of the holiday?
The short answer: none of it. And that's not a bad thing, actually! (unless, of course, you are reading this just after you put that €200 non-refundable booking on a coffee e***a earlier....)
Here's the science of why: Your liver and kidneys do this constantly -- and they are really, really good at it! They don't need any help, if they are healthy. If they are working -- you need nothing, good to go!
(If your kidneys or liver aren't working?? This is a serious organ failure problem and you need a hospital, urgently. Liver disease is common enough, but if you are worried, you do need a qualified doctor -- not a "clinic" pushing milk thistle.)
What can you do to help your body stay on top of its detox duty? The boring stuff really works to keep your natural detox organs healthy: reduce alcohol intake, eat a healthy diet, stop smoking/vaping, and make sure you get some regular physical activity (seriously - exercise is great for your liver!) But how is the wellness industry going to make money out of that?
Did you know? January is peak season for marketing the wellness woo. It's always a good idea to invest in your health - but unless you have alot of excess €€€ in the family budget, bringing the science helps you make the most informed choices to get the most value for your €.
[If you are new to following, I've unpacked the science on supplements, salt caves, detoxes, and drips before. If you need a deeper dive into the science, you can read back on the practice Blog. Link to Blog in Bio.]
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