spring cleanse
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Why Cleanse?Reset
RejuvenateRecharge
Renew
Why Cleanse?
Recommit ourselves to a
healthy, authentic lifestyle.
Why Cleanse?To return to the basics
– healthful whole foods, that are predominantly
plant-based and with minimal processing.
Benefits of a Cleanse•Connection with your body •Clear skin •More energy•Stronger immune system •Improved body composition•Kickstarts healthy changes •Reaccustom your taste buds to subtle, less sweet/salty flavours•Vibrant, amazing health
Benefits of a CleanseWhile on this cleanse you may experience brief, transitory symptoms of discomfort.
This cleanse is designed to support your body’s healthy normal functions – not challenge them.
Cleanse vs. DetoxCleanse: an opportunity to clean up your life – your diet, your habits, your thoughts and behaviours
Detox: an individualized program designed to stimulate detoxification in the body. Can focus on individual organs (liver, lungs, kidney, skin, digestive tract) or full body. Can be used to address specific symptoms or toxicities.
The Cleanse
10 days of healthy eating, body moving,
deep breathing, Spring cleansing indulgence!
The CleanseHealthy whole foods diet
Spring Cleansing TeaMovement medicine
Deep breathing Restorative sleep
Supportive supplements
The Cleanse
Healthy whole foods diet• Avoid processed foods
• Avoid inflammatory foods – dairy, processed meats, corn,
potatoes, gluten containing grains, alcohol, preservatives
and sugar
The Cleanse
Healthy whole foods diet• Focus on plants – fruits,
vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds
• Healthy lean animal proteins are permitted but choose carefully
• Eggs• Free range chicken
• Grass-fed beef and bison
The Cleanse
Healthy whole foods diet• Gluten free grains
• Avoid GF substitutes • Choose grains that look like
grains – rice, quinoa, millet, oats, buckwheat
The Cleanse
Clean, fresh water• Water is needed by every cell in the
body and makes up over half of the human body weight
• Drinking water will support your organs of detoxification and help cleanse you from the inside, out
Spring Cleansing TeaA cleansing herbal tea to support your body and encourage optimal detoxification and elimination. Give your body a hand in clearing out the old and preparing for a new season!
Spring Cleansing TeaNettle leaf (Urtica dioica)
Nettles are an excellent source of nutrients (vitamin C, B, flavonoids, calcium). Nettles are also rich in chlorophyll and support healthy detoxification!
Spring Cleansing TeaMilk thistle (Silybum marianum)
No plant is more supportive of detoxification than milk thistle! It enhances liver function and increases our body’s detoxification potential.
Spring Cleansing TeaBurdock root (Arctium lappa)
Burdock is a herb with a long history as a blood purifier and detoxifier. Especially helpful for people with on-going exposure to environmental toxins (city-dwellers!)
Spring Cleansing TeaArtichoke leaf (Cynara scolymus)
Artichoke is a powerful liver remedy, supporting liver function, detoxification and speeding liver recovery.
Spring Cleansing TeaSchisandra berries (Schisandra chinensis)
A powerpunch of a tiny fruit, the schisandra berry is thought to improve energy, stamina and delay the aging process. It helps the body adapt to stress and improves vitality.
Movement Medicine
Movement is medicine. Spend time every day
moving and stretching to reconnect with your body.
The type of exercise isn’t as important as the habit of
regular movement.
Movement Medicine
Move frequently throughout the day. If you
sit at work a reasonable goal is to get up and move at least 3 times every hour
(every 20 minutes)
Let It Go… In Traditional Chinese Medicine the Liver is associated with anger and stress.
Take a moment at the end of each day of the cleanse to express gratitude and let go of the things that are no longer serving you.
Enhance your transition into the Spring by cleansing your body, and your mind.
Restorative SleepSleep is essential to life and is
necessary for optimal immune function.
Restorative functions like muscle growth, tissue repair, protein
synthesis and cognitive processing occur during sleep.
Restorative SleepAdults need 7.5-8 hours of sleep per
night for optimal body functioning.
Get to bed at the same time each night and wake at the same time
each morning to establish healthy sleep habits.
Supportive Supplements
Flax SeedsGround flax seeds are an excellent source of fiber, protein & omega 3 fatty
acids. They can improve bowel function and help
you feel more full.
Supportive Supplements
ProbioticsThe impact of bacteria on
human health is staggering. The gut in
our digestive tract influence our digestion,
immune function and mood.
Supportive Supplements
ProbioticsSeasonal
supplementation with a multistrain probiotic can help to support healthy bacteria colonies in the
large intestine.
