The Truth About Detox: Why Harsh Cleanses Can Backfire and How to Reset Your Body Naturally
EPISODE #74 — JAN 9, 2026
In this episode, I talk about something top of mind about this time of year: detox culture. I explain why extreme cleanses and juice fasts almost always backfire and walk you through what natural detoxification actually looks like in the body. I break down the roles of your liver, gut, kidneys, and other detox pathways, and share which holistic habits will truly move the needle. My goal is to help you see detox as a process of coming back into balance rather than punishing yourself for moving more slowly during winter.
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In this episode:
01:05 – A little life update + Luna’s health plan
05:37 – Holiday habits and falling out of our routine
07:08 – How to know if your body’s out of balance
08:18 – What detox culture/marketing gets wrong
12:22 – Why harsh detoxes backfire
13:18 – How natural detox actually works in the body
15:03 – What might cause your natural detox system to slow
16:44 – Identifying the exact cause through lab testing
17:23 – Noah shares his two cents
18:15 – Foundational habits that support natural detox
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