Spring Cleaning for Your Health: Ditch the Trends & Focus on What Actually Works

Alright moms, we’re all familiar with spring cleaning when it comes to our homes—purging old clothes, wiping down every surface, and finally tackling that junk drawer. But what if we took that same approach to our health?

Between endless wellness trends, “must-have” supplements, and the constant pressure to overhaul our routines, it’s no wonder most of us feel exhausted just thinking about being “healthy.” The truth? A lot of what we’re told we need is just noise. Instead of chasing trends, let’s clear out the clutter and focus on the real, science-backed habits that actually move the needle for our energy, hormones, gut health, and overall well-being.

1. Ditch the Detoxes & Overpriced Supplements

Let’s start with the biggest scam in the wellness world: detox products. If a brand is trying to sell you an expensive cleanse or a miracle supplement to "flush out toxins"—it’s time to Marie Kondo that BS out of your life.

Here’s what’s actually true: Your body already has a built-in detox system—your liver, kidneys, and gut. If you want to support detoxification, you don’t need a fancy juice cleanse or magic powder. You need:
✔ Plenty of water to help your kidneys flush out waste
✔ Fiber-rich foods (veggies, fruits, flaxseeds) to keep your digestion moving
✔ Cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli & Brussels sprouts) to support liver function
✔ Consistent sweat sessions (exercise, sauna, or even a hot bath) to eliminate toxins through the skin

Spring Cleaning Tip: Instead of spending money on "detox" teas, shift your focus to hydration, fiber, and movement—your body knows how to detox if you give it what it needs.

2. Stop Overcomplicating Gut Health

Gut health is everywhere right now, and for good reason—it impacts your digestion, immunity, hormones, and even your mood. But instead of getting caught up in probiotics, prebiotics, and endless supplements, let’s simplify.

Your gut loves consistency, not extremes.
✔ Start your day with warm lemon water to support digestion
✔ Eat a variety of fermented foods (sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt)
✔ Increase your fiber intake for a happy microbiome
✔ Reduce processed foods that disrupt gut bacteria

Gut health doesn’t have to be complicated—small, daily habits make the biggest impact over time.

Spring Cleaning Tip: Ditch the idea that you need 15 gut health supplements. Focus on whole foods, hydration, and stress management first.

3. Cut Out the Overwhelm in Your Wellness Routine

If your current health routine is exhausting, you’re doing it wrong. We don’t need to be adding more—we need to be doing less, but better.

Here’s how to simplify:
✔ Stick to the basics—water, protein, movement, sleep
✔ Find what works for you (not what Instagram says you should be doing)
✔ Set realistic goals—small, daily habits beat extreme plans every time
✔ Give yourself grace—health is a journey, not a punishment

Spring Cleaning Tip: Look at your current health routine—what actually helps you feel good? Keep that. Anything else? Let it go.

4. Get Back to the Foundations of Health

At the end of the day, your body thrives on consistency, not perfection. If you focus on fueling it well, moving daily, sleeping deeply, and managing stress, everything else falls into place.

💡 The real takeaway? If your health habits feel overwhelming, it’s time to clean house. More isn’t better—better is better.