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If You Do One Detox a Year — Do It Now, And Here’s How

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Apr 7, 2025

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Stephen Azale

Stephen Azale, Founder and CEO of Truly Free Home, dives into the importance of detoxing your life, especially in spring. He discusses how this season aligns perfectly for liver detox and highlights ten hidden toxins commonly found in households. Azale shares nutritious foods and herbs that can support natural cleansing, while also addressing the mental health impacts of clutter. Listeners learn practical steps for achieving a fresh start, including spiritual renewal tips and the benefits of switching to non-toxic cleaning products for a healthier home.

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Spring Is Optimal Detox Season

Spring is the best season to do liver and whole-body detox according to ancient and modern medicine.
Spiritual traditions like Lent and Passover align with this time for cleansing body, mind, and spirit.

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ADVICE

Avoid Major Dietary Toxins

Eliminate processed foods, added sugars, and seed oils from your diet to reduce toxicity.
Avoid conventional meat, dairy, and produce to minimize exposure to pesticides and heavy metals.

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Eat Foods That Support Liver Detox

Eat steamed cruciferous vegetables, beets, carrots, and green leafy vegetables to support liver detox.
Incorporate sour and bitter foods like lemon, apple cider vinegar, and fermented foods to activate cleansing enzymes.

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Spring Detox: Embracing Renewal

03:48 • 8min

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Avoiding Toxins: The Importance of Organic Choices for Health

12:09 • 2min

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Identifying and Mitigating Everyday Toxins for Better Health

14:13 • 4min

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The Importance of Detoxifying with Organic Products and Nutrient-Rich Foods

18:06 • 2min

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Seasonal Detox: Nourishing Body and Mind

20:19 • 20min

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Spiritual Renewal and Personal Growth

40:36 • 20min

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Holistic Healing and Detoxification

01:00:12 • 6min

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Toxic Household Products: A Hidden Danger

01:06:26 • 6min

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Understanding Indoor Toxicity and Healthier Home Choices

01:12:40 • 3min

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Natural Alternatives to Synthetic Fragrances for a Healthier Home

01:15:19 • 2min

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Harmful Household Products and Ethical Alternatives

01:17:22 • 5min

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Spring isn’t just for decluttering your home—it’s the perfect time to detox your life. From ancient traditions to cutting-edge research, this episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show explores how to harness the season of renewal for deep healing and transformation.

In this episode, discover:

Why spring is the most powerful time for liver detox
Top 10 hidden toxins in your home (and how to replace them)
Foods, herbs, and bitters that fuel your body’s natural cleansing systems
How clutter affects your mental health—and how to clear it
Simple spiritual practices to renew purpose and peace
How indoor air could be making you sick—and how to clean it up
A powerful conversation with Truly Free’s founder on hidden dangers in everyday cleaners

Ready to feel lighter, clearer, and more energized? Tune in for practical steps to cleanse your body, home, and soul—and step fully into a fresh season of health and purpose.

#springcleaning #detox #draxe

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00:00 The Importance & History of Spring Cleansing

09:11 Top 10 Sources Of Toxicity

18:38 Best Foods for Liver Support & Cleansing

27:25 Other Tips for Supporting Liver Detox

32:23 Mental Cleansing & Reducing Stress

46:40 Spiritual Cleansing & Reconnecting With God

1:01:31 Truly Free Cleaning & Laundry Solutions

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Links:

We’ve created a full blog post that walks through the main points and insights from this episode. If you'd like to dive deeper or revisit the information later, this is a helpful resource to keep on hand. Read it here → https://thehealthinstitute.com/2025/04/04/spring-cleansing-detoxing-your-body-mind-spirit/
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