What Do You Really Want to Cleanse?
This is the most essential question to ask before starting any cleanse. Are you trying to reach a health goal? Address stubborn symptoms? Clear out a troubled health history?
Some people need to cleanse slowly. Others may benefit from a deep, fast-acting program. You might even discover that what you need most is rebuilding—not cleansing. This is where professional guidance can make all the difference.
That said, anything that makes you feel lighter can have a cleansing effect. That opens the door to a wide variety of options, from short 1–3 day resets to longer 6-month programs that create lasting change.
Let’s start with the basics.
Essential Daily Cleansing Habits
Even without a formal cleanse, these daily habits support your body’s natural detox pathways:
1. Diet
Your diet is the foundation of any cleanse. Start by going organic and increasing your vegetable intake. Begin phasing out refined foods like white sugar and white flour—your body will thank you.
2. Hydration
Drink more pure water and enhance it with electrolytes to flush toxins from your cells. Great options include raw apple cider vinegar, lemon, lime, a pinch of sea salt, or prepared electrolyte formulas.
3. Exercise
Move your body—every day. Physical movement stimulates circulation and lymph flow, pushing toxins out and drawing nutrients in. Dry skin brushing also helps move lymph and supports elimination.
4. Breathwork
Track your breathing. Breathe with ease, without strain. With every exhale, let go of tension. Just a few deep breaths can shift your state of mind and reset your energy.
Popular Cleansing Programs
Here are some of the most common and effective types of cleanses:
Colon Cleansing
The colon is the body’s primary elimination channel. When it’s functioning well, your entire body benefits. Colon cleansing improves digestive function and supports overall detox. It’s a great first step and a worthwhile ongoing practice.
Liver Cleansing
The liver is your main detox organ. It processes and eliminates waste through the intestinal tract, so when the liver is congested, the whole system backs up. Liver cleansing can also trigger a “healing crisis” as toxins are released—another reason to get professional support and use the right nutrients.
Parasite, Microbial & Yeast Cleansing
This type of cleanse is ideal for those with chronic bloating, low immunity, or known parasitic exposure. Herbal formulas, time-released oregano oil (for yeast), and high-quality probiotics can make a big difference. Rebuilding gut flora with beneficial bacteria is essential to avoid recurring issues.
Inflammation Clean-Up
If you deal with fibromyalgia, swelling (edema), or sore joints and tendons, a simple anti-inflammatory program using proteolytic enzymes can offer fast, noticeable relief.
How to Get Started
Each of these programs can be used on their own or combined, depending on your needs. At the Tummy Temple, we offer experienced guidance from a team of talented practitioners who can help you find the right starting point.
Want help deciding where to begin?
Call our customer care team at (206) 729-6211 to have your questions answered and to schedule a visit.
Kristi Zimmer is the CEO of Tummy Temple, a natural medicine clinic focused on detox, digestive health, and nervous system balance. With a background in massage, colon hydrotherapy, and nutrition, she combines her personal healing journey with a passion for holistic wellness.
She leads a team of professionals dedicated to compassionate care and continuously strives to improve the clinic’s services through client feedback.
