How to start the new year 2026 fresh and healthy

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From Christmas goose to piles of cookies, the body is attacked by the greasiest and sweetest temptations during the Christmas season. And as if that wasn't enough, there might also be a short break in the training plan. Time for a body cleanse? We think so. Of course, everyone is talking about Detox in January — and that's exactly why.

But for every good resolution - such as: cleansing the body and improving nutrition - is there a new detox trend that is being thrown at us. Forget extreme calorie reductions and avoid entire food groups — read hereHow you can optimally detoxify your body this January.

A non-alcoholic month
The liver is an important organ for digestion, detoxification and hormone balance. Everyone knows the connection between alcohol and liver disease — and some people even treat their liver to a non-alcoholic month on a regular basis. New scientific findings It is said that a “dry January” is good for health. Ten journalists agreed to abstain from alcohol for a month and were able to show reduced liver fat levels and lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels after this period.

Get rid of the extra sugar
A reduced-sugar diet can do wonders for your body — it helps you lose weight, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduces the risk of diabetes. Avoid excess sugar — as found in most desserts, sweets, chocolates, lemonades, and even ready-made pasta sauces — and help detoxify your body. The best way to satisfy your sweet craving is with sweet fruit, such as apple pieces that you dip in peanut butter or Greek yogurt with blueberries, honey and cinnamon.

Stock up on whole foods
Detox juice cleanses may seem like a tempting answer to a month of licentiousness, but they will leave you feeling hungry and lack of energy. By the way, the juices are not very sustainable. Make sure you eat from all food groups to provide your body with enough nutrients. That means eat vegetables, fruits, fish, nuts, seeds, lean meats, and whole grains. And don't be afraid of healthy fats — a mashed avocado on toasted sourdough bread is good for your body and satisfies hunger. You certainly won't give up breakfast like this in February.

Sufficient liquid
Never underestimate the power of water. It helps the body flush out waste, maintain the right body temperature, prevent constipation and dehydration. Web MD recommends drinking six to eight glasses of water or other liquids a day. Depending on training and climate, this amount must be individually adjusted.

The right workout
Half an hour of exercise at least five days a week is the ultimate way to detoxify your body — but you also don't want to overwork yourself during detox time. The solution? Tailor your detox to your workout. If your workout includes long-distance running or swimming, you should get enough protein and calories from eating lots of fish, nuts, and vegetables/fruit. For less intensive workouts, such as yoga, nutrient-rich juice is enough to stimulate the body and support the meditative session.

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