In light of recent testing that revealed the presence of glyphosate in popular breakfast cereals, including many labeled organic, it’s clear that avoiding toxic exposures entirely is no longer possible. These chemicals are in our soil, water, food, and the air we breathe. While we continue to advocate for a cleaner food supply, we must also support our bodies in dealing with the daily burden of unavoidable toxins. That starts with making sure our detoxification systems are functioning properly.

When we hear the word “detox,” many of us think of a cleanse, a juice fast, or a supplement. But what most people don’t realize is that detoxification is not just something you do, it’s something your body is always doing. If we don’t support the body’s natural detoxification systems, particularly the drainage pathways, we can actually do more harm than good.

Mobilizing toxins without proper elimination can lead to those toxins recirculating through the body. This is why people often feel worse during detox protocols: headaches, fatigue, skin rashes, brain fog, and digestive issues are common signs that the body isn’t eliminating effectively. Before we think about pulling toxins out of tissues, we need to make sure the routes of elimination are working well.

What Are Drainage Pathways?

Drainage pathways are the systems your body uses to remove waste and effectively detox. These include:

• Colon (bowel movements)
• Kidneys (urine)
• Liver and bile flow (digestion)
• Lymphatic system (fluid filtration)
• Lungs (exhalation)
• Skin (sweating)

If any of these pathways are congested or sluggish, toxins can get stuck. That can impact everything from mood and focus to immune function and hormonal balance.

How to Support Drainage

Supporting these systems doesn’t require extreme protocols. In fact, the safest and most effective approach is often the most consistent and gentle. Here are a few practical, low-cost ways to get started:

Dry Brushing - This simple practice helps stimulate the lymphatic system. Use a natural bristle brush on dry skin before showering, brushing toward the heart.

Rebounding - Bouncing on a mini-trampoline supports lymph flow and circulation. Even a few minutes a day can make a difference.

Walking - Movement is one of the easiest ways to keep the lymphatic system flowing. Daily walks support all major drainage pathways.

Saunas - Infrared or traditional saunas help eliminate toxins through sweat, including pesticides, plastics, and heavy metals.

Magnesium Baths - Magnesium plays a critical role in liver detoxification. Soaking in Epsom salts or magnesium flakes not only supports detox but also helps calm the nervous system and promote better sleep.

Support the liver - The liver is one of the most important detoxification organs in the body. It filters the blood, breaks down toxins, and produces bile to eliminate waste through the digestive system. When the liver is overwhelmed or undernourished, other systems suffer.

That’s why it’s important to support liver function on an ongoing basis and not just during a “cleanse.”

We recommend Earthley’s Black Liver Oil or Earthley’s Liver Love as a clean, effective way to support the liver naturally. They both contain organic herbs all known for their ability to nourish liver tissue and support the body’s natural ability to detox. You can use our discount code MAA15 and that will give you 15% off your next purchase! (It will expire on 7月 15 at midnight- after that you can use MAA to get 10% off your first purchase.)

Detox isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things in the right order.

Start by opening the pathways: support the colon, liver, kidneys, lymph, lungs, and skin. From there, you can help the body do what it was designed to do: heal, eliminate, and restore balance.

For families looking to reduce their toxic burden in a safe, practical way, supporting drainage pathways is step one. Earthley’s oils to support the liver are powerful tools to make that process safer and more effective.