7 Key Signs That Your Body is Detoxing Naturally
7 Signs Your Body is Detoxing Naturally (And How to Support It This Summer)
Summer is a powerful season for healing. As temperatures rise, so does your body’s ability to cleanse and restore. While your body is always working to detoxify, summer’s warmth, sunlight, and movement can supercharge the process.
But what does a natural detox actually look like? It’s not always pretty, and sometimes it feels like something’s wrong when it’s actually your body doing something right.
Here are 7 signs your body is detoxing naturally, plus tips to support the process, especially during the hot summer months.
1. You’re Sweating More Than Usual
Sweat is your skin’s way of flushing toxins – and in the summer, your body ramps this up to cool down and cleanse at the same time.
What to do:
Hydrate with water + electrolytes (try adding lemon and a pinch of sea salt)
Use a dry brush before showers to open pores
Choose aluminum-free, natural deodorants to avoid blocking your sweat glands
2. You Have Stronger Body Odor
Detoxing through sweat may bring a stronger scent than usual. This doesn’t mean you’re dirty – it can be a sign that your body is pushing out stored waste, especially from the lymphatic system.
What to do:
Drink chlorophyll water or eat parsley and cilantro to support internal cleansing
Add lymphatic drainage practices like rebounding (mini trampoline) or light massage
3. You’re Experiencing Fatigue or Brain Fog
Feeling sluggish or mentally cloudy? Your liver might be working overtime to process toxins, which can temporarily drain your energy.
What to do:
Support your liver with foods like beets, leafy greens, and bitter herbs
Get quality sleep and avoid late-night eating to give your organs time to reset
4. Your Skin is Breaking Out
Your skin is one of your largest detox organs. When the liver or gut is overloaded, toxins often “exit” through the skin, causing breakouts, rashes, or itchiness.
What to do:
Keep skin clean with gentle, natural products
Stay consistent with clean eating and water intake
Support the gut with probiotics and fiber
5. Your Digestion is Off (Gas, Bloating, Irregular BMs)
A detoxing body often stirs things up in the digestive system. You might notice changes in how often you go – or how things feel when you do.
What to do:
Eat whole foods high in fiber (chia seeds, flax, leafy greens)
Sip on warm water or herbal teas like ginger or peppermint
Consider digestive bitters or gentle supplements to aid movement
6. You Feel More Emotional or Irritable
Did you know toxins aren’t just physical? Detox can also stir up emotions – especially if you’re releasing stored tension or inflammation.
What to do:
Journal, pray, or take walks to release emotional build-up
Use calming essential oils like lavender or frankincense
Give yourself grace – your body is doing sacred work
7. You Notice Bad Breath or a Coated Tongue
This is a classic sign that your body is detoxing through the digestive tract. A coated tongue or funky breath can signal your gut and liver are in cleanup mode.
What to do:
Drink herbal teas and include cleansing herbs like mint or fennel
Avoid processed foods and support bile flow with lemon water or apple cider vinegar (before meals)
Final Thoughts: Help Your Body, Don’t Fight It
These symptoms aren’t always fun – but they’re often signs of progress. Instead of fighting your body, support it. Listen. Nourish it with real food, pure water, rest, movement, and love.
At Mind and Body Solutions, we help you understand the why behind what you’re feeling – then guide you with natural solutions that work.
Need personalized detox support this summer? We offer custom detox programs, consultations, and therapies to help you feel lighter, clearer, and more in control of your health.
Schedule a consultation with our team today to learn more.
