Spring Cleaning for Your Body & Mind Backed by Science

spring detox, mind & body.

Spring has a way of waking us up.

Winter pulls us inward. Heavy food, dark mornings, extra blankets. It’s hibernation season, our biology literally slows down.

Then spring arrives, and suddenly the energy shifts. More daylight naturally boosts serotonin and adjusts our circadian rhythm, which is why you might already feel more alert in the mornings and restless to get outside after dinner. Nature’s saying: time to reset. And whether we realise it or not, our bodies feel it too.

I notice it in myself every year - suddenly I want lighter food, to be outside more, to move in the evenings. My favourite ritual is a quick walk after dinner. It’s so simple, but on the nights I do it, I sleep better and my mind feels calmer.

So why not let spring work with you instead of against you? Here are five small, science-backed shifts that actually make a difference:

🌞 Light and circadian rhythm

As daylight increases, your body naturally produces less melatonin in the morning and more at night. Translation: you feel more awake when the sun rises and sleepier when it sets. An evening walk after dinner doesn’t just feel good, it reinforces your body clock, helping you fall asleep easier.

🌱 Seasonal foods really do matter

Studies show eating in tune with the seasons gives you higher nutrient density and supports gut health. In spring, that means fresher, lighter foods, think greens, sprouts, citrus, asparagus. They help digestion reset after winter’s heavier meals.

💚 Your liver loves spring, too Increased circulation and metabolism in warmer weather mean your liver, the body’s detox powerhouse, works harder to rid the body of all the extra food we indulged in winter. Bitter greens, lemon water, and simply staying hydrated support this natural process. I love my hydrogen water bottle so my body absorbs more.

🚶 Movement outdoors lowers stress (fast). Just 10 minutes of walking in nature measurably lowers cortisol, your main stress hormone. Do it in evening light, and you get the double benefit of stress relief + circadian rhythm support. + a nice way to catch up on the day with partner, children or a friend. Think of it as a spring therapy session.

🧹 Declutter = mental clarity A Princeton study found that physical clutter competes for your attention, reducing focus and increasing stress. That’s why even clearing one drawer, one shelf, or your bedside table creates an outsized sense of calm. Small acts of tidying ripple outward. Making big changes on the inside.

Spring isn’t about perfection. It’s about renewal. About syncing with the same rhythm nature is already following.

So instead of asking “How do I overhaul everything?” try “What’s one small shift that makes me feel lighter this season?”

Your body (and your sleep) will thank you. 🌸

Tiffany