Yoga Journal USA — February 2018

It’s a new year and a new moment to set your

intention for a better year to come. Here’s a

quick, two-step guide to get you started.

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Detox to Start

the New Year

DETOXIFYING YOGA SEQUENCE For many reasons, twists and inversions are great in

aiding digestion and more. But the real work of detox comes from deep yogic breathing. It stimulates the

parasympathetic nervous system and reduces stress hormones that slow the body’s natural detox process.

In the following standing poses, return to Down Dog (or include Chaturanga) before transitioning and

balancing each side of the body.

1 Childs Pose >> 2 Low Lunge >> 3 Lunging Prayer Twist >> 5 Twisting Triangle >> 5 Twisting Half

Moon >> 6 Forearm Plank >> 7 Bow Pose >> 8 Seated Twist >> 9 Half Lord of the Fishes Pose >>

10 Seated Forward Fold >> 11 Supported Shoulder Stand >> 12 Seated Meditation

RESTORING HERBS Herbs are powerful plants that help boost the body’s own process of

self-healing—supporting your system versus shocking it with overly active ingredients.

Schisandra Berry | Used for more than 5 ,000 years, this wild-harvested superfruit is found in China and

Russia. Schisandra berries boast all five tastes (bitter, pungent, salty, sour and sweet) and support your

liver, st imulating its natural detoxification process.* Our favorite tea: Traditional Medicinals EveryDay Detox®.

Dandelion Root| Most think dandelions are pesky weeds, but their digestive benefits are nothing to

dismiss. The root’s bitterness helps to stimulate taste buds, setting off production of digestive juices. This

kickstart ignites the body’s natural detoxification processes and helps the liver to flush wastes.* Our

favorite tea: Traditional Medicinals Roasted Dandelion Root.

Cleavers| These dense annuals grow around the world, latching onto (hence the name cleaver) whatever’s

near. Cleavers help promote healthy kidney function and relieve temporary water weight gain.* Our favorite

t ea: Traditional Medicinals EveryDay Detox® Lemon.