As your body adjusts to a reset or new wellness routine, it's common to experience temporary discomforts like headaches, fatigue, constipation, and bloating. While these symptoms can be frustrating, the good news is that simple, natural remedies can help ease your way through the process. In this post, we’ll share some effective tips to manage these common challenges, so you can feel better and continue moving toward your health goals with ease.
Headache Relief: To ease headaches, try rubbing diluted peppermint essential oil on the back of your neck and temples (avoid the eyes). The menthol in peppermint has natural analgesic properties and can provide quick relief. In fact, some studies suggest applying peppermint oil topically is as effective as taking 1,000mg of acetaminophen for headaches. For additional benefits, you can also add peppermint tea to your cleanse or incorporate fresh mint into your smoothie or salad. Chewing on a few mint leaves can help, too!
Fatigue: If you're feeling low on energy, try taking a short nap (even 10 minutes can make a big difference). If you're at work, a power nap in your car can be surprisingly refreshing. You could also go for a walk, or try inverted yoga poses to increase blood flow to the brain. To boost your energy, sip on peppermint or green tea, enjoy a greens drink, or snack on frozen blueberries.
Constipation: The increase in fiber from your reset may cause temporary constipation, but it’s important to eliminate waste daily. To help, stay hydrated and consider adding a fiber remedy: mix 1 tbsp of seeds (like flax, chia, or pumpkin) with 1 tsp of oil (fish, flax, olive, or melted coconut) and stir into 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce. Take this in the morning or evening with a cup of herbal tea for relief. You might also try a gentle herbal laxative tea like Smooth Move. Movement helps too—gentle stretches, like lying on your back and hugging your knees into your chest, deep squats, and spinal twists, can help stimulate bowel movements.
Gas and Bloating: To relieve gas and bloating, sip on fennel seed tea. You can buy fennel tea bags or simply boil 1 tsp of fennel seeds in 1 cup of water, strain, and drink. Chewing on fennel seeds soaked in warm water for a minute can also provide instant relief. Additionally, light movement can help release trapped gas and ease bloating.
These simple remedies should help ease discomfort as your body adjusts to your reset. Hang in there—these symptoms are temporary and will pass soon!
