EPISODE · May 9, 2026 · 34 MIN
The 3 Step Detox Framework That Actually Works
from The Green Living Now Podcast
Most detox advice is either too extreme, too vague, or just plain wrong. In this episode, naturopathic doctor Jen Mann breaks down the 3-step framework she uses with her patients to detox safely and effectively — starting with what your body already knows how to do.Dr. Jen was told her own labs were "normal" while suffering from chronic fatigue, brain fog, and digestive issues. That frustrating experience led her to naturopathic medicine and ultimately to founding Nova Wellness in the SF Bay Area, where she specializes in getting to the root cause of chronic illness.We cover how to test for heavy metals, why your gut health determines how well you detox, what binders actually work, and why doing too much too soon can backfire.If you've been struggling with unexplained symptoms and conventional medicine hasn't given you answers, this one's for you.Find Dr. Jen Mann at novawellnessmed.comThe holistic retreat she mentioned: https://novawellness.mykajabi.com/holisticdetox 00:00 Why Most Detox Advice Is Wrong 01:42 Who Actually Needs to Detox 02:55 Daily Habits That Move the Needle 04:02 Why Sauna Works (Any Kind) 04:47 Parasites, Metals & Where to Start 06:16 How to Test for Heavy Metals 09:15 Dr. Jen's Own Health Journey 12:42 Why Gut Health Comes First 13:50 Hormones, Toxins & the Hidden Link 15:41 The 3-Step Detox Framework 16:34 Binders That Actually Work 19:42 What Is the Microbiome? 21:44 Your Gut Is Talking to Your Brain 22:26 The 80/20 Rule for Toxic Load 24:45 What Patients Struggle with Most 26:36 How Nature Regulates Your Nervous System 30:59 Stop Grabbing at Every Supplement 32:52 Where to Find Dr. Jen Most of us are trying to do right by our health — but the food system, the labels, and the "expert" advice keep moving the goalposts. Green Living Now cuts through the noise with real conversations, practical tools, and the kind of knowledge that actually changes how you live.Host Amy Hartshorn is a green living educator, certified organic farmer, and upcoming TEDx speaker who has spent over 30 years helping people navigate food, toxins, and holistic health — not with fear, but with clarity and a decision-making framework you can actually use.Free Resources & LinksNotes from the Rebellion Newsletter (free) — straight talk on clean living, no fluff: https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2f1bd82cTake the free Kitchen Toxin Assessment — find out where your biggest exposures actually are: https://tally.so/r/GxrKYeYour Nontoxic Kitchen, Reimagined — 5-day reset: Nontoxic Kitchen Reset | 5-Day Course | Green Living NowThis podcast is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified health professional for personal medical decisions.
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Most detox advice is either too extreme, too vague, or just plain wrong. In this episode, naturopathic doctor Jen Mann breaks down the 3-step framework she uses with her patients to detox safely and effectively — starting with what your body already knows how to do.Dr. Jen was told her own labs were "normal" while suffering from chronic fatigue, brain fog, and digestive issues. That frustrating experience led her to naturopathic medicine and ultimately to founding Nova Wellness in the SF Bay Area, where she specializes in getting to the root cause of chronic illness.We cover how to test for heavy metals, why your gut health determines how well you detox, what binders actually work, and why doing too much too soon can backfire.If you've been struggling with unexplained symptoms and conventional medicine hasn't given you answers, this one's for you.Find Dr. Jen Mann at novawellnessmed.comThe holistic retreat she mentioned: https://novawellness.mykajabi.com/holisticdetox 00:00 Why Most Detox Advice Is Wrong 01:42 Who Actually Needs to Detox 02:55 Daily Habits That Move the Needle 04:02 Why Sauna Works (Any Kind) 04:47 Parasites, Metals & Where to Start 06:16 How to Test for Heavy Metals 09:15 Dr. Jen's Own Health Journey 12:42 Why Gut Health Comes First 13:50 Hormones, Toxins & the Hidden Link 15:41 The 3-Step Detox Framework 16:34 Binders That Actually Work 19:42 What Is the Microbiome? 21:44 Your Gut Is Talking to Your Brain 22:26 The 80/20 Rule for Toxic Load 24:45 What Patients Struggle with Most 26:36 How Nature Regulates Your Nervous System 30:59 Stop Grabbing at Every Supplement 32:52 Where to Find Dr. Jen Most of us are trying to do right by our health — but the food system, the labels, and the "expert" advice keep moving the goalposts. Green Living Now cuts through the noise with real conversations, practical tools, and the kind of knowledge that actually changes how you live.Host Amy Hartshorn is a green living educator, certified organic farmer, and upcoming TEDx speaker who has spent over 30 years helping people navigate food, toxins, and holistic health — not with fear, but with clarity and a decision-making framework you can actually use.Free Resources & LinksNotes from the Rebellion Newsletter (free) — straight talk on clean living, no fluff: https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2f1bd82cTake the free Kitchen Toxin Assessment — find out where your biggest exposures actually are: https://tally.so/r/GxrKYeYour Nontoxic Kitchen, Reimagined — 5-day reset: Nontoxic Kitchen Reset | 5-Day Course | Green Living NowThis podcast is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified health professional for personal medical decisions.
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