Not Just Juice Cleanses: The Detox Lies We Need to Unlearn with Elissa Goodman

Is your body begging for a detox, but your habits keep getting in the way? We often think detoxing means restriction, but holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman flips the script. It’s not about deprivation, it’s about adding more life. If your wellness routine feels complicated, this episode offers refreshing clarity on how to simplify feeling better. This conversation will help you ditch toxic trends and focus on real-life tools that reset your gut, restore your energy, and reveal what’s really weighing you down. Elissa’s practical hacks will give you a starting point and most importantly, a sense of peace.   What You’ll Learn: (00:00) Coming next (01:02) Why Elissa skipped chemo and how her doctor reacted (03:52) Why juice cleanses might do more harm than good (07:47) What’s actually happening to your body by day 4 of a detox (11:29) Elissa’s essential detox travel kit (16:53) The surprising morning ritual that changed her clients’ lives  Today, Ginni sits down with holistic nutritionist, cancer survivor, and wellness expert Elissa Goodman. They discuss the real definition of detoxing—not as restriction, but as a way to add vitality. Elissa gets personal about her cancer journey, the emotional roots of illness, and why healing the gut is essential to happiness and immunity. You’ll hear why she shortened radiation and skipped chemo, how stress can be more dangerous than diet, and why plant-forward eating can transform your energy. From hydration hacks to emotional detoxing, this episode is a roadmap to real resilience. Connect with Elissa Goodman: Website: https://elissagoodman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman/ Connect with Ginni: Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: [phone]