Dr. Joseph Mercola was recently featured on CBS News Chicago in a segment discussing how the body naturally detoxifies and why spring can be an ideal time to support those processes. During the interview, he explained that toxin exposure is now a constant part of daily life, including through the air we breathe, making detox support increasingly important year-round.
Mercola discussed how increased sunlight exposure may help activate the body’s natural detox pathways, particularly those centered in the liver. He also highlighted sweating through sun exposure or sauna use, along with proper hydration, as practical ways to help the body eliminate toxins more efficiently.
The segment also focused on nutrition and lifestyle habits that may reduce overall toxic burden. Mercola emphasized removing processed foods and seed oils as one of the most effective dietary steps people can take, while encouraging viewers to focus on foundational habits that support the body’s built-in detox systems.
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CBS News, May 12, 2026