A spring cleanse relies on good habits plus targeted building blocks: choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function, and traditionally used plants such as milk thistle, artichoke and dandelion accompany the fresh start after winter. Green microalgae such as spirulina and chlorella give the cleanse its fresh note.
When the days grow longer and the first rays of sun beckon, the wish for a fresh start grows in many people. After the dark, often heavier winter months, the body longs for lightness, more green on the plate and a new dose of momentum. The spring cleanse is a lovely tradition for giving one's own well-being some attention after winter, eating more consciously and tidying up everyday life – in the sense of pausing and doing something good. In this guide we show what matters in a spring cleanse, which traditionally used plants belong to it and which complexes from our range fit well into such a cleanse concept.
What matters for the spring cleanse goal
A spring cleanse thrives above all on good habits: more vegetables, adequate fluids, exercise in the fresh air and conscious breaks from everyday stress. It is not a strict diet, but an invitation to treat yourself more mindfully for a few weeks. In addition, a few nutrients and traditionally used plants come into view that have been associated with spring for generations.
Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function as well as to normal homocysteine and lipid metabolism. That makes it an interesting building block for a cleanse that puts the liver – the central metabolic organ – at its centre. Choline is found naturally in eggs and pulses, among other foods.
When it comes to plants, the spring tradition has always relied on bitter substances: milk thistle, artichoke and dandelion are traditionally used and have been a firm part of classic spring cleanses for generations. Young dandelion from the meadow in particular is a symbol of this season. Spirulina and chlorella are nutrient-rich microalgae that are gladly incorporated as green classics into modern cleanse concepts and stand for the fresh, green note.
Important to put into context: bitter-substance plants unfold their value within the framework of traditional use – health-related promises of cure are expressly not associated with this. A spring cleanse is about a conscious diet, enjoyment and a fresh start, not about treating complaints.
Magnesium and adequate fluids also play a role when you become more active again in spring and bring more movement into everyday life: magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. And no matter which plants you choose – the most important building block of any cleanse remains drinking enough. Water and unsweetened herbal teas fit the spring idea ideally and can be varied with fresh herbs or a slice of lemon.
Ideally, the first fresh herbs and wild plants of the season belong on the plate in spring: young dandelion in a salad, wild garlic in pesto, nettle in soup and the first radishes. These bitter and wild plants have always been symbols of spring and complement a cleanse in a natural way. Combined with the traditionally used plant extracts from capsules, a rounded picture emerges – kitchen and cleanse interlock and make the season a flavourful experience too.
Our product recommendations
From our range we have selected four products that fit the idea of a classic spring cleanse: a liver-focused complex with choline, two plant-based options centred on milk thistle and dandelion, as well as green microalgae. That way you find the right companion depending on your preference – combined or pure, with a nutrient or purely plant-based.
Strong liver complex with choline, milk thistle & artichoke
This complex places the liver at the centre of the spring cleanse and combines an authorised nutrient with classic cleanse plants. Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function and to normal lipid metabolism, while the traditionally used plants milk thistle and artichoke round off the formulation. With 120 capsules it is a well-thought-out, everyday-suitable basis for the fresh start after winter.
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Leber-Intenso Vegan with milk thistle, artichoke & dandelion
The vegan variant relies entirely on traditionally used plants: milk thistle, artichoke, dandelion root and desmodium – bundled, these are the classic companions of a spring cleanse in a single formulation. 180 capsules made in Germany make it a practical cleanse companion that carries you through the cleanse over several weeks. Ideal for everyone who prefers a purely plant-based, bitter-substance-focused solution without additional nutrients and wants to rely entirely on the power of the traditional cleanse plants.
Milk thistle capsules, high-dose with 80% silymarin
Anyone who values milk thistle pure and concentrated will find here a high-dose Greek 25:1 extract with 80% silymarin. Milk thistle is traditionally used and is probably the best-known plant of the spring tradition of all. 180 vegan capsules made in Germany make this product a clear, focused choice for purists who want to place exactly one plant at the centre of their cleanse. The high silymarin content and the concentrated extract form speak for quality and make milk thistle the centrepiece of a simple, tradition-conscious spring cleanse.
Spirulina & chlorella tablets in organic quality
The green microalgae spirulina and chlorella are popular companions of a spring cleanse and give it its characteristic green note. As nutrient-rich tablets in excellent organic quality, they can be built into the day in an uncomplicated way – simply taken with a little water. Ideal for everyone who wants to give their cleanse a fresh, plant-based accent while relying on certified organic raw materials. The tablets can be portioned well and thus fit into any daily routine – a green companion that nicely complements the classic bitter plants of a spring cleanse and provides variety in the cleanse concept.
Foundations first
A spring cleanse is above all an invitation to good habits. Rely on fresh, seasonal vegetables such as the first radishes, spinach and wild garlic, drink enough water and unsweetened herbal teas, and bring movement into the day with walks, bike rides or a little gardening. Consciously reduce alcohol, sugar and heavily processed foods for a few weeks, pay attention to regular meals and allow yourself enough sleep. Even these simple steps make up the core of any spring cleanse.
A lovely approach is to set yourself a fixed period for the cleanse – around four weeks – and during this time consciously observe what does you good. Perhaps you like to start the morning with a glass of warm water, plan an extra portion of vegetables at lunch and wind down earlier in the evening. A cleanse does not have to be complicated: often it is the small, consistently implemented habits that make the biggest difference in the end and can also be maintained beyond spring.
The bottom line is that the spring cleanse is a loving invitation to pay more attention to yourself again after winter. Traditionally used plants such as milk thistle, artichoke and dandelion give it a lovely, seasonally fitting framework, while choline as an authorised nutrient complements the liver-focused orientation. Combined with fresh spring vegetables, plenty of exercise in the warming air and conscious breaks, this becomes a rounded concept. That way you start into the bright season strengthened and with a good feeling.
Food supplements and traditionally used plants can accompany such a cleanse and give it a firm structure, but replace neither a balanced diet nor an overall healthy lifestyle. If you have pre-existing conditions, regularly take medication or are unsure, talk to your doctor before beginning a cleanse.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What actually is a spring cleanse?
A spring cleanse is a traditional phase of conscious fresh start after winter: more fresh vegetables, adequate fluids, exercise and conscious breaks, often accompanied by traditionally used bitter plants. It is not a strict diet, but a mindful approach to yourself over several weeks.
Which plants classically belong to it?
Milk thistle, artichoke and dandelion are among the best-known companions. They are traditionally used and have been part of spring cleanses for generations. In addition, green microalgae such as spirulina and chlorella are popular.
How long should a spring cleanse last?
A cleanse is often laid out over several weeks, frequently four to six. The pack sizes of our complexes with 120 to 180 capsules are designed to accompany you over such a period. Stick to the respective dosage instructions.
What makes spirulina and chlorella so popular?
The green microalgae are nutrient-rich and can be easily integrated into everyday life as tablets. That is why they are popular building blocks of green cleanse concepts and give the spring cleanse its characteristic fresh note.
Does a cleanse replace a healthy diet?
No. A spring cleanse is a complement to good habits, not a substitute. The basis remains a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables, adequate fluids, exercise and enough sleep – the cleanse gives these resolutions a lovely framework.
Health notice: This guide is for general information purposes only and does not replace individual medical or pharmaceutical advice. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you have health concerns, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medication, please consult a doctor or pharmacist. How our guides are created →
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- Bitter substances and nutrition — Deutsche Gesellschaft für Ernährung, 2024
- Health claims on foods — European Food Safety Authority, 2023
- Assessing food supplements — Verbraucherzentrale, 2024
- Balanced nutrition — Bundesministerium für Gesundheit, 2024
