Has anyone put in liquid days into their Cleanse or do you have liquid days planned?
As you know the liquid days are optional for you. However by way of explanation, this is why I include liquid days in the programme.
A 3-day liquid “gut reset” aims to improve digestive health by increasing the amount of beneficial bacteria in a person’s large intestine. It includes: smoothies, soups, juices and all drinks.
Gut cleansing, often referred to as detoxifying or cleansing the digestive system, is indeed important for maintaining overall health.
Simply put both digestion and detoxification are very hungry organs. However, if you remove the strain from the digestive process, there is more efficient detoxification. I don´t validify just juices, since fibre helps push unwanted debris through the colon. Bacteria and other microorganisms in the large intestine break down the food which helps the body absorb nutrients and eliminate waste. We want those to be thriving to support our health, especially hormone and immune health.
Also the process of digestion involves the interaction of our gut enzymes and the millions of intestinal bacteria present in our gut. These microorganisms can influence whether a particular food is suitable for us or if it can cause problems.
I suggest 3 days of liquids, but if one day is your limit, start with that. It´s still a big help.
Benefits of the 3 liquid days:
- Digestive Health: Gut cleansing helps toremove accumulated waste and toxins, potentially improving digestion and reducing issues like bloating and constipation.
- Microbiome Balance: Cleansing can help promote beneficial bacteria while reducing harmful ones, thereby improving the balance of the gut microbiome.
- Immune System Support: By cleansing the gut, some individuals maystrengthen their immune response.
- Mental Health: A cleaner gut may lead to improved mood and reduced symptoms of conditions like anxiety and depression.
- Weight Management: A clean gut can enhance nutrient absorption and metabolism which support maintaining a healthy weight.
- Detoxification: Itcan help eliminate accumulated toxins in the body.
- Prevents Leaky Gut: Gut cleansing can help prevent a leaky gut and reset the gut microbiome.
- Increased Energy: following a reset, the digestive system functions more efficiently, leading to increased energy levels. This can help individuals feel more alert and vital.
If this is new to you, I suggest the following strategy:
- Eat a complete meal on the lunchtime of the day you wish to start.
- Have a soup (or two different ones) for your evening meal. Maybe a herbal tea and go to bed.
- Prepare a smoothie on waking or when you are hungry.
- Have a soup for lunchtime.
- Drink herbal teas in between. Juices also if required.
- Thats 1 day completed.
If you do try, let the group know how you managed and how you feel.
