'The road to health is paved with good intestines!'
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In case you didn't know, your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms known as the microbiome. Unless you live off the grid, eat organic food, and have zero stress, the large families of bacteria, essential for the health of the human gut, are under threat.
A three-day cleansing diet will reset your intestinal microbiome to optimum performance. Regular detoxing will maintain intestinal balance going forward.
Your Gut - Your Second Brain
Just like your brain, the ENS (Enteric Nervous System) has the same type of neurons and neurotransmitters found in your brain’s CNS (Central Nervous System.) As part of your digestive system, the ENS is lined with more than 100 million nerve cells from the esophagus to your rectum, and has been called our ‘second brain’. The connection between the brain and gut impacts digestion, mood, and perception.
Symptoms that You Might Need to Reset Your Gut
When your gut is out of sync, you’ll feel it. Here are some common symptoms that alert you to the need for resetting your gut:
- Gas
- Fatigue
- Candida
- Bloating
- Leaky gut
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Inflammatory bowel disease
Research has shown that short-term dietary changes, such as a sudden change to a plant-based diet, do beneficially alter gut flora. Based on these findings, a three-day dietary gut reset may positively impact the microbiome. It’s a great kickstart at the very least. In order to achieve lasting results, however, it may be necessary to make long-term changes to diet and lifestyle.
Hot Tip: the Mediterranean way of eating increases the amount and diversity of beneficial bacteria in the gut, whereas other diets reduce it.
Three-Day Gut Reset Plan
Any time you feel your gut has taken a knock, use the three-day gut workout to set matters straight. Whatever you do, hydrate yourself very, very well with purified water broken with lemon slices of celery stalks or berries.
Day one - Today you’ll aim to focus on eating anti-inflammatory foods - in other words, avoiding inflammatory food and beverages altogether. So, be sure to eliminate the following for at least three days:
- sugars, i.e. refined sugar, corn syrup, or any ingredients ending in ‘-ose’ (e.g. fructose)
- refined carbohydrates (cakes, breads, pasta, pizza, pastries)
- Saturated fats - found in all processes foods
Instead, be sure to load your meals with plant-based foods on day one, such as
- nuts and seeds
- olives and olive oil
- oily fish and lean protein
- dark leafy greens (spinach or kale)
- fruits low in sugar (apples, pears, berries, avocado)
- brightly colored vegetables (carrots, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant)
- moderate portions of healthy startch (oats, brown rice, quinoa, sweet potatoes)
Day two - Today you can repeat the principles of day one but add extra high-fibre foods:
- beans and lentils
- green juices, smoothies
- raw vegetables, salads
- ground seeds (mix of flax, linseed, sunflower, chia)
Day three - Today you can incorporate fermented foods with the good ideas from day one and two:
- miso
- Kefir
- Kimchi
- tempeh
- sauerkraut
Meal planning examples from Medical News Today:
Breakfast:
- coconut yogurt with blueberries and flaked almonds
- smoothie with coconut water, spinach leaves, an apple, a handful of blueberries, and a tablespoon of ground flaxseeds
- oatmeal with cinnamon and grated apple
Lunch:
- salad with rocket, watercress, tomatoes, cucumber, and peppers, topped with hummus and green olives
- a chickpea flour wrap stuffed with salad, sauerkraut, and sliced tofu
- a vegetable soup
Dinner:
- lean chicken breast and vegetables stir-fried in coconut oil, fresh ginger, garlic, and tamari
- salmon and steamed green vegetables (kale, cabbage, or pak choi)
- zucchini noodles and lentil Bolognese sauce
Allopathic Medicine or Natural Supplements
Many gut issues are often treated allopathically with medical immunosuppressants, anti-inflammatories, and cortisone, which may indeed be necessary when symptoms become intense or progressive disease is already present. It is important to fully understand the side effects of these medications before deciding to proceed with treatment. Try to rely on these measures only after exhausting all other options first.
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Summary: A three-day gut reset should help you transition to a healthier diet and lifestyle. It may be beneficial for a person's gut health and some chronic conditions to change their diet over the long term. It is advisable to consult with a doctor or dietician for advice on the best approach.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical or psychological advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized guidance.
