Root Cause, Detox

26 September 2023

So you’re considering doing a detox?

Maybe you’re feeling nervous or hesitant because you don’t know what to expect, or aren’t sure you’ll be able to finish it? I totally get it! A lot of people feel overwhelmed thinking they won’t be able to keep up with the changes needed, but this detox makes it really easy!

That’s why I wrote this blog, to take away any misgivings, answer your questions, and show you what you can expect!

I’ve done this detox countless times myself, and have supported over 3000 people through it.  

Whether you’re consider the 7, 14, or 21-day detox, it all looks about the same, just repeated 2 or 3 times.

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• What the detox actually looks like
• What You Can Expect During the Detox
• Common detox symptoms and strategies to overcome them

• The detox involves two fasting days each week, during which you will consume the Daily Nutritional Support shake four times a day, along with two supplements. While the fasting days are some of the most powerful and important in my mind, you can skip them if you don’t want to lose weight, or if fasting REALLY doesn’t agree with you.

• Days 3-7 involve a morning shake, plant-based lunches, midafternoon shake, and a Paleo-style dinner with animal-based protein like chicken, turkey, or fish(if you eat those). Most vegetables are allowed, provided they don’t cause bloating or gas.

• If you continue with the 14 or 21-day detox after day 7, you will repeat the fasting days on days 8/9 and 15/16 and follow the 2-shake/2 meal plan on other days. 

• The detox involves removing processed foods, snacks, and added sugars. You also won’t be eating out during the detox, which will be a big part of your success — cutting out toxic oils and LOTS of inflammation.

It is important to take the supplements as directed and follow the schedule outlined in the detox guide as closely as possible.

The detox kit includes all the shakes and supplements needed and an approved food list to make the detox as simple as possible. Click here for the Food Guide and Shopping List.

If you need meal ideas, look here for delicious lunch and dinner recipes to help you stay on track!

1. Expect to learn a lot about yourself during the detox. Sounds cheesy, but the detox can be challenging on many levels. The detox challenges you to change how you eat, rethink how you look at food, and look at your relationship with food. Many people finish a detox and feel “free” from the control food cravings or unhealthy foods had over them.
2. You will feel empowered. The detox will empower you to know that YOU are in charge of your health and symptoms. Expect to feel much better after the detox and learn the importance of detoxing on a regular basis for optimal health!
3. Depending on your toxic load before the detox (you can test your toxic load here: Toxicity Quiz), expect new symptoms to appear or current symptoms to worsen temporarily. As toxins leave our body (thanks to the extra support the detox gives to our liver and body), we sometimes can feel achy, have headaches, or develop new or worsening current symptoms. Don’t worry; this usually lasts the first few days of the detox; then, expect the symptoms to clear and for you to feel even better than before starting the detox.
4. Expect to be strict with the diet and supplement regimen. It’s important to remember that growth occurs during challenging times. The detox is temporary, but the benefits can last long after the detox ends.
5. The positive benefits people notice first DURING the detox are weight loss, increased energy, better sleep, and improved mood. If weight loss is a concern, you can avoid the fasting days or make sure to increase your carbohydrate intake during the detox.
6. Expect not to feel hungry during the detox. This detox does a great job of making you feel satiated even on the fasting days. You may miss eating food, but you shouldn’t expect to feel hungry.

During the detox, some people feel fantastic throughout the process, and others may have days where they feel slightly unwell. Detox or withdrawal symptoms from coffee and processed foods are common and may manifest differently for each person.

Symptoms like headaches, fatigue, body aches, insomnia, and mood swings are among the most common. If you encounter any of these symptoms, consider trying the following:

• Include minerals in your drinking water. This will ensure your cells are hydrated and aid in numerous bodily functions, including detoxification.
• Practice mindfulness. Remember that these symptoms show that your body removes what is no longer beneficial. They are temporary and will ultimately lead to long-term health benefits.
• Take a break when necessary. There is no shame in taking a moment to catch your breath! Rest and let your body do what it knows best.
• Get plenty of sleep! Your body and liver perform most of their detoxification during sleep. If you aren’t sleeping well, it can contribute to many of your symptoms. I have a blog about how to set your circadian rhythm that is full of tips for deeper sleep!
• Take an Epsom salt bath to soothe your nervous system and reduce detox symptoms. Baths allow your skin to detoxify through sweating, and magnesium in Epsom salt encourages additional detoxification.

If you still have symptoms, you can take things a step further:

1. Revisit the drainage funnel blog and make sure all areas are working properly.
2. To reduce symptoms, consider adding a high-quality binder that can bind to toxins and remove them from the body.
3. Support the movement of lymph by dry brushing, or rebounding which can help get the toxins moving quickly.
4. Use your Infrared Sauna to speed up the elimination of toxins from your body. But be careful not to overdo it, as this may cause fatigue. I have a very in-depth blog about sauna use you can check out here.
5. Keep your body moving, even just gentle movements like walking, yoga, or stretching. Every little bit helps!
6. For constipation, see this blog about how to improve your poop and improve constipation.
7. For dizziness, make sure to add blueberries to the shakes and/or avoid fasting days all together. Limit exercise and rest as much as you can. Consider discontinuing the detox until symptoms subside.
8. If you’re still experiencing discomfort, try reducing the dosage of your herbal supplements by half. Alternatively, you could skip a couple of doses and see if your symptoms improve.

You are going to be a detox pro with this knowledge! Just remember to be patient with yourself and to be proud that you are taking the first steps to lowering your toxic load and feeling your best!  

This detox is one of the most powerful and beneficial things you will ever do for your mind and body. After completing one, most everyone does another within a year, and many make it part of their long term health plans!

You can use my code KATE to save 10% off the detox.

If you want more resources, check out my other blogs:

• Why should I detox?
• Detox FAQ page
• How to Prepare Your Body for detoxing
• After your detox
• How to live a detox lifestyle and love your liver

If you decide to detox, send me a DM on social media and let me know!

Happy detoxing!

Kate