🌿 What’s Happening in the Body:
- Inflammation is beginning to lower — especially if irritants like seed oils, gluten, and refined sugar have been fully removed.
- Microbiome balance is stabilizing — beneficial bacteria are taking hold, and harmful bacteria/yeasts are diminishing.
- Energy may start to rise — especially if hydration and protein intake are consistent.
- Cravings are shifting — processed sugar and junk food urges tend to lessen around this time.
- Emotions may surface — gut healing can bring emotional detox, especially if there’s gut-brain connection work being done (e.g., breathwork, journaling, nervous system regulation).
✅ You Should Be Noticing:
- More regular, complete bowel movements
- Less bloating or gas after meals
- Clearer skin (starting to appear)
- Improved mental clarity
- A more predictable hunger pattern
If you’re not noticing progress by Day 9, it’s a good time to assess: Are you eating enough? Are you still consuming any gut-irritating foods (e.g., bacon, corn, legumes, sauces with seed oils or gums)? Is sleep optimized?