{"id":15069,"date":"2023-10-09T10:22:54","date_gmt":"2023-10-09T10:22:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bestratefinders.com\/blog\/?p=15069"},"modified":"2023-10-11T10:16:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T10:16:24","slug":"21-day-dr-cabral-detox-recap-and-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestratefinders.com\/blog\/everything-else\/21-day-dr-cabral-detox-recap-and-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"21-day Dr. Cabral detox recap and recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sharing a full recap of my first 21-day detox, how I felt, what I learned, and if I\u2019d do it again. Check out my full review! I also created a freebie with 21 days of detox recipes if you\u2019d like to download it (details below).<\/em><\/p>\n

Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had a lovely weekend! Ours was great. I feel like I caught up on life (laundry, chores, grocery shopping) and also taught a couple of classes, we had an amazing dinner night with friends, and also met up with the fam for brunch. I hope you had a great one, too!!<\/p>\n

For today\u2019s post, I wanted to share a recap of my 21-day detox experience<\/a>! I love doing the EquiLife detox<\/a> four times a year. It helps support my liver pathways, I always feel GREAT when I do this, and it\u2019s become a part of my health routine. Please keep in mind that I\u2019m just sharing my experience and this isn\u2019t medical info. Before proceeding with any new fitness or nutrition routines, always consult with your doctor.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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As you guys know, I\u2019ve been dealing with some inflammation issues since last spring. It started with my eyes (which was a long, painful mystery, and thank God, it\u2019s been resolved), and in the process, I had a couple of markers come back positive for Lupus. I share more of my story in this podcast episode.<\/a><\/p>\n

In addition to working with my primary care, I\u2019ve been running some functional labs on myself. I had a feeling that I had some gut issues (since gut issues can manifest in different ways and contribute to autoimmune symptoms, as well as allergies, brain fog, fatigue, digestive issues, decreased immune system function, low mood, poor sleep, etc.) and sure enough, I had significant yeast and bacterial overgrowth.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what page 1 of my OAT test looked like, which is extremely comprehensive. It also gave me insight into nutrient deficiencies as well as neurotransmitter levels.<\/p>\n

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(Please keep in mind that functional labs do not treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure any types of disease or illness. They\u2019re used as a tool to discover deficiencies and toxicities, so you can work to bring the body back to balance. After running a couple of tests, I feel empowered with an action plan.)<\/p>\n

21-day Dr. Cabral detox recap and recipes<\/h2>\n

So now, I\u2019m working through some specific protocols – I can share more info if you guys are interested- but the first step before protocols is a detox, to help ensure your body\u2019s detox pathways are open. (You can read more about this specific detox and how it works in this post.<\/a>)<\/p>\n

We have a 7, 14, and 21-day detox, and I knew I wanted to do the 21 day option.<\/p>\n

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While it was a long time, it went by quickly, and also felt easier than I expected (with a couple of modifications).<\/p>\n

I finished the 21 days and I feel like a different person.<\/strong> It reset my habits, helped my sleep, decreased my cravings for sugar, and my energy has been surprisingly awesome. Leading up to the detox, I was drinking a caffeinated coffee or tea in the afternoon for a little boost, and I don\u2019t need it anymore. I\u2019ll also often wake up before my alarm, which was unheard of before the detox.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the 21-day version of the detox works:<\/a><\/p>\n

– It\u2019s the same format as the 7-day version, but you complete the 7-day process for three total weeks.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the week is set up:<\/p>\n

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Dr. Cabral Detox modifications<\/h3>\n

There are also many ways to modify the detox. You can skip the fasting days and just head into the format for days 3-7. You can do one fasting day instead of two. You can complete the fasting days each week, or only do them during the first week. It\u2019s really about staying within a framework, but adapting as needed.<\/p>\n

Some people need extra fuel and protein, which is totally ok (and encouraged) to add in. It\u2019s important to remember that this detox is not intended for weight loss, though many people do end up losing weight in the process. The intention is to provide the b-vitamins, Vitamin C, antioxidants, amino acids, and minerals that the liver needs to do its job. It can become burdened by the toxins in our environment and food, and this detox provides the nutrients it needs to function at its optimal ability.<\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s how I modified the detox:<\/h4>\n

– I only did two total fasting days during the 21 days. My body was already under significant stress – leading up to the detox, I had many weeks of zero or uninterrupted sleep from the eye issues- so I didn\u2019t want to add too much to my stress bucket. I also snacked on berries during the fasting days, and included extra protein during the remaining days. I had extra servings of protein at dinner, and would add some to my lunch soup or salad. I snacked on sardines and veggies with hummus if I was feeling hungry in the afternoon.<\/p>\n

– I added in some condiments that aren\u2019t necessarily on the plan, including Tamari, a splash of balsamic vinegar here and there, and some Kevin\u2019s sauces. I definitely wasn\u2019t *perfect * the entire time, but I still had incredible results and feel like I made it work for my life, especially since it was a longer span of time.<\/p>\n

– I often made a *pudding* with my Daily Nutritional Support powder, just using less water, some cinnamon, and would top it with berries. It\u2019s a tasty way to switch things up if you get sick of the shakes.<\/p>\n

Would I do it again?<\/h4>\n

1000000%. I don\u2019t think I\u2019ll do the 21-day detox each time, but possibly once a year, I\u2019ll do the longer version. The difference between this one and the 7-day detox is significant, and that says a lot, because I really love the 7-day version.<\/p>\n

You can read more about the Dr. Cabral 7-day detox here<\/a>, including some recipes that I\u2019ve enjoyed in the past.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for new recipes, I created a free recipe book that includes lots of options for lunch and dinner!<\/p>\n

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