Body Detox - Day 2

Full Body Detox Journal – Day 2

Date: September 10, 2025

Focus: Inflammation + Gut Reset

Let’s keep it real.

I want to document why I’m doing this—not just what I’m eating.

Over the past year, I’ve been dealing with high anxiety and stress. Eventually, it turned into waves of mild depression. It would come and go. There were ups, but definitely some deep downs.

It didn’t just stay in my head—it affected my body too. My appetite changed. As someone who lifts weights, I used to be good at fueling myself with the right amount of food, especially protein. But that became a challenge. Not because I was eating my feelings—but the opposite. Stress kills my appetite.

Energy dropped. Workouts suffered. Gym days started to dwindle. And as those decreased, the anxiety increased. A vicious cycle. My weight dropped rapidly. Even when the stress started to lift, my gut didn’t seem to bounce back. Irregular digestion, inconsistent bowel movements, gas, bloating—you name it.

So instead of running straight to a doctor or searching for a quick fix, I’m choosing a more holistic route. Small, manageable changes to reset my system—especially my gut.

Food & Benefits of the Foods Eaten –

Morning

• Green Juice (ingredients from Day 1 assumed: celery, cucumber, ginger, lemon, parsley, spinach, green apple)

  • Hydration & Alkalinity: Celery and cucumber are high in water content and help flush out toxins while keeping you hydrated.

  • Anti-inflammatory: Ginger and lemon support digestion and reduce inflammation in the gut.

  • Liver Support & Detoxification: Parsley and spinach are rich in chlorophyll, which supports liver detoxification and may help with skin and digestion.

  • Natural Energy: Green apple adds fiber and a little natural sugar to stabilize energy.

• Banana

  • Gut Support: High in prebiotic fiber (especially resistant starch in slightly green bananas), which feeds good gut bacteria.

  • Mood Boosting: Contains vitamin B6, which helps the body produce serotonin — a key player in mood regulation.

• Blueberries

  • Antioxidant-Rich: Help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, which are often elevated with anxiety and depression.

  • Digestive Aid: Contain fiber and natural compounds that support digestion and reduce bloating.

Lunch

• Spinach

  • Gut Health: High in fiber and magnesium, which supports regular bowel movements.

  • Mood & Energy: Rich in folate and iron, both of which are essential for energy and mood regulation.

• Smoked Chicken Breast

  • Lean Protein: Supports muscle repair and recovery (especially helpful as you return to strength training).

  • Stabilizes Blood Sugar: Helps keep energy stable and cravings in check.

• Pickled Beets

  • Probiotic Potential: If naturally fermented, they can support gut bacteria.

  • Liver Support: Beets support liver detox pathways and are high in fiber and antioxidants.

• Cucumber

  • Hydrating & Cooling: Soothing for the digestive tract and helpful for reducing bloating.

• Avocado

  • Healthy Fats: Feed the brain and support hormone regulation, which is important when coming out of a stress-depletion state.

  • Fiber: Also supports healthy gut flora and bowel regularity.

• Homemade Vinaigrette (assuming olive oil, vinegar/lemon, mustard, herbs)

  • Digestive Aid: Vinegar or lemon juice can help with stomach acid and digestion.

  • Anti-Inflammatory: Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats and antioxidants that support gut and brain health.

Dinner

• Grilled Chicken

  • Again, great source of lean protein for muscle repair and steady energy.

• Sweet Potatoes

  • Prebiotics: High in soluble fiber that feeds healthy gut bacteria.

  • Mood & Nerve Function: Rich in complex carbs, vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins — especially important for stress recovery.

• Asparagus

  • Prebiotic Fiber: One of the best natural sources. Helps fuel the good bacteria in your gut.

  • Detox Support: Contains inulin and other compounds that promote digestion and natural detoxification.

Overall Nutritional Wins Today

• Balanced Macronutrients: You got healthy proteins, fats, and complex carbs — all essential for mood, gut, and hormone health.

• Prebiotic & Probiotic Support: Great combo for building gut resilience.

• Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant-rich: Helps calm down an overactive stress response in both the body and brain.

• No Excess Sugar or Processed Foods: Big win for reducing gut inflammation and rebalancing mood.

Body & Mind Check-In

Surprisingly—less bloating today. Healthier elimination. Even gas has decreased.No major energy spikes, but I felt more balanced. Grounded, even.

This isn’t about perfection or some unrealistic cleanse. I’m just giving my body a chance to recalibrate.And so far, it feels like it’s listening!!!!