Gut Reset (2024)

FAQs

What is a gut reset? ›

The Gut Reset Program is designed to balance your body's healthy bacteria by introducing 7 types of healthy fibers that eliminate bloat, reduce inflammation, and build your immune system.

A 7 day gut reset may involve eliminating processed foods, sugar, and other potential food triggers, and consuming a diet that is rich in whole foods, fiber, probiotics, and prebiotics. During a 7-day gut reset, the aim is to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

Fasting can help reset your digestive system, but the duration of the fasting period may vary depending on your individual needs and goals. Generally a few hours to a few days of fasting is sufficient. When you fast you give your digestive system a break and help it reset.

There are many factors that can lead to a disturbance in gut function. The four R's protocol (Remove, Replace, Re-inoculate, Repair) works to address the underlying causes of imbalance and aids in alleviating symptoms.

A Gut Reset Takes 24-48 Hours

A gut reset is a liquid fast that allows your gut to rest and repair. I recommend using an elemental diet formula like Elemental Heal. You don't need to do an extensive or extreme fast. Just 24-48 hours of sipping a liquid gut-healing, meal replacement shake (similar to a protein shake).

Eating a gut-friendly diet that contains plenty of fiber, prebiotics, and fermented foods rich in probiotics can help the beneficial bacteria in your gut to thrive. Our data shows that eating for your unique microbiome and metabolism can lead to weight loss without counting calories or restricting how much you eat.

You May Have Better Digestive Health

The “mother” in apple-cider vinegar is a source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that contribute to a healthy gut microbiome. Probiotics support digestion and may even enhance nutrient absorption, according to a review in Cureus in 2022.

Initial evidence suggests that intermittent fasting may benefit your gut health, particularly by increasing the diversity of your gut microbiome and the “good” gut bugs that make their home there. Certain foods may improve your gut health while intermittent fasting, as well as help support you during fasting periods.

People should drink plenty of water during a gut reset to ensure they stay hydrated. They may also create drinks like smoothies to include a variety of fruits and vegetables in a meal or herbal teas to replace drinks high in alcohol or added sugars. Some supplements may contain probiotics.

How do I heal my gut ASAP? ›

While a prolonged fast of 3–5 days aligns with the gut lining's turnover rate and facilitates cell regeneration, studies have shown that shorter fasts of around 16–24 hours can still yield positive changes in the gut microbiome, offering digestive benefits without the need for an extended fast.

A gut cleanse involves using a lot of warm, water-based fluid — often up to 60 liters — to flush out your large intestine. It takes about 45 minutes. During this time, it means having a tube placed an inch and a half into your rectum. In some scenarios, gut cleansing may be helpful.

The goal of bowel rest is to supply ample calories and nutrients without aggravating an inflamed gut. “During bowel rest, the gut isn't working as hard as it normally would be to digest food,” says Dr. Sasson.