What to Do After Your Detox to Maintain Results

Written By Courtney Lamb

Congratulations! You've made it through your detox, or you're nearing the finish line, and that’s a huge accomplishment! Celebrate this win!

Since everyone’s detox experience is unique, you might be asking yourself:

  • What now?

  • How can I build on these amazing results and keep feeling this good?

  • How can I maintain low toxin levels and protect my health long-term?

To help you continue your wellness journey, here are 7 powerful ways to keep reducing your toxic load and sustain your results.

1.Incorporate Foundational Supplements

Maintaining the benefits of your detox and continuing on the path to optimal health requires ongoing support. In today’s fast-paced world, even the healthiest diets can sometimes lack essential vitamins and nutrients. Supplements are a convenient way to fill those gaps and ensure your body gets what it needs to thrive daily. Below are the foundational supplements I personally recommend and use:

  • Daily Nutritional Support (DNS) Shake

    • This all-in-one support shake provides all the essential vitamins and minerals your body needs to feel energized and balanced. You can take 2 scoops daily or add it to your morning smoothie for an easy, nutritious boost. For me, this is a non-negotiable part of my routine!

  • 22 Fruit and Vegetable Blend

    • Let’s be honest—getting 7 to 9 servings of fruits and veggies every day can be tough. That’s why I love this superfood powder, which packs 22 organic fruits and vegetables into a single serving. It’s a quick and easy way to ensure you’re covering all your nutritional bases. Plus, it blends perfectly into my morning smoothie, making it a simple, delicious addition to my daily routine.

  • Daily Probiotic

    • As the wise Hippocrates once said, “All disease begins in the gut.” Maintaining a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, and this dairy-free probiotic is a powerful tool to help keep your gut in balance. By supporting the proper ratio of good to bad bacteria, it promotes digestion, immunity, and overall vitality.

  • Vitamin D

    • Did you know that 94% of the U.S. population is deficient in Vitamin D? This essential vitamin plays a role in over a thousand bodily functions and is crucial for maintaining optimal health. While supplementation is especially important during the winter months when sun exposure is low, I take it year-round to ensure my body gets the support it needs every day.

  • Omega 3

    • Maintaining the right balance of Omega-3 to Omega-6 fatty acids is crucial for heart health and reducing inflammation. This Omega-3 supplement is specially formulated to help balance that ratio, with an ideal blend of EPA and DHA. I recommend Omega-3s for everyone because they have a profound impact on heart and circulatory health, while also playing a key role in lowering inflammation throughout the body.

2. Keep Sweating

Sweating is one of the most effective ways to reduce your toxic load. Whether through a sauna session or a good workout, aim to sweat at least twice a week. I personally use a sauna as part of my gym membership, but for added convenience, I recommend the Therasage Infrared Sauna, which allows you to enjoy the benefits of detoxifying sweat sessions right from home.

3. Test Don’t Guess

To truly uncover the root cause of your symptoms, I highly recommend functional lab testing. These tests provide a deep dive into your body’s imbalances, offering a clear roadmap to optimal health. Here's a breakdown of the key functional lab tests I recommend:

  • Candida, Metabolic, and Vitamins Test

    • If you struggle with digestive issues like gas, bloating, reflux, or even mood swings, this at-home urine test is for you. It evaluates how well your digestive system functions and provides valuable insights into your energy levels, mood metabolites, and vitamin intake. Comprehensive and powerful, this test is a must for anyone looking to understand their gut health more deeply.

  • Minerals & Metals Test

    • Feeling stressed, fatigued, or anxious? These could be signs that your nervous system is overwhelmed. This hair test assesses your adrenal function (your body’s stress buffer) and checks for toxic metal exposure. Minerals and electrolytes are essential for energy and stress management—if they’re imbalanced or depleted, managing stress becomes much harder, and symptoms may appear.

  • Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test

    • This blood and saliva test offers a comprehensive look at your hormone levels, focusing on thyroid and adrenal function, blood sugar balance, and vitamin D status. It’s ideal for those wondering whether stress, energy levels, or weight management issues are linked to deeper hormonal imbalances.

  • Gut Bacteria & Parasite Test

    • High stress, digestive issues, unexplained pain, brain fog, fatigue, or headaches? This simple stool test takes an in-depth look at your gut bacteria and parasite markers to identify any hidden imbalances that may be driving your symptoms.

  • Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

    • This at-home test measures the balance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fats, providing a clear picture of your body’s inflammation levels. It’s essential for understanding your body’s inflammatory response and optimizing heart and overall health.

  • Food Sensitivity Test

    • Suspect certain foods are causing health issues? This at-home lab tests your sensitivity (mild, moderate, or severe) to 190 common foods. The results give you a comprehensive understanding of which foods to avoid to reduce symptoms and keep your body functioning at its best.

4. Slowly Reintroduce Foods

After eliminating certain food groups during your detox, it's important to reintroduce them gradually to prevent triggering inflammation. Foods like dairy, gluten, soy, corn, peanuts, pork, and shellfish can be inflammatory for some people. To pinpoint which foods may be causing your symptoms, reintroduce one food group at a time on separate days, and monitor closely for any negative reactions.

Once you do start introducing one food at a time, ask yourself these questions:

  1. Do I feel bloated or have gas?

  2. Do I have a stuffy nose?

  3. Do I have itchy skin, or did I have a breakout?

Keeping track of how certain foods make you feel can be very enlightening. You can also take a food sensitivity test to identify foods that you should avoid for now.

5. Add in a One-Day Reset

A one-day reset can be a powerful way to cleanse your body and give your gut a break, especially after traveling or indulging over the weekend.

For this simple reset, all you need is the Daily Nutritional Support (DNS) powder. Here's how to do it:

  • Morning: 1 scoop of DNS powder about an hour after waking.

  • Lunch: 1 scoop of DNS powder.

  • Mid-Afternoon Snack: 1 scoop of DNS powder.

  • Dinner: A balanced meal similar to your detox plan:

    • ½ cup cooked veggies

    • 4-6 oz lean protein

    • 1-2 tbsp healthy fat

This approach allows your digestive system to rest while still giving your body the nutrients it needs to thrive.

You can do this up to once a week—it’s an excellent way to reset and recharge!

6. Plan Your Next Detox

Ideally, aim to complete a 7, 14, or 21-day detox every quarter (four times a year). Pay attention to your body—it will let you know when it's ready for the next reset.

7. Stick With Daily Health Habits

Consider sticking with a daily morning smoothie. I have had a morning smoothie for the last 7 years because it keeps me full until lunch and is an amazing way to start the day. Hydrating, high in protein, and packed with daily vitamins and minerals, it’s the perfect kickstart for your body. Here’s what I include in mine (and check out my smoothie guide above for more ideas):

For lunch and dinner, continue incorporating paleo-style meals as recommended in your detox plan. Adjust portion sizes and starch based on your weight loss goals. If you need snacks between meals, try raw nuts, veggies with hummus, apples with nut butter, a second smoothie, or grass-fed beef sticks.

Focus on whole-food, home-cooked meals as much as possible, and try to limit eating out to 1-2 times per week. Aim to have 3.5 to 4 hours between meals to give your digestion a break.

Stay consistent with daily movement and encourage lymphatic drainage with dry brushing and/or rebounding.

Start your day with warm lemon water and sea salt to keep your bowels moving and support liver function.

By following these simple, actionable steps, you’ll maintain the benefits of your detox and unlock even more health improvements.

This detox is an incredible first step, but if you’re ready for deeper one-on-one support to get to the root of your imbalances, I’d love to help. Reach out anytime—I’m here to support you on your health journey!

Congrats again on completing this life-changing protocol! I can’t wait to see what you do next!

Courtney Lamb
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