So you’ve just completed an elimination, anti-candida, gut reset, or detox protocol — and you’re probably asking:
“Now what?”
The truth is, the post-protocol phase is just as important as the healing work you’ve done. This is where your lifestyle and mindset gently take the reins — not rigid food rules.
Let’s talk about how to reintroduce balance, listen to your body, and live in alignment without swinging the pendulum back into burnout, bingeing, or fear.
💛 Enter: The 90/10 Lifestyle
The 90/10 approach isn’t a diet — it’s a sustainable rhythm.
- 90% of the time → You nourish yourself with real food, source high-quality ingredients, eat homemade when possible, and honor your body with what it needs.
- 10% of the time → You enjoy life. You travel. You eat birthday cake. You say yes to spontaneous tacos or vacation treats without spiraling into guilt.
Why it works:
This balance lowers stress and perfectionism — two major disruptors of gut health, hormones, and overall healing.
🌀 What You Might Still Avoid
Depending on your body, there may be a few foods that still need to stay off the plate (for now or longer):
- Gluten or dairy (especially with autoimmune, thyroid, or celiac conditions)
- Refined sugar and alcohol if you’re prone to candida or liver congestion, also if you tested positive for the ApoE4 genotype
- Ultra-processed foods or additives that trigger inflammation, bloating, or brain fog
That’s not restriction — that’s respect for the signals your body is giving you.
🌿 Tips to Wean In Gently
1. Reintroduce one food at a time
Wait 72 hours to watch for reactions: fatigue, mood shifts, breakouts, bloating, sleep changes. If you tolerate it, celebrate — you may be able to bring it back in moderation. We will discuss full re-introduction guidelines at our follow-up 🙂 I’ll even give you a symptoms tracker!
2. Focus on the upgrade, not the “cheat”
Craving chocolate? Try raw cacao with honey.
Want bread? Try a high-quality, homemade or store-bought gluten-free version like Base Culture bread.
This isn’t about deprivation — it’s about conscious, supportive swaps.
3. Keep your non-negotiables
- Morning hydration and minerals
- Daily movement or nervous system care
- Cook at home when you can
- Digestive support if needed (enzymes, bitters, probiotics)
These are the anchors that keep you feeling grounded, even when life gets busy.
🧠 Mindset Is Everything
Transitioning out of a protocol isn’t just about food — it’s about trusting yourself again.
- Can you listen to your body without fear?
- Can you eat with presence instead of perfection?
- Can you enjoy food and still feel like you’re honoring your healing?
Yes. You absolutely can. And I’m here to help guide that transition.
🥗 Final Thoughts
You didn’t go through all that healing just to go back to square one.
You’re wiser now. You’ve felt what food can do to uplift (or deplete) your body.
Let the 90/10 lifestyle be your soft landing place — where real life meets mindful nourishment.
And if you ever need a refresher, guidance, or a seasonal reset — you know where to find me. 💛
Jade Green, TNC, CHHC
