I Just Did a Juice Cleanse—Now What?

 

Living in Rhythm: How Your Body Works in Every Phase


Your body isn’t random—it’s rhythmic.

Each phase of your moon cycle brings real shifts in hormones, mood, energy, and cravings.This series breaks it down simply—so you can understand what’s happening and support your body with food, lifestyle, and flow.
Because when you know your rhythm, you thrive with it.

 
 

How to Eat, Rebuild + Not Ruin Your Gut in 3 Days

You cleansed. You glowed. You're feeling light, clear, maybe a little empty—and tempted to dive face-first into a bowl of creamy pasta or oat milk lattes.

Pause.

What you do after a cleanse matters more than the cleanse itself. This is the window where your gut, hormones, and energy are recalibrating. Here's how to re-enter the food world without bloating, crashing, or undoing the magic.

Day 1 – Gentle Reset

You’re not fragile—but you’re not ready for tacos either.

What to Eat:

  • Brothy soups (bone broth, veggie broth, miso)

  • Cooked apples or pears with cinnamon

  • Steamed squash, carrots, zucchini

  • Congee, oats, or soft rice

Herbal Support – Sip These:

  • Dandelion tea for liver support

  • Chamomile tea to calm your system

Avoid:

  • Caffeine

  • Dairy

  • Legumes

  • Raw veggies

  • Anything fried or processed


Day 2 – Rebuild Mode

Now you're ready for real food—gently.

What to Eat:

  • Soft scrambled eggs with greens

  • Chia pudding with stewed berries

  • Cooked quinoa, sweet potato, or a little hummus

  • Coconut yogurt with banana or pear

Herbal Support – Sip These:

  • Lemon balm + peppermint tea to ease digestion and support calm

  • Coconut water for hydration + minerals

Avoid:

  • Red meat

  • Processed sugar

  • Cheese

  • Cold raw salads (save them for later)

Day 3 – Balanced Return

The glow is still on. Let’s keep it.

What to Eat:

  • Baked salmon, tempeh, or poached chicken

  • Warm grain bowls with greens + tahini

  • Gluten-free pasta with pesto and sautéed zucchini

  • Roasted root veggies with fresh herbs

Herbal Support – Sip These:

  • Nettle tea to rebuild minerals and support hormones

  • Ginger tea to keep digestion moving

Now it’s okay to bring back:

  • Caffeine (but only after food)

  • Sourdough or gluten (in small amounts)

  • Dairy (start with sheep/goat if you’re sensitive)

🌙 Sync With Your Moon Cycle:

  • Follicular Phase? Add citrus, sprouts, and vibrant herbs—your body’s in rise mode.

  • Ovulation? Hydrate, eat light, lean into glow-up meals.

  • Luteal? Add grounding carbs and warm, spiced foods to stabilize blood sugar.

  • Menstrual? Keep it warm and easy—think soups, stews, and iron-rich dishes.

You cleansed. Now rebuild. This isn’t about restriction—it’s about rhythm. Your body doesn’t want to bounce back. It wants to elevate.

 

Start syncing with your cycle today:

  • Track where you are in your cycle right now

  • Adjust your meals, movement, and mindset with each phase

  • Follow @mymoonaffair for more education and daily tips

Your rhythm is wisdom. Own it. Explore it. Thrive with it.

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