The Daily Benefit Detox Meal Plan

by Robin Foroutan and Stephanie Mandel

April 09, 2019

The foundation of the Daily Benefit 10-day Detox Program is the anti-inflammatory meal plan, which guides you in choosing health-promoting foods while removing inflammatory foods and chemicals from your diet, including commonly reactive foods that may be causing symptoms. This “elimination diet” focuses on low-allergenic, nutrient-dense, seasonal, organic, and if possible, locally grown foods. Most people can expect to experience noticeably more energy and focus, better digestion and an overall improved sense of wellbeing.

The plan includes the Daily Benefit detox shake for breakfast and a second shake with a salad or cooked vegetables for lunch. Dinner includes 4-6 ounces of lean protein and fresh grilled, steamed or raw vegetables.

- A SAMPLE DAY -

	BREAKFAST Daily Benefit detox shake or smoothie
	OPTIONAL SNACK ½ cup organic berries or half a grapefruit
	LUNCH Daily Benefit detox shake + a side salad dressed with olive oil and lemon juice
	OPTIONAL SNACK 1 cup of vegetables, like raw or steamed broccoli and/or extra protein, like a hard-boiled egg
	DINNER A large salad, 4-6 ounces of baked wild salmon served with plenty of vegetables, like sauteed broccoli, spinach or cauliflower "rice."

- FOODS TO ENJOY -

“Detox” does not have to mean deprivation! In addition to the two detox shakes, you will eat a wide variety of nourishing foods that help boost the body’s natural detoxification processes. You can enjoy low glycemic fruit, like strawberries or blueberries, in the morning and mainly protein and vegetables throughout the day. We recommend eating plenty of seasonal, organic, raw or cooked vegetables like asparagus, bok choy, broccoli, cucumber, kale, radishes, parsnips, okra, cabbage and cauliflower. For protein, you can choose from chicken, turkey, low-contaminant fish (such as cod, sablefish, wild salmon, branzino, red snapper, sardines, shrimp, crab), organic eggs and grass-fed beef. Some people use avocados in their salads, as well as summer squash and zucchini, all of which are acceptable! For a full list of foods, make sure you check out the full grocery guide.

- FOODS TO AVOID -

For the ten days, you will avoid gluten, grains, dairy, refined sugar, legumes, soy and nightshade vegetables, like tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. In addition, you will also avoid high glycemic fruits, such as bananas, grapes and mango, and beverages such as coffee, soda, and alcohol. If weight loss is one of your goals, avoid nuts and starchy vegetables like sweet potato, parsnips, and yams. If weight loss is not one of your main goals, you can include these foods.

- DETOX QUESTIONNAIRE -

The Morrison Center's Detox Questionnaire will review your symptoms and conditions, and then rate your level of overall toxicity based on the answers you provided. Once you complete the questionnaire, you can better understand which areas and functions of your body are most affected. This will help you monitor for improvements in certain symptoms during and after your detox. Please take the questionnaire before you begin the detox, and then again after you complete it to see how much your symptoms improve. This is extremely valuable information!

- A NOTE ON DETOX REACTIONS -

People who eat a “Standard American Diet” may experience a few days of mild “detox” symptoms, such as headaches, food cravings, irritability, or digestive discomfort. These symptoms should only last a few days and are a result of breaking food addictions, toxin elimination and shifting metabolism, and should be followed by dramatic improvements in about 2 to 3 days. Staying hydrated and having regular bowel movements will help minimize these effects.

- ORDER YOUR DETOX SET TODAY -

If you plan on joining us for our 10-day Spring Detox starting April 15th, be sure to order your 10-Day Daily Benefit Set! This set will supply you with all the products necessary for your daily benefit shakes throughout the 10 days.

10-DAY DAILY BENEFIT SET Our 10-Day Daily Benefit set includes:  One Program Guide to walk you through the program The Morrison Center Shaker Bottle One Bottle of Daily Benefit Vegan Protein Powder (20 Servings) One Bottle of Daily Benefit Fiber (20 Servings) One Bottle of Glutamine Plus (60 Servings)
30-DAY DAILY BENEFIT SET Our 30-Day Daily Benefit Set includes: One Program Guide to walk you through the program The Morrison Center Shaker Bottle Three Bottles of Daily Benefit Vegan Protein Powder (60 Servings) Two Bottles of Daily Benefit Fiber (40 Servings) One Bottle of Glutamine Plus (60 Servings)

If you have any questions regarding the Daily Benefit Detox program, please reach out to our office at 212-989-9828! We would love to help you get started.

WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK

This guide was written by Dr. Morrison and the health and nutrition experts at The Morrison Center. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health through the treatment and prevention of disease.

THE TEAM

JEFFREY A. MORRISON, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Morrison is an award-winning medical doctor, a leader in the field of Integrative Medicine, and champion of a nutritional approach to healthcare

ROBIN FOROUTAN, MS, RDN, HHC Robin is a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine and holistic healing modalities. She helps her clients address complicated conditions and return to wellness.	STEPHANIE MANDEL, NC, HEALTH COACH Stephanie is a Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner with a passion for helping her clients fulfill their potential through both emotional and physical optimization.