Okay people, a little bit of gas...okay, maybe a lot, is normal. It all depends on how familiar your bodies are with protein and fiber (fruits and veggies). This just goes to show that if your body requires this much adjusting, you probably aren't getting enough daily fiber. Protein can also cause gas, but usually it is the introduction to more fiber. Your bodies will adjust. Maybe take some "Beano" (a supplement found in the vitamin section/digestion area of the drug store) with each meal if it gets too out of hand.
Fiber 101:
There are two different types of fiber, soluble and insoluble. Both are important for health, digestion, and disease prevention.
Soluble Fiber attracts water and turns to gel during digestion. This slows digestion. Soluble fiber is found in oat bran, barley, nuts, seeds, beans, peas, lentils, and some fruits and vegetables. Soluble fiber has been scientifically proven to lower cholesterol, which can help prevent heart disease (the #1 killer of women and men in the United States).
Insoluble Fiber is found in foods such as wheat bran, vegetables, and whole grains. It adds bulk to the stool, which helps food to pass more quickly through the stomach and intestines. Thus, cleaning out the pipes and reducing the risk of colon problems.
You need both to stay healthy! After this week and as we continue post-detox with our post-cleanse diet, you will notice that gas (and sometimes even constipation) that you are experiencing will subside as your bodies adjust.
Hang in there! You're doing great!!!
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