The Inner-Klean Diet
A gentle six-day fruit, veggie, and broth ‘feast’ to reset digestion, lighten your body, and recharge your energy
If you’re feeling weighed down, sluggish, or just not quite yourself, the Inner Klean Diet—drawn from Dr. Thurman Fleet’s foundational work in Concept-Therapy—offers a gentle, effective six-day reset. It’s framed not as a strict restriction or fast, but as a nourishing feast of fresh fruits, vegetables, and mineral-rich broths. The goal? To lighten your digestive load, flood your cells with vitamins and minerals, and support your body’s natural detoxification processes—especially the eliminative and digestive systems that Fleet emphasized in his holistic “zones” approach to health.
Many who complete it report clearer energy, improved mood, better digestion, and that fresh-from-the-inside-out feeling by day five or six. It’s a short, structured way to step back and let your body do what it does best: repair and rebalance.
Important note before diving in: This is a general outline based on common interpretations of Dr. Fleet’s protocol. Consult a qualified healthcare provider first if you’re pregnant, nursing, underweight, managing blood sugar issues, on medications, or have any significant health conditions. This isn’t medical advice—listen to your body and stop if anything feels off.
Big Picture: What Makes Inner Klean Work
At its heart, this six-day plan simplifies your intake to live, enzyme-rich foods that provide abundant nutrients while giving your system a break from heavier, processed items. The emphasis on vegetable broth and plentiful produce helps flush toxins, restore mineral balance, and promote vitality—often with noticeable shifts in energy, clarity, and overall well-being.
Before You Start: Setup and Essentials
Choose six consecutive days when life is relatively calm—no major travel or high stress. Clear temptations from your kitchen and stock up on organic produce where possible. Key rules:
Eat only fresh fruits (no bananas or avocados), fresh vegetables, vegetable broth, and limited additions like plain yogurt/cottage cheese, citrus juices, herbal teas, and pure water.
Avoid meat (except limited fish in some versions), dairy beyond small amounts, grains (except perhaps one slice of rye bread in variations), sugars, processed foods, caffeine, and alcohol.
Feast freely—eat until satisfied, focusing on nourishment rather than deprivation.
The Cornerstone: Your Daily Vegetable Broth
Make this mineral-packed elixir fresh or in batches—it’s central to flushing and hydrating.
Roughly chop 7–10 carrots, 1 large onion, 3 celery stalks; boil in 2 quarts water for 15 minutes. Add a large handful of spinach and 3 Swiss chard leaves; boil 5 minutes more, then simmer 10. Separately blend 4–6 ripe tomatoes with parsley or cilantro, then combine. Season lightly with sea salt, cayenne, or herbs. Drink freely—hot or cold.
Your Simple Daily Rhythm (Repeat for All Six Days)
Upon waking: Warm lemon water (juice of 1 fresh lemon in a glass of warm water) to kickstart digestion.
Breakfast: 8+ oz fresh citrus juice (grapefruit or orange), 5 tbsp plain cottage cheese or yogurt, at least ½ lb fresh fruit (more if desired—mix berries, apples, melons, etc.).
Mid-morning & afternoon: Sip broth, water, herbal teas; snack on unlimited raw veggies, fruits, or juices.
Lunch: 2 cups broth, large raw salad (at least 4+ veggies like carrots, celery, greens, peppers—dress with olive oil, lemon, salt), fresh fruit dessert.
Dinner: 2+ cups broth, gently cooked/steamed veggies (2–3 kinds), optional small protein like poached white fish or salmon and one slice hearty bread in some versions, fresh fruit to finish.
Evening: Herbal tea if needed; wind down early.
What to Expect & Tips
The first day or two might bring mild detox symptoms (headache, fatigue, gas)—normal as your body adjusts. By day three, elimination often ramps up; by day five, many feel energized, clear-headed, and lighter. Journal your experience, move gently, rest when called for, and stay hydrated. If discomfort intensifies, ease up or consult a pro.
Breaking the Cleanse
Ease out over 2–3 days: Keep fruits/veggies central, slowly reintroduce healthy fats, gentle proteins, and whole foods. Avoid heavy or processed items right away—you’ll likely notice clearer signals about what truly serves you.
This isn’t a forever diet; it’s a powerful reset that highlights how much vitality comes from simple, whole foods. Many integrate elements long-term for ongoing balance. If you try it, share your experience below—I’d love to hear how it goes for you.
