A testimony of blood, time, and restoration
In hindsight, it’s a little ironic that I’m writing this article after publishing Pass Through: A 90-Day Transformative Weight Loss and Vitality Plan.
This is the article that probably should have come first.
But maybe it couldn’t have been written then.
Maybe it could only be written now—after more than a decade of actually living it.
What follows isn’t a pitch. It’s a testimony.
Not of perfection, but of consistency.
Where the Pass Through Began
Long before the framework was fully articulated, the dietary foundation of what we had already named the Pass Through began with Kayla and me around 2007, and it produced meaningful success from the very beginning.
Through intentional changes to food—simplifying ingredients, removing what inflamed, and eating with greater restraint—Kayla experienced a significant transformation, losing more than 35 pounds. What started as a practical pursuit of health became an early lesson for both of us in how powerfully the body responds when it is given the right environment.
Years later, that foundation was deepened when we read Four Cups: God’s Timeless Promises for a Life of Fulfillment by Chris Hodges, then pastor of Church of the Highlands.
That book sparked deeper conversations around Passover, deliverance, and the role of blood in God’s redemptive story—bringing language and structure to something we had already been practicing intuitively.
One verse in particular stayed with us:
“For the life of the flesh is in the blood.” — Leviticus 17:11
That statement stopped us cold.
If life is carried in the blood, then a simple question follows:
How much of our health—or sickness—is also carried there?
From Body → Organs → Cells → Blood
Over time, a pattern became clear:
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If you want a healthy body, you need healthy organs
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If you want healthy organs, you need healthy cells
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And if you want to influence every cell in the body, there is only one system that reaches them all
Blood.
Blood delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones, immune signals, and healing instructions to every cell.
It also carries away waste, inflammation, and toxins.
Change the environment, and the cells respond.
Blood is the environment.
Blood Is Not Static — It Renews in Cycles
As I studied further, I learned something critical:
Blood is constantly being renewed—but not all at once.
Here’s what science shows:
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Plasma refreshes within days
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Platelets renew in about 7–10 days
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White blood cells turn over in days to weeks
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Red blood cells (the slowest) live about 120 days
This mattered more than I realized at first.
Why 90 Days Works
By 90 days, the blood is substantially renewed:
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Plasma reflects a new nutritional environment
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Platelets and immune behavior have reset
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A majority of red blood cells were formed under new conditions
This is why people experience real, durable change after a full quarter—not just “detox feelings,” but measurable improvement.
Ninety days is long enough for systemic change to begin.
When 120 Days Matters
However, 120 days represents something more complete.
At that point:
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Every red blood cell in circulation was formed under healthier conditions
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The blood has reached its full healing potential
This is why I encourage:
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An annual 90-day Pass Through reset for most people
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A 120-day commitment for those who:
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have never done a full reset
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are dealing with chronic or nagging injury
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face ongoing sickness or metabolic dysfunction
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have received a concerning diagnosis or prognosis
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Always in coordination with a licensed healthcare provider.
Not because healing suddenly happens on day 120—but because the blood is finally fully renewed.
Blood First — Then Organs (With Real Timelines)
Here’s an important distinction many health plans miss:
Blood renews first. Organs respond next.
And they do so on different timelines.
Not everything heals at the same speed.
Tissues That Respond in Weeks (≈2–6 weeks)
These tissues are highly vascular and metabolically active, meaning they respond relatively quickly once blood quality improves:
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Muscle tissue – improved oxygen delivery, endurance, and recovery
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Vascular lining (endothelium) – better blood pressure regulation and flexibility
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Immune signaling – reduced inflammation and improved response
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Gut lining – improved absorption, reduced irritation and bloating
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Skin and hair support tissues – improved circulation and structural integrity
This is why people often notice:
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better workouts
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clearer thinking
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reduced swelling
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improved energy
within the first 30–45 days.
Tissues That Respond in Months (≈2–6 months)
These tissues require sustained exposure to healthier blood over time:
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Liver tissue – fat metabolism, detox pathways, enzyme balance
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Connective tissue (tendons, ligaments, fascia) – injury resilience, joint comfort
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Metabolic organs (pancreas, adipose tissue signaling) – insulin sensitivity, fat regulation
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Nervous system regulation – stress response, sleep quality, autonomic balance
These systems don’t just need clean blood — they need consistent clean blood.
This is why deeper healing often shows up after 90 days, and continues improving well beyond it.
Tissues That Benefit Most After Full Blood Renewal (≈4–6+ months)
Once the blood is fully renewed (around 120 days), longer-term restoration becomes possible in:
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Chronic injury sites
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Long-standing inflammatory tissues
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Organ systems stressed for years, not weeks
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Hormonal signaling pathways
This is where people often report:
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nagging issues finally resolving
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stable blood pressure trends
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durable metabolic improvement
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a sense that the body has “turned a corner”
Why Staying the Course Matters
Think of it this way:
Blood changes the environment.
Time allows the structure to rebuild.
Stopping right as the blood becomes fully renewed is like planting seed but leaving before harvest.
That’s why I encourage those who reach 120 days—especially for the first time—to remain on the plan as long as reasonably possible, giving refreshed blood time to restore deeper systems.
Blood renews first, performance improves next, and organs restore last—on timelines measured in weeks, months, and sustained consistency.
What I Have Personally Witnessed
I share this testimony with some reluctance, as I generally prefer the path of humility and thanksgiving over drawing attention to personal blessings. However, for the sake of those who are searching for meaningful healing—and not just another plan—I offer my experience thus far as a witness to what God has done in my life.
I am not claiming perfect health, nor any form of superiority. In fact, my own journey has included real struggle. Over the years, I wrestled with keeping my blood pressure within a healthy range, experienced intermittent chest discomfort, and dealt with a constant, nagging cough that never seemed to fully resolve. These were not abstract concerns—they were signals that my body was under strain. Through consistent application of the Pass Through plan, alongside targeted supplements and lifestyle changes, those issues gradually resolved. What this convinced me of is not that I am immune to decline, but that what we eat—and how we steward our daily habits—has the power to reverse health adversity and significantly reduce the likelihood of future challenges when practiced faithfully over time.
Over more than a decade of repeatedly returning to this framework, I have personally witnessed:
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improved fitness and faster recovery
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healthier body composition over time
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steadily improving blood pressure trends
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restored energy, mental clarity, and focus
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growing resilience against burnout and injury
At the time of this writing, at 47 years of age, I can also say with gratitude that:
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I have never had a single cavity
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my eyesight remains 20/20
have been given the grace to avoid hospitalization, major surgery, and long-term dependence on prescription medications
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and my overall health markers—fitness capacity, metabolic labs, recovery, and cardiovascular performance—more closely resemble that of someone a decade or more younger than my chronological age
I do not share these things to boast, but to testify out of my love for you. Not to elevate a method, but to point toward faithfulness—both in how the body was designed and in how God honors consistent stewardship over time.
These outcomes did not come from extremes or shortcuts, but from aligning daily choices with the way the body was created to heal.
Not because the plan is severe—
but because it respects design.
A Final Word
The Pass Through is not a diet.
It is not a cleanse.
It is not a guarantee.
It is a rhythm—one that honors both Scripture and biology.
It works with the body instead of against it.
It teaches restraint, trust, and patience.
And it reminds us that restoration is rarely instant—but it is always possible.
I share this not as a medical expert, but as a witness to what consistent obedience can produce over time.
Written by: Martin A. Briggs
With gratitude to my wife, Dr. Kayla L. Briggs, and to the many counselors and teachers who have sharpened my understanding.
Disclaimer:
I am not a medical professional. This reflects my personal witness and experience. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider before making significant changes to diet, exercise, or fasting practices.
