Many of you are kicking off the new year with our juice detox cleanser. Bravo to you! A cleanse might be just the thing to help you fit back into your skinny jeans after the holidays.
A lot of you have been asking me what you should do to prepare for a cleanse, so I have a few tips. Before you even start a cleanse, it is best to consult your doctor, especially if you are on medication, have a severe illness or are pregnant.
We recommend that you start preparing for your detox about a week ahead if possible.
Eat whole foods- Stock your refrigerator with fresh fruits and vegetables and start enjoying Mother Nature’s gift to you!
We highly recommend pairing herbal tea with your cleanse, and it’s a good idea to start drinking it beforehand. Herbs aid in the cleansing process.
Drink plenty of water- Before your cleanse, get in a habit of drinking more water. It is possible to become dehydrated on a cleanse if you only drink the juices. Too many of our clients forget to drink water during their cleanse because they think the juice is enough. It’s not.
Eliminate Junk- About a week before, do your best to eliminate processed foods, especially dairy and sugar.
Exercise- Get your body moving! It’s a natural way we detox. Find some time to work up a sweat to get all the junk out! When you’re on the cleanse, we suggest a very light exercise regime. Eating a clean balanced diet , it is best to take it easy and let your body relax as it repairs itself.
Buy Bath Salts-Your energy levels might ebb and flow while on your cleanse, so make sure to set aside some R & R time. Take a bath and include some bath salts. They help draw toxins from your bodies and are soothing.
I want to cover a few things you can expect when you’re doing a cleanse. It’s important to not only be physically prepared but mentally prepared as well.
You will probably get hungry- When you’re on a cleanse, you are decreasing your caloric intake, so it’s only natural that your stomach will grumble and you’ll feel a little hungry, don't starve yourself. We’ve had some people complain about this and others feel just fine, it’s really an individual thing.
You might feel a boost of energy your body functions better while releasing toxins.
Your skin might glow- This is one of the benefits that many of our clients have. They say their skin just radiates! For others, they break out. If it’s any consolation, that is just a sign that the cleanse is doing what it’s supposed to!
You’ll drop a few pounds- On average, our clients lose about 5-7 pounds on a cleanse. Their tummies get flatter and they just feel lighter! No one can complain about that.
The point is, everyone has a completely individual experience with a cleanse. Their bodies react in different ways, but it’s good to be mentally prepared for what might come.
We are so proud of all you who will be starting a cleanse. It’s not always easy, but the more you do it the easier it will become.
