I'm just back from a weekend away upstate New York. I really enjoy the mountains and can feel all stress leave my body once I get up there. We stayed right outside of Woodstock where I knew they had a fabulous organic juice bar and health food store. It was quite difficult staying on a cleanse and not having my own kitchen, but at least I was able to get juices every day. The first two days I primarily ate fruits, vegetables, salads, smoothies and fresh squeezed juices. On day two I was getting very hungry (without a good protein source again and the nuts weren't doing it) I wound up having a small amount of french fries at a fair because there was nothing else. I had been off of potatoes for the past week, but decided to add them in. I felt fine afterwards and felt as if were okay - I didn't have a hot dog or fair sausage roll. The following day I again was very hungry and finally found a restaurant that served quinoa - YEAH! When my vegetable plate arrived there was about one 1/2 cup of quinoa on the plate. I couldn't believe it, so I asked the waiter if I could order a side order and guess what, he told me no because they often run out of it through the evening. Okay I thought, I am being tested, but I stayed with it.
So my plan for the week is to juice everyday through Thursday and a liver flush tomorrow (Tuesday) I'll post the recipe too. I will be adding beans and fresh fish back in on day 14 (Thursday). I don't think I will go back to eating meat or dairy the way I did in the past. I feel too good to ever want to go back to my old ways. This has been an unbelievable experience for me and I can't wait to share it with my clients.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
Cleanse Day 7
Day 7
This week went very quickly and I suprised that I'm not craving a slice of pizza or something sweet. Today I was able to add quinoa and millet back in to my meal plan, so I feel much more satisfied. My husband is actually considering doing a cleanse with me in the fall, but would like to start cleaning up his diet now. He wants me to make a meal plan for him at the office and on the road. I'll be posting about this too when he gets started.
Appetite - Normal - felt very satisfied.
Feelings - I have great energy today and great overall. I noticed that my skin is brighter and my clothes are fitting a bit better, so that made me feel good.
Symptoms - None
Cravings -None
Thought of the Day - If you don't take risks you'll never know what you might've missed. I have learned more about my body in this past week then I have in my whole life. I truly learned (although I've always known this) that cravings often come from inbalances in your diet or for emotional reasons. My diet has never been this pure, nor have I even been this satisfied on so little. Less is more.
This week went very quickly and I suprised that I'm not craving a slice of pizza or something sweet. Today I was able to add quinoa and millet back in to my meal plan, so I feel much more satisfied. My husband is actually considering doing a cleanse with me in the fall, but would like to start cleaning up his diet now. He wants me to make a meal plan for him at the office and on the road. I'll be posting about this too when he gets started.
Appetite - Normal - felt very satisfied.
Feelings - I have great energy today and great overall. I noticed that my skin is brighter and my clothes are fitting a bit better, so that made me feel good.
Symptoms - None
Cravings -None
Thought of the Day - If you don't take risks you'll never know what you might've missed. I have learned more about my body in this past week then I have in my whole life. I truly learned (although I've always known this) that cravings often come from inbalances in your diet or for emotional reasons. My diet has never been this pure, nor have I even been this satisfied on so little. Less is more.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Cleanse Day 6
Day 6
I can't believe it's day 6 already. Today I added a weight lifting class to the regimen. Although I've been taking a yoga class every morning, I realized that to eventually get the results that I want I need to add more cardio and strength training to my routine. I think my body is finally adjusting to getting up so early and I found that I had the extra energy today to push forward. As I picked up my dinner this evening a feeling of sadness came over me. I've really enjoyed picking up fresh, organic meals in my neighborhood - it takes the guess work out of eating. I'm already thinking of ways that I can continue this. Next week I'll be continuing the cleanse and introducing new recipes.
Appetite - I'm the hungriest I've been all week today - I think it's because I didn't have a source of protein (quinoa and nuts were excluded today). I ate some extra vegetables and fruit in the afternoon and was satisfied for the rest of the day until dinner.
Feelings - I still feel great, happy , positive and committed to doing this another week. I've realized that my body needs some sort of protein on a daily basis, but it doesn't necessarily have to come from animal protein.
Symptoms - A slight headache today - I must still be detoxing as it's definitely not a caffeine withdrawal headache.
Cravings - A piece of bread - the craving came and went very quickly. As I sit across from my husband sipping a glass of red wine - I'm really wanting a sip. This is the first time that I've really wanted wine - the chicken and sweet potatoes look amazing too. He's eating one of my favorite dinners. Although I thought pasta was a favorite, I didn't have a problem serving pasta the other night. An interesting observation.
Thought of the Day - It's all about balance. In all aspects of your life. If you are stressed you need to do something relaxing to balance your body. When it comes to food if you are eating well most of the time and splurging some of the time you help to keep the body well and healthy.
I can't believe it's day 6 already. Today I added a weight lifting class to the regimen. Although I've been taking a yoga class every morning, I realized that to eventually get the results that I want I need to add more cardio and strength training to my routine. I think my body is finally adjusting to getting up so early and I found that I had the extra energy today to push forward. As I picked up my dinner this evening a feeling of sadness came over me. I've really enjoyed picking up fresh, organic meals in my neighborhood - it takes the guess work out of eating. I'm already thinking of ways that I can continue this. Next week I'll be continuing the cleanse and introducing new recipes.
Appetite - I'm the hungriest I've been all week today - I think it's because I didn't have a source of protein (quinoa and nuts were excluded today). I ate some extra vegetables and fruit in the afternoon and was satisfied for the rest of the day until dinner.
Feelings - I still feel great, happy , positive and committed to doing this another week. I've realized that my body needs some sort of protein on a daily basis, but it doesn't necessarily have to come from animal protein.
Symptoms - A slight headache today - I must still be detoxing as it's definitely not a caffeine withdrawal headache.
Cravings - A piece of bread - the craving came and went very quickly. As I sit across from my husband sipping a glass of red wine - I'm really wanting a sip. This is the first time that I've really wanted wine - the chicken and sweet potatoes look amazing too. He's eating one of my favorite dinners. Although I thought pasta was a favorite, I didn't have a problem serving pasta the other night. An interesting observation.
Thought of the Day - It's all about balance. In all aspects of your life. If you are stressed you need to do something relaxing to balance your body. When it comes to food if you are eating well most of the time and splurging some of the time you help to keep the body well and healthy.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Cleanse Day 5
Day 5
Appetite - Today was the first day without the liver cleanse. I had my fresh squeezed organic juice at 9:00 and had a banana at 10:00. I was hungry for lunch and was very satisfied with a salad and a side of quinoa. Dinner time I didn't really have much of an appetite, but I had the pea soup that was prepared and now at 9:00 I'm still not hungry. I usually eat so much more than I am eating right now, but amazingly I'm not hungry.
Feelings - I feel so good eating this way that I am considering doing this for an additional week.
Symptoms - None
Cravings - None
Thought of the Day - Committing to yourself is the best gift you can ever give. As you improve - those around you benefit too.
Appetite - Today was the first day without the liver cleanse. I had my fresh squeezed organic juice at 9:00 and had a banana at 10:00. I was hungry for lunch and was very satisfied with a salad and a side of quinoa. Dinner time I didn't really have much of an appetite, but I had the pea soup that was prepared and now at 9:00 I'm still not hungry. I usually eat so much more than I am eating right now, but amazingly I'm not hungry.
Feelings - I feel so good eating this way that I am considering doing this for an additional week.
Symptoms - None
Cravings - None
Thought of the Day - Committing to yourself is the best gift you can ever give. As you improve - those around you benefit too.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Cleanse Day 4
Day 4
Today was the last day for the liver flush and the supplements to help support the liver detoxing. Your liver is also the organ that is tied to anger and skin disorders. I have eczema - so maybe I have some anger that I need to release (don't we all??). My Kundalini Yoga class today focused on movements that also help to facilitate the releasing of anger.
Appetite - Still not hungry -although the shrimp and garlic over pasta that my dad had for dinner smelled wonderful. I resisted.
Feelings - I have a great amount of clarity - at times I feel foggy and I noticed today that I was very focused.
Symptoms - None
Cravings - None
Thought of the Day - Learning how to let go! This can have many meanings, but for today I am thinking about letting go of clutter. I've noticed over the years that my cabinets, closets and book shelves are getting more crowded. As I look around I realize that it's time to clear out and let go.
This cleanse inspired me to go through my wardrobe and donate a bag of clothes and let go of some other things that I really didn't need any longer.
Think of some things that you'd like to let go of today. It's a very freeing feeling to clear out both internally and for your external home environment.
Recipe - Braised Spinach
1 bunch spinach
2 tbsp first cold pressed olive oil
1/2 cup crushed raw almonds or pumpkin seeds
juice or 1/2 fresh lemon
1 clove garlic (optional)
Bring a small pot of water to a boil and add escarole and boil for 1 minute minutes (longer for escarole, kale and other greens)
Drain and toss with olive oil (crush 1 clove of garlic in oil)
Celtic sea salt to taste
*** An excellent way to cook vegetables is to braise them and add olive oil after the cooking process - this is because olive oil cannot withstand high temperatures and has a lower smoke point than butter or safflower and coconut oils.
Today was the last day for the liver flush and the supplements to help support the liver detoxing. Your liver is also the organ that is tied to anger and skin disorders. I have eczema - so maybe I have some anger that I need to release (don't we all??). My Kundalini Yoga class today focused on movements that also help to facilitate the releasing of anger.
Appetite - Still not hungry -although the shrimp and garlic over pasta that my dad had for dinner smelled wonderful. I resisted.
Feelings - I have a great amount of clarity - at times I feel foggy and I noticed today that I was very focused.
Symptoms - None
Cravings - None
Thought of the Day - Learning how to let go! This can have many meanings, but for today I am thinking about letting go of clutter. I've noticed over the years that my cabinets, closets and book shelves are getting more crowded. As I look around I realize that it's time to clear out and let go.
This cleanse inspired me to go through my wardrobe and donate a bag of clothes and let go of some other things that I really didn't need any longer.
Think of some things that you'd like to let go of today. It's a very freeing feeling to clear out both internally and for your external home environment.
Recipe - Braised Spinach
1 bunch spinach
2 tbsp first cold pressed olive oil
1/2 cup crushed raw almonds or pumpkin seeds
juice or 1/2 fresh lemon
1 clove garlic (optional)
Bring a small pot of water to a boil and add escarole and boil for 1 minute minutes (longer for escarole, kale and other greens)
Drain and toss with olive oil (crush 1 clove of garlic in oil)
Celtic sea salt to taste
*** An excellent way to cook vegetables is to braise them and add olive oil after the cooking process - this is because olive oil cannot withstand high temperatures and has a lower smoke point than butter or safflower and coconut oils.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Cleanse Day 3
Day 3
On days 2, 3, and 4 you start your day with a "Liver Flush" a combination of orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices mixed with garlic, cloves, cayenne pepper, fresh ginger and olive oil. I know it sounds terrible, but it doesn't taste too bad and I can feel my body detoxing afterwards.
I'm amazed at how great I'm feeling, despite being off meat for almost a week now. I've always admired vegetarians and never thought I'd be able to do without it, but I'm considering keeping this lifestyle and adding a small amount of meat back into my diet when I'm done cleansing.
Appetite - I wasn't very hungry at all today - again it's a surprise to see how little I'm eating, yet I'm not very hungry.
Feelings - WOW!! Happy Happy Happy
Symptoms - Slight headache again in the morning, but it went away quickly.
Cravings - I was craving something salty today - so I had some avocado, celery and celtic sea salt and it did the trick.
Thought of the Day - I'm practicing patience and being more patient with my children.
Recipe - Avocado Soup (Ultimate Energy Cleanse)
1 cucumber
1 avocado
mint (optional)
Celtic Sea Salt to taste
Place all ingredient in a food processor or blender until smooth. Garnish with mint leaves and serve
On days 2, 3, and 4 you start your day with a "Liver Flush" a combination of orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices mixed with garlic, cloves, cayenne pepper, fresh ginger and olive oil. I know it sounds terrible, but it doesn't taste too bad and I can feel my body detoxing afterwards.
I'm amazed at how great I'm feeling, despite being off meat for almost a week now. I've always admired vegetarians and never thought I'd be able to do without it, but I'm considering keeping this lifestyle and adding a small amount of meat back into my diet when I'm done cleansing.
Appetite - I wasn't very hungry at all today - again it's a surprise to see how little I'm eating, yet I'm not very hungry.
Feelings - WOW!! Happy Happy Happy
Symptoms - Slight headache again in the morning, but it went away quickly.
Cravings - I was craving something salty today - so I had some avocado, celery and celtic sea salt and it did the trick.
Thought of the Day - I'm practicing patience and being more patient with my children.
Recipe - Avocado Soup (Ultimate Energy Cleanse)
1 cucumber
1 avocado
mint (optional)
Celtic Sea Salt to taste
Place all ingredient in a food processor or blender until smooth. Garnish with mint leaves and serve
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Cleanse Day 2
Day 2
Here we are day 2. My son woke me at 4:30 AM, but I still managed to make it to my yoga class. I am also being mindful during the cleanse, not doing too much, and taking it easy - it means saying NO more than YES. I spent the day with my children and husband in nature. We went for a lovely walk and rolled around in the grass. I had a lovely Pea and Pear Salad for lunch with avocado and millet mashed potatoes for dinner.
Appetite - As yesterday, after drinking the fresh juice, I didn't have much room for breakfast in the morning. I had a piece of fruit at 11:00. Lunchtime I was very hungry - something I usually don't feel everyday because I snack frequently
Feelings - I feel amazing - I'm actually surprised how great I feel.
Symptoms - NONE - although I headed right to the bathroom after the liver flush. Not the greatest tasting, but I can feel it doing it's job.
Cravings - NONE - Even as my son had an ice cream cone and my husband had yet another bagel. I usually really enjoy them. It feels great to be off of wheat. My body is thanking me.
Thought of the Day - Focus on letting go and forgiveness. We are on all this journey together.
Recipe - Millet Mashed Potatoes - Integrative Nutrition
Here we are day 2. My son woke me at 4:30 AM, but I still managed to make it to my yoga class. I am also being mindful during the cleanse, not doing too much, and taking it easy - it means saying NO more than YES. I spent the day with my children and husband in nature. We went for a lovely walk and rolled around in the grass. I had a lovely Pea and Pear Salad for lunch with avocado and millet mashed potatoes for dinner.
Appetite - As yesterday, after drinking the fresh juice, I didn't have much room for breakfast in the morning. I had a piece of fruit at 11:00. Lunchtime I was very hungry - something I usually don't feel everyday because I snack frequently
Feelings - I feel amazing - I'm actually surprised how great I feel.
Symptoms - NONE - although I headed right to the bathroom after the liver flush. Not the greatest tasting, but I can feel it doing it's job.
Cravings - NONE - Even as my son had an ice cream cone and my husband had yet another bagel. I usually really enjoy them. It feels great to be off of wheat. My body is thanking me.
Thought of the Day - Focus on letting go and forgiveness. We are on all this journey together.
Recipe - Millet Mashed Potatoes - Integrative Nutrition
Millet Mash
| Prep Time: | 5 minutes |
| Cooking Time: | 30 minutes |
| Yields: | 6 servings |
| Ingredients: | 1 cup millet 2 ¼ cups water ½ teaspoon sea salt 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 medium head cauliflower, florets only 1 tablespoon umeboshi vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Handful of chopped parsley |
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