Thursday, June 3, 2010
Friday, June 12, 2009
3 weeks post cleanse
It's been 3 week since I completed my cleanse. So how am I feeling?? GREAT! I've continued with many of the eating habits I created while cleansing. I can still say that I don't have any cravings for cakes and candies. Yes, I do crave sweets, but I am satisfied with healthy alternatives like fruit, teas with raw honey, dark chocolate and sweet vegetables. I added animal protein back in, but am eating about 1/2 the amount of animal protein that I was eating before. Some days I am eating 100% vegetarian and other days I'll have a small piece of fish, chicken, turkey or beef. I do still enjoy the taste of the meat, but have a new found understanding of my body and what it really requires on a day to day basis to feel good. I am still staying away from dairy products primarily because of their association with eczema and also because after much research I don't believe we are meant to be consuming dairy the way we do today. Everything in moderation - eventually I will add some dairy back into my diet, but most likely it will be an occasional treat.
My goals for the week are to drink more water since I've noticed myself slipping over the past few weeks and to start juicing again.
In health and happiness!
Jacqueline
My goals for the week are to drink more water since I've noticed myself slipping over the past few weeks and to start juicing again.
In health and happiness!
Jacqueline
Monday, May 25, 2009
Cleanse Days 8-12
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.
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.
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.
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