CONGRATS! You have taken the next step to total body wellness. It’s time to put your body, mind, and soul to the test. Adding Hope7 to your diet is a way to boost nutrition, get back to healthier basics, and balance your chakras. Cleansing is about taking the clean eating approach a step further, giving your system a break and helping reduce your dependence on unhealthy, processed foods. Each day our bodies absorb a number of toxins that complicate our natural detoxification process. Reset your body from within. A juice cleanse gives your body a break from expending energy thats typically used to digest food. Juicing allows the old unwanted toxins to be flushed from your bloodstream and replaced with live nutrients and minerals. A juice cleanse is a full body detox. You should consume only liquids NO SOLID FOOD.
PRE-CLEANSE
Begin pre-cleansing 3-7 days prior to your start date. Start by cutting out caffeine, alcohol, refined sugar, animal products, wheat and nicotine for a few days before you begin juice cleansing. Incorporate lots of liquids: water, juice, smoothies and soups, and eat mostly raw fruits, veggies and other plant based foods.
Schedule your colonic. This is not 100% necessary but we highly recommend it. Cleaning out the colon will release buildup of excess toxins that have accumulated in our bodies over time. This waste buildup can enter the blood and may contribute to a variety of symptoms such as fatigue, bloating, irritated skin, weight gain and many other health problems. A colonic can assist in lessoning any detox symptoms as they arise, and lead to a more comfortable experience.
DURING
Continue to avoid caffeine, alcohol, refined sugar, animal products, wheat and nicotine. Drink 3-5 of your Hope7 juices per day. You can drink them in any order you desire. If you begin to feel weak or faint ginger lemon shots are a great energy booster. These shots can be taken any time of day, all at once or ½ in the morning, ½ mid-day. You can also dash in water or add to your juices for an extra zing. Be careful, these babies are potent, they come with a surprisingly hot kick! If you’re not used to ginger, dilute in water to test your tolerance. Hydration is important! Continue to drink water, coconut water or any herbal teas.
During your cleanse your body is trying to expel as many toxins as it can whether it be from the liver or through the pores of your skin. You may experience some detox symptoms such as:
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Skin breakouts
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Bloating, stomach pains
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Headaches
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Food cravings
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Trouble sleeping, nightmares
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Diarrhea and constipation
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Fatigue, drowsiness, low energy levels
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Irritability
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Congestion or mucus that feels like a cold
If you feel tired, take it easy and give yourself the time to rest. There is a lot of magical cleaning and healing going on below the surface.
Stay active: Continue your regular exercise regime, but try to keep it less intense. Go for a light jog or stroll around the block. Sweating is one way your body releases toxins, so be sure to rinse off, those toxins can seep back into your skin. Exfoliate your skin, stretch and practice deep breathing. Getting through those first few detox days can be rough, but you will feel so much better afterward and will be grateful for your detox. You will be vibing and vibrating at such a higher level of energy and cleanliness. You'll feel less stressed, have deeper sleep and experience increased happiness, a brighter mood and a sharper mind! Healthful weight loss is a huge bonus after cleansing. Heal from within, after your cleanse your skin will look hydrated and sun-kissed. You will feel reawakened with nutritional balance and vital energy.
Post-cleanse
Come down from your cleanse in the same way you prepared for it. Slowly start adding back smoothies, drinking more juices and sipping broths. Incorporate raw or slightly cooked plant based foods back into your eating regimen. Drink water, coconut water and teas, and avoid the foods mentioned before and during.
Take It Slow
As much as you may want to dig into a steak and red wine the first day back, remember to not overload your organs and body during this transition. This will undo all the internal balance you have earned. Because your body has not processed these foods in a while, it may cause negative side effects.
So don’t rush back into your habitual life and foods—they’re not going anywhere. Respect your body and the hard cleansing work it has done for you!
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