I kicked off this morning with a 30 minute Tabata workout and the beginning of my 48 our detox! I'm following the "Dr. OZ Weekend Cleanse" that many have tried. It's a great learning experience as well as a healthy detox to prepare for my next phase in the next fitness level.
I actually found a few adaptions of my own to be more delicious that I thought and never would have put all together without some good guidelines! My FILLING breakfast this morning consisted or Pumpkin Flax Granola, Rice Milk, Raisins, Nutmeg and Ginger Root.
Just some of the benefits of PUMPKIN FLAX GRANOLA include (which I bought in bulk at Sam's Club)
- Rich in Fiber
- Packed with Vitamins
- Lowers Cholesterol
- Helps to prevent diabetes and certain cancers
- Promotes healthy digestion
- Boosts Immune System
This detox was really easy. You can prepare the 2 meals in bulk if need be. It was also "EASY" on the body if you know what I mean. I felt refreshed, not starving, and clean!
NEXT UP will be my MAX PHASE with Advocare. My favorite is the
MAX-E which stands for energy! MNS Maximum Energy contains a proprietary blend of botanical extracts and nutrients designed to help "rev up" metabolism.
I am currently working on an 8 week program for the soul purpose of renewing my body, challenging myself and reaching new heights in my fitness abilities.
FITNESS is not a DESTINATION!
Here are the details for the 48 Hour "Weekend Cleanse" by Dr. Oz.
So here’s the thing. The idea is that this particular two day detox
is based around six meals. You also get to eat snacks so if you get
hungry in between meals you’ll never be left with nothing other than a
glass of water to solve the problem. The thing I liked about this detox
is that it is based on eating whole foods. This basically means that
instead of eating things that are made from dozens of ingredients,
you’ll eat things that have just a few ingredients. Take prunes for
example – they’re made of, well, prunes, and nothing else. This is the
idea of this particular detox and I can see why so many people are
thinking of trying it. It certainly doesn’t look like any detox I’ve
ever seen before.
The detox designed to help get all your organs back to their
optimal function. The idea is that they should be good at eliminating
your toxins and making you feel pretty good again. Drinking plenty of
water is in there too for good measure, and I guess it should be
filtered too for the best effect. Indeed Dr Oz adds the idea of drinking
water into his list of additional pointers once he’s shared the two day
meal plan with you. Most of this is pretty self explanatory, such as
the idea of getting eight hours of sleep a night. Apparently this detox
is not just about eating the right foods – it’s about treating your body
right in other ways as well.
Dr. Oz’s Two-Day Wonder Cleanse
Start the day with a bowl of this healthy whole grain. Quinoa
contains all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein.
(Not many cleanses incorporate protein, which can be problematic; if
you’re not consuming enough amino acids, your body will begin mining
them from your muscle tissue. Muscle loss is, unfortunately, one way
that detox dieters lose weight.) Quinoa also provides fiber to bulk up
stool, and phosphorus to help stimulate bowel movements. The prunes
deliver even more fiber, plus sorbitol, a sugar alcohol with a laxative
effect.
Here’s proof that a cleanse can taste fantastic. Blueberries provide
antioxidants to neutralize cell-damaging free radicals and contain
quercetin, a pigment that may increase the number of enzymes in the
liver. The banana’s vitamin B6 helps recharge detoxifying enzymes
throughout the body, and ground flaxseed or chia seeds supply additional
fiber for healthy elimination (as well as brain-nourishing omega-3s).
This soup is full of good stuff: Fennel may help stimulate the
secretion of bile (a fluid that carries waste out of the liver); parsley
is believed to act as a diuretic; compounds in garlic, shiitake
mushrooms, and cabbage have been found to support liver function; and
cayenne pepper may aid lung enzymes. Finish your meal with fermented
sauerkraut, which has probiotics that can help break down toxins in the
gastrointestinal tract, and apple slices for one last dose of fiber.
Enjoy this beverage as often as you like. (I typically recommend two
glasses between meals.) Pineapple contains digestive enzymes. Kale is
rich in compounds that support enzymes in the liver. And artichoke can
improve bile flow.
6 Quick Detox Pointers
Use these tips to make the most of your two-day cleanse.
1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Aim to get eight hours of sleep a night.
3. Don’t eat after 7 P.M.
4. In the evening, take a warm bath with two cups of
Epsom salt dissolved in the water. The salt’s key component, magnesium,
supports hundreds of enzymes in the body.
5. Before bed, sip a cup of dandelion tea. It’s been
shown to have diuretic properties, which will help flush away toxins in
your urine before you sleep.
6. Know that you’ll likely have to use the bathroom
quite a bit in the next 48 hours, though your stool should be
well-formed, not loose. And since the meal plan doesn’t severely limit
your caloric intake, you shouldn’t feel tired or weak.
I think the word ‘detox’ has probably gotten a bad press over the
years, simply because it has been used in association with severely
restricted liquid diets. When I think of a detox I think of water, fruit
and maybe (if I’m lucky) a little homemade vegetable soup, but that’s
about it. I cannot survive on that kind of food every day, even if it is
only for a day or two. That’s why I think a lot of people might be
surprised by what Dr Oz’s detox will do for them. If Dr Oz says it makes
you feel good inside and out, what do I have to lose?
This could be a great way to get into some new eating habits too,
such as not eating past 7pm in the evening. I know I should stick with
this part of the plan – just as I should drink more water – but I’m not
sure I could make it happen. Maybe the two day spring cleanse is the
perfect way to kick start some new habits, even though the plan itself
only lasts for forty eight hours. We’ll see.
Okay time to stop writing and time to go buy some quinoa, fresh fruit and vegetables. I have a detox to do, guys and gals.
References:
http://www.oprah.com/health/Dr-Oz-on-Cleansing-Do-You-Need-a-Cleanse
DR. OZ WEEKEND CLEANSE.
