Buh-bye, chai -- hello green juice It's Day 1 of my "Crazy, Sexy, Diet" detox and I'm feeling pumped. After my appointment at Murad, it's obvious that my sun damaged, dehydrated skin can use a little love. And I have to admit to being a little disappointed by that number on the scale. My happy weight is about 135, so I'm 10 pounds too heavy for my liking. Drunk on daydreams of my svelter, sexier self, I don't even flinch as I drive by my go-to coffee shop on my way to work, where on most mornings I order a large chai.
Instead, I make a pitstop at Mrs. Winston's, a little organic grocery store right next to my office, and head straight for the juice bar. While the berry smoothie is practically calling to me, I order a make-your-own juice with the following ingredients: romaine, spinach, celery, cucumbers, and apple. Yep, you read that right. The plan is to drink my veggies this morning -- and every morning for the next 21 days -- and when I stroll into work with a 24-ounce compostable cup of green juice, the reactions are priceless. "Ewwww," cry Anna and Sharon. "Does that actually taste not disgusting?" says Alexis. And my favorite: "Well that looks ... toxic," mutters Kirsten as she strolls past my desk, Starbuck's cup in hand.
Loving this author! I did a 21-day detox along with mom in 2009. There were pills, juicing, and things to avoid. I had conferences scheduled during the beginning so I wasn't able to be as strict then. I stuck to veggies or the healthiest options available. My mom was busy in the middle when I was more at home! I've done smaller versions and weaned myself off meds since then. :-)
Would love to find a detox buddy. I make my green drink night before and make enough for 2 or 3 days. Have lost 5 pounds and I do not need to lose weight but I feel great and my clothes feel great. I am heading for 80% raw as I type this. Lots of fresh veggies and fruits and greens.
My daughter and I eat healthy and this diet is not scary but a note of good things to come for me---like the loss of 40+ lbs thast I've wanted off for years!
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I think I could do this, but the green juices? I just don't think they would go down!
by GigiSD Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 01:40PM Report as inappropriate
Loving this author! I did a 21-day detox along with mom in 2009. There were pills, juicing, and things to avoid. I had conferences scheduled during the beginning so I wasn't able to be as strict then. I stuck to veggies or the healthiest options available. My mom was busy in the middle when I was more at home! I've done smaller versions and weaned myself off meds since then. :-)
by asiagirl4ever Monday, January 28, 2013 at 07:04PM Report as inappropriate
Love It!
by CynthiaLrm Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 03:12PM Report as inappropriate
Thanks
by EricaC123 Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at 06:36AM Report as inappropriate
This sounds like a great detox diet. I usually eat pretty healthy, but I'm a carnivore. I don't want to give up meat, but I may try this!
by WiccanLady Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 04:34PM Report as inappropriate
Love this!
by schien Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 06:53PM Report as inappropriate
Would love to find a detox buddy. I make my green drink night before and make enough for 2 or 3 days. Have lost 5 pounds and I do not need to lose weight but I feel great and my clothes feel great. I am heading for 80% raw as I type this. Lots of fresh veggies and fruits and greens.
by Ydabney Monday, August 13, 2012 at 11:58AM Report as inappropriate
Interesting...I want to see "Hundry for Change". Thanks, nellyallen!
by alictasia Sunday, June 3, 2012 at 03:00PM Report as inappropriate
I never considered the power of a detox buddy, good call!
by sportimonki13 Monday, May 28, 2012 at 11:49PM Report as inappropriate
My daughter and I eat healthy and this diet is not scary but a note of good things to come for me---like the loss of 40+ lbs thast I've wanted off for years!
by shilohpines Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 06:09PM Report as inappropriate