The plan Here's the low-down on this detox: It's a low-fat, vegan diet that includes skads of whole organic foods, low-glycemic fruits, raw veggies, and lean vegetarian sources of protein (think beans and tofu) to balance your body's pH and rid your body of toxins. The plan includes drinking a green juice every morning and ideally, another one every afternoon.
The author, Kris Carr, has a fascinating story: In 2003, she was diagnosed with an extremely rare --and inoperable -- cancer. No surgery. No chemo. No cure.
"Second and third opinions, along with endless hours at the University of Google, followed," Carr says. "I quickly learned that illness was a business, and if I wanted to successfully navigate hurricane cancer, I needed to take my emotions out of it." So she kissed her dreams of making it big on Broadway good-bye and started learning everything she could about the factors she could control when it came to managing -- and possibly even reversing -- her cancer. She found that overhauling her diet (essentially, eating by the rules of this detox year-round) was her best shot at getting better.
Eight years later, Carr's cancer is in remission. Just as impressive? The girl is the picture of health. I had a chance to meet her a few months ago and can tell you first-hand, this lady has got it going on. Her skin is clear. The whites of her eyes couldn't be whiter. She literally bounces into a room with a ton of happy-making energy.
If Carr kicked cancer by following this plan, surely I can do it for 21 days in order to drop a few pounds and get clearer skin.
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