Post Detox Don'ts...

It's been 2 days of eating "normal" since the detox ended... I can definitely tell the difference!  Last night (first day off detox) I ate out for dinner... Club sandwich, french fries, you know, the works... because I wanted it, and I wasn't thinking... BIG mistake!  After only eating fruits and veggies for a week solid and having no sugar or salt or anything that contains the word "grease," I can tell you with certainty that my stomach can talk! It was angry.  I didn't get violently sick or anything, but I was not hungry at all for breakfast this morning.
Not that I didn't know this already, but I just didn't realize how much grease, salt, and sugar really affects our bodies!  Sure, it's alright in moderation, but when you down french fries *cough cough* and nachos, *cough cough* and a Twix bar *hint hint* and some Thin Mints *hint hint* (8 year olds + cookies = persuasion at its finest btw) all in one day, it can have some intoxicating effects.... Hey now, I had to make up for 7 days! Don't judge. Ha.

Anyways, today I was not very hungry at all, and I wasn't really craving any of the bad foods... I was actually craving blueberries and bananas!!! Surprise surprise!  So today I ate pretty nicely and even got a work out in! Holler!
So, note to all you detoxers: DO NOT eat what you normally ate before the detox in high amounts the day after.... Your stomach will start talking!!!


Btw, anyone actually trying out the detox??? :)

I Made It: Day 7

I just finished my LAST lunch of the 7 day detox!! I am sooooo pumped! I can proudly say that I have had no salt, sugar (except the soy milk ordeal), chocolate, soda, red meat, processed carbs, or artificial sweeteners for 7 days!

The first few days (1 - 3) were rough, but I encourage anyone who is willing to try it to do it!  You do feel great in the end and have all the energy that you need! The first few days I felt sluggish, but now I am doing just fine!  [Disclaimer: As always, contact your physician or health care provider before any sudden change in diet... side effects include anything and everything from sneezing to death] :)
I would not condone using this method as a weight loss program diet (because I'm not a dietitian by any means) but I will tell you that I lost 5lbs! Hopefully those pounds stay off! lol

I am definitely going to eat healthier after this, I may replace a couple of meals a week with either just fruits or just veggies.  I think a lot of what we eat we consume out of habit, but I am fully convinced that you can survive on just fruits and veggies for at least 3 days solid; and you can feel satisfied by only eating them.  I had to keep reminding myself that I don't have to feel completely full or stuffed after a meal, food is supposed to be fuel, satisfaction is the goal.
Anyways, I hope you enjoyed reading about my 7 day adventure! Who knows what's coming up next! Stay tuned! If you have questions about the detox or suggestions let me know and I will be happy to respond!

Day 6: AHHHH

Day 6 of the detox is DONE! I cannot believe it!! The week went by super slow in the beginning but now it's been flying by!  It definitely gets easier as the week goes on, especially when you're allowed to eat lean proteins.  Today for lunch I made some Tilapia and it was soooooo good!! Here's the recipe that I kind of made up, since I'm not allowed to use salt I had to think of some kind of combo for some seasoning:

Easy No Salt Tilapia

2 Tilapia Fillets
1/2 t. dried basil flakes
1/4 t. garlic powder
1/2 t. onion powder
1/4 t. black pepper

1. Mix all of the seasonings together into a small bowl.
2. Cook the Tilapia on low for about 5 - 7 min. on each side.
3. While the Tilapia is cooking, sprinkle half of the seasoning mixture on one side. After the first 5 - 7 minutes, sprinkle the other side of the fillets with the rest.
Enjoy!

I cooked the Tilapia in my iron skillet and just sprinkled the seasonings on top.  I also had some asparagus with the Tilapia which added to the mixture.  I think I will definitely use this recipe from now on just because it's quick and healthy!

I am feeling like I have lots more energy now, at first I was dragging, but since I have been sleeping so well and eating good, I think I am feeling more energetic!

FINAL DAY TOMORROW!!! AHHHH!!!!
*So Happy!*

5 Days Too Long

Well... Day 5 is officially complete!  The day started off great, it's the first day that I was allowed protein so I was elated!! An egg for breakfast has never tasted so good!  Day 5 says to only eat tomatoes and protein on this day... It didn't exactly go this way... I kind of ate whatever fruits and veggies I wanted; I really don't see the point in limiting myself to only tomatoes... lol.  Oh well.
Lunch was even better! Fish, tomatoes and asparagus was on the menu and I was lovin' it!  I decided to cook the tomatoes in with the fish so it ended up a little sauce-like. (My brother was in complete disgust when he saw this.. he was in the kitchen heating up his leftover pizza.)  The completed picture may look a little nauseating, but believe me, after 4 days of no solid proteins, it was heaven!

I seasoned the fish and tomatoes with garlic powder, onion powder, basil and pepper... I still haven't had salt!! Fish is so delicate that I decided to crush it up with the tomatoes ( I really wasn't going for presentation).  

Anyways, it's a been a pretty easy day because I could have protein.  Tomorrow is the same kind of day so I don't think it will be too bad.  Thennnnnn SUNDAY! The LAST day! I cannot believe that I actually made it this far, if I make it till then I will be one happy camper.  But you better believe it, Monday I'm downing some hardcore Diet Pibb Xtra sided by some Natural Cheetos! Cheers!

Detox Day 4... Are We There Yet?

*SIGH*... *REALLY BIG SIGH*... All I want is a taco... But seriously, after day 4 the detox seems to be routine.  I feel great and I do not really mind the fruits and veggies all that much.  I am just getting bored with the same things!  I ALMOST cracked today, I'll admit it... Working at a convenience store around junk food will make you want everything!  Today was not that difficult until I got to work, then I suddenly became a recovering junk-aholic...
Today's food items as scheduled were milk and bananas.  Because I am slightly lactose intolerant I opted out of the real milk and went for soy... Little did I know (until after I drank it) that it has added sugar in it! What the!? So... Supposedly it's "healthier" for you than regular milk, it doesn't have lactose (which is why I chose it) and it supposedly doesn't have as much fat... I guess you just have to decide which bad is worse (fat or sugar).  I also kept eating fruits and veggies today since I could not drink real milk.
I am soooooo excited for tomorrow!! PROTEIN!! I was never a huge meat eater, but I can definitely tell that I am craving some protein (I feel like a carnivorous beast right now).  I have noticed that I will fill up on veggies and fruits, but I am not really "satisfied."  It's hard to explain... You'll just have to try it to know what I'm talking about! lol.  So tomorrow I will get proteins (lean proteins only!) and hopefully they will reduce the cravings for other foods.
Well... That's about all for now... Oh AND I did add my rice for the week today!! That was the best tasting rice I have ever had in my life!! It has been really the only solid carbohydrate I have had in 4 days, so as a bread/carb lover... It was the highlight of my day!
Tres mas dias!!

P.S. I found this cute picture of two rice guys on the internet... This is pretty much how I felt today eating it:)

Detox Day 3... It gets easier!

Day 3 of the detox has definitely been the easiest day so far.  Because it is a combination of days 1 and 2, there is a larger variety of food to choose from; veggies and fruit! YUM!  Although it is getting easier, I cannot wait till I get to have a diet soda or cheese and crackers (weird cravings I know...).
Anyways, tomorrow is Day 4, and as the schedule says, Day 4 is only milk and bananas.  I am slightly lactose intolerant so I will be drinking soy milk instead.  I am a little nervous that this won't agree with my system... If it doesn't, I will resort to veggies and fruits for Day 4 instead.  Btw, that "wonder soup" is no longer wonderful... I think i'd rather starve... Just sayin'.  Whose bright idea was it anyways to name a doll after cabbage anyways??

Day 2 Detox Down!

I'm STILL alive!! Day 2 of the detox was definitely easier than day 1... Probably because all the sugars, processed foods and what-not is all out by now (not that I'm a huge junkie or anything, but I do enjoy the seasonal candy aisle, that's for sure: Vanilla Cream Russell Stover eggs are the best just FYI)....

Anyways, after day 1 yesterday I was extremely tired! Bedtime was at 10 pm and I slept like a rock till 6 am this morning!  Now I am fully awake and feel very rested!  I think all the "hidden sugars" that we eat everyday takes a big toll on our sleep (even though we don't think so).  I call them "hidden sugars" because I never realized just how much junk we put into our foods.  

Even trying to find dried fruit, which the typical person would consider healthy, contains sugars or preservatives that are really bad for you.  Another thing I have noticed is just how much salt is added to EVERYTHING!  Once again, as I was looking at canned vegetables for this detox it was much harder for me to find unsalted or no salt added items than the salted. I decided to do a little research on salt-intake and this is what I found: According to Colorado University, "The ideal salt intake for the day is 1,500 mg of sodium... That's less than one teaspoon!!  The maximum intake should be no greater than 2,300 mg.  On average men consume about 3,100 to 4,700 mg per day and women consume about 2,300 to 4,100 mg."  I'm not saying that you should not add salt to anything, but I will definitely be more aware of how much I eat everyday.

Overall these first two days haven't been bad at all... The first day was challenging just because I was craving  my foods that I usually eat everyday; But day 2 has definitely been easier. 

If you would like to join me on this detox feel free to check out the full schedule on my "detox diet" page!

Good luck!

Sources:

  

http://www.uofmhealth.org/health-library/uh5347

http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/foodnut/09354.html