Are you ready to cleanse your body with a detox juice cleanse If this is your first time doing so, you may be wondering what you need to do prepare. Continue reading on how to prepare for a juice detox.
Research your detox diet options. Yes, you may have already done this, but do it again. To have a successful detoxification, you need to choose the right method. For example, water fasting works for some, but you may find it too difficult to go a week without solid foods. Do not try a popular detox that you know you cannot stick to. Instead, find the plan that works best for you. Everyone is different.
Speak to your doctor. Although many Americans start a body detox at home without first consulting with their doctor, you are advised to do so. This is particularly true if you suffer from medical conditions, such as thyroid problems, obesity, or diabetes. In many cases, your doctor will develop plan for you to safely detox, but it may not involve the plan you had selected. You may not even need to schedule an appointment, as your doctor may be able to provide you with a quick, over-the-phone consultation.
Start weaning yourself off of your must haves. Do you need to have a glass of soda everyday, a couple of cigarettes throughout the day, or two cups of coffee in the morning? These items will be eliminated from your diet while on a detox. Unfortunately, many Americans have become dependent on caffeine, alcohol, and cigarettes. If you are one of those individuals, you may suffer from withdrawal. To lessen the impact, start weaning yourself from these items. For example, do you drink three cups of coffee a day? If so, start with 2 cups and slowly work your way down. Start this process at least a week before you intend to detox.
Begin to buy supplies. Regardless of how you intend to detoxify your body, you will need to buy supplies. The only exception is water fasting and if you intend to use tap water. If you opt for the Master Cleanse, your shopping list will include fresh lemons or limes, cayenne pepper, grade b maple syrup, natural salt, and senna tea. If you opt for a juice fast, your list may include all-natural juices or a juicer and fresh fruits and vegetables. I will give you a play by play in the Alpha Reset which is part of the Juice Up Your Life system. Get access to a free presentation here.
Great a goal plan. You may already have a main goal in mind, such as removing stored toxins and waste from your body or losing weight, but create more detailed goals. For example, are you on the Master Cleanse? How long do you intend to detox? Although 10 days is recommended, some aim for more or less. Determine exactly how long you want to detox.
Create a list of distractions. Similar to creating a goal plan, you need to develop a plan to overcome the urge to quit. If you are on the Master Cleanse, water fasting, or juice fasting, you will likely experience severe to moderate hunger pains. After all, who wouldn’t after a week of no food? Many are able to overcome the side effects of a strenuous detox, but you may need some help. Create a plan ahead of time, such as having your favorite movies on hand, extra spending money for a shopping trip, and so forth. Incorporating juice into your diet takes a little pre-planning. Check out the article on Juice Diet, for more info.
Finally, make sure you have support. A body detox with the use of fasting can be difficult on your physical body, as well as your emotions. If you do not have a strong support system at home, turn to the internet. Suggestions, support, and advice from others can go a long way. Check out our Facebook fan page “Juicing Vegetables”
Below, are 5 ways to make your detox easier…
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Remember, we’re in this together…
Drew Canole
Also, if you are in San Diego there is a Detox Lounge, cool place.
If you’re worried about getting enough protein on a vegetarian diet, you may be in for a surprise. Are you sitting down? The truth is, most Americans get way too much protein, and vegetarians can easily get more than enough protein in their diet as well. Many people still believe that protein is only available from meat and animal sources and we will all fall over dead without animal protein! Unless you’re pregnant or an Olympic bodybuilder, you will likely get more than enough protein without even trying. Here are the best sources of protein for vegetarians.
1. Quinoa and other whole grains
Whole grains are a great source of protein, but the queen of whole grains when it comes to protein content is quinoa. Unlike many sources of vegetarian protein, quinoa contains all of the essential amino acids, making it a “complete protein”. Just one cup of cooked quinoa contains 18 grams of protein, as well as nine grams of fiber. Other whole grains, including whole grain bread, brown rice, barley are all healthy protein-rich foods for vegetarians and vegans as well.
Protein content: One cup of cooked quinoa provides about 18 grams of protein.
2. Beans, Lentils and Legumes
All beans, lentils, and peas are an excellent vegetarian and vegan source of protein, so eat whichever one you like! Black beans, kidney beans, Indian dhal, vegetarian chili, split pea soup and chickpea hummus – pick one and watch the protein grams add up. Soy is a bean as well, but because soy and its derivatives are such a popular source of protein for vegetarians, it merits it’s own entry below.
Protein content: One cup of canned kidney beans contains about 13.4 grams of protein. Why you should eat it: Beans are one of the most common protein-rich foods for vegetarians. You can find beans in the grocery store or on the menu just about everywhere you may be.
3. Tofu and other products
Soy is such a flavor chameleon that you’ll never get bored! You may have tried tofu and soy milk before, but what about edamame, soy ice cream, soy yogurt, soy nuts or soy cheese? TVP and tempeh are also protein-rich soy foods. As an added bonus, many brands of tofu and soymilk are fortified with other nutrients that vegetarians and vegans need, such as calcium, iron and vitamin B12. And yes, I did just give you permission to eat soy ice cream to get your protein.
Protein content: A half-cup of tofu contains 10 grams, and soy milk contains 7 grams of protein per cup.
Why you should eat it: You can add a bit of tofu to just about anything you cook, including stir-fries, pasta sauces, soups and salads.
4. Nuts, Seeds and Nut Butters
Nuts, including peanuts, cashews, almonds and walnuts all contain protein, as do seeds such as sesame seeds and sunflower seeds. Because most nuts and seeds are high in fat, you don’t want to make them your primary source of protein. But they’re great as a post-workout or occasional snack. Nut butters are delicious as well, and kids of course love peanut butter. Try soy nut butter or cashew nut butter for a little variety if you’re bored of peanut butter.
Protein content: Two tablespoons of peanut butter contains about 8 grams of protein.
5. Seitan, Veggie Burgers and Meat Substitutes
Read the label of your store-bought meat substitute products and veggie burgers and you’ll find they are quite high in protein! Most commercial meat substitutes are made from either soy protein, wheat protein (wheat gluten) or a combination of the two. So toss a few veggie burgers on the grill or in the microwave, and watch those daily protein grams add right up. Homemade seitan is quite high in protein as well.
Protein content: One veggie patty contains about 10 grams of protein, and 100 grams of seitan provides 21 grams of protein. Why you should eat it: Seitan and mock meats are great for barbecues or anytime you just want something hearty and filling.
6. Protein Supplements
So what if you are an Olympic body builder or are trying to gain some serious muscle? In this case, your protein needs will be higher than us average vegetarians and you may be considering supplementing with protein powders or protein shakes. My personal trainer says to read the label and watch out for cheap fillers in whey and soy protein powders. She says it’s best to shell out and invest in a good quality. Hemp protein and green proteins work great as well.
Protein content: Varies by brand, so read the label.
7. Spirulina
Spirulina contains a high amount of protein, vitamins, and minerals. It is about 60-70% protein, which is greater gram for gram than both red meat and soy. It also contains all of the essential amino acids, which makes it a complete protein; this is not very common in plant foods. It contains a large amount of Vitamin B12, which is very difficult to find in other plant foods. That is one reason why Spirulina is such a great choice for vegetarians. Spirulina is very rich in iron, which is the most common mineral deficiency.
Spirulina also contains calcium, magnesium, and Vitamins A, B, C, D and E. Due to its ability to withstand high temperatures, it is able to retain its nutritional value during processing and shelf storage. Many other plant foods will deteriorate at these temperatures. It only contains 3.9 calories per gram and still has all of these great benefits. It is a low calorie, nutrient dense food.
Spirulina has been known to increase energy. It may also be useful in helping diabetics to control their food cravings, which would result in decreased insulin intake. It also has been used to help with weight loss/treat obesity, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, hay fever, stress, anxiety, fatigue, depression, and premenstrual syndrome. It may also help with alcoholism, herpes, arthritis, and cancer. As little as 2-3 grams per day can have great health benefits.
One of the great things about the body is its ability to tell you when something isn’t right. Take your liver, for example.
Some of the more common signs that your liver has been damaged include fatigue, poor appetite, jaundice or discolored urine. It isn’t likely that the damage was caused by your diet (at least not your meal-eating habits), but rather is the result of drinking alcohol excessively, or taking harmful prescription medications.
But even though your diet didn’t cause the problem, it can go a long way toward fixing it.
By introducing certain vitamins and nutrients to your diet, you can not only remedy damage that’s been done to your liver, but you can also prevent liver damage from happening in the first place. The average Western diet isn’t typically rich in these substances, but by making a point to include them in yours, you can improve the function of your liver and stave off damage from occurring.
Vitamin E
One of the first steps to securing better liver health is to increase your intake of Vitamin E. Foods that pack the greatest Vitamin E punch are green leafy vegetables, eggs, various seeds and nuts, and wholegrain foods. You can also find Vitamin E in vegetable oils, but only when the oil isn’t heated.
One other important note regarding Vitamin E: many people use supplements to boost their Vitamin E intake. Be cautious not to overdo it, because too much Vitamin E can be as damaging as a Vitamin E deficiency.
Cruciferous vegetables
Many vegetables are naturally cleansing to your liver. Unfortunately, they simply aren’t common in many Americans’ diets. Cabbage, bok choy, horseradish, collard greens, turnips,, watercress and wasabi all help the liver cleanse itself.
Vitamin C
Everybody knows that oranges are chock full of Vitamin C, and for that reason they’re great to maintain the health of your liver. Actually, vegetables like broccoli, red peppers and parsley have even higher levels of Vitamin C, so try to find ways to work them into your diet as well.
“Liver Life”
Straight from the pages of “Juice Up Your Life,” Liver Life is a delicious concoction that provides the cleansing nutrients that your liver needs to stay functioning properly. As most juice recipes in “Juice Up Your Life,” it’s a simple but effective recipe that should become a staple in your diet. All you need are three apples, a half of a beet, and a juicer. Wash the apples, remove the stems, place all three in a juicer with the half-beet, and enjoy.
Over the last 40 weeks your body was held captive. Your baby took over your body, demanding that you sleep, begging you to make healthy food decisions, convincing you to give up caffeine and forcing you to take those prenatal vitamins. Finally, you have your womb back to do as you like, sort of.
Think of nursing as an extension of your pregnancy. I hear the moans and groans already. I’ve carried and birthed and nursed four boys. It seemed I was always trying to get pregnant, pregnant, or nursing for a six year stretch. There is always a sense of relief and ownership when you can claim your body again once you’ve given birth but feeding the nursing body is very similar to feeding the pregnant one.
Nursing moms need more sleep more calories and more vitamins than non-nursing moms. Listening to your body will benefit both you and your baby. The better rested; hydrated and nourished you are the more your newly acquired milk factory will be able to crank out.
Interestingly, quality of breast milk does not seem to change based on the diet, but the quantity can vary drastically depending on the state of the mother’s health. This includes mental health as well. Stress can dry up a milk supply incredibly fast.
Diet
While nursing, you can pad your daily caloric intake with an extra 500-700 calories. This is a rare circumstance and one of my favorite parts of nursing. However, this does not mean empty calories and junk food. Mothers should look to increase the amount of rich nutritious foods. Breast milk has requirements and a tight quality control, if you are not taking in sufficient nutrition, components like iron and calcium will be leeched from your own personal stores. That should make you a little nervous. Increasing your intake of calcium and iron rich foods are a must.
Calcium rich foods include low fat dairy products, tofu, broccoli, kale, turnip greens, and bok choy.
Iron rich choices include lean beef, fish, poultry, tofu, eggs, apricots, figs, peaches, raisins, whole wheat bread, bagel, pasta, nuts, lentils, artichoke, peas, potato with the skin on, Brewer’s yeast, and iron-fortified cereal. Cooking food in a cast-iron skillet can also help increase the iron content of your food.
Fluid
You also need to make sure you are drinking around three quarts each day. An easy rule of thumb is to have a glass of water each time you sit down to nurse. Like foods, fluids need to be high quality as well.
Vitamins
Recall recently those big stinky prenatal vitamins that tasted like burning tires every time you burped them up. Just because your pregnancy is over doesn’t mean your relationship with those vitamins is. Many of the components of the prenatal vitamins are still in high demand during the nursing period. As long as you’re nursing, keep on choking them down.
Exercise
Once cleared by you r doctor, an exercise regimen can be developed. Keeping it simple is best. Weather permitting; walking with baby can be an enjoyable experience for both yourself and baby. It is recommended that you exercise after nursing as it can be difficult to maintain a brisk pace with two watermelons bouncing around on you r sports bra. Also recommended was washing your breasts after exercise, apparently babies don’t like salty breasts.
Recall that the focus of nursing is not to lose that extra weight but producing milk for that precious little baby. That being said, many women do report losing weight faster than non-nursing moms. Milk production is a huge energy expenditure. You can take advantage of that by eating high quality foods and exercising. Your baby will have most plentiful milk and your body will reap the benefits and start shedding that extra weight naturally.
The New Lean Tacos That Will Blow Your Doors Off… And Your Fat.
The New Lean Tacos are another healthy Mexican option remade to pack a punch of fat-fighting, high-energy nutrition to keep you on track. However, the taco shells in tacos are problematic for our fat-loss efforts as they are generally either fried or contain high amounts of starchy carbs. We’ve come up with a tasty solution.
Ingredients
6 ounces flank steak
1 large eggplant, peeled and cut width-wise into half-inch rings
1 green or red bell pepper cut lengthwise into strips
1 medium white onion cut into strips
1 jalapeno cut into circular rings
1/4 cup of cilantro – chopped
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of cumin
1 tablespoon of pink salt
1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
1 diced medium tomato or tomato salsa (red or green)
Beat Down By Depression After A Nasty Break Up And Gaining 40 Pounds Of Body Fat, Tar’Lese Turned To The Juice Up Your Life And Drew For Help!
Inspiration Strikes
What inspired me: One day I decided ENOUGH IS ENOUGH, I made a choice to stop coming up with excuses as to why I didn’t have the time to take control of my weight and take action. I struggled with depression and realized that I used food to sooth my pain and worries. I quickly gained over 40lb in about 18 months.
I ran into an old classmate and he asked, ” So how far along are you? My wife is pregnant too” WOW!! If that wasn’t a wakeup call, I am not sure what would be. As I thought about it the more I realized that it was not so much about losing the weight as it was about being HEALTHY!!
I went to see a nutritionist who quickly informed me that she was really worried because my body fat % was OVER 40%!! My father died of a heart attack and to hear a Dr. tell me that she is worried that I would end up on the same path scared me. I knew that it was time to get my body AND my mind right.
NEW E-BOOK JUICE UP YOUR LIFE REVEALS DELICIOUS JUICE CONCOCTIONS THAT HIDE INSIDE ALL FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
SAN DIEGO, CA (April 19, 2011) – Suffering from headaches? Sample the Red Devil. Want better digestive health? Try a glass of the Orange and Green Mohawk. Having trouble sleeping? See how the juices from spinach, celery, kale and lemon can help. Juices that take aim at improving everything from your sex drive to your cholesterol level, as well as better health in general, are now at available at your fingertips in a new e-Book titled Juice Up Your Life. The book marks the culmination of months of juicing trial-and-error by nutrition specialist, life motivator and author Drew Canole.
It’s no secret, fruits and vegetables are good for you. We’ve all heard that since grade school. But the powers of their juices is considerably less known, and the mystery of getting kids to enjoy the taste of broccoli, cauliflower or beets has eluded mankind for eons. Until now. The secret is out. Juice Up Your Life is loaded with one delicious sample drink after another, each accompanied by observations Canole offers from the research process. The book reveals better than 100 fruit- or vegetable-based juice recipes straight from the juicer of the master concoctor himself. The recipes are part of a book that addresses better-health habits in general, and is one of a series of e-publications offered by the web-based health and nutrition portal FitLife.tv.
"“My sincerest hope is that this book changes your life,” Canole writes in the introduction of Juice Up Your Life. “No matter what your overall health goal is, juicing has the potential to reshape not only your physical landscape but your internal workings as well.”"
— Drew Canole
For anybody already turned on to juicing, the book makes “blender guesswork” a thing of the past. For those new to juicing, the book shows how vegetables can become an easy, delicious part of your everday diet. For people in either camp, the book reveals such discoveries as this: two carrots, one broccoli floret, two handfuls of spinach, a half of a beet, and one lemon combine to deliver a delicious juice packed with energy-boosting punch. Canole calls that one the Energizer Bunny. Some people might call it disgusting, but they’d be surprised. Canole’s done his homework. The secret is out.
Juice Up Your Life is part of The New Lean series of publications available at FitLife, the online home of all things fitness founded by Canole (FitLife Chief Inspirational Officer) and fellow San Diegoan John Parker. To discover the 100-plus blends of fruit- and vegetable-based juices in Juice Up Your Life, visit FitLife.tv to order a copy today.
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Over the course of the past 2 years I’ve played around with a whole myriad of diets. This diet “lifestyle” below has been, bar none the most effective in radically reducing overall body fat and maintaining energy without the mood swings that going carb-less could cause. I hope it’s ok with you, but I would like to incorporate my thought process behind why I would chose certain things as well.
Before the Gym: Grapefruit Juice: Grapefruit helps control insulin throughout the day and is loaded with other antioxidants and a whole host of other vitamins. It also gives you a lot of natural energy. If I need a little bit more of a pick me up, I may add some pineapple to my juice as well. The bromelain in the pineapple help joint aches and pains and also release you from fatigue. Make sure you are juicing your own grapefruit and pineapple; I suppose that if you don’t have a juicer you could just eat your fruit for a similar effect.
Breakfast: This is the first thing I eat after a workout and is often times my biggest meal of the day. 1 brown egg scrambled in with 6 egg whites (Can be Egg Beaters), some “good” fat like a spoon of almond butter or slice of avocado, and 1 cup of oatmeal. (Cinnamon added to the oatmeal for advanced blood circulatory and more blood sugar control. I also add raw almonds to my steel cut oats for a healthy blend of fats and sustained release carbohydrates.
Midmorning snack: Another small bowl of steel cut oats, pre-cooked form the morning with added almond butter for good fats. Add a whey protein shake in there for more protein, taken with water. If I’m still hungry after this snack, I’ll pop a few brazil nuts. Brazil nuts are loaded with good fat that will trigger your brain to go into a satisfaction response.
Lunch: albacore tuna wrap or chicken and salad. It’s important to load up on greens in your salad. I use spinach, kale, red chard, red cabbage and some broccoli. For the salad dressing I always go with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. If you would like a little added spice to your salad mix in a little Sriracha. Spicy food will help boost your metabolism. Once in a while I’ll add some fresh jalapenos and some cilantro to get more of a nutritional benefit.
Mid-afternoon snack: protein shake (whey and water). Organic Apple with almond butter (or other raw nuts). This little snack is an energy booster and should save you from reaching for the afternoon cup of coffee with the added sugar and cream. If I’m feeling really sleepy and need a jolt of energy I’ll head for the gym and do some cardio.
Dinner: broiled or fried fish or chicken and loads of vegetables, and salad. I lightly fry my fish in about 1 tbsp of coconut oil (coconut oil is a saturated fat and isn’t affected by high heat cooking). I use to go with brown rice at dinner but have found that once I eliminated that I dropped more body fat in a shorter period of time. (as little as 90 days) Meat and Veggies people, does a body good. Sometimes I’ll skip meat all together just to give my digestion process a little break. When we can give our bodies a rest, we can grow and heal.
Evening Snack: Giant Juice, usually I’ll have my “Mega Man Mix.” Nothing like letting the raw nutrients of the green vegetables and the lemon help you alkalize and rest your body. I’ve found that if I don’t eat a huge meal 3 hours before bed, I sleep better. My body doesn’t have to work to break down food and can heal itself after all of the abuse in the gym.
While eating a protein/carb/good fat mix every 2-3 hours all day, I wind up having about 8 – 10 “tiny” meals or snacks instead of 3 or less big meals over the course of a day. This is by the far the best thing anyone can do in blasting off into the leanosphere: (Where all the lean people hang out) No carbs at night, but at least 100-150 during the day. This diet also allowed my blood sugar to stay at somewhat of an even level. I learned that once I controlled my insulin I was no longer a slave to cravings.
In conclusion, I hope this saves you a lot of time jumping from one quick fix to the next trying to figure out “what works.” This lifestyle has been tested on me and many of my coaching students and it gets results! If you would like a personal consultation to hit your goals in fitness and life, send me an email Drew@fitlife.tv and we can set you up for success.
Think. Feel. Become.
Drew Canole
Advanced Technique: I also stopped eating fruit or any type of high-glycemic food with my other food groups. This seemed to help my body burn through the food much faster. Causing less energy expenditure in the digestion process and allowing me to be more effective and focused throughout the day.
Mmmmmmm. That is all I can say. This is one of my new favorite meals and I know it will be one of yours as well. This is Mexican without the guilt. You can still maintain that tight tummy and not have to worry about running for two hours just to balance out the carb load from the night before…..
Here is the grocery list
-Chicken
-Lime
-Cilantro
-Tomato
-Red Onion
-Eggplant
-Avocado
You can also make your own taco seasoning that is much lower in sodium. See video for details.
Fit Is The New Rich,
Drew
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seeds and sunflower seeds. Because most nuts and seeds are high in fat, you don’t want to make them your primary source of protein. But they’re great as a post-workout or occasional snack. Nut butters are delicious as well, and kids of course love peanut butter. Try soy nut butter or cashew nut butter for a little variety if you’re bored of peanut butter.
So toss a few veggie burgers on the grill or in the microwave, and watch those daily protein grams add right up. Homemade 
My personal trainer says to read the label and watch out for cheap fillers in whey and soy protein powders. She says it’s best to shell out and invest in a good quality. Hemp protein and green proteins work great as well. 
Spirulina has been known to increase energy. It may also be useful in helping diabetics to control their food cravings, which would result in decreased insulin intake. It also has been used to help with weight loss/treat obesity, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, hay fever, stress, anxiety, fatigue, depression, and premenstrual syndrome. It may also help with alcoholism, herpes, arthritis, and cancer. As little as 2-3 grams per day can have great health benefits.
