Juice Fasting!

I just got done watching a documentary on Netflix titled Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead. I highly recommend this film to anyone who wants to live a healthier and better lifestyle. It really makes to think twice about what you are putting in your mouth and how it affects your body in the long run. I've been researching 'Juice Fasting' for a while now, and although it seems like a great way to detox your body and release it of all the nasty stuff we put in it, I've never had the will power or strength to actually go through with it. Not even for 5 days, but I think now, after lots of research, advice from others that have actually done it, and watching the film, I've decided to take the plunge.

Today, marks Day 1 of my 5 day Juice Fast challenge. I am not eating any food, except for a couple raw fruits and vegetables throughout the day, and I am drinking only juice made from fresh fruits and veggies and lots of water. The good thing was that I didn't have to invest in a nice juicer- we already had one packed away and collecting dust. Yesterday, I gave it a good washing and practiced a couple of juice recipes. Once my son was down for the night, I headed over to the grocery store and packed up on kale, cucumbers, beets, carrots, strawberries, blueberries, apples and plenty more. My husband said I wiped out the whole produce department! After all the preparation, I was ready.

I woke up today, rushing out the door as usual- but not without my juice in hand! Breakfast was made up of kale, carrots, apples, and blueberries. It was delicious! That's the thing about all these recipes, they have all tasted great. Normally, I would not pick up a raw vegetable and eat it. Gross. But when mixed with others, and juiced to perfection, it's so easy to drink up. Another plus is that through juicing, I can add many different fruits or vegetables and drink all the nutrients at once because who would really eat kale, celery, beets, and an apple as a snack? No one. I know these first 3 days are going to be tough. Heck, it's not even 5 o'clock on the first day and I'm struggling, but I know if I can get over this hump, my body will adapt and I will end up feeling great in the end. So, here's to a longer, happier, healthier lifestyle... Drink Up!

Everyone go watch Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead.. It will seriously change your life. And if you want more information on how to Reboot your life, click here.