High-fructose corn syrup, Brown rice syrup, Brown sugar, Dextrose, Fruit juice concentrate, Raw sugar
TYPE: Spices & Seasonings:
FOODS TO EAT (support weight loss): Apple cider vinegar, Black pepper, Cardamom, Cayenne pepper, Chili peppers, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Ginger, Parsley, Garlic, Nutmeg, Onion, Oregano, Rosemary, Sage, Saffron, Tamari, Thyme, Turmeric
FOODS TO AVOID (cause weight gain): Ketchup, Mayonnaise, MSG, Table salt, Worcestershire sauce
TYPE: Snacks:
FOODS TO EAT (support weight loss): Fresh Fruits & Veggies, Popcorn (lightly salted), Unsweetened peanut/cashew/almond butter, Organic unsweetened chocolate, Nuts and seeds, Hard-boiled eggs, Plain yogurt, Trail mix
FOODS TO AVOID (cause weight gain): Candy, Pies, Corn chips, Cookies, Donuts, Cakes, Ice cream, Pastries, Potato chips
TYPE: Beverages:
FOODS TO EAT (support weight loss): Distilled or Spring water, Alkaline water, Coconut water, Fresh-squeezed juices, Green tea, Black tea, Mint tea/Other Herbal teas
FOODS TO AVOID (cause weight gain): Sodas, Sports Drinks, Store-bought fruit juices, Mixed drinks, Beer
TYPE: Cooking Methods:
FOODS TO EAT (support weight loss): Baking, Broiling, Grilling, Poaching, Pressure cooking, Roasting, Sautéing, Steaming, Stir frying
FOODS TO AVOID (cause weight gain): Barbequing, Blackening, Burning or Charring, Deep frying, Pan frying
Superfood Additions for Smoothies
These are the nutritional powerhouses that can increase the amounts of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients in your smoothies. You can add these after the 10-day cleanse, as you make green smoothies a part of your daily lifestyle.
Acai berries: power-packed with antioxidants that slow the aging process
Aloe vera: has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antifungal properties
Avocado: full of healthy fats
Bee pollen: increases energy and stamina
Brewer’s (nutritional) yeast: great source of vitamin B-12
Cayenne pepper: will improve circulation and opens up the arteries
Chia seeds: make you feel full and helps with weight loss
Raw chocolate: high in antioxidants to slow the aging process
Coconut oil: fat-burning power food that is antiviral and antibacterial
Flax oil: boosts immune system and has anti-inflammatory effects
Ginger: powerful anti-inflammatory and digestive-function strengthening properties
Gogi berries: high in antioxidants to slow the aging process
Maca root: improves energy levels and endocrine health
Pomegranate juice: lowers cholesterol and has other cardiovascular benefits
Sprouts: provide lots of enzymes and they oxygenate the body
Wheat germ (raw): helps with PMS/menopause symptoms and healthy skin and hair
Wheatgrass juice (fresh or powdered): alkalizes cells and boosts energy levels
Yogurt or kefir: helps with digestion and fights against bacterial infections
Remember: The 10-day cleanse is a detox/cleanse, not a diet! Be smart about weight loss. Be in it for the long haul, expect weight to fluctuate, and prepare for the journey. Normal weight loss of about one to two pounds per week is very healthy. If you have 30 pounds to lose, it will likely take you fifteen weeks to lose it, so focus and lock in for four months! You will achieve your goal! Focus on getting healthy. The weight loss will follow!
Chapter 7
Five Detox Methods to Enhance Your Cleansing
Detoxifying the body and eliminating toxins can be accomplished through various detoxification methods. (I describe twelve ways to detox the body for weight loss and overall health in my book Lose Weight Without Dieting or Working Out .)
Everyone’s toxic overload is different, and many factors come into play, such as your health status, weight, metabolism, age, and genetics. If you want to enhance your detoxification and cleansing, here are five methods to detox the body to support the cleansing process during or after the 10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse.
Colonics
Liver cleansing
Saunas
Body brushing
Detox foot bath/foot pads
Colonics
Colonics, also known as colon
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