Hi Everyone! We tend to get a lot of the same questions at Lucky You Juice Cleanse, here are a few commonly asked ones – if you’ve got more, let us know!
Why cleanse? It’s really simple. There are several main reasons why we want to engage in the cleanse process. First and foremost, we are all carrying around toxicity in our bodies. Why? The main culprits: processed foods which we have consumed over the years, our environment (air, water, pollution) which is ever increasingly filled with poisons, and prescription/non-prescription drugs which we have taken at some point in our lives.
In addition, we all eat way too much. It is vital to give the digestive system a rest from all of the 24/7 work we ask it to do. When we allow this rest to occur, the body is able to release trapped waste. We cleanse because even our insides need a holiday ever so often. Did you know that digestion actually begins in the mouth? With the hectic lifestyle most of us run we don’t chew, which means often we don’t absorb. Given our lack of pulverizing the food with our teeth, our bodies then have to expel lots of energy to the process.
Alkaline Environment. This is so important. We want to be more on the alkaline side of life internally so that bacteria, yeast, fungus, and mold do not have an inviting and comfy place to be. They do not fare well in an oxygenated, alkalized system. So green it up buttercup.
Toxins and the Outer Environment. We cannot escape the seemingly endless amounts of poisons that we are exposed to on a daily basis. Some we have control over (beauty and household products, eating organic foods, using water filtration systems) yet others are inevitable (pesticides, pollution). This reason alone is enough to get us on the detox bandwagon. We are all living on the planet. It’s not the same as it used to be. Cleanse.
Fasting? Cleansing? Are these one in the same? It depends. At times the two words are interchangeable. The traditional definition of a fast is to go without any food or water for a period of time. Not sure who is doing that these days. All you need to know is that the Lucky You cleanse is a nutritional cleanse, NOT a FAD diet. By drinking the fresh juices, you will be flooding the body with pure hydration using the most assimilative nutrients available. Whether you choose to do a 1-day cleanse ever so often or go the all out with the 5 day cleanse rest assured you are making a sound decision on behalf of your body and soul.
What is my best approach? Be consistent. Pick your cleanse length, prepare for it in advance and follow its completion with healthy “alive” food and drink. Remember, consistency rules and the “live, cleanse, rebalance” mantra works.
How often should I cleanse? Cleansing and detoxing have become part of the lexicon. We believe it is more about a lifestyle, rather than a ping-pong match with food choices. It is not being suggested here that you must switch into a so –called “perfect” diet, however using this program to elevate your eating habits is the most intelligent way to go. We think you should “cleanse” regularly and often. You make your own decision. You should repeat your cleanse as often as you feel you need it. A 3-day cleanse is a perfect compliment to follow a busy weekend filled with over indulgence. A longer cleanse is awesome if your body is starting to show signs of breaking down and of course before or after a holiday is helpful. Like anything, cleansing yields best results when approached over a period of time. Set a schedule and stick to it. Sound good?
Is a three-day cleanse beneficial? YES! You are giving your digestive system time to catch up and most likely do something it has never experienced before in its lifetime. You are flooding your system with nutrient dense, live juice. Fasting for nutrition, healing and detoxification have been around for ages. Historically it has been commonly used to heal illness. Today in the Western World it is commonly used to detoxify and create balance.
I don’t have time to juice fast…Then we’ve got a date because we are a match made in heaven. Your requirement is only to drink the beverages provided; we’ll make the rest happen.
What if I am hungry? Part of the cleanse process includes hunger for most, mainly because we are not used to consuming less food. Stirring up internal toxicity can also lead to hunger pangs. We recommend holding off on eating and allow what needs to happen: the body letting go of unwanted debris! Tips to ward off the feeling of feeding ourselves what’s not on the menu? Herbal teas, baths with essential oils, be with loved ones, and look for ways to nourish yourself without food being involved.
What about my metabolism? This will assist the metabolism to function the way it should, free of toxins. The goal is to clear the junk from the trunk. More specifically, give the internal system the rest and repair time it so well deserves. Challenge yourself and give it a try, we haven’t heard a negative complaint yet!
How much weight will I lose? If you need to drop a couple of kilo’s chances are you will head in that direction. When you give your body a chance to operate without all of the additives it will decide where it wants to be. This should be a launching pad to help you reach your goal. Often the weight falls off in the weeks following the program’s completion, providing you are not back to your old ways of eating tons of cheeseburgers ☺!
Do most people gain the weight back? Most people open their eyes to how they were consuming pre-cleanse and make the necessary changes to incorporate a healthier more consistent approach to food and exercise. Remember these cleanses can be used for both a kick-start and a maintenance program. Your goal is to stay on track and keep with it. Our goal is to make it easy for you.
Can I exercise? It is vitally important for you to move the body while on a cleanse. You may find you have a ton of energy, in which case go to town! You are not starving your body, you are feeding yourself with the best stuff possible and it’s broken into a form that is easily absorbed. When you free your digestive system of all the work involved in breaking down food you are typically energized. Sometimes we feel cleansing symptoms in the form of lower energy than normal, so stay connected to your body and rest when necessary. Not advised here to push yourself to the max. Cleansing requires energy, too. The best approach to your cleanse is that you listen to your body, exercise within your limits and get as much fresh air as possible.
Hope this helps! Your mantra going forward … This IS going to be a GREAT week!
Heidy x
http://www.luckyyoucleanse.com.au/
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