

There’s a saying - “New Year, New You” - that I don’t really like that saying very much…what I prefer is “New Year, Improved You!” Although it doesn’t have the same ring to it, I think it’s much better for morale.
This time of year most people are ready to re-invigorate themselves with a mind/body detox in an effort to set a path for a successful year. January and February are perfect for this type of thing – it’s cold and people are broke, which caters perfectly to staying in and refocusing on goals. A primary goal of many is to boost energy and renew a sense of self that will hopefully carry through the whole year.
With that said, many stumble out of the gates and struggle, because, yes, it’s hard; but it also requires a plan.
- Set Goals - Challenge yourself to write down what this detox means you and what you hope to achieve. It helps to have a reference to keep you on track when enthusiasm flags.
- Prepare the People Around You - Family, friends, roommates and coworkers that you normally associate with must know how important this cleanse is to you, so they can properly support you!
- Partner Up – Even the most motivated among us can get derailed without positive reinforcement; doing a cleanse with a partner means that you have a partner in crime. It also helps to have someone who you are accountable to.
- Drink Plenty of Water – The importance of water cannot be overstated – it helps keep us full and satisfied, and helps us flush out our systems, helping us stay hydrated. Aim for at least eight 8 oz glasses of water a day.
- Space Out Meals - Eating every 3 to 5 hours rather than nonstop nibbling helps with not only stabilizing our metabolism, but also helps to identify hunger (meaning you’ll learn when you’re hungry, thirsty or just bored).
- Keep a Journal -Recording what, when and where we eat, as well as how you feel before, during and after each meal, helps to raise awareness and transform relationships with food. A good tip is to start your journal one week before you actually begin your cleanse, that way you have a clearer understanding of your eating habits from the start.
- Stick To Your Guns - Regardless of whether you do it with a partner or solo, when you fall off the wagon – get back on! The key is to stick to your guns. If you have a plan to detoxify, then pull through- you can do it! Even the best of us fall off the wagon sometimes. But the biggest failure we can make is to abandon our plans.









Dinner. If you’re detoxing or cleansing, and doing it improperly, dinner time will prove to be the most ravenous time of your day. If cleansing properly, by dinner you should feel energetic and ready to have yet another nutrient-rich meal. Like lunch, dinner should consists of a soup, a salad and/or a smoothie. The difference between lunch and dinner is the protein quotient.
The other day, I covered the details of
Fiber. As the commercials go, chances are you aren’t getting enough…but that’s because honestly, most people just don’t. Dietary fiber is found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes, and it’s best known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. But fiber can provide other health benefits as well, such as lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease. But people are still asking themselves, “What is fiber”?
Berry Better Bling
The cranberries that we know and love today are native to the Americas. Native peoples enjoyed this fruit cooked and sweetened with maple syrup or honey. Cranberry sauce is indeed a traditional recipe.
The holidays have arrived, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier! This is the time of year for cheer, but it’s also the time of year when our liver – the organ tasked with detoxifying our entire body – gets kicked into overdrive.
Oranges are like having instant access to the sun. Not only is their bright orange color and ball-shape reminiscent of our life-giving star, but they also burst onto the taste bud scene with light, crisp brightness – much like the sun does in the morning!


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