Day One!
We've officially begun our 21 day cleanse. I was thinking this morning as my child was hacking and the drainage was flowing from his nose that this would be the ultimate test for me. Whenever Chris is sick (or hasn't napped for, say, two straight days), I tend to get a little stressed and reach for the coffee/chocolate/sugar/crap. I know it's just for comfort but I'm trying new comforting methods that don't have to do with sugary, caffeinated foods. Any-hoo, if we can stay focused on taking care of ourselves while taking care of our son while he's sick it will be good for everyone involved!
So here is our sample menu for the day. Most days, at least for the first week, will be similar to this.
Upon waking: Down a big glass of water followed by a cup of hot herbal tea.
Breakfast: Oatmeal with flax and hemp seeds topped with cinnamon and strawberries and blueberries.
Throughout the morning: Water with aloe vera drink (a very good digestive cleanser) and another herbal tea.
AM Snack: Green drink (cucumber-green apple-celery-romaine lettuce-sprouts)
Lunch: Miso soup and a big, fat salad (mixed greens, bell peppers, 1/2 avocado, sunflower seeds, vinaigrette dressing)
PM Snack: Leftover green drink; handful of cashews
Dinner: Millet mixed with spinach and kale, topped with pinto beans and 1/2 avocado
"Dessert": A few chunks of pineapple or cantaloupe
This was my menu. Brian's didn't vary by much; he just had a different soup for lunch. And then of course, physical activity is also important. The weather has been very nice so we went for a family walk, chased our 2 year old around for a few hours, and did some power yoga... I have to say that it does take quite a bit of effort to prepare healthy food but it is so worth it! We'll keep you updated about how we are doing!
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