October Unprocessed Day 4: Revitalive Cleanse

I started my day off with half of an avacado sliced up while I waited for my Revitalive Cleanse to be delivered.  Anna delivered to my work which was so convenient.  The cleanse arrived in three of these cute little insulated bags which I promptly put into the refridgerator as all of the food is highly perishable.

The cleanse comes with daily schedule that is layed out like this:

7 am : Green Algae and Probiotic shots and Lean Green juice
9 am : Bunny Boost juice
11 am : Probiotic Punch juice
1pm : Cookie
32pm : Lean Green juice
4 pm : Cleansing Salad
5 pm : Snack (Kale Chips)
6 pm: Vegan Soup
The Lean Green juice is hella good.  Very light and refreshing.  The shots are a little rough going down, but totally managable.  The Probiotic Punch is a little tougher, I think.  I had to dilute it so that I could get it down.  Thank g-d I only have to drink that one once a day ;)

The cookie is awesome.  It is a raw apple and harvest cookie.  So damn good- I could eat like 50 of these.  Also, the snack is great.  Anna threw in a bag of kale chips and they are so good- crunchy and flavorful.

For dinner I had butternut squash soup that I heated up and a raw coleslaw salad.  Both were incerdibly delicious.  I had Sleepy Time decaf tea before bed.  I went to bed early, per the cleanse recommendation, around 9:30  pm.

So reactions so far:

• I have felt full the whole time and no real cravings at all
• I feel bloated for sure
• I had a lot of gas yesterday, but not really today
• The food is amazing and clean and tastes great
• I have had to pee A LOT

I LOVE that Anna has checked in with me and I love the daily emails from Revitalive which include inspirational quotes, helpful information and tips and daily affirmations.  Here is today's email:

"It only takes one person to change your life - you." - Ruth Casey

What to Expect Welcome to Day 1 of your cleanse....welcome to a new awareness of health, vitality and beauty...welcome to a new you! As this Ruth Casey says, it only takes one person to change your life. And that's the most important person: you. We at RevitaPure are here to love, support and guide you gently through your cleanse, but at the end of the day, the person responsible for your success is you. Are you ready to focus on your own health and well being and take responsibility for your life?

Key Points to Remember Reflect on the previous occasions when you've tried to make changes in your diet, fitness, or other health routines. What helped you succeed? What kept you from succeeding? The more you can reflect and note, the more self aware you become which is another key to success.

If this is your first cleanse, it's important to have realistic expectations. Some of the things we ask you to do may come easily to you, such as drinking lots of pure water. Other things we suggest may be new to you. We have worked hard to make this cleanse as simple as possible, but we can't take away all the discomfort you may experience from detoxification. Just know that detoxification may be difficult at times, but it is always worth it! Please let us know if you feel any detox symptoms such as headaches, nausea, aches, pain, bloating. We offer simple but effective tools to address some of the issues that may arise. We have worked hard to create a balanced cleanse that does not leave you starving and unsatisfied.

Try to finish eating by 7 pm each night and try to get to sleep by 9 pm. Your body detoxifies and repairs while sleeping, so sleep is an important part of the 3-Day RevitaPure Program.

We just want to remind you to avoid the following foods during your cleanse:
alcohol
bread, pasta, grains
refined sugars
processed foods
canned foods
animal products (eggs, cheese, chicken, meat and fish)
soda, coffee and caffeinated tea
soy products

You may notice your appetite increase and/or decrease over the next few days. Listen to your body and what it needs. You may not be hungry for food, but more what the food represents. What are your really craving in your life?

If at any time during the cleanse you feel bloated or do not have a bowel movement each day, we encourage you to use the enema bag included in the kit. The instructions can be found with the bag. Please remember to use warm filtered water. Yoga poses, pilates, massages, saunas, naps are all helpful while cleansing. Please practice good self-care during the cleanse and after!

Getting Started: Goal Setting In order to stay focused on your health journey, we suggest purchasing a notebook to use as a journal. Begin by writing out in detail your goals for your cleansing and detoxification program. What do you hope to accomplish? Where do you see yourself at the end of your cleanse? What specific, measurable goals would you like to achieve? Write them down.

Your journal is also a safe place to write about your thoughts, dreams and emotions during your cleansing program. Many people are surprised at what new and exciting thoughts arise during a cleanse or at hidden, sometimes seemingly overwhelming emotions that also rise to the top. Foods, especially addictive foods, are often used unconsciously to suppress uncomfortable emotions. When you stop abusing food, long-suppressed emotions may rise to the surface. Journaling about what you feel is a safe and constructive exercise. Participating in a support group or in therapy, meditation and prayer are also good ways to nurture your mind and spirit during your body's transformation.

1. Take the time to nurture yourself every day during your cleanse and beyond. You are worth it!
2. You are embarking on a new and exciting journey...take it one day at a time.
3. Ask questions about any aspect of the program you don't understand.
4. Be respectful of others participating in the cleanse and of the staff at Revitalive Health and Wellness.
5. Set goals to focus on your health and wellness.
6. You are the key to your success. Take charge of your health today and take the steps necessary to cleanse, detoxify, and nurture yourself body, mind and spirit!

Your Daily Affirmation Affirmations are phrases to repeat to yourself throughout the day. They program the subconscious mind for success.

Today's affirmation is...
"I love myself. I take time for my health and well-being. I am worth it!"

The information contained in this email is for education only and is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or treat illness. It is valuable to seek the advice of an alternative health care professional before making any major lifestyle changes.

Love Revitalive!