Juicing Into the New Year!
It’s out with the old, in with the new, and time to press the reset button on health habits! So many of us set New Year’s resolutions to become the healthiest versions of ourselves, which is a fantastic goal!
When it comes to the new year, there is one great place to start shifting yourself into a healthy mindset, and leave your body feeling renewed and ready for the wellness to continue!
✨I’m talking about cleansing ✨
When I say “cleansing,” some immediate thoughts that may arise are, “fasting, liquid diet, detox, weight loss,” and “not fun.” But starving yourself all day to lose “an instant 5 pounds,” isn’t our idea of a juice cleanse. It’s time to adopt a new approach to cleansing that will leave you feeling renewed and nourished.
Instead of a harsh, “suffer through this” approach, we think of a juice cleanse as an invitation to nourish and nurture yourself. It’s not about depriving your body, but about supporting it with the nutrients it craves and celebrating clean foods.
Cleanses have been used to give the digestive system a break from over-processed foods, allowing the body to use its energy for scavenging and eliminating toxins. A juice cleanse can be the chance to “declutter” your entire system! You may notice a sense of spiritual or mental clarity during the detoxification process, or you might find some discomfort. Even though we love them, cleanses aren’t a one-size-fits-all challenge, and the simplest of cleanses isn’t appropriate for everyone in every season. Always consult a medical professional before any changes to your diet.
How do I complete a Clean Juice Cleanse?
Each Clean Juice Cleanse is composed of a variety of herbs, spices, and our USDA certified organic juices, so make a selection based on what you feel is ideal for you. You can review our website for additional details.
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Pre-Cleanse:
For best results, there are several tips to implement into your routine as “pre-cleanse” preparation! As always, we advise customers to consult with professional including with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to their diet, lifestyle, or beginning any diet or exercise regimen including a cleanse.
- Five to three days before a cleanse (or more), remove processed foods from the diet as much as possible. This includes:
- Packaged and boxed snacks, sweets, processed meats, fried foods, and meals from the frozen section.
- Sodas, energy drinks, fruit juices, protein shakes, alcohol, flavored coffee creamers, and sweetened iced tea
- Focus on whole foods like eggs, chicken, fish, fruits, vegetables, oats, beans, rice, nuts, and seeds!
- Five to three days before your cleanse, begin supporting detox pathways by exercising, sweating, hydrating (warm lemon water in the morning!), and getting adequate and quality sleep
- One to two days before, get prepared! Have your juices in the fridge ready to go and prepare a cleansing soup and some snacks (recommendations below!)
During A Cleanse
A Clean Juice cleanse can take anywhere from one to three days. During this time continue to support detox pathways, rest, and drink juices in 2-3 hour intervals. You should not feel ridiculously hungry during a cleanse… In fact, it is encouraged to eat during a cleanse! However, there is a list of a few gentle cleanse foods to choose from subject to your individual taste and dietary requirements or restrictions.
- Pureed vegetable soups (made from scratch)
- Bone broth or vegetable broth
- Easy-to-digest fruits such as bananas, and apple sauce
- Plain steamed vegetables (season with lemon & spices)
- Plain baked sweet potato
- Lots of water & caffeine-free herbal teas
During a cleanse, having a large batch of cleansing soup can make the cleansing experience far more enjoyable and achievable!
Here is a clean soup recipe for you!
Green Goodness Soup (Serves 6-8)
Ingredients
- 4 cups unsalted bone broth (beef, chicken, or vegetable)
- 1 ½ cups water
- 2 large crowns of Broccoli chopped
- 1 bunch of Kale stemmed and chopped
- 2 large Zucchini chopped
- 3 single stalks of celery diced
- ½ an Onion diced
- 4 cloves of Garlic peeled and crushed
- 1 large handful Parsley chopped
- 1 large handful Cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- Pink Sea Salt to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add in celery and onion with a pinch of salt and cook until the celery and onion become translucent and aromatic
- Add in zucchini, kale, broccoli, bone broth and water. Make sure that there is enough liquid to come about 1 inch over the veggies. Add about two additional teaspoons of salt (but use your judgment). Bring everything to a boil and then reduce down to a simmer and cook for 10-20 minutes or until the broccoli, kale, and zucchini are soft.
- Turn off the heat and toss in the garlic. Pop on a lid and let the soup sit until it is cool enough to handle, about 10-20 minutes.
- Working in batches, add the soup to a blender along with a small handful of the parsley, cilantro and little pinch of salt in each batch. Blend until creamy. You can also use a hand/immersion blender and blend the soup right in the pot.
- Transfer the soup into a storage container or into a pot and repeat until you have blended all the soup.
Post Cleanse
There’s much more food freedom post-cleanse, however, we recommend that you stick to healthy and whole foods! Eat as many raw or cooked fruits and vegetables as you want to. Healthy, gluten-free whole grains, like quinoa and oats are fair game in addition to complex carbs such as sweet potatoes and squash. Add quality animal products, like organic or pastured meats, eggs, and fish back to your diet. Raw nuts, seeds, nut butter, extra virgin olive oil, beans, and legumes should also be part of a post-cleanse healthy diet.
For at least one week, avoid refined sugars and refined carbohydrates, like bread, cakes, and cookies. Of course, limiting refined sugars and refined carbohydrates in general is also good practice. Other processed foods to steer clear of are processed meats, gums, artificial sweeteners, seed oils, high-fructose corn syrup, and food coloring. The easiest way to do this is by reading food labels!
It’s important to keep drinking cold-pressed juices, even after you cleanse, as part of your weekly regimen to support the body’s recovery, hydration status, and boost nutrients, which can be easy with your neighborhood Clean Juice store. Remember, juicing is not a quick fix but a pathway toward a healthy lifestyle.
Experiencing The Benefits
After a cleanse you may feel refreshed, lighter, and awakened, as if there is more space in your body. Some of the benefits you may experience from cleansing are:
1. Gut Health: In general, cleansing gives the digestive system a break from hard-to-digest foods found in heavily processed diets. Processed foods are full of refined added sugars, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, gums, and other not-so-nourishing ingredients that may hinder your health goals. Fruits and vegetables are loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and enzymes that may promote overall gut health and well-being
2. Detoxification: Gentle detoxification may happen through hydration, enzymes, and antioxidants. When cleansing, we drink more fluids than normal. Being properly hydrated allows you to eliminate toxins through urine. Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants, which help to neutralize free radicals in the body. Certain foods such as lemons, beets, and dark leafy greens are known for their antioxidant and detoxifying properties
3. Energy: Juicing may boost energy by providing a concentrated source of nutrients that are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream since they don’t need to be broken down and absorbed by the digestive system. The natural sugars found in fruits and vegetables provide a quick source of fuel, while high water content may help maintain hydration and prevent fatigue. Juices are rich in vitamins like B-vitamins and antioxidants, which may support energy production and protect against oxidative stress. Additionally, the alkalizing effect of green juices may help balance the body’s pH and promote overall vitality!
Let’s get cleansing!
Starting a juice cleanse in the New Year is a great way to reset the body and mind after the holiday season. By nourishing the body with Clean Juice’s fresh, certified organic nutrient-packed juices, you can kickstart health goals and feel revitalized for the year ahead. Once you have your chosen cleanse ready to go, refer back to this article for pre, during, and post cleansing tips and tricks!
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2025,
The Clean Juice Family 😃
Disclaimer: These Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The information provided is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Clean Juice products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner to determine your personal needs.
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