Making the juices is a lot easier than I first thought
After seven difficult days I have finally finished the big juice detox and to be frankly honest, I don't think I want to see another glass of juice for at least a month.
I had Bellvita biscuits and a tangerine for breakfast this morning, and it was nice (but strange) to eat solid food again.
So, after seven days on the Big Juice Detox I am very happy to report that I lost 8lb - stepping on the scales last night made the whole week worth it.
A favourite juice had to be the Lemon/Ginger Zinger - this was down to the fact that I didn't have to add and Spirulina or Wheatgrass to the mix. Plus, the bright orange colour made it look so much more tempting than the sea of green that I was drinking myself through.
A word of warning if you're going to attempt one; don't smell the juice before you drink it. It can instantly put you off, even if it actually tastes quite nice.
Before I began the detox, I was anticipating spending hours preparing my juices for the next day. But, I was pleasantly surprised by how quick and easy they are to make. The Phillips Juicer I used allows you to put in most of the fruits and vegetables whole, without peeling them and taking the machine apart at the end to clean it can be done within five minutes.
Although, the first time I did use it, I was a little scared that I was going to break it. But it's strong and durable and despite my best efforts, I didn't break the juicer. Phew.
Even though I may be saying goodbye to the juices for a little while, they're still going to be a core part of my diet.
I feel so much better for drinking them, I have more energy, my skin looks clearer, my hair's glossier and a lot more soft and I know the positive effect that they're having on my insides too.
So whilst I may not be replacing them with solid food, I will be trying to drink them at least five days a week for breakfast. It's the perfect way to start your day.
FemaleFirst Taryn Davies
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