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These guidelines are not formulated to suit any medical conditions, nutrient deficiencies, allergies or any other food related health problems. These guidelines are not suitable for anyone under the age of 18 or pregnant and nursing women. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this eBook. The authors cannot guarantee that the recommendations provided in this eBook will provide you with the benefits mentioned. Causes for being overweight or obese vary from person to person. Whether genetic or environmental, it should be noted that food intake, rates of metabolism and levels of exercise and physical exertion vary from person to person. This means weight loss and wellbeing results will also vary from person to person. No individual result should be seen as typical. The authors shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person with regards to any loss or damage caused by the ideas, advice, suggestions, information or recommendation of any products contained in this eBook. Should you decide to follow the advice provided in this eBook, you shall do so at your own risk. By reading this eBook, you agree to be legally bound to all the statements made above. 3 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Disclaimer 5 Introduction 14 What to expect 18 12 Day Schedule 22 Shopping List 24 How to make a smoothie 28 Recipes 41 Snacks/Optional Meal 46 Hydration 50 Exercises/Activities 56 How to stay motivated 62 Coming off the detox 4 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Contents Hello and welcome to your 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox! First off, congratulations for taking the first step towards the best possible version of you! They say that the hardest step on any journey is the first one, and by purchasing this eBook you have already taken that first step. You have decided to make a change and by the end of these 12 days you will have taken a huge leap towards reaching your goals. You can rest assured that everything you need to know about the next 12 days is provided within this eBook. First, it is important to take a bit of time to learn more about the plan so that you will have a clear understanding of what you will be doing in the next 12 days and why. 5 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction What does detox mean? The definition of detox is “a process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances; detoxification”. Do I really need to detox? You might think that you lead a fairly healthy lifestyle but there’s a high chance that your body is toxic. You might also think that this doesn’t matter too much but it can have a huge impact on your energy levels, health and weight loss efforts. Here are some signs that your body is toxic: Difficulty losing weight or stubborn weight gain (despite exercising and cutting calories) Feeling fatigued and struggling to get through the day (coffee and sweet fixes will actually make your body more toxic) Feeling irritable Headaches Digestive problems Body odour or bad breath Constipation Cravings Skin problems such as breakouts, acne and rashes Loss of mental clarity and motivation Regular muscle aches and pains These problems may not seem serious enough to warrant a trip to the doctor (or you may have been and were told that there is nothing wrong with you) but they will still wear away at your resistance and ultimately affect your quality of life. 6 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction How did my body become toxic? Every time you eat or drink there is a high chance that you are also putting toxic substances into your body. There are at least ten toxins that we put into our bodies on a regular basis. Some we might even not think of as toxic and dangerous to our health. Caffeine Yeasty white bread Sugary colas and diet drinks Canned food Processed meats Fermented milk products such as cheese Roasted nuts Fried foods Alcohol Smoking cigarettes 7 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction Can’t the body naturally detox itself? Our bodies naturally detoxify every day. Detoxification is one of the body’s most basic automatic functions of eliminating and neutralizing toxins. Unfortunately, in the modern world that most of us live in our bodies have a hard time keeping up. Besides the mentioned toxic foods, there is also a lot of pollution found in the air and water. If you also add alcohol, smoke and drug (recreational and medical use) the body systems and organs that were once capable of naturally cleaning out unwanted substances are now completely over-loaded to the point where toxic material remains inside our tissues. Yes, the body can naturally detoxify itself, but it can not efficiently deal with so many unnatural, manmade substances. Why do some people say that detoxes do not work? Unfortunately, in recent years the word “detox” is often incorrectly used to sell unhealthy diet plans, pills and powders. People attach the word detox without actually knowing or following the key principles of a real detox, which has caused confusion over its effectiveness. It is important not to confuse the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox with other “detox” plans such as supposed tea detoxes or juice detoxes. This is NOT a fad diet; it is a kick start to a healthier lifestyle. When I use the term detoxification, I do not mean fasting, purging or starvation and definitely do not recommend these. All of these methods can be dangerous and it undermines the body’s ability to detoxify naturally by depriving the body of adequate nutrition. For example, here is a comparison of the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox plan vs. a standard juice detox. 8 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox Standard juice detox The whole fruit/vegetable is Only the juice of the fruit/ consumed vegetable is consumed *There is no wastage with smoothies. With juices, a lot of the fruits is thrown away. Complete with fiber and all Fiber & many nutrients have nutrients been removed *Fiber is critical for proper digestive function, it also helps prevent certain diseases and weight gain. Not highly susceptible to Highly susceptible to oxidation oxidation *It is often advised to drink a juice as soon as possible after making it. The reason for this is that juices are highly susceptible to oxidation due to the way they are processed. Smoothies do not oxidize as fast and maintain the majority of their nutrients for longer periods of time. Lack of fiber = fast sugar Fiber slows sugar absorption absorption *The fiber in smoothies slows sugar absorption to a healthy level, the lack of fiber in juices mean they can essentially become a concentrated sweetener. Provides protein and lasting Lacking in protein & long-term energy energy sources *Smoothies will give you the energy to fuel a workout, juices do not give you the same energy. They are also lacking in protein. Leave you feeling full up Do not fill you up *Smoothies fill you up and keep you satisfied until your next meal. Juices do not. Part of the reason is that a smoothie contains fiber, as well as all of the other nutrients that would otherwise be lost in the discarded fiber if juicing. A complete meal Not a complete meal *Smoothies can be meals. Technically you could swap out your breakfast or lunch for a smoothie every single day for the rest of your life if you want. However, juicing is only a temporary diet or snack. The thick texture of smoothies feels like and digests like a proper meal, where juices do not. 9 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction Why is detox essential for weight loss? By lowering your toxic load through detox, you put yourself in a much better place for weight loss success. A detox is actually one of the best ways that you can assist your body to lose weight and actually keep it off. Unfortunately, a lot of people attempt to lose weight not realising that without detoxing the body first they are potentially setting themselves up for failure. Your body naturally wants to protect you from having lots of toxicity. How does it do this? It stores toxins in your fat cells to keep them out of the way. This works well right until you start to lose weight. As fat cells are burned, the toxins get dumped back into the bloodstream. For someone that has a high level of toxicity, this can lead to extreme levels of inflammation. This can lead to problems such as a slow metabolism and make you less sensitive to the hormones that regulate your appetite. Here are some of the ways in which eliminating toxins can help with weight loss. Helps heal digestive system imbalances that contribute to weight loss failure. Balances blood sugar levels - high blood sugar levels lead to fat storage and cravings. Allows you to enjoy the taste of healthy food again - junk food dulls the taste buds. When these items are removed we are awakened to the taste of whole, nourishing food. Eliminates junk food cravings - when you can taste and appreciate the flavour in wholesome food, you don’t desire the bad foods in the way you used to. Helps you to get rid of stress and negative emotions that lead to weight gain - a detox is a great opportunity to take some well- deserved self-care time, rest and reflection. 10 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction Why does the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox work so well? The most effective weight loss plans should focus on both fat loss and detoxification, which in turn lead to improved overall health. The 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox has been specifically designed with both of these points in mind. This plan will not only assist with accelerating weight loss but help to heal and detoxify the body naturally leading to long-term results. The 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox feeds the body with foods that help it cleanse itself, while at the same time provide it with the vitamins and minerals it needs to function at its best. By consuming mainly blended fruits and vegetables for 12 days, you are giving your digestive system a rest as blended food is so easily digested. This means that nutrients are easily absorbed into your body and energy is directed away from digesting food and towards healing your body. This also means that you should have a huge energy boost while on this plan. The consumption of fruits and vegetables will also boost your water and fiber intake - all great things for weight loss, digestion and skin. Raw fruits and vegetables have more nutrients than cooked produce, which will really help you to feel nourished after every drink. 11 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction The key principles of the Smoothie Slim Detox are: All 3 meals per day will be replaced by a nourishing detox smoothie* All ingredients are raw, consisting mainly of fruit and vegetables Organic produce is used where possible Light detox snacks can be eaten in-between meals Use spring or purified water in the smoothies if possible Alcohol will not be consumed during the detox Caffeine is not recommended during the detox Organic herbal teas can be consumed during the detox *For those not wanting to do the full version of the detox, a healthy meal can be eaten once per day see page 43 for healthy meal options. 12 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction After completing your 12 days you can expect to enjoy the following benefits: Weight loss - on average, users of the plan experience a weight loss of 8-16lbs (approx. 3.5-7kg) A flatter, slimmer stomach Increased energy levels Flush out months of toxins Easier future weight loss No more / greatly reduced junk food cravings A new appreciation and taste for healthy, wholesome foods Clear, glowing looking skin A great sense of accomplishment and achievement You should now have a greater understanding of the importance of detoxing and the basic principles of your plan. Right, are you ready to get started? 13 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Introduction Let’s get started! On the following pages you will find all the information that you need for the next 12 days including your Smoothie Slim Detox schedule, shopping lists, preparation tips, recipes, exercise suggestions, motivation techniques plus information on coming off the detox once you have finished the 12 days. What should I expect during the plan? While the results of this plan are very rewarding, it is important to remember that the next 12 days are unlikely to be easy throughout. At some stage during the next 12 days you are likely to have cravings for solid and unhealthy food. In my experience days 1-4 prove to be the most challenging while your body adjusts to the detox. During this time, it can be tempting to quit and “start again on Monday”. I urge you to hang in there! After day 4 these cravings should be gone or greatly reduced. You should also be starting to enjoy some of the amazing benefits of the plan (such as a slimmer tummy and feeling healthier and energized). You will find yourself focusing on these positives rather than missing your old eating habits. Your individual experience will vary depending on your usual eating habits and lifestyle. For example, a person who is used to eating a lot of junk food and big meals will find the transition more difficult to deal with than someone who already eats relatively healthy and already incorporates smoothies into their daily routine. Whichever stage of your ‘journey’ you are on, I invite you to welcome these challenges as a test of your willpower, selfdiscipline and strength. Later in this eBook you will find a section offering helpful tips on ways to keep motivated throughout the detox. 14 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com What to expect Detox symptoms During the next 12 days you may experience what is known as detox symptoms. Detox symptoms are a natural part of the detoxification process. Please do not be put off by this, in my experience the detox symptoms were always very mild and only present intermittently during the first 3 days. You may not experience all (or any) of these symptoms, each person reacts differently to a detox and this depends somewhat on how “toxic” your body is to begin with. Try to view any detox symptoms as a positive sign that you are making progress! Here is a list of possible detox symptoms to help you recognize them when/if they occur, plus tips on how to avoid them. Important note: Although these symptoms are widely recognised as typical and harmless detox symptoms, please do not hesitate to contact your doctor if you have any serious concerns regarding your health. Skin breakouts - During the detoxification process the body needs to get rid of toxins. As the skin is the largest organ for elimination, your body may release built up toxins through your skin. Don’t worry, the breakout will typically only last for a few days. One way to avoid breakouts is to ensure that you are having frequent bowel movements to rid your body of the built up toxic waste. You may use a natural laxative product to assist with this. 15 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com What to expect Gas and bloating - Gas and bloating are common symptoms of suddenly increasing your fruit and vegetable intake. This should subside within a few days. One way to avoid gas and bloating is to take your time over drinking your smoothies, try not to rush them and aim to “chew” them as this motion will stimulate the digestive process. Headaches - This is a common symptom within the first few days, especially if you are used to drinking caffeinated products such as cola and coffee. Even a small decline (50-100mg) in the amount of caffeine a person usually consumes can result in a mild headache. Try to work through this, but if you feel the headache is unbearable, then you may take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol. Remember to drink plenty of water and sleep. Food cravings - This is also a common symptom where you will day dream about all the food you would love to eat, including junk food! This is all a normal part of the withdrawal process and should only last a few days. As your body adjusts to your new eating habits you will find yourself desiring less unhealthy foods and more whole, nutrient dense foods. If you find yourself on the verge of breaking, try snacking on some raw veggies, fruits or a handful of nuts and seeds. Try to keep your mind busy and don’t spend too much time sitting fantasising about that burger and chips. Constipation - This should subside once your body adjusts to the increase in healthy food and fiber - usually within a couple of days. If symptoms persist, it is important to get things moving again. Constipation relief products such as ‘Mag 07’ are a popular choice. 16 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com What to expect Fatigue - While this detox plan is designed to increase your energy levels, you may find yourself feeling fatigued in the beginning. Eliminating toxins can make you feel drained. It is important not to over exert yourself during the next 12 days, take this opportunity to enjoy some well-deserved relaxation and self-care time! Emotional disturbances - For many people eating is used as a form of comfort to distract from an underlying problem. So during a detox this problem or other problems may arise. Irritability - As mentioned, the next 12 days will prove challenging! You may find yourself feeling irritable and a bit cranky during the first days. It may be a good idea to clear your social schedule of any parties or events where there will be food or alcohol. This means less temptation to break your detox plus sufficient sleep is important during this time. Muscle tightness - Your muscles may become tight and ache due to toxin irritation. Please refer to the exercise/activities section of this eBook for tips on how to relieve these symptoms. If these detox symptoms prove to be too strong you may want to include one light healthy meal per day. Please refer to page 43. 17 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com What to expect Your 12-day schedule Here is your schedule for the next 12 days! It is important to follow this plan as closely as possible to achieve optimum results. Drinking a smoothie or eating a snack every 3 hours during the day will help keep your metabolism and energy levels fired up. Below is an example of how to spread your smoothies/snacks out. You can adjust this to suit your own schedule, just aim to maintain an approximate 2.5-3 hour spacing between the smoothies and snacks. Time 6.45am 7am Breakfast 10am 1pm Lunch 4pm 7pm Dinner 9pm Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 What to consume Warm lemon water (Recipe page 47) Smoothie of the day Snack (Options page 41) Smoothie of the day Snack (Options page 41) Smoothie of the day Herbal tea (Options page 48) Smoothie of the day The Tropical Burner The Kiwi Kick-Start The Berry Blaster The Mint Breeze Booster The Strawberry Shaper The Exotic Energizer The Sweet Slimmer The Hawaiian Health Shake The Lean Dream The Citrus Cleanser The Mango Melter The Banana Blitzer 18 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercise/Activity Exercise Rest or Activity Exercise Rest or Activity Exercise Rest or Activity Exercise Rest or Activity Exercise Rest or Activity Exercise Rest or Activity 12 Day Schedule When is the best time to start the detox? You can start your detox on any day of the week that you choose! Monday is often a popular choice as it symbolises a fresh week and a new start! If you work Monday-Friday, you may also want to consider starting on Saturday as you will then have two days to adapt to your new regime before returning to work on Monday. It may be tempting to have a huge food binge the day before your detox begins, however I would recommend against this. It is kinder to give your body a gentle transition, so try not to eat in too much excess the day before. It is also not a good idea to go out drinking the night before your detox begins, there would be nothing worse than starting your first day feeling sick and with a headache! If you do not plan to start the detox for a few days, then you can add in extra preparation by adding an extra piece of fruit or vegetable to your meals each day. If you are a regular coffee drinker you may find it easier to slowly wean yourself off coffee about a week before you begin the detox. It is not a good idea to start the detox if you have to attend a social event during this time that will involve consuming solid food and alcohol. You will not achieve optimum results if you suddenly stop and start the plan. It can also make you feel unwell/suffer from stomach pains if you suddenly eat a big meal when you have only had smoothies for several days. Later in this eBook I will discuss the best techniques for coming off the detox! 19 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com 12 Day Schedule Important preparation tips Being organised will help you to achieve success during the next 12 days. I have written you a shopping list that will provide you with the exact items you will need to purchase for the next 12 days. If you will be out all day, it is important to prepare your entire days’ worth of smoothies in the morning to take with you. As a rule, smoothies are best when consumed the same day, but you can prepare a couple of days’ worth in advance if needed. You must keep your smoothies refrigerated as much as possible. If you will be short on time in the morning it is a good idea to prepare the ingredients the night before. All you need to do is measure out the ingredients and store them in a storage bag in the refrigerator. The next morning you can easily add these to your blender with the liquid required. Blend for 2 minutes and your drink is ready! Drink a third for your morning smoothie and take the rest with you for your lunchtime and dinner time smoothie. Remember that you can also prepare some snacks to eat during the day if you feel hungry between the smoothies. Please refer to page 41 for suitable snacks. 20 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com 12 Day Schedule Before beginning your 12 day detox remember to take a “before” photo so that you can compare it to an “after” photo once you finish. You may also like to weigh yourself on the scales and take body measurements with a measuring tape. If you decide to weigh yourself during the detox, remember to do this at the same time each day (morning recommended) wearing the same amount of clothing to achieve the most accurate reading. Send me your before and after photos! Each month I give away prizes on my website for your before and after photos! (Example prize: $500) If you would like to enter, simply go to www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com. Good luck!! 21 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com 12 Day Schedule Here is your shopping list for the next 12 days. It has been divided into two parts, days 1-6 and days 7-12. This will ensure that the produce you buy remains fresh. Remember: Buy organic produce where possible Buy fresh greens Fruit can be fresh or frozen If using frozen fruit, you can buy for days 7-12 in advance Days 1-6 Fruits 9 small bananas 7 lemons 4 medium mangos (approx. 21oz/600g if buying precut chunks) 3 medium pineapples (approx 40oz/1.2kg if buying precut chunks) 3 large oranges 2 medium pears 1 medium red apple 2 kiwis 16oz/450g mixed frozen berries 16oz/450g strawberries Vegetables 16 oz/480g baby spinach 2 oz/60g kale Beverages 1 liter coconut milk Other 7oz/200g ground flaxseed Small bunch of mint (0.2oz/5g minimum) Ground cinnamon Vanilla extract (optional) Stevia Herbal teas (caffeine free) Extra vegetables/fruit/nuts/ seeds of choice for snacking Plant based protein powder (optional) 3 x 16 fl oz (500ml) jars/bottles with lids for storing smoothies (optional) Meat/vegetables for daily meal if doing modified version 22 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Shopping List Days 7-12 Fruits 6 medium mango (31.5oz/900g if buying precut chunks) 4 large oranges 3 small bananas 2 medium peaches 2 medium pears 1 small pineapple (11.5oz/330g if buying precut chunks) 1 small watermelon 10.6oz/300g red grapes 31.6oz/900g strawberries Vegetables 16oz/480g baby spinach 2oz/60g kale Beverages 1 liter coconut water Other Extra vegetables/fruit/nuts/seeds of choice for snacking Meat/vegetables for daily meal if doing modified version 23 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Shopping List Smoothie making is pretty straight forward, but here are a few tips to help you make the perfect blend! You will need Shopping list ingredients A chopping board A sharp knife A tablespoon A measuring jug, preferably with ‘cup’ measurements A blender Approximately 3 x 16 fl oz (500ml) bottles to store smoothie Preparation Gather the ingredients required to make the recipe. Wash greens and remove stems if using kale or large leafed spinach. It is not necessary to remove the stems if using baby spinach (using large stems can make your smoothie taste bitter and stress the motor while blending). Wash and chop fruit. If you are not using a powerful blender, chop the fruit up smaller to help with the blending process. Measure out liquid required. Note: Depending on the size of your blender you may need to divide the recipes in half and blend twice so that it does not spill over. 24 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to make a smoothie Making the smoothie No matter how powerful your blender is, you should always start with the liquid in the bottom of the blender jar. Add in greens and seeds (plus mint leaves for “The Mint Breeze Booster” recipe). Blend together until all leafy chunks are gone. Add in remaining fruits and blend again until a smooth and creamy consistency. If you are using a high speed blender (approx. 1000 watt) you will only need to blend for 30-45 seconds. When using a regular speed blender, you will need to blend for 1-2 minutes. Depending on your taste preferences, you may want to add some liquid stevia to sweeten the taste. All of the recipes contain a good amount of fruit so will be naturally sweet, so make sure you do a taste test before you add any sweetener. If you add a sweetener, blend again for a few seconds. Pour a third of mixture into a glass to drink for your morning smoothie. Pour the remaining mixture into a bottle(s) and keep for your lunch and dinner time smoothie. Keep smoothie refrigerated as much as possible. A cool bag can be handy to transport your smoothie. Ideally drink smoothie the same day. 25 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to make a smoothie Extra preparation tips Fruit/Vegetable Apple Baby spinach Banana Grape Kale Kiwi Mango Mixed berries Orange Peach Pear Pineapple Strawberry Watermelon Preparation Leave skin on and remove core Add whole Remove skin Add whole Remove stem Remove skin Remove skin Add whole Remove outer skin and white pith Leave skin on and remove stone Leave skin on and remove core Remove skin and core Remove stem/leaves Remove rind and seeds 26 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to make a smoothie Top tips Want your smoothie to be extra chilled? Try freezing some fruits beforehand and add them straight to the blender when ready. If using large fruit remember to chop them first and to peel and slice bananas before freezing. Using big ice cubes to chill your smoothie can be harsh on your blenders motor and will also make the drink watery. Get ahead by preparing the next day’s smoothie the night before! Simply measure out/chop up the vegetables/fruit required for the recipe and store in food bags in the fridge. Then in the morning all you have to do is empty everything into the blender, blitz for 2 minutes and it’s done! If you were unable to purchase organic produce, make sure you wash off the pesticides and waxes as best you can by thoroughly scrubbing and rinsing each item. You can also buy special cleansers from health food stores or vinegar. 27 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to make a smoothie RECIPES 28 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 1 The Tropical Burner 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups pineapple chunks (11.5oz/330g) 2 cups mango chunks (10.5oz/300g) 1 large orange Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 29 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 2 The Kiwi Kick-Start 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 2 handfuls baby spinach (2oz/60g) 1 handful kale (1oz/30g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 1 medium red apple 2 medium pears 1 small banana 2 kiwi 1 tbsp lemon juice Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 30 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 3 The Berry Blaster 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 2 handfuls baby spinach (2oz/60g) 1 handful kale (1oz/30g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups pineapple chunks (11.5oz/330g) 1 large orange 2 cups mixed frozen berries (10.5oz/300g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 31 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 4 The Mint Breeze Booster 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 3 cups pineapple chunks (17.4oz/495g) 3 small banana 20 medium mint leaves (0.2oz/5g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 32 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 5 The Strawberry Shaper 2 cups coconut milk (16 fl oz/480ml) 1 cup water (8 fl oz/240ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 3 small banana 3 cups strawberries (15.9oz/450g) ¼ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 33 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 6 The Exotic Energizer 2 cups coconut milk (16 fl oz/480ml) 1 cup water (8 fl oz/240ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups mango chunks (10.5oz/300g) 2 small banana 1 large orange Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 34 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 7 The Sweet Slimmer 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups watermelon chunks (10.5oz/300g) 2 cups mango chunks (10.5oz/300g) 2 cups strawberries (10.5oz/300g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 35 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 8 The Hawaiian Health Shake 2 cups coconut water (16 fl oz/480ml) 1 cup water (8 fl oz/240ml) 2 handfuls baby spinach (2oz/60g) 1 handful kale (1oz/30g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups strawberries (10.5oz/300g) 2 cups pineapple chunks (11.5oz/330g) 2 large oranges Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 36 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 9 The Lean Dream 2 cups coconut water (16 fl oz/480ml) 1 cup water (8 fl oz/240ml) 2 handfuls baby spinach (2oz/60g) 1 handful kale (1oz/30g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 medium peaches 1 cup strawberries (5.3oz/150g) 1 cup red grapes (5.3oz/150g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 37 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 10 The Citrus Cleanser 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 large oranges 2 cups mango chunks (10.5oz/300g) 1 cups strawberries (5.3oz/150g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 38 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 11 The Mango Melter 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 cups mango chunks (10.5oz/300g) 1 small banana 1 cup red grapes (5.3oz/150g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 39 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes DAY 12 The Banana Blitzer 3 cups water (24 fl oz/720ml) 3 handfuls baby spinach (3oz/90g) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds Add above ingredients and blend on high for 1 min approx. Then add below ingredients and blend on high for further 1 min approx. 2 small banana 2 medium pear 1 cup mixed frozen berries (5.3oz/150g) Taste test and add stevia to sweeten if required. Divide equally into three to consume for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 40 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Recipes During the 12 days, you can also have 2 snacks per day in between the smoothies. I would recommend to have the first snack 3 hours after your breakfast smoothie and the second snack 3 hours after your lunch smoothie. For each snack, choose from ONE of the following: 2 cups of vegetables (choose from below): Cucumber Celery Lettuce Carrot Tomato Snow peas Bell pepper Radish Serve with: 2 tablespoons homemade hummus (healthy hummus recipe on the following page) or 1 hard-boiled egg. You may also add vinegar to the vegetables. Do not add excess salt.* *Use approx. ¼ teaspoon salt per day total. 41 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Snacks/Optional Meal 2 cups of fruit (choose from below): Apple Grapefruit Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries or blackberries) Watermelon Other: 1 handful of raw (unroasted and unsalted) nuts or seeds or 1.5 tablespoon natural peanut butter or half a medium avocado or 1 protein shake - 1 scoop plant based protein powder (0.9oz/25g) mixed with 8 fl oz/240ml water or plant based milk Note: Only have this snack maximum once per day. Healthy Hummus Recipe 1 can (15oz/425g) chickpeas or 1 ¾ cup of fresh cooked chickpeas 2 cloves garlic 2 tbsp almond milk Juice of half a lemon 2 tbsp tahini or ¼ cup sesame seeds Salt + pepper, to taste If using canned chickpeas, drain, rinse, and set them aside. Finely mince garlic cloves in food processor. Add in the chickpeas and pulse until finely chopped. Add in the almond milk, lemon juice, and tahini. Process until the hummus is completely creamy and smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Optional: Top with a sprinkle of paprika. 42 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Snacks/Optional Meal The full version of the detox consists of replacing breakfast, lunch and dinner with detox smoothies for 12 days. The full version of the detox is what I followed to achieve optimum results! However, you may prefer to do a modified version of the detox and include one light, healthy meal per day. (Drink the third smoothie for a snack instead). Choose one (serve with either fresh salad or cooked vegetables): Approximately 4.2oz/120g of: Skinless chicken breast Skinless turkey breast White fish Tofu Tempeh Black beans Always buy fresh meat (not processed) and organic if possible. Best way to cook: Grill, poach or bake in the oven. Seasoning: Do not add excess salt.* Use cayenne pepper, chili flakes, onion, garlic, herbs, lemon or a low salt seasoning. * Use approx. ¼ teaspoon salt per day total. 43 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Snacks/Optional Meal Fresh Salad: Lettuce or other salad leaves Cucumber Celery Bell pepper Onion Tomato Carrot Radish Choose from some or all of the salad options above. You can eat as much salad as you need to feel satisfied and full. Dressing: Stick to a vinegar based dressing. 44 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Snacks/Optional Meal Cooked vegetables: Broccoli Asparagus Mushroom Bell pepper Onion Zucchini (courgette) Cauliflower Green beans Snow peas Brussels sprouts Bok choy Cabbage Eggplant (aubergine) Choose your favourite vegetables from above. You can eat as much cooked vegetables as you need to feel satisfied and full. Note: Stick to the options from this list and avoid starchy vegetables such as potatoes. Best way to cook: Steam, boil or roast in the oven. Seasoning: Do not add excess salt*. Use cayenne pepper, chili flakes, onion, garlic, herbs, lemon or a low salt seasoning. * Use approx. ¼ teaspoon salt per day total. 45 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Snacks/Optional Meal It is absolutely essential that you drink plenty of water during the next 12 days. The smoothies should be seen as a meal and not a drink replacement. Drinking enough water is a crucial part of the next 12 days and you will not achieve optimum results if you overlook this part. Help flush out toxins Keep your metabolism fired up Assist with weight loss Get rid of bloating Clear your skin Help you feel full Increase your energy levels. How can I tell if I am drinking enough? It may sound a bit unappealing, but a great way to tell if you are drinking enough water is by the colour of your urine! If you are properly hydrated your urine should be very pale/almost clear. If your urine has a lot of colour (like apple juice) then you are not properly hydrated and need to drink more! Do not wait until you feel thirsty to drink. If you feel thirsty this is a sign that your body is already suffering from dehydration. Remember to drink more if you are spending time outdoors in hot weather or exercising. I recommend that you drink between 4-6 glasses of water, spread evenly throughout the day. It is a good routine to drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up in the morning as this will help replace what you lost during the night. 46 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Hydration Be prepared to get up a few times in the night to pass water! It might sound odd, but drinking water will help get rid of excess water retention (bloating) caused by a diet high in sodium (salt) and starchy carbs. It will also help flush out all those nasty toxins! Enjoy your more frequent trips to the bathroom as a sign of success! What else can I drink besides water? It is essential that you drink water for the next 12 days. Try to drink spring or purified water where possible. Here are a few detox friendly ways to spruce up your water: Warm lemon water Warm lemon water is a natural energizer. It effectively oxygenates and hydrates the body, leaving you feeling refreshed. It can also help with weight loss, bloating and aid in detoxification. This drink is most effective when drunk in the morning (on an empty stomach). How to make one serving: Add the juice of ½ lemon into one cup of warm water. Stir and enjoy. Lemon mint cucumber detox water This combination is great for cleansing the body, it also aids in digestion and rehydrates. It is a good healthy substitute if you do not like the taste of plain water. Drink throughout the day. How to make one serving: Add 3-5 slices of cucumber, juice of half a lemon and a few sprigs of mint leaves to 24 fl oz/700ml ice cold water. You can also add sliced peeled ginger (about 1-inch piece) for a spicy kick. 47 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Hydration Organic Herbal Tea There are many varieties of herbal teas that you can enjoy while on the detox that are high in antioxidant cleansing power. Try to avoid Black tea, Oolong tea and Green tea during the next 12 days as these contain caffeine. Detox friendly teas: Peppermint Chamomile Burdock Dandelion Milk thistle Ginger Chicory What am I not allowed to drink? As mentioned above, water, naturally enhanced water and organic herbal tea are the only drinks that are permitted during the detox. As well as not eating any ‘toxins’, you must not drink them either! This means the following drinks are off limits: Caffeine This includes coffee, colas, black and green tea. Ingesting caffeine can interrupt with the detoxification process as it gives your liver more work to do. This can lessen the effectiveness of the detox. If you are a regular coffee drinker you may experience headaches if you suddenly stop drinking coffee. If you think you may struggle with this, it is a good idea to slowly wean yourself off coffee 1-2 weeks before you begin the detox. 48 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Hydration Water flavourings Those little packets of flavouring that people add to their water may look innocent enough, but they are packed full of artificial ingredients and toxins that will interrupt the detoxification process. Cream and milk Dairy products are off limits during the detox. Almond milk is used in some of the recipes, but try not to drink this as just a ‘drink’ as you will be adding on unnecessary calories. Fruit juice Many so called fruit juices are not much more than fruit flavoured sugar water. The lack of fiber in fruit juice can quickly cause a rise in your blood sugar levels. Drinking fruit juice will also add on unnecessary calories. All of the vitamins and minerals that you need from fruit are provided within the smoothie recipes. Diet drinks So called diet drinks are arguably worse for you than the ‘full sugar’ versions. To make them sugar free they are packed full of harmful chemicals and toxins to sweeten the taste. Alcohol Drinking alcohol during a detox is counterproductive if you are trying to remove toxins from your body. It may also be uncomfortable and mildly dangerous to consume alcohol while on a liquid based diet. 49 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Hydration Why is exercise good for detoxification? There are three main body systems that play a critical role in the elimination of wastes - circulatory, digestive and lymph. Regular exercise is essential to allow them to perform to their maximum ability. For example, the lymphatic system (commonly referred to as “the garbage disposal of the body”) keeps our body healthy and protected from germs, viruses and bacteria. Unlike the cardiovascular system, which has the heart automatically pumping fluid, the lymphatic system relies on our movements (exercise) to function. It is the movement from exercise that flush collected toxins out of the lymph. Without movement, these toxins collect stagnantly in the lymph instead of leaving the body. This means that a thorough detoxification program needs to include exercise. While exercise is important during your detox, it is important not to overdo it as the effect could be counterproductive. During the next 12 days I recommend you to avoid high impact exercises as this can be difficult for your digestive system to cope with, which can leave you feeling faint. I have compiled a selection of the best exercises to do during the next 12 days. Please pick one for each “Exercise day” on your schedule. It is fine if you wish to do the same exercise on each “Exercise day”. 50 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities 30 minutes walking Walking is the easiest and most accessible form of exercise. Walking can be easily fitted into your daily routine so it is a perfect choice for those with a busy schedule. The deep breathing that occurs during walking provides essential oxygenated blood to the lymphatic system to carry the toxins it collects to the body’s main detoxification organs, the liver and kidneys. Walking is also a great way to clear your mind of the days’ stress and to help bring mental clarity. Remember it is important not to overdo it, so walk at a pace at which you can breathe evenly and carry on a conversation. 10 minutes Rebounding (bouncing on a mini trampoline) Rebounding is often regarded as the best exercise for detoxification. As well as providing unique health benefits, it is also easy and fun to do! You can even do it while watching TV or listening to music. The low impact motion of bouncing on a trampoline provides essential stimulation to the lymphatic system. To do this exercise you will need a mini trampoline. Simply bounce on the surface of the trampoline. As you gain balance and coordination progress to lifting your knees up higher. 20 minutes gentle jogging Going for a gentle jog is a low-intensity aerobic exercise that gets the body moving, heart pumping and the lungs breathing deeply, these are all great ways to assist the body with the detoxification process. Remember to jog at a steady pace at which you can breathe evenly. Remember that now is not the time to be pushing yourself too far, so if you don’t usually jog or run, it is better to go for a brisk walk instead. 51 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities 20-30 minutes yoga or pilates Not only are these exercise forms great for improving your strength, flexibility and muscle tone, they are also a good way to help the detoxification process. These exercise forms help with lymphatic flow, and twists help to stimulate the muscle contractions that move food along the digestive tract. They also help reduce stress, which is important in body cleansing as stress can cause toxins to accumulate in the body. These exercise forms can be easily adapted to suit your fitness level. 20-30 minutes swimming Swimming is a popular full body exercise as it is easy on the joints. Breaststroke is the lowest intensity stroke. If possible, try to swim in fresh water or a pool that uses ozone rather than chlorine to clean the water so that your body is exposed to less harmful chemicals. 20-30 minutes bicycling Riding a bike does not only exercise your legs, breathing in fresh air also helps to cleanse the body and relieve stress. Like swimming, bicycling is also easy on your joints. Aim to ride at a steady pace at which you can breathe evenly. 20-30 minutes stretching Stretching is very good for muscle health. Stretching gently opens up the muscle fibers, allowing toxins to move out. Stretching techniques can be easily adapted to suit your fitness/flexibility level. 52 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities Detox activities As well as exercise there are also a number of activities that will be beneficial to your detoxing efforts! While these activities are not essential to achieve great results during the next 12 days, they can definitely help the detoxification process. I have compiled a selection of the best activities to do during the next 12 days. Please pick one for each “Activity day” on your schedule. It is fine if you wish to do the same activity on each “Activity day”! Dry Skin Brushing Before your daily shower, spend 5 minutes to brush your entire body skin using small, quick circular movements with a loofah (or fine bristle brush that is not harsh). Always brush towards your heart, which is best for your circulation and lymphatic system. Dry skin brushing also helps break down fatty deposits within your body. Dry skin brushing is an inexpensive yet effective way to coax the detox process along. Massage Take this opportunity to treat yourself to a massage. Most types of massage will increase blood flow and assist your body in eliminating waste products and fatty deposits. 53 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities Detox baths Detox baths are a good way to cleanse your body, draw out toxins, rest your mind and give extra support to several of the body’s systems. You’ll be amazed at how good you feel afterwards! Epsom salt, apple cider vinegar, clay, and baking soda are a few things you can detox with. Here is a simple detox bath recipe that you can try at home! Handful Epsom salts ½ cup Baking soda 10 drops essential oil of choice Choose from the below Essential oils: Lavender - Calming Peppermint - Fatigue Cedar wood - Depression Chamomile & Rosemary - Headache Grapefruit – Uplifting Add all ingredients while running your bath. Soak for 20 minutes approx. Rinse off with a cool shower to wash away all excreted toxins and to close your skins pores. 54 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities Sweat Enjoy a sauna or steam room session. The heat will help to increase circulation and to assist with the elimination of toxins through the skin as you sweat. Meditation Spend 15 minutes a day in meditation. Sit quietly without distraction and focus on your breathing. Visualize your body detoxifying. As you inhale, visualize healthy oxygen entering your lungs and blood stream. As you exhale, visualize toxins leaving your body. Meditation is a great way to the reduce stress and anxiety that everyday living can bring. 55 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Exercises/Activities While you can expect to achieve some AMAZING results, the next 12 days are likely to prove challenging at some stage. I don’t want you to give up half way through and reach for that box of donuts (and neither do you) so I have made a list of my favourite ways to stay motivated whilst on the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox! Get social! Follow the Smoothie Slim Detox Instagram page @SmoothieSlimDetox for daily posts, tips and motivation. Join the Smoothie Slim Detox closed Facebook group to chat with hundreds of others on the Smoothie Slim Detox! Here you can upload your detox photos/progress and help motivate and support each other. Search “Smoothie Slim Detox” on Facebook (it will be under the “groups” section) or simply click here. Clean your living space The health of your mind is affected by your surroundings. I always find that if my house is a mess, I also feel like a mess. Vacuum the floor, change the sheets, air your room and create a clean sanctuary for the duration of your detox. You could add a vase of your favourite flowers or a photo of something that inspires or calms you. 56 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated Keep your goals in mind Remember the reason why you’re doing this smoothie detox in the first place. Try to visualize the end results that you wish to achieve. Imagine you’re already there and how good it will feel to complete this challenge. You should always make improved health your main focus, but it doesn’t hurt to look at pictures of a gorgeous bikini or outfit that you can’t wait to show off your new slimmer figure in! Treat yourself Remember that this detox is not meant to be a time to punish yourself! Take this opportunity to treat yourself and your body! Enjoy a spa day, buy some new clothes or go for a walk with a scenic view. Do enjoyable activities that don’t involve food so you don’t feel like you’re not missing out. Tell your family and friends about your detox! Holding yourself accountable is key to success. If you have told your family and friends that you will be on a detox for the next 12 days, they should be encouraging and thoughtful - not trying to tempt you with cookies. You are also much more likely to see the detox through to the end as nobody wants to have to say that they gave up half way through! Perhaps even a family member or friend may want to join you on the detox! Detoxing with a friend is a great way to stay motivated. 57 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated Think positive Remember that the biggest challenge of the next 12 days is a psychological one. You are equipped with all the tools and information that you need to successfully complete the next 12 days! It is important to be aware that you may face some struggles, but try to embrace them as a challenge! Remember that you CAN and you WILL do this. Once you have completed these 12 days you will feel accomplished, strong and ready to take on your next challenge! Remove temptation from the equation If you know you have a weak spot for a certain junk food, remove it from the house or eat it before you start your detox! If your willpower is being tested, it is a much more likely that you will reach for the chocolate bar in the kitchen cupboard than travel all the way to the shops and buy a chocolate bar. Make sure that you are setting yourself up for success, not failure! Fill your fridge with delicious fruit and vegetables and make sure that you prepare your smoothies in advance so that you are never left without your drink when you need it. Measure your progress It is a great idea to take progress photos, measure and/or weigh yourself during the 12 days. Seeing your progress will help you stay motivated. You may also find it beneficial to keep a journal during the 12 days, it is often therapeutic to write down how you are feeling. You can also submit your 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox transformation photos to me on my website to win some great prizes! Visit www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com! 58 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated Here are some motivational tips from those who have already successfully completed their 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox! “Make it harder to get tempted. That means get rid of food outside the plan in your house, avoid triggering social environments until you feel like you are strong enough, and tell as many people you can so they can support you and remind you of the bigger goal.” – Cecile Gadson “I was definitely sluggish for the first 3 days. Day 5 is when I got a burst of energy and felt really good! Drinking water when you’re hungry helps. If I felt hungry I would grab celery or bell peppers and munch on them. I didn’t want to get so hungry I grabbed something I wasn’t supposed to! Take pictures! It’s awesome taking a pic on the first day, seeing where you are after day 6 then seeing how you look on day 12! It keeps you motivated.” – Kelli R. “Don’t get frustrated because you haven’t lost as much as someone else has. We are all on our own journey. The one thing we share is the goal to live a healthier lifestyle and to be able to say “ this is who I am. I love everything about me.” Just the fact that you completed the 12 days is a victory in itself, because you decided you were going to make a change, and you did! Sure, some days might be tough as you see everyone stuffing their faces with pizza or a donut, but after the 12th day, I guarantee you’ll feel amazing and it will all be worth it!!” - Katie Burton “It’s the best thing you could do for yourself! You’ll want to feel like giving up, but don’t! It’s worth the struggle!” - Suzie Silva 59 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated “Perseverance is key! The best thing about this program it’s that it’s just 12 days. Get yourself away from any distractions. Cos after those 12 days, I promise you, you’ll thank yourself and will feel healthier and happier. Drink loads of water. That’s a must. Have snacks as stated in the eBook. Missing ingredients, replace them. Don’t make it an excuse to skip the program. Best program I’ve ever tried! Good luck!” - Ashwary Rabitt “Don’t be too hard on yourself if you cheat. It’s not over. Just get right back on track and keep pushing. Don’t give it all up because of one bad day.” – Kimberly Chebaro “If possible, don’t plan any shopping trips or excursions. It’s very hard being out and about smelling all the restaurants. When you do have to go out, be sure to pack a small cooler with with enough smoothies and snacks while you will be gone plus extra in case you are longer than expected. No different than needing your medicine at certain times of the day.” - Lisa Carver “Literally follow the guide of a smoothie or snack every 3 hours and stick to this! After day 4 everything becomes routine and a lot easier. Enjoy the healthy light feeling of eating raw food. I successfully completed the 12 days not cheating once. It was winter in Australia when I completed my detox and sometimes a cold smoothie wasn’t the greatest but I pushed through. I also got my period during the 12 days but mind over matter YOU CAN DO IT!” - Amy Kaempkes 60 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated “Stay hydrated. Drink water, it will help keep you full. Also prep the water too, cut a few slices of cucumber and/or lemon, the water will taste better and will be easier to drink, and it’s also healthy. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. You can do it, you totally can. It’s only 12 days of your life and it will pass anyways, but only you can decide and control the outcome. You’re doing it for you, if you think of cheating you’re cheating yourself. Don’t cheat yourself, love yourself.” - Anamarija Ban “The screensaver on my phone during the detox was: ‘The junk food you wanted for an hour VS The body you wanted for years. You choose.’ Seeing this really helped keep me on track.” - Vicky Roques “When you think about quitting, think about the reason why you started in the first place. If that reason hasn’t changed, then why would you quit?” - Quinci F. “For me, the most important thing was to be prepared and organised. I prepped all the days in advance and the only thing I had to do in the morning was to blend my packed and frozen preparations. Laziness makes you break so easily. Don’t give it a chance!” - Freddy G. 61 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com How to stay motivated How you come off your detox is just as important as the detox itself if you wish to maintain your results and not regain weight. After finishing your 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox I strongly advise against returning to normal foods straight away. If you suddenly eat a big meal (particularly filled with starchy carbs) it can cause stomach pain, discomfort, bloating, as well as undo some of the hard work that you did. Please remember that it does not matter how amazing a diet plan is, if you return to a continually unhealthy lifestyle afterwards, your results can not remain. This doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy your favourite foods, but remember that moderation is key. Once you have completed your 12 days, I highly recommend following the steps below: Days 1 & 2 Breakfast – Smoothie from the ‘60 Meal Replacement Smoothies’ eBook (see page 64). Lunch – Smoothie from the ‘60 Meal Replacement Smoothies’ eBook. Dinner – Soup or light salad. Days 3 & 4 Breakfast – Smoothie from the ‘60 Meal Replacement Smoothies’ eBook. Lunch – Soup or salad. Dinner – Steamed/sautéed vegetables with a lean source of protein. Chicken, turkey or white fish are a good option. 62 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Coming off the detox Day 5 & 6 Breakfast - Smoothie from the ‘60 Meal Replacement Smoothies’ eBook. Lunch – Soup, salad or steamed/sautéed vegetables with a lean source of protein. Small serving of healthy carbs (brown rice, quinoa, sweet potato, lentils, kidney beans). Dinner – Soup, salad or steamed/sautéed vegetables with a lean source of protein. Day 7 You should now be ready to eat whole, healthy foods for all meals. Many people chose to continue replacing their breakfast or lunch (or both) with a delicious smoothie from the ‘60 Meal Replacement Smoothies’ eBook to help them continue losing weight at a healthy rate. Please note that the Smoothie Slim Detox recipes have been designed for short term use only. Therefore, they should not be used for long term meal replacement as the ingredients have been chosen primarily for their detoxing effects rather than being nutritionally complete. 63 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Coming off the detox 60 Meal Replacement Smoothies eBook Recommended for use after the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox. For fast weight loss, simply replace your breakfast and lunch with a meal replacement smoothie and eat a healthy protein rich meal for dinner, that is around 500 calories. For steady weight loss, just replace breakfast with a meal replacement smoothie and eat a healthy meal for lunch & dinner, that are around 600 calories each. Delicious flavors, including; Heavenly Salted Caramel, Choco Coffee, Cinnamon Roll, Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake, Apple Pie Slice, Chocolate Ginger Cookie PLUS lots of fruity flavors & more! All recipes made with only 100% healthy ingredients. Complete calorie & nutritional info, to make dieting simple. Quick and easy to prepare, have a meal ready in under 2 minutes! Nutrition packed, to give you energy & help you feel full all day. Inexpensive and easy to find ingredients which are available in regular stores worldwide. CLICK HERE TO BUY & DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK OR VISIT www.YourHealthyWorldPlans.com 64 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Coming off the detox Remember that it is important to view the 12 Day Smoothie Slim Detox as a kick-start to a healthier lifestyle and not a quick fix diet if you want your results to be permanent. Here are my top ten points to healthy eating success! Don’t skip breakfast - breakfast gets your metabolism fired up and is important to fuel for your body. If you skip breakfast, you are more likely to over eat later in the morning. Avoid fast food - eating fast food really isn’t doing you any favours. It is fine once in a while, but avoid making it a regular part of your lifestyle. Search for healthy versions of your favourite fast foods - you will be surprised how good some healthy food can taste! Avoid food that has a TV commercial - Think about it. Ever seen a commercial for lettuce? Me neither! Avoid eating food that contains ingredients that you cannot pronounce - (except quinoa). If you cannot pronounce it, chances are it is a chemically engineered food, and not good for you! The goal is to eat real, wholesome food. Listen to your body - if you feel hungry, reach for a healthy snack. Veggies and hummus dip, fresh fruit, a handful of nuts and seeds or yogurt. They are all a good choice. Don’t let hunger develop into ‘starvation’ because that is when you are likely to reach for the unhealthy food. Eat more vegetables - Despite their wonderful health benefits, sadly most people do not eat enough vegetables. Try a variety of difficult colours, as each colour of vegetable offers a different array of nutrients! 65 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Coming off the detox Drink plenty of water - Water is your new best friend! I can not stress the important of drinking enough water. Amongst many things, it helps your body burn fat and keep your tummy flat! Avoid toxic foods - Remember my list of ‘toxic’ food in the beginning of this eBook? The fried, oily food, sodas etc. Try to avoid them as much as possible. Limit your salt intake - using excess salt on your meals will make you bloated and gain weight. Try to use herbs and spices to flavour your meals instead. If you don’t already, follow my healthy eating page on Instagram, @YourHealthyWorld. Here I post healthy recipes daily to keep you motivated and inspired! Many people eat the wrong foods simply because they do not realise how amazing healthy food can actually taste! Once you see all of the delicious foods you can enjoy, you will wonder why you were ever unhealthy in the first place. 66 www.SmoothieSlimDetox.com Coming off the detox