RawJuvenate 2-week detox

csmullins78

So, last year I got a Groupon for this 2-week detox by a company called Raw Green Organics. I maybe did it for a day, then the products sat in my pantry untouched for a year.

I'm moving in a few weeks and came across them and decided to give it a try. What could it hurt?

Basically, I take a fiber pill, an aloe pill, and a probiotic pill. Then, I have to drink a truly disgusting shake with their protein powder and super greens powder (I couldn't get it down this morning. I'll have to try a different recipe with the stuff).

Question: has anyone ever done this before? Did you notice any results?

I'm not doing the detox for weight loss, but I'm hoping I can jump start a more clean eating lifestyle.

GiveMeCoffee

What are you detoxing?

And you can't pay me enough to make me consume something I describe as truly disgusting. I prefer to have things I truly enjoy, make them fit into my day, it makes for a much nicer day.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1159755-looking-for-a-detox-cleanse

_HeartsOnFire_

What are you detoxing?

And you can't pay me enough to make me consume something I describe as truly disgusting. I prefer to have things I truly enjoy, make them fit into my day, it makes for a much nicer day.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1159755-looking-for-a-detox-cleanse

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Cranquistador

Nopenopenope

kr1stadee

Life is too short to drink truly disgusting protein drinks.

You may need to check expiry dates if it's sat for a year.

There's no real reason to detox anything. Your body is a well functioning machine and it cleanses itself on a daily basis.

BigT555

i cant hurt, but it wont do much
personally i think doing this is a bad idea. even if its not for weight loss. trying to "jump start" your clean eating lifestyle with something that is disgusting isnt really going to help you get into the groove, if anything it'll make you more likely to not go through with it because you dont like it

just start eating more vegetables and lean meats, and go out and get some exercise. detox's are all just money grabs

QuietBloom

There is no 'jump starting' a weight loss program. All you would be doing is depriving your body of a lot of needed nutrients during the two weeks and you will lose a lot of water weight.

If you did not have a functioning liver and kidneys (our very own detoxing machines) you would be dead. There is no need to 'detox' as it won't actually remove any real or imagined toxins from your body.

Set yourself up with a reasonable deficit, hit your macros, and start moving. That is all the jump start you need.

gypsy_spirit

I'm not doing the detox for weight loss, but I'm hoping I can jump start a more clean eating lifestyle.

Or better yet, just start. Today.

The easiest way to be successful in getting healthy, is to build habits around your eating and exercise. The best way to build habits is to just start and keep going.

Just start. Today.

I_Will_End_You

Why bother with choking down vomit inducing shakes that won't do anything for you?

Mr_Bad_Example

Hey OP, did you know that you have a liver and kidneys? They do all of that detox work for you... and best of all, it's free of charge with no disgusting shakes or "Aloe pills" to choke down.

TX_Rhon

I'm not doing the detox for weight loss, but I'm hoping I can jump start a more clean eating lifestyle.

Or better yet, just start. Today.

The easiest way to be successful in getting healthy, is to build habits around your eating and exercise. The best way to build habits is to just start and keep going.

Just start. Today.

Agreed - start today.

As far as the detox stuff, not a fan.

chivalryder

DeguelloTex

How is forcing yourself to drink disgusting crap going to jump start a more clean eating life style, exactly?

Laurenloveswaffles

I'm not doing the detox for weight loss, but I'm hoping I can jump start a more clean eating lifestyle.

Or better yet, just start. Today.

The easiest way to be successful in getting healthy, is to build habits around your eating and exercise. The best way to build habits is to just start and keep going.

Just start. Today.

+95238359

Put that money towards some fresh fruit and veggies at the store, and use the teeth you have to chew it and savor every single bite.

csmullins78

LOL @ "did you know that you have a liver and kidneys?" Yes, I do. But, I do think probiotics and extra fiber would be a very good thing to aid in my digestive health. Even if I don't drink the shakes, I can't see a big downfall with that.

The drink is nasty, but it has very few calories so I don't feel like I'm wasting any calories. But, thanks, I do need to check the expiration date!

I have a huge problem with sugar and processed foods. I've lacked the will-power to cut these things out of my life. I was hoping this could be the "jump-start" to help me with that. Hey, I haven't had any sugar yet today! (It's only 10:30, but I'm going to celebrate these little victories!) When I've been truly motivated to lose weight, nothing got in my way. I've been lacking in motivation the last couple of months and I recognize this is something that has to come from within. But, I was hoping doing something like this could help me regain the motivation and discipline I've been lacking lately...

beastmode_kitty

Unless advised by a doctor, I wouldn't do any kind of detox. Especially with products sitting in your pantry for a year. If you like protein shakes, then mix in a product called Veggie Greens. Other than that I would just incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet. You can still have some processed and refined sugar. Everything in moderation! Its working for me

nomeejerome

LOL @ "did you know that you have a liver and kidneys?" Yes, I do. But, I do think probiotics and extra fiber would be a very good thing to aid in my digestive health. Even if I don't drink the shakes, I can't see a big downfall with that.

The drink is nasty, but it has very few calories so I don't feel like I'm wasting any calories. But, thanks, I do need to check the expiration date!

I have a huge problem with sugar and processed foods. I've lacked the will-power to cut these things out of my life. I was hoping this could be the "jump-start" to help me with that. Hey, I haven't had any sugar yet today! (It's only 10:30, but I'm going to celebrate these little victories!) When I've been truly motivated to lose weight, nothing got in my way. I've been lacking in motivation the last couple of months and I recognize this is something that has to come from within. But, I was hoping doing something like this could help me regain the motivation and discipline I've been lacking lately...

:sick: I have a feeling this is not going to help your motivation and discipline thing.

csmullins78

@ Precious Kitten: Thank you for the suggestion about Veggie Greens. I'll try that.

I love the idea of everything in moderation. When I'm disciplined and motivated, I can do this.

But... let me tell you a story about my brother. He went over a year without eating anything sweet, but one Christmas he had a chocolate covered pretzel and then he went on a crazy sugar binge. Once, in a fit of self-disgust, he threw a bunch of candy bars out his car window so he wouldn't eat them. In the middle of the night, he got such a bad craving, he went out looking for the candy by the side of the road. Now, when he's disgusted with himself for eating so many sweets, he unwraps them and THEN throws them out his car window. Just recently, his girlfriend threw a half of a box of donuts in the trash. Yes, he ate them out of the trash.

(Please don't ridicule me or him. I'm sharing this story to explain the problems we have with sugar).

We are reasonable, intelligent people, but when we get a taste of sugar, we become monsters. I don't really understand it, though I've read book after book on sugar and carbohydrates and how our bodies react to them. This is why I'm thinking of an "all or nothing" type of eating plan for right now. It's probably not the best thing, and I'm not looking for some quick fix, but I have GOT to get a handle on this sugar problem.

If anyone has tried a detox or cleanse, I'd love to hear about whether it was successful. I've read that some people see a change in their skin clarity, energy levels, and taste buds. I'm curious about other people's experiences.

t_shipp1

I'm with a good portion of other people here.

I say write the detox material off as a loss and move to something that you would find a bit more enjoyable.

There are plenty of detox options out there that could replace this one.

Laurenloveswaffles

@ Precious Kitten: Thank you for the suggestion about Veggie Greens. I'll try that.

I love the idea of everything in moderation. When I'm disciplined and motivated, I can do this.

But... let me tell you a story about my brother. He went over a year without eating anything sweet, but one Christmas he had a chocolate covered pretzel and then he went on a crazy sugar binge. Once, in a fit of self-disgust, he threw a bunch of candy bars out his car window so he wouldn't eat them. In the middle of the night, he got such a bad craving, he went out looking for the candy by the side of the road. Now, when he's disgusted with himself for eating so many sweets, he unwraps them and THEN throws them out his car window. Just recently, his girlfriend threw a half of a box of donuts in the trash. Yes, he ate them out of the trash.

(Please don't ridicule me or him. I'm sharing this story to explain the problems we have with sugar).

We are reasonable, intelligent people, but when we get a taste of sugar, we become monsters. I don't really understand it, though I've read book after book on sugar and carbohydrates and how our bodies react to them. This is why I'm thinking of an "all or nothing" type of eating plan for right now. It's probably not the best thing, and I'm not looking for some quick fix, but I have GOT to get a handle on this sugar problem.

If anyone has tried a detox or cleanse, I'd love to hear about whether it was successful. I've read that some people see a change in their skin clarity, energy levels, and taste buds. I'm curious about other people's experiences.

So why not fit a daily treat into your calorie allotment, instead of getting rid of them all together (which will lead to a binge)?

Hornsby

No point in doing a cleanse. It does absolutely nothing for you. Throw that stuff away and eat real food.

nomeejerome

If anyone has tried a detox or cleanse, I'd love to hear about whether it was successful. I've read that some people see a change in their skin clarity, energy levels, and taste buds. I'm curious about other people's experiences.

I have…but it wasn't a product that I purchased online or in a store. It is a pretty awesome system that works like a charm on a regular basis, my body. I poop and pee every single day. I feel great after, my skin looks awesome and my energy level is through the roof.

QuietBloom

@ Precious Kitten: Thank you for the suggestion about Veggie Greens. I'll try that.

I love the idea of everything in moderation. When I'm disciplined and motivated, I can do this.

But... let me tell you a story about my brother. He went over a year without eating anything sweet, but one Christmas he had a chocolate covered pretzel and then he went on a crazy sugar binge. Once, in a fit of self-disgust, he threw a bunch of candy bars out his car window so he wouldn't eat them. In the middle of the night, he got such a bad craving, he went out looking for the candy by the side of the road. Now, when he's disgusted with himself for eating so many sweets, he unwraps them and THEN throws them out his car window. Just recently, his girlfriend threw a half of a box of donuts in the trash. Yes, he ate them out of the trash.

(Please don't ridicule me or him. I'm sharing this story to explain the problems we have with sugar).

We are reasonable, intelligent people, but when we get a taste of sugar, we become monsters. I don't really understand it, though I've read book after book on sugar and carbohydrates and how our bodies react to them. This is why I'm thinking of an "all or nothing" type of eating plan for right now. It's probably not the best thing, and I'm not looking for some quick fix, but I have GOT to get a handle on this sugar problem.

If anyone has tried a detox or cleanse, I'd love to hear about whether it was successful. I've read that some people see a change in their skin clarity, energy levels, and taste buds. I'm curious about other people's experiences.

It's not a problem with sugar. The foods you mention are high in sugar AND fat, which makes them highly palatable. That doesn't mean they are actually addictive. Some people have issues with impulse control (I am one of them). If you have to buy a candy bar then throw it out the window so you don't eat it - I might suggest that you are are depriving yourself with this "all or nothing" mentality. You can have sweets if you want them. Depriving only leads to binging. It is in our genetic makeup to eat lots when food is available and calorie dense foods are preferred because our ancestors didn't know when the next meal was coming. So depriving yourself is just setting yourself up to fail. Once you have "failed" you go whole hog because you figure all your hard work was for naught.

Reasonable calorie deficits, and include all the foods you love. Just fit them in.

QuietBloom

I'm with a good portion of other people here.

I say write the detox material off as a loss and move to something that you would find a bit more enjoyable.

There are plenty of detox options out there that could replace this one.

Like drinking water/milk/juice/coffee/tea and eating food?

csmullins78

So why not fit a daily treat into your calorie allotment, instead of getting rid of them all together (which will lead to a binge)?

This is the problem. I wish I could be a person who can eat a small piece of dark chocolate every day and leave it at that. Instead, a little bit of sugar becomes an avalanche for me. The cravings and desire for sweet things (and not the artificially sweet kinds) is overwhelming.

gypsy_spirit

Dear OP,

If you want to be successful in losing weight, make it a sustainable life change & not have to keep crawling back to MFP, the first step is simple.

While you are working on making an eating plan you can do for a long time (in other words with normal foods for life) and building a training plan that you like to do so you will do it consistently - practice/learn self control and moderation.

Without self control and moderation, you will never be successful. The treats and what you refer to as problem foods will always be out there waiting for you to be weak.

These are not easy things. They take work and practice. Don't sell yourself short - just work on them every day.

csmullins78

Dear OP,

If you want to be successful in losing weight, make it a sustainable life change & not have to keep crawling back to MFP, the first step is simple.

While you are working on making an eating plan you can do for a long time (in other words with normal foods for life) and building a training plan that you like to do so you will do it consistently - practice/learn self control and moderation.

Without self control and moderation, you will never be successful. The treats and what you refer to as problem foods will always be out there waiting for you to be weak.

These are not easy things. They take work and practice. Don't sell yourself short - just work on them every day.

Thank you. There is a real truth to "wanting to change" and "being ready to change."

QuietBloom

So why not fit a daily treat into your calorie allotment, instead of getting rid of them all together (which will lead to a binge)?

This is the problem. I wish I could be a person who can eat a small piece of dark chocolate every day and leave it at that. Instead, a little bit of sugar becomes an avalanche for me. The cravings and desire for sweet things (and not the artificially sweet kinds) is overwhelming.

But why only a small piece? You can have a whole candy bar and still hit your macros. Having a mouthful is not going to satisfy anyone! I am a huge fan of chocolate myself and I find that a serving of Nutella really hits the spot. What is not to love about hazelnuts, cocoa and sugar? :drinker: