40 Day Juicing Fast:)

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  • funkyspunky872
    funkyspunky872 Posts: 866 Member
    Are you going to juice your Thanksgiving turkey too? And all the Christmas cookies?

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  • kenazfehu
    kenazfehu Posts: 1,188 Member
    I saw that, too. But it didn't inspire me.

    Hope all goes well.
  • 03428
    03428 Posts: 48 Member
    I saw that too! So inspiring, good luck!
    Don't bash it until you've researched it a little people...
  • babyblooz
    babyblooz Posts: 220 Member
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  • funkyspunky872
    funkyspunky872 Posts: 866 Member
    For the naysayers: Please watch the movie "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead", or visit the website. This is the documentary of Joe, who underwent a 60 day juice cleanse to rid his body of not only fat, but bad habits, and a debilitating auto-immune system.

    Seen it. Still think it's stupid.
  • Colleen118
    Colleen118 Posts: 491 Member
    I haven't seen the documentary but our stats are quite similar. I'm 5'4" too and started at 217 in May. You got this! :glasses: :flowerforyou:
  • choochoobell
    choochoobell Posts: 147 Member
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  • BlueInkDot
    BlueInkDot Posts: 702 Member
    Good luck!

    It sounds like a diet that will be very difficult and will really test your determination and motivation. You'll have all sorts of cravings and it will be rough. It's good you're working with your doctor to make sure you're staying healthy. I personally wouldn't have the patience and determination for such a task, but if you think it will work for you (and your doctor too, of course,) then KUDOS!!

    Of course if it doesn't work out the way you want it to, don't feel discouraged! There are about a gajillion people on here ready to support and encourage you on your journey to becoming a healthier version of you. Again - GOOD LUCK!! :D
  • lrcross
    lrcross Posts: 42
    I saw the same documentary; it was most inspiring.

    I did one full week just to cleanse, and then a partial week. I did not plan to do the 40 days. I still drink raw juices and I juice monthly, but not to replace meals. I think juicing is a good thing, you just have to find what works for you.

    Best success to you! :smile:
  • okcareys4ku
    okcareys4ku Posts: 7
    How do you get protien from fruits and veggies??-- most protien comes from animals -- meat, dairy and eggs. Apples and lettuce does not contain protien. Your body does it own cleanse that is the job of your kidneys and liver.
  • professorRAT
    professorRAT Posts: 690 Member
    I saw that too! So inspiring, good luck!
    Don't bash it until you've researched it a little people...

    OK

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/18595886/ns/health-diet_and_nutrition/t/experts-warn-detox-diet-dangers/#.T0oCYPF5mSN/

    http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/guide/detox-diets-purging-myths

    Even Dr. Weil is not a fan (that ought to work :drinker: ) http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA401074/Juice-Fast-for-Weight-Loss.html
  • n2thenight24
    n2thenight24 Posts: 1,651 Member
    Problem is, any weight you lose will come right back on the second you put real food in your mouth. Just Sayin...
  • loserbaby84
    loserbaby84 Posts: 241 Member
    I could never stick to this. It would hardly be a week change little lone a life style one, lol!

    My hunny tried this and it scared the crap outta me! Not that I'm against juicing, I just don't think it's something you take on lightly. Especially for 40 days!

    I hope you've done tons of research and reach out to your Dr with questions and concerns in your journey.

    Good luck! Cheers :)
  • manderitup
    manderitup Posts: 1
    Make sure you drink a crud-ton of water and hang in there! i know how hard it is. Be sure to not eat a bunch of junk straight after though, it easily comes back
  • wazzanz
    wazzanz Posts: 78
    It's not how much weight you can lose in 40 days that matters but how much you can lose in 4 months or maintain in 4 years that really counts.

    I'm sure this post is a wind-up as it goes against everything MFP is based on and you will not see this approach from the long term success stories. Can you please give us an update in 4 months on how much weight you lost and maintained.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    I saw the movie, and admittedly I was kind of impressed with the guy's results- but they leave out some details that I think are really important:

    1) What's wrong with micronutrient loading your diet with whole foods? I get that the idea is you couldn't possibly consume the same amount eating whole foods as eating fruits and veggies, but is there really anything wrong with a more moderate approach? As in, just because he's getting say, 30 servings of juiced veggies/fruits, is there any proof that that is actually better than getting 15 servings in whole form? (the numbers just being used as an example, I don't remember the actual totals he was eating)

    2) What about protein? The whole thing seems like a recipe to lose a high percentage (comparatively) of lean body mass. Wouldn't it be worthwhile to try to preserve LBM during the process?

    3) They never discuss the impacts that no solid food can have on digestive system function. Not only is there no solid food, but you're also eliminating the fiber from the fruits and veggies by juicing. The human body moves waste through your system by pushing solids through colon/bowels through a series of contractions that push the solids along. Without solids, it's a VERY REAL concern that you're damaging the digestive system by letting those muscles go unused- aka atrophy.

    4) What about fat? Fats play really important roles in the body's functionality, and there are certain fatty acids that are essential nutrients- meaning they can't be produced by your body and NEED to be consumed in some small quantities. Basically, the juicing program is very low fat and low protein. At least people on all-plant and/or raw diets consume nuts and seeds to make up for some of these nutritional holes- juicing had no protection.

    4a) Second problem with getting virtually no fat is that certain vitamins - specifically A, D, E, and K - must be consumed with fat to be bioavailable and absorbable. You can be getting a million times the required micronutrients on this diet, but if you don't consume any fat, you will end up deficient in these vitamins. It would be a damm shame to go through this process for the purpose of super-loading micronutrients and end up with vitamin deficiencies!

    Those are the few issues I can think of off hand. There are probably more I haven't addressed. I'm not trying to attack juicing, I just think from a nutrition standpoint, you need to seriously consider the issues I've brough up. :flowerforyou:
  • obsidianwings
    obsidianwings Posts: 1,237 Member
    I don't understand why you wouldn't just eat the foods that you want to juice?
  • danasings
    danasings Posts: 8,218 Member
    I've actually done this, and after the first few weeks of anger and agony and being pissed that i couldnt eat some mufking pizza, i just decided to lift weights instead. Worst 3 weeks of my life - and on a lighter note I feel better and look better now from doing 6 weeks of lifitng and eating right,

    Brilliant response :happy: I, too, would miss mufking pizza!!
  • Colleen118
    Colleen118 Posts: 491 Member
    wine is juice right?

    It is in my book :happy: It's made from fruit :drinker:
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
    So, it's generally a bad idea to consume less than 1200 calories per day...


    ....unless those calories are all from juicing, and then it's totally fine to do for more than a month?


    Or am I misunderstanding the overall plan?
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    So, it's generally a bad idea to consume less than 1200 calories per day...


    ....unless those calories are all from juicing, and then it's totally fine to do for more than a month?


    Or am I misunderstanding the overall plan?

    Well that's cause there's fruit and carbs in the juice......and we all know that carbs count extra cause they are what really make you fat. So 100 cals of carbs is like 150 cals of proteins.
  • DontStopB_Leakin
    DontStopB_Leakin Posts: 3,863 Member
    So, it's generally a bad idea to consume less than 1200 calories per day...


    ....unless those calories are all from juicing, and then it's totally fine to do for more than a month?


    Or am I misunderstanding the overall plan?

    Well that's cause there's fruit and carbs in the juice......and we all know that carbs count extra cause they are what really make you fat. So 100 cals of carbs is like 150 cals of proteins.
    Wrong. 100 cals of FAT is like 150 cals of proteins.


    100 cals of carbs....well that's just ridiculous. That's like 500 cals of protein.
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    From a combination of fruits and veggies:)

    See table below:

    Protein Comparison:

    •Bananas: 4 percent
    •Cucumbers: 11 percent
    •Oranges: 7 percent
    •Green Leaf Lettuce: 22 percent
    •Watermelon: 7 percent
    •Eggs: 37 percent
    •Whole Milk: 23 percent
    •Beef: 50 percent.

    Might want to check those numbers. Nutritonal Data has cucumber at 1% for a half cup (less than 1 gram).
    And there is .5 gm (1%) protein in 1 cup green leaf lettuce.
  • Erienneb
    Erienneb Posts: 592 Member
    I don't understand why you wouldn't just eat the foods that you want to juice?

    I second this. I guess I'm totally missing the point...why wouldn't you just eat healthier? Why go through the hassle?
  • _Wits_
    _Wits_ Posts: 1,286 Member
    Good luck with this....In 40 days, you could learn how to eat all the foods in a healthy manner and create better habits for long term success.....Once you stop the fast..then what?
  • _Wits_
    _Wits_ Posts: 1,286 Member
    I don't understand why you wouldn't just eat the foods that you want to juice?

    I second this. I guess I'm totally missing the point...why wouldn't you just eat healthier? Why go through the hassle?

    True...not to mention eating the actual food you get more nutrients, fiber etc...
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    Good luck with this....In 40 days, you could learn how to eat all the foods in a healthy manner and create better habits for long term success.....Once you stop the fast..then what?

    Then you get fat again but by that point there will be a new fad diet to try out.
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
    From a combination of fruits and veggies:)

    See table below:

    Protein Comparison:

    •Bananas: 4 percent
    •Cucumbers: 11 percent
    •Oranges: 7 percent
    •Green Leaf Lettuce: 22 percent
    •Watermelon: 7 percent
    •Eggs: 37 percent
    •Whole Milk: 23 percent
    •Beef: 50 percent.

    4 oz of beef has 32 grams of protein. For a comparable amount of protein, you'd need to consume the following amounts of each:

    •Bananas: 25 medium
    •Cucumbers: 17 (8-1/4")
    •Oranges: 25 (2-7/8" dia)
    •Green Leaf Lettuce: 6.5 heads
    •Watermelon: a little more than 1 whole melon (15" long x 7-1/2" dia)
    •Eggs: 5 large
    •Whole Milk: 4 cups
    •Beef: 4 oz.

    I think I'll stick to my 4 oz of beef.
  • Erienneb
    Erienneb Posts: 592 Member
    Then you get fat again but by that point there will be a new fad diet to try out.

    I also feel like if you're looking for an quick, easy "fix" to your weight loss, then you're not really ready for it.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    From a combination of fruits and veggies:)

    See table below:

    Protein Comparison:

    •Bananas: 4 percent
    •Cucumbers: 11 percent
    •Oranges: 7 percent
    •Green Leaf Lettuce: 22 percent
    •Watermelon: 7 percent
    •Eggs: 37 percent
    •Whole Milk: 23 percent
    •Beef: 50 percent.

    Might want to check those numbers. Nutritonal Data has cucumber at 1% for a half cup (less than 1 gram).
    And there is .5 gm (1%) protein in 1 cup green leaf lettuce.

    Not trying to stand up for this concept, as I think it's absurd to try and get adequate protein from spinach and cucumbers, but I think the %ages the poster was talking about was % of calories are from protein, where you are either talking about weight or volume%. Since it's such a high volume of water, the numbers will be quite different. Really, it should be clarified when talking %ages percent OF WHAT you're actually talking about.

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