40 Day Juicing Fast:)

Jacwhite22

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

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

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

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_

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_

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

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

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

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

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.

MrsValentine

Go for it. I did it a few months ago, for 7 days and no I didn't gain the weight back. I Plan on juicing tomorrow. You can add me, Good Luck.

pullipgirl

why not try 40 days of eating healthy foods and exercise?

ocampocordova

I have done a 30 day before and plan on doing it again at some point. Good for you and good luck!

3dogsrunning

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.

Ahhhh, got ya. My bad. Sometimes I'm not too quick.

sblake204

No Don't DO IT!!!!
Like most of us have stated, where are you gonna get your protein?
Juicing for 40 days w/out other nutrients and vitamins is not healthy at all. You're not Jesus, so i wouldn't recommend doing it.
if you're thinking about fasting and you just think that not consuming food is your best option try the Almased diet. Its for 14 days MAX. it contains some of the nutrients and protein your body needs. You can also use it as a meal replacement once you do start back eating.
i wouldn't recommend fasting for more than 5 days period. Whether you're doing raw veggies and water, lemonade diet, or the Hollywood diet. Most of the weight "lost" is water weight. You may be smaller, but you're going to have a lot looseness in your skin as well.
as recommended by others, try a healthy diet of 1200 calories and 45-60 mins of cardio in addition to weight training for the next 40 days.
you may not see the scale change much, but you should see your physique transition.

I vote no to liquid fastings. I've been there before only to gain back more.

good luck

lynnacuff

good luck to you, i tried but could not finish it.couldnt get past the kale or spinach like them cooked but not as juice.fruit juices were good but i couldn.t live on that. that being said:best of luck to you.

clhardy5

Good luck to you. I also saw the movie, and the results of both the narrator and the truck driver were impressive. I have done a juice fast for 4 days - and I was curious about the calorie count...and for the most part, all 4 days I was able to reach the 1200 calorie mark. I also believe adding exercise to any diet is essential - and if I remember correctly, the truck driver started with walking and progressed up to running - and they were both seen hitting the gym. If your doctor has given you the go ahead, and you monitor your own health, then go for it.

I don't visit this forum much...but the attacks on you were surprising. I 'get' concerned posts...but those that just outright attacked....shame on you.

I've looked into 30 days fasts...and most of those that have been published do include a plan to develop better eating habits - with a plan - for how to do it after the fast.

wibutterflymagic

It's not a movie per say, it's a documentary. It's a guy from Australia that had horrible health/medical issues and his journey back to health through juicing. Anyone that is interested in learning how the power of vegetables can improve your health should watch it. Granted his story and length of initial juicing was extreme but it gives you a good idea about how just incorporating a small amount of vegetables really improves your health.

Vixiedust

I will stick to the fellow peers I have received support from, and they will be able to see my progress. After the 40 day juicing fast as I said, "It will help jumpstart a healthier lifestyle". Whether you believe I can sustain these changes or not doesn’t matter to me. I simply am trying to share an experience I am going to embark on with others of similar interest. So please save your negative comments, I don't care to receive them, when I know they derive from self loathing. So instead of spending your time and energy on being such a pessimistic person, exercise and put it to good use! Let me remind you all that weight loss begins with a POSITIVE attitude, determination and dedication.

Best of luck to you all,


-DreamUpstream

clhardy5

Good for you!! Focus on those who support and are positive....

By the way, have you visited the reboot site? They also have a forum where you can get some support/advise on your journey. There is also a lot of info on recipes and testimonials.