Set Goals
Ready to feel refreshed? Get our seven tips for having a successful cleanse. Before the challenge, write down five things that this detox means to you and what you hope to achieve. Referencing this will help keep goals in sight if your enthusiasm occasionally flags.
Prepare the People in Your Life
Your family, friends, roommate, coworker — whomever you normally eat meals with — should know how important this is to you so they can support you during your cleanse.
Invite a Friend to Join You
Even the most motivated person can derail without positive reinforcement. Doing the cleanse with a partner means you can encourage each other
Drink Plenty of Water
It helps you feel satisfied, flushes your system, and keeps you hydrated. Aim for at least eight 8-ounce glasses each day.
Space Out Your Meals
Eating every three to five hours (including snacks) — rather than nonstop nibbling — will keep your metabolism even and also let you reidentify hunger
Keep a Food Journal
Track what, when, and where you eat and how you feel before, during, and after. This heightens your awareness and transforms your relationship with food. Start the week before the cleanse so you begin to understand your food choices.
Stick to Each Week’s Menu
