Twenty juices. Three days. Six juice a day + two “shred” juices that support workouts. I survived (& liked) the Ritual Cleanse!

I’m not a cleanse girl. I’ve attempted various cleanses in the past and usually end up quitting. I like food too much. However, a few weeks back, prior to receiving the Ritual Cleanse, I decided to adjust my diet (no caffeine, no diet soda, no splenda/sugar – lots of vegetables & green juices). My intention was to help clear up my skin, get me to drink more water, reduce my sugar cravings & crashes (damn baking) and help with my stomach pains. It took about 7 days before the headaches went away. That would be the 4 cups of coffee I was drinking. a day.

Needless to say my “diet” was the perfect transition into the Ritual Cleanse.

Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised with just how much I enjoyed it and, I wasn’t even grumpy! That’s a very common side affect when I don’t eat…

I had a hard time with all the cayenne in this so I decided to blend it, with a lot of ice. MUCH better!

The first day I drank all six juices before 5 pm. I was starving and they were tasting amazing, I couldn’t help it. What did I do? I hid in the bedroom to avoid the kitchen.

It got better after that.

Day three, I went for a run, thanks to the two additional “shred” drinks. Felt great!

Craving. this. right. now.

My husband wasn’t on the cleanse bandwagon, until now. 1) He didn’t have a grumpy wife. 2) He still had his workout partner and 3) liked that there’s such a cleanse with nutrients (vs. the “Master/Lemonade Cleanse”) – bonus!

Overall, where I am today -

• Still no caffeine and I’m alive. It’s a miracle.
• Craving vegetables, not sugar, for once.
• Skin is finally clearing up.
• Getting my energy back – also started on new supplements (1 week ago).
• Stomach is feeling calm – that’s a really good thing.

Tips to surviving a cleanse:

• Drink lots of water and {warm} herbal tea.
• Go for walks, you’ll feel better. trust me.
• Take a nap or two & go to bed early – I got the best sleep in those three days!
• If you’re struggling, blend with ice.it’s like a slushy.
• Remember why your doing it – stay strong!

Are you a “cleanser”? I used quotes because I don’t know if that’s a real word, besides what you wash your face with. I’d love to hear what some of your favorites cleanses are. If you’re new to cleansing, I recommend doing your research before, talk to people (I can vouch for Ritual Cleanse!) and make sure it’s the right support for you. Also, if you can do it with someone else, that always helps. Good luck!

{Photography by With Style and Grace}

*Disclaimer: Ritual Cleanse provided the juices. This is all my opinion based off my experience, I was not paid to write this.