Preparing for a cleanse

Get the big weekend out of the way first. Then give yourself three to five days to ease into your cleanse. You will thank yourself later: preparing well is the single biggest thing that makes a cleanse feel easier.

What to cut back on

Some foods make the days of a cleanse harder, so taper off slowly instead of stopping everything at once:

• Alcohol, caffeine and nicotine
• Added sugar and artificial sweeteners
• Dairy and wheat
• Fried food, trans fats and processed food
• Meat and other animal products

What to eat instead

Plenty. Add more raw fruits and vegetables, broth-based soups and smoothies. Our salads and soups and smoothies are a good bridge. Drink lots of water.

Medication

Do not stop taking prescription medication for a cleanse. If you take prescription medication, talk with your doctor before you start.

Now let's begin. You can do this. Next: during a cleanse.

A juice cleanse is not medical treatment. If you are pregnant or nursing, take prescription medication, or are managing a health condition, talk with your doctor before you start. Our juices are raw and unpasteurized. See our disclaimer.