With healthy living in mind, the Ultimate Bali team
decided that a detox was in order. Juice detoxing seems to be all the
rage these days, so we figured it was time to see what all the hype is
about. After much searching, we came across Bali Vitality. Run by
naturopathic doctor and clinical nutritionist Anna-Maree Downing, Bali
Vitality offers a 7-day Detox-to-go program that includes fresh
vegetable juices delivered to your door daily, as well as extras like
detox powders, Rosella tea, vegetable broth and fresh coconuts. So how
did we fare? Read on to find out…
Prior to the Detox
Before the detox starts, we get information packs
explaining the whole process. The deal is no solid food for seven whole
days, only the liquids and powders supplied. Anna-Maree suggests
reducing red meat, dairy, wheat, caffeine, alcohol and sugar 5-7 days
before the detox starts and increasing our water intake. Meat, alcohol,
sugar—no problem, but caffeine? Wheat? Cheese? Easier said than done.
Day 1
Excitement levels are high as the lovely liaisons
drop off three bottles of freshly made juice, a coconut and a thermos of
broth. The juices are a vibrant red hue and full of good stuff like
beets, ginger and herbs. The day starts with a glass of juice, some
Rosella tea (great for reducing cholesterol and blood pressure) and a
glass of the Super Greens and Reds powder for chlorophyll,
vitamins and minerals to alkalise the body. The hunger kicks in the late
afternoon, but is quelled with glasses of juice and water. By early
evening, the broth is a nice warm treat, followed by tea and a glass of
the Pysllium/Linseed powder to help clear the bowels. Day 1 accomplished!
Days 2 - 3
Day 2 brings green juices that are fresh-tasting and
full of cucumber water and herbs. The hunger pangs are really strong
today, and the headaches start to kick in. On Day 3 we get yellow juices
high in turmeric that are meant to assist in heavy metal cleansing.
These two days are probably the hardest, as energy levels are low and
it’s hard to focus on anything unrelated to food. Also, we can see the
toxins coming out of the skin in the form of small blemishes.
Day 4 - 6
On Day 4 we start to see positive results. Finally
the hunger pangs have subsided, the headaches are gone and the skin is
starting to clear up. We can also see a visible reduction in our
waistlines, and the senses are enhanced so that everything seems
brighter, clearer and more aromatic. By Day 6, we feel lighter, brighter
and re-energized—more so than before we started the detox. It seems our
hard work has paid off.
After the Detox
Anna-Maree recommends that we reintroduce solid foods
slowly, so for the first 5 days after the detox, we try to eat only
fresh fruit and raw and steamed veggies. As the days go on, we slowly
add meat, dairy and even a glass or two of alcohol. Overall, we feel
much healthier and motivated to keep up with the clean eating.
We highly recommend Bali Vitality’s Detox-to-go for
anyone looking to lose a few pounds, rid the body of toxins and brighten
up the skin. They also offer full retreats that include rejuvenating
extras like massages, detoxifying body scrubs, colonic therapy and yoga
sessions.
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