FAQs

Juices are usually picked up daily if possible. We understand if may be difficult for you and offer an option to pick up two day’s worth of juices at a time. Advance notice must be provided in order for us to accommodate. Pick ups are made either the evening before (M-F between 5-7pm/ Sat. 4-5pm/ Sun. 2pm!) or each morning (M-F after 7:30am/ Sat. 8am/ Sun. 9am)

If you are starting out, hesitant, or completely unsure how you feel about greens Level 1 may be your best bet. If you are middle of the road Level 2 or a combo of all 3 will work for you. If you are an experienced juicer and like your greens then Level 3 is the way to go. Over time your palate will change and eventually you will be craving more greens.

Take it one day at a time. Cleansing can be more of a mental then physical challenge! If you are mentally prepared you shouldn’t be a problem but if you feel like you truly need to eat something please do not torture yourself! With that being said this is not a pass for bad food but an allowance for some fresh fruit, light veggies or a salad! Clean fresh food is still cleansing! Don’t beat yourself up. Cleansing should be empowering not draining! Believe in yourself… I do!

We get this question… a Lot! When you cleanse you will occasionally feel hungry (some of you may use the word starving) which is an indicator you need to drink more juice or a tall glass of water. Again as stated in the previous question if you feel you need an extra boost try to keep it simple and clean (fruit and light veggies like cucumbers, peppers, celery. Cruciferous veggies maybe too difficult to digest and cause gas and bloating).

We believe a 3-5 day cleanse is a great place to start but if 1 day is all you can think of getting through first then we say go with your gut! There is always an option to add on a day or two or even 3 or 4 to your cleanse if you so choose. Most people start feeling really good on day 3 and are more open to extend.

We strongly encourage you to reduce all caffeine intake leading up to the cleanse with hopes of being completely off of it by day one of the cleanse. Most people follow this advice but it is only a suggestion. If you still strongly feel you can’t or don’t want to completely give it up during the cleanse we encourage replacing your coffee with a cup of green tea.

Water (with fresh lemon is ideal) and herbal tea (try to avoid caffeinated tea if possible).

The biggest detox symptom is a headache! This is especially true for coffee drinkers which is why we strongly recommended reducing caffeine intake a few days before the cleanse. Some other detox symptoms can include feeling foggy, achey, sluggish and tired. If you are tired and have the chance to sleep then please go to bed early or sneak in a mid day 20 min power nap. Some people are lucky enough to skip detox symptoms all together but those who do go through them usually start to feel better after the second day. By the third day a wave of energy usually kicks in…so hold on!

We strongly encourage you to reduce all caffeine intake leading up to the cleanse with hopes of being completely off of it by day one of the cleanse. Most people follow this advice but it is only a suggestion. If you still strongly feel you can’t or don’t want to completely give it up during the cleanse we encourage replacing your coffee with a cup of green tea.

Yes. We think it’s actually best to cleanse while you are occupied so you don’t have time think about all the food you want but if your “busy schedule” consists of running around and lots of activities you may want to wait until you have a bit more free time in case you need to rest which is very important especially while cleansing.

Yes, movement is great especially during a cleanse. With that being said I do not recommend intense workouts or marathons during this time. Easy movements and workout but it is not the time to do extreme workouts or push yourself to your limit. If you don’t normally exercise a walk is a great start.

We do not like to focus on weight. Juicing will help kickstart a healthier lifestyle which is the goal. Weight loss is common but should be looked at as an added bonus. Remember the initial weight loss will be water weight so if your long term goal is to keep the weight off be mindful of your exit strategy and long term goals.

Most people do not have any trouble going to the bathroom if they are doing a shorter cleanse 1-3 days. Things start to slow down for some people after day 3 so we suggest drinking plenty of water and maybe including a nice herbal smooth move tea in the evening to stimulate activity for the morning. Moving around and some light exercise and stretching is also helpful in getting the pipes going!

There are many ways to cleanse. Most people interested in a juice cleanse try to avoid consuming any solid food during the cleanse and solely rely on their water and juice intake for the day. If the juice cleanse is well balanced (as ours are) you should feel quite satiated. The first 1-2 days are usually a bit more challenging but ease up quite a bit after. We like to suggest packing Mother Nature’s fast food… raw fruit like grapes, apples, oranges, or bananas as a back up or pick me up! Other people like to have a combination of 3-4 juices in addition to some raw fruit and veggies. In colder months some people like to include light soups and salads. We strongly suggest avoiding dairy, meat, or any processed foods during any type of cleansing period to allow your body to rest.

Pre Cleanse: Start by drinking a tall glass of water with fresh lemon juice (this should become a daily practice). We suggest reducing and eliminating caffeine, dairy, meat, and processed food from your diet at least 2-3 days before you begin your fast. Try to increase your consumption of raw organic fruit and veggies.
Post Cleanse: Breaking a fast is just as important if not more important then transitioning into it. The rule of thumb is to wait about half the number of days you fasted to transition back into solid foods. We strongly suggest breaking your fast with a green smoothie or a small bowl of raw fresh fruit. Mono-meals (consuming only one type of fruit for a meal such as watermelon or apples) is another great option. Please take this opportunity to reflect and continue your new path to a healthier and happier lifestyle. Remember not to over indulge! This will only ruin all the hard work and discipline you put into your cleanse. You deserve to feel amazing in your body!

This is a personal choice. Some people like to cleanse once a year, once a month or seasonally. We believe once you complete a cleanse you will know when your body is ready for another. Remember to tap in and always listen to your body! READY FOR A CLEANSE?