Cleanse it up!

The funny thing about Montana spring is you never really know what tomorrow will bring.  A day ago I was running high with spring fever, and today, well, I shoveled a good nine inches of heavy wet snow off of the driveway.

On the bright side, that bike ride to work is now an adventure ride through slushy cold hail snow! Now that's fun–best be digging out my winter gear again.  Many layers have never let me down.

Just as the snow fell, I finished my last days of the 28 day cleanse that turned into a 35 day cleanse with a reboot juice day added onto the end of it.  My take? Well, for one, it was fun to go ALL IN on something new in my life.  I moaned and groaned at the beginning as I still salivated at the smell of bagels.  But give me a drum roll pleassseee, because I feel great!  My cravings are of fruits, veggies, and almond butter (which I love dearly).  My energy is steady, I don't crash after eating, and I feel like I could run forever.  And you know, in the end I've tried so many deliciously new recipes that I just want to continue this eating adventure!

I recommend everyone to try out this cleanse.  The objective is simple, some recipes I've found to be outside of there dedicated week, but all are really delicious!  Incorporating juices are not only tasty but give ya some variety of nutrients to feed your body.

If your living with other people, see if they want to join in on the cleanse.  If your living alone, reach out to people at work that might be up for a challenge, even if they just try it for a week you will not be alone.  Nothing is wrong with asking, they may think your a hippie health nut, but whatever, this is a gooood challenge and your body will thank you!

 Live with the mantra,"If it has been done before by anyone it can be done!"
 

Simple Roasted Sweet Potato Fries

1 Sweet potato sliced in party-style strips
1 Handful of chopped parsley
Some olive oil

Heat the oven to 350F, toss all ingredients together in a bowl till well covered.  Pour onto baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes.  When done they should be tender in the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. Yum!

*Carrots work well too.
*Or if your into a roasted mix try some sliced red bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus, and garlic cloves tossed in a olive oil and balsamic dressing.


Sometimes life gives you changes (nine inches of snow!) and sometimes you have control of what changes you can make in your life. But I say make the changes that will let you enjoy life to it's fullest extent, and to me that means good health.

So whats the big deal about plant based diets?  It's all about feeding your body the micro and macro nutrients that allow your body to function.  And getting a variety of these nutrients can be done by eating plants.  Research is definitely showing that the consumption of less processed foods and animal products, and more plant-based whole foods can reduce the risk of many common aliments, heart diseases, and even cancer. 

So, live it up!!!  Enjoy your veggies! Try out some great juice concoctions with beets, carrots, ginger, oranges, and apples.  Fresh is the best!

luv your life,
mellie




Want more info?

Check it out:
Forks Over Knives
The China Study
Fat Sick and Nearly Dead
American Institute for Cancer Research
(I'll try to get more sources soon!)