JB's Deep Thoughts...

Ok, maybe they are not so deep but they are mine.

Friday, February 1, 2008

What's that? Did you say something?

All morning I have been trying to think of what to say regarding the past three days with IZO Cleanse... Was it worth it? Well.... I just don't think that this question can be answered with a yes or a no. Let's start with something easier... Would I do this cleanse again? Probably not. At a later date I may consider doing the light cleanse where you can eat a little with your drinks each day, but right now... the thought of drinking any of those HORRIBLE tasting powders just makes me want to vomit! I am very sensitive to taste and smell... Both Skip and I were suprised that I made it through the three days. I want to be healthy, I am willing to sacrifice, but this was honestly very hard! All the meditating in the world was not getting me in the right frame of mind to accept the taste. I do believe that I made the right choice with IZO Cleanse and if I lived in LA, I would certainly do the SuperFood Cleanse where they deliver the fresh juices and teas to your door, but the powders.... not for me. I did quite a bit of research when picking a cleanse... There are a million out there (Marthas Vineyard, Mastercleanse, the million on the counter at Whole foods including colon blow). If you are considering a cleanse, do your research and pick the one that is right for you. With that being said... (perfect segway) I would tell you that NOBODY knows your body like you do. Listen to what your body is telling you. I knew yesterday that it was time for me to incorporate food back into my diet. By 3PM I had drank the juice every hour as instructed and I was starving! My stomach was growling and my waste was minimal. I knew that I needed something, even if it was just some fresh vegetables. So.... My advice - watch what you put in your body in the first place. The less something has to be processed - the better it is for you. Stick to organic, natural foods. Everything in moderation (sugar, alcohol... you know where I am going) If you do this, do you really need to cleanse that often? I think your body will tell you. All in all... I guess I can't complain. As I mentioned before, I lost 4 pounds, I feel good, my skin looks great (blemishes are gone) and I am free of yeast! Oh yeah.... I have enough powder and pills left for another two days at least, maybe three... I am sending them to Jen - she can try it out and let us know if she thinks it was worth it...