Can you do a juice diet with a blender?

If you want to use a juicer or a blender that's your choice, either way, the recipes will work. I personally feel a blender is the healthier way to cleanse but each to their own :) Healthline has a really good article explaining the differences between Juicing vs Blending which is well worth a read.

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Do you want to try a detox cleanse but can't justify the cost?

Are you looking for a way to kick-start weight loss or a new health regimen?

Do you want clearer skin, shinier hair, and an improved digestive system? Or maybe you just want to have a restful night's sleep and wake up with a renewed sense of energy.

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If you answered yes to any of those questions then my DIY detox cleanse is for you. I've written these recipes specifically for detox and I've worked out a way for you to do your own DIY detox cleanse without having to buy anything pre-made, that's a saving of well over £100.00! To get a 3-day detox cleanse delivered can cost in the region of £165 which is just way too expensive for most. I've managed to put a plan together for around £38.00 which is a fraction of that price.

Why do a DIY Detox Cleanse?

I cleanse because I enjoy detoxing my system and starting anew with a fresh body and mind. I want to be able to do a detox cleanse whenever I feel like it and not have to pay a premium price by having a detox pre-made and delivered. I use a Nutribullet blender which I treated myself to in anticipation of juicing every single day.

We all do that don't we?

But the point is, this is something you can set aside 3 days for and do pretty cheaply with amazing results. It's also a great way of losing a few pounds before a special occasion and you'll feel so much better after you've done a detox cleanse.

Trust me.

The only investment here would be to buy a really decent blender. I just love the Nutribullet, it's one of the best kitchen appliances I've ever bought, they've come down massively in price now too and worth every single penny in my opinion. For this DIY Detox Cleanse, you'll need: a blender, fruit and vegetables from the recipe card below, freezer bags for any leftovers, large cup/storage containers with lids.

What is a Detox?

A process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances; detoxification. - Dictionary definition A detox can help you to reset. If you read my diary towards the end of this post you will be able to see that I enjoyed the detox process so much because it really helped me distinguish between the feeling of wanting food and needing food. I felt really good afterwards and once I'd passed the initial feeling of having a headache and craving coffee I experienced the best night's sleep and felt seriously energetic and healthy. If you've never done this before I guarantee you will feel amazing at the end of your cleanse and you'll continue to make 3 day and even 5 day detoxes part of your life!

What's Better Blending or Juicing?

When I do a detox cleanse I use a Nutribullet to make smoothies. It doesn't extract juice and instead blends up the fruit and vegetables retaining the pulp and thus the all-important fibre. If you want to use a juicer or a blender that's your choice, either way, the recipes will work. I personally feel a blender is the healthier way to cleanse but each to their own :) Healthline has a really good article explaining the differences between Juicing vs Blending which is well worth a read.

Detox For Weight Loss

I know lots of people searching for a juice cleanse or detox will be considering doing it for weight loss. If weight loss is your primary goal then a cleanse is not the answer. Sure, if you resolved to drink only liquid fruit and vegetables for 30 days at a time you will definitely lose weight. You'll probably notice you lose a few pounds doing a 3 or a 5 day cleanse but for healthy weight loss you should be aiming to lose 2 pounds a week over a sustained period of time.

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How to do a DIY Detox Cleanse

Since writing this detox cleanse I've had a few comments questioning the quantities: Please Note EACH recipe is for 3 juices. You will have to store what is leftover and it's perfectly fine to do so in the fridge as the duration of this cleanse is only 3 days. I've done this cleanse many times now and have triple checked the quantities needed, so you really shouldn't have a surplus if you follow the list and drink 6 juices a day (one of each recipe). You don't need to buy both the agave nectar and raw honey so choose one or the other. I include a reference to agave as it makes this cleanse completely vegan but if you prefer honey that works great too. If you have any questions please feel leave me a comment below and I will do my best to help. I would recommend that you drink 6 juices a day, one of each colour is what works best. It doesn't matter what order you drink them in although I find the 'White' and 'Gold' are lovely for evenings as they taste indulgent and soothing. The method to make the juices is the same for all recipes. With each of the juices, you will need to add water to the other ingredients. I've been asked how much water is required, but that can be a bit of a how long is a piece of string question as it will depend on how powerful your blender is and what consistency you like your smoothie. I suggest you experiment with the amount of water and adjust as per your requirements. You will find the recipes make a plentiful amount so quantities may need to be adjusted depending on the size of your fruit and veg and the size of your blender. If you do find yourself with a surplus then consider doing a 4 or 5 day cleanse or bagging up any chopped leftovers to freeze and use next time.

Simply chop, blend or juice and enjoy!

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Recipes for 3 day DIY Cleanse

Ruby

2 fuji apples

3 carrots

1.5 beetroot

4 celery stalks

thumb size piece ginger

juice of half a lemon

Emerald

2 parsnips

2 pears

5 celery stalks

handful of parsley

1 carrot

juice of a lemon

Lean Green

3 romaine lettuce leafs

4 celery stalks

½ cucumber

2 granny smith apples

handful of spinach

handful of kale

handful of parsley

juice of a lemon

Gold

⅓ of a pineapple

2 granny smith apples

small handful of mint

juice of a lime

Yellow

juice of 3 lemons

¼ tsp cayenne pepper

2 tbsp agave nectar (to make it vegan) or raw honey

White

60g raw cashews

1 tbsp agave nectar (to make it vegan) or raw honey

1 tsp cinnamon

Yellow juice

How did I get on with my 3 day detox cleanse?

Day one

I wake up really excited to start the juice cleanse and take a real joy in opening my fridge and seeing all the colourful and fresh produce in there. Just looking at it makes me feel instantly healthier! By lunchtime, I can't stop thinking about food and begin wondering what on earth I am doing. As I've planned a whole blog post around doing the cleanse and bought all the ingredients I persevere, for the sake of my readers. I am a juicing martyr. Perhaps I am going a little over the top, it has only been just over 12 hours since I last had solid food and I decide I'm being slightly dramatic.

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At dinner time I prepare my family's meal and make a big point of making them feel bad for eating while I'm just having juice. Feel a bit sorry for myself and then remember that I am the one who wanted to do this in the first place and no one is forcing me. Make mental note to be more positive tomorrow! I go to bed with the worst headache as haven't had a coffee all day and put it down to that.

Day two

Less cheery this morning and not relishing the thought of juice for breakfast.

I continue regardless and to my surprise thoroughly enjoy my first juice and feel really refreshed once it's finished. Maybe this isn't too bad after all?

At lunchtime, I have a renewed sense of vigour and looking forward to continuing on. Have a really busy day and don't feel hungry at all. Drink another couple of juices and make dinner as usual. This time I can handle food without being tempted to sneak a bite. Not interested in eating today and don't want to undo the good work I've done. Feel a bit tired so go for an early night which is unheard of for me as I usually stay up working until 1-am. Have the best sleep ever!

Day three

Wake up feeling seriously amazing. I don't feel hungry at all and looking forward to the day. Really enjoying having a flat stomach and haven't got any bloating at all. Feel really great. Also, notice my skin looks really good and eyes not as baggy as usual.

Result!

Have some time of reflection today and realise that there is a definite difference between feeling hungry and wanting food. Must remember this for when I'm not juicing and feel like eating a whole packet of biscuits. The family all very impressed with me that I 'lasted' this long and don't believe that I didn't cheat. I honestly didn't.

In Summary

I really enjoyed doing the juice cleanse and experienced the best results on the 3rd day, really glad I didn't give up and feel I could have gone on for 5 days. During the 3 days just looking at all the fresh produce and juicing it myself has helped me to process the cleanse in a visual way.

I feel super healthy and renewed.

I would most certainly do the juice cleanse again, possibly for 5 days next time. I felt brilliant after and it has given me a real boost to continue with healthy eating. I am also still using my blender at least once a day to ensure I get all those lovely nutrients into my diet.

10 Benefits of a Detox Cleanse

Helps with clarity of thought

Clearer skin

Better sleep

A renewed sense of energy

Gives a boost to continue eating healthily

Sense of achievement

Better digestion

Boosts the immune system

Can kickstart weight loss (but I don't recommend doing a detox purely for weight loss reasons)

More energy

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Here is the recipe card for this DIY Detox Cleanse. If you enjoy the recipes, please give them a 5-star rating!

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