First of all: if you're just now following me, The 3 Day Refresh is pretty much a short detox where you can let go of toxins from your body, jump start a new workout program/weight loss, or just use it as a refresh every month or quarterly.
It eliminates all dairy, grains, carbs, and meat from your diet. You drink Shakeology daily, 2 Vanilla Fresh Protein Shakes a day, and have a Fiber Sweep once a day (it's a fiber drink). In addition to that, you have 2 servings of veggies, 2 servings of healthy fats (hummus, avocado, almond butter, etc.) and then 2 servings of fruits. Then, there is a vegetarian option for dinner each night.
So, now back to yesterday, Day 1:
I felt GREAT. I was a little "gassy" to be honest at night. I didn't feel foggy. The Fiber Sweep was not as bad as I remembered. I think it helped going into this round since I'd already been there, done that, and I knew what to expect.
Also note: I am doing this round the "Laura" way. I am using 8 oz of unsweetened almond milk in my shakes, rather than just water. Last night I even replaced my Vanilla Fresh for a regular Shakeology. Shoot me.
So, for breakfast I had:
Strawberry Shakeology, 8 oz. unsweetened almond milk, dash of Pure Vanilla Extract, 1/2 banana, Ice cubes.
I didn't get a picture of the fiber sweep. I pretty much downed it in the break room in under 30 seconds! HA
My lunch was hummus and carrots and a Vanilla Fresh Shake mixed w/ 8 oz. unsweetened almond milk, dash of pure vanilla extract, 1/2 banana, cinnamon, ice.
For dinner, I chose to fix the lemony green beans. You steam 6 oz of green beans and then toss them in a mixture of lemon juice, EVOO, and a little sea salt. I loved them and so did the babies (fur-babies that is!)
Today is over 1/2 way over and so far, so good! I have wanted to give up about 10 times now.. HA. But, no for real. I have been battling a small headache today and this cold front that came through makes me want some comfort food really bad! But, I'm chuggin' along and will finish what I started!
XO,
