The 21-Day Cleanse

I did my first cleanse in 2013 and it was rough! I’d never done anything like this and am a slightly picky eater… so most of the food was new to me. Yet 8 years later I look forward to doing this cleanse more and more each year. Sometimes I do the whole plan for 21 days sometimes I lighten it up by doing smoothies + snacks then eating a healthier yet not full cleanse dinner… you really can make it work for you. This cleanse has helped me out of emotional slumps start postpartum weight loss resolve my acne issues and just gives me a good reset when I need it. I’ve learned what I love and how to thrive during this cleanse with all my fave recipes. It is seriously life-changing… I definitely don’t eat the same way in general than I did 8 years ago and smoothies + cleanses are the reason why! I crave healthy meals and snacks now.

When I feel like I am off the rails nutritionally I turn to the 3 week cleanse. And the Autumn Cleanse has been the best one yet. Yes, it is a lot of prep work. But that focus on having to think through the prep, how to shop, what the next meals is…is part of why this works for me. The meals are delicious and I was never hungry. Sure I missed my nightly glass of wine, but the best part of the cleanse for me is that after 3 days I stop craving caffeine, sugar, and carbs. The social community and support from Jen and team really keeps the energy up and the focus on. My plans is to generally follow the plan for the rest of the year to get through the holidays without losing control, but still enjoying the great food that comes with the holidays. I lost 5 pounds and hope to lose 5 more.

Enjoyed my first ever cleanse. I’ve tried before to give up refined sugar and lower my caffeine intake, but it just didn’t last. Being in this group made me accountable and all the support kept me going even when I was tempted to quit. The meal plans are delicious and relatively easy to prepare. Jen and her staff have done a phenomenal job of putting together a program that is healthy and satisfying. Having the meal plan and shopping list each week are golden! I always try to eat healthfully, but get into a rut. Having a library of delicious recipes is so helpful. As someone with food intolerances, having lists of substitutions and alternate meals that were cleanse friendly made a huge difference in my success. All in all, it was a great experience. I am looking forward to keeping up the work I’ve started. Thank you Jen and staff for a wonderful program and thanks to my new Facebook buddies.

I am so amazed by the Autumn Cleanse! I started the cleanse to help with transitioning to a plant based lifestyle. I tried other apps and books, but none of them lasted for more than a few days. When I started the Simple Green Smoothies Autumn Cleanse, I immediately noticed the difference and knew that I could make the change. The food is so good! I was never hungry. I actually had more food than I could eat, which I shared with my daughter. She loved the Abrosia and Rawsome Tacos, and asked for me to make them again. As an added bonus, I lost weight, felt lighter on my feet, my joints stopped creaking, I gained so much energy, and started sleeping through the night. This cleanse showed me how to make the change and I am so grateful.

In May of 2021 it was determined emergency surgery was needed to remove what appeared to be a bowel obstruction resulting in the removal of a tumor and 10 inches of the lower intestine. Intro to this I have been in and out of the emergency room for 18months with what was thought to be IBS resulting in constant nonstop indigestion heartburn severe abdominal pain and an inability to lead an active life and my only relief was a morphine drip. Once my surgery was done I was so relieved and I thought all my symptoms would go away but they did not. For the first time in my life I said *f*it – I ate and drank whatever I wanted chewed antacids like candy daily and my weight ballooned my mood darkened and general unhappiest. Six months later heading back to my 20 year yoga practice and teacher training I was determined to find something authentic and marry practice what you preach. Along came the 21day cleanse and thought what the hell on with the show. First three days where unbearably hard and I put myself to bed at 7pm every night Chopping and cooking were ridiculously but I survived and enlisted whole foods and a perfect friend to help me prep and cook! My weight was stubborn and refused to move the scale; however my bloating in my stomach went down considerably encouraging me to stay the course, I have not taken any medications regarding my IBS zero heartburn indigestion or stomach disharmony (except for vegan has cakes). Which is a win that my body is becoming fine-tuned and I know exactly what caused the issue, On day 12 my scale gave min and moved 6.6 pounds, I have pep in my step, Have gotten off the couch and over my pity paRawk the Year Mood has lightened – some sense of humor has returned, I no longer feel heavy in my heart and joints Proud of myself for staying the course and not giving up on myself, Zero I mean ZERO sugar cravings, Loved the Facebook page and coaching support during the process This biggest win was moving through my teacher training this weekend with authentic purpose, Looking forward to the joining the Rawkstar community and the next 90 days. With much gratitude and humble heart xo T

I started with the summer cleanse which is only a week, this was definitely a bigger commitment but I did it! Even week 3 I was thinking about the food I was missing but now that I’m at the end, I’m not really sure I want to introduce “old” foods quite yet…! You really do change habits in 21 days! I really appreciated the community support in the FB group, it kept me motivated and inspired. I’ve got lots of new recipes to include in my weekly plan that I may not have tried otherwise, thanks for a great cleanse!!

This was a mission I knew would challenge me but really get me focused and in the right mindset. It was extremely helpful to have the menu/meal plans, grocery shopping lists, and recipes to make planning and prepping so easy. Within just a few days, I was already noticing changes in my energy and focus, my body & skin, who knew it was just the beginning. After 2 weeks my body felt a renewal and reset. I didn’t feel my body was inflamed and I was moving so freely when practicing yoga. Overall, it was renewed self awareness and tremendous accomplishment. I look forward to maintaining this lifestyle, but allowing myself to enjoy foods I love from time to time. I’m happy my husband decided to join me on this journey.

This cleanse works, but most importantly it tastes good! This is my second cleanse…meaning I did one and WILLINGLY chose to do another (and will continue doing them). I was fully prepared to HATE not eating meat, cheese, and bread for 21 days. I was fully prepared to tell everybody how disgusting and boring eating lettuce and nuts was for 21 days. I expected to lose weight because how could you not only eating bird food?! And I expected to be hungry…a lot. I was wrong…so freaking wrong! These recipes are delicious! Ok, not every single one, but like 95% of them. They are flavorful and filling! And there’s so much food! I eat more on these cleanses than I do regularly. The difference is on the cleanse I eat wholesome, clean, nutritious food. If you’re open, and willing to give them a chance (make the recipes even if you think you won’t like it or that it surely won’t taste good), I PROMISE you will surprise yourself. I wouldn’t put half of these food combos together, but that’s the best part: you don’t have to, they do it for you. You only have to enjoy. Honestly, the worst part is the prep! Prepare to do A TON of cutting, chopping, cooking, and cleaning. You will do this EVERY day and it will get tiresome, but stick with it. The results are worth it! I haven’t weighed myself this cleanse (I always wait until the next day), but the last one I lost 12 lbs and I didn’t workout, not even once! I have so much energy (not immediately, but it will come)! Prior to any cleanses, my body used to basically REQUIRE a daily nap, now it’s only optional and if I don’t take one, I’m still fine. My blood pressure is even lower, like even lower than a normal reading! I didn’t experience any withdrawal symptoms during either cleanse (e.g., headaches), but I don’t drink coffee or soda and I try to limit my sugar intake (but don’t get me wrong, cheesecake is my absolute weakness and I have been known to down a whole pint of B&J’s ice cream in a single sitting). I also drink a gallon of water, daily (been doing that for practically my whole life). If you can’t relate to those things, I’d say expect major headaches, but as your body adjusts they will subside. Did I miss meat, cheese, and bread? KALE YES! My first cleanse, I missed meat so much I was actually very grumpy/angry all of Week 2. I still missed them this cleanse, but I didn’t want to kill anybody. Do I still eat those things? KALE YES (I’m so excited for Thanksgiving)! But, I’m learning to incorporate more plant-based meals that don’t feel restrictive. I highly recommend this cleanse! If you don’t believe me, do it for that exact reason, to prove that I must be crazy (and trust me when I first started, a known carnivore, I thought I was crazy). Happy Rawking!

My first cleanse was fall 2020, when I was able to give up coffee. After the spring cleanse I have been 99% dairy free (I still find it hard tp pass up a really good pice of cheese). I eat a plant based diet five days out of seven. I feel better, less bloated and fewer aches. The cleanse recipes are good and easy to prepare. The best thing is the support you get from the group. You know you are not going it alone.

After participating in several of Simple Green Smoothies challenges, I decided to join Rawk the Year and participate in the Autumn Cleanse. My goal was to reduce my daily caffeine consumption as well as tame my sweet tooth. The plan was very well laid out, the recipes were delicious, and the encouragement and support from Jen and her staff was phenomenal. I loved the shopping list and the ability to adjust the serving size of each recipe so easily. Because I have several food intolerances, it was wonderful to have a list of substitutions available as well as a list of alternate recipes to choose from. The support group was an added benefit. It was nice to be able to check in each day and read posts from others in the group. Everyone was so encouraging and supportive which made all the difference. Even though I made the decision to have 1 cup of 1/2 caf green tea each morning instead of going cold turkey, I was compliant with not having any refined sugar. I feel I have more energy and am proud that I was able to stick with the program. I have tried to eat healthfully for years and have been moving towards a whole food, plant based diet, but it is not always easy to go it alone. Jen lays out a workable plan that is so easy and enjoyable to use. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to make a positive and healthy change. Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity to grow and learn.

I signed up with Jen’s SGS awhile ago now. I would see the cleanses and think “yeah, right”. This year, I decided to go for it because my energy was terrible & my diet was worse. Really hadn’t ever eaten so poorly in terms of processed, microwave meals or some cheese & crackers. I also had this weird mindset that a meal couldn’t be satisfying without meat. Logically, I knew this was false, but in practice, couldn’t get past that. So I signed up hoping for energy & to maintain a higher veggie content in my diet. I’m still dragging. That was the bad. The ugly was never being able to get in enough water, but running to the bathroom all the time anyway-makes work a little tough at times! My poo also changed; probably a good thing but…yeah…ugly. The good-decreased pain. I’ve never been able to sustain a reasonable bedtime and that has changed with the cleanse. I definitely sleep better. Both subjectively & based on data from a sleep app. A surprise was a change in the way I get hungry. For many years, I don’t get really hungry-not like I did when I was a kid-and I don’t get really full. On the cleanse, I felt comfortably full & by the time I was due for a snack, I was a bit peckish & hungry when it was time for a meal. It was as if my body had just the right amount of food for that segment of the day & then it was time to refuel. It was really really pleasant. To me, none of the recipes were bad, but the number that were truly delicious kind of surprised me (sorry to admit that!). I mostly stuck to the plan as it was. Occasionally, I had an extra apple or an extra couple bites of quinoa (but not during week 2). Had no idea I could go without coffee. I didn’t miss it to the degree I thought I would. I was also surprised how pampering the cleanse felt. Someone telling me what to eat, roughly when to eat, how to shop & how much to get, & instructions how to prepare the meal—THAT was truly decadent. Not having to think yet still get a nutrient-packed, fiber-rich, flavorful meal? Wow! Definitely made me feel pampered & a little lost now that it’s done. Glad I did it. You may see me again for another cleanse-maybe I’ll even set up a FB account. Thank you for all the effort & dedication to bring this to others, Jen & team. Kindest regards, Cory

I would definitely recommend this cleanse for anyone who wants to detox. It was easy to follow and the recipes provided were very good. I did lose a few pounds and definitely felt energized and had a clearer mind. It was easier for me to make substitutions having purchased a hard copy of the Fresh Start book, which was my bible during the cleanse. I appreciated the online support, but it was not essential to my success with the cleanse. Living in a colder climate, I appreciated having options for warmer foods. I enjoyed most of the smoothies, and discovered I prefer the spinach smoothies over the kale smoothies. I never felt hungry during the cleanse. I never had cravings. The worse part for me were the first three days, having headaches and feeling tired. Also, I am not a fan spending a lot of time in the kitchen, so the food prep suggestions were helpful. It definitely felt more expensive to eat clean, but because I wasn’t buying any expensive meat it probably actually wasn’t more expensive. I live n a rural community, so I dd have to order online for some items, and appreciate Jen’s suggestions on Amazon. I definitely learned a lot about foods that I had never tried before. A concern I have is that I read that people with high cholesterol, like myself, might not want to use coconut oil. I never knew that. Olive oil and sunflower oil are recommended for people with high cholesterol levels. Olive oil for sautéed foods and sunflower for stir frying.

Top 10 reasons why I’m glad I did the 21-day Autumn cleanse #10 new prep tips/trick that save me time #9 I stomached cilantro 😝 #8 Who knew ‘what’ chia seeds were or ‘how’ to use them?🤷🏽‍♀️ #7 great tasting/looking recipes😋 #6 never hungry #5 drank 100oz water💦 everyday #4 no sleep aid (🍷🍸🥃or melatonin) #3 clearer skin #2 lost 15 lbs 🙌🏽 # 1 feel great / look good Thank you Jen and the Rawkstar Community Support Team!!

I can’t believe I have been able to give up caffeine meat dairy and sugar. I have stuck with the cleanse even while going through a divorce Covid scare and cancer scare. I feel empowered by the fact that I have been able to take control of my eating habits and give my body the healthy food it deserves. I have lost 10 pounds and have a whole bunch of healthy recipes that I will definitely be making again. In fact I can’t wait to have the Rawesome Tacos for lunch tomorrow.

My husband and I did the cleanse together and we were both pleasantly surprised. The food was very good. We didn’t t prepare the snacks just due to lack of time, but the other meals were filling and satisfying. I will do another round of the cleanse after Thanksgiving. He will do another round by incorporate his coffee, cream and 1 cookie (a huge reductio from his previous 4 to 5 cookies a day).