Half-way Point!!

Today is Day 30. Man, I thought this day would never come! It feels like quite the milestone. 30 days ago when I started this journey, I never thought I'd make it this far. Now I just feel so darn good I don't want to stop...which is good considering I committed to 60 days!

Whilst I'm excited about the weight loss, I'm more excited about how I feel and look. I just feel good making good decisions for myself. A bunch of people have asked what happens when I start eating again. I'm really hoping (and starting to believe) I will continue with a healthy diet. At this point I'm considering continuing to juice at least once per day (after the 60 days) just to keep it up with the rest of my meals being healthy. I'm really excited about hitting that point. After completing this, I no longer have the excuse of lack of will power!

I've been a bit cranky today. Not sure if it's just because someone stood me up for an appointment this morning and then work was tough, or if I'm entering the next round of detox. Guess I'll find out soon enough.

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Day 29

It's Day 29 and as of first thing this morning I'm down 33.4lbs (15.1kg). Weight loss has definitely slowed the past two weeks, but I'm still thrilled with that number!

Day 25

Today was Day 25. The crankiness has passed which is nice. Feeling much more myself. I think this was the latest round of detox. I didn't realise it would come in waves, but it seems to be. I wonder if there's another one looming on the horizon. Only time will tell. The coating on my tongue is still there, but has definitely started to go away which is nice. I'm assuming (hoping!) that will go away before this ends because that will mean all that has been removed from my body. Ended up making an extra juice tonight. I notice when I reach the end of the detox round that I end up hungrier.

I still find myself wanting food. Not bad food. Not anything in particular. Just food. Not even in an "Oh my gosh I need to eat!" kind of way. I just find myself thinking of food. I was making a juice tonight and cut into a gorgeous apple. As I smelled it, I was so tempted to take a bite. I could imagine the crispness as I took a bite, the juice in my mouth, the crunch as I chewed. I didn't take a bite, but man I wanted to!

Definitely noticing changes in my body. My bras aren't fitting right anymore. On one hand that's a little disturbing. On the other, it simply means everything is shifting as it should and it will all end up okay. I'm actually looking forward to weighing myself on Monday to see how far I've come.

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Day 23

I have had a serious case of the 'crank' the past two days. Just super cranky and emotional. I know it's simply because I'm not able to placate all those things I normally placate with food. I also know this means I get to really work through things and resolve them. Unfortunately, it's just a difficult process and I don't like being cranky.

My brain is choosing to spend this time trying to sabotage me as well. I continue to win the battles, but it gets exhausting. My brain keeps telling me to eat food regardless of what it is because it will make me 'feel better'. Luckily I know this is exactly what has gotten me into this position and I refuse to believe it anymore.

I'm spending lots of time in my bathtub with epsom salts to try and get in a better mood. Water has always been incredibly comforting to me. I also got a bunch of books from the library to try and keep my mind occupied with other things.

Can this phase pass quickly please? I'm over it.

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Day 21

I'm over 1/3 of the way through now. Woohoo!

I've put on a few shirts the past couple days that used to be snug and stick to the rolls of fat in the back. They are now loose and comfortable. Also am up 4 holes in my belt since I started. I don't know how much longer I can get away with wearing these jeans as they are getting way too big even with a belt. Hopefully not much longer!

Tomorrow would normally be weigh-in day. However, I'm going to skip it this week. It's that time of the month and I don't want to be discouraged. I'd rather wait an extra week and be super pleased about the number I see then.

Yesterday I took a knotwork course. It was loads of fun to learn some new knots and to start making a rope fender for a boat. When I was a kid my dad used to teach me knots. All the ones I know are either from sailing or rock climbing. It was nice to learn some new ones and to work with my hands. I love working with my hands. They are raw and bit blistered today and I wouldn't have it any other way! Plus, yesterday was a gorgeous sunny day and the ability to sit in the sunshine in the middle of winter was so good.

Went to the Sunday markets this morning. Stocked up on more veggies and a wee bit of fruit for the week. It's funny how I no longer crave the fruit drinks at all. There have been some mornings I've been tempted to forgo the fruit one completely and just have veggies. I have been craving tomatoes like crazy though. It's a shame because they are out of season and I'm having to pay a fortune for them. They just taste so good when I do either the salsa recipe or the bruschetta recipe. Have to keep findings new recipes to keep things interesting.

Feeling pretty emotional today for some reason. I'm guessing it's all the stuff that I normally dealt with by eating. Finding new paths to tread, but it's tough today. I found this when surfing the interschnitzel - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1ux8wbHB0I&feature=relmfu Watch both part 1 and 2. I find some comfort in knowing I'm not the only one who has difficult emotional days during this journey.

This too shall pass.

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Day 19

I had an appointment with my massage therapist. I last saw her 3 weeks ago, right before starting this juice fast. She was absolutely flabbergasted at the changes in my body. The fascia has completely backed off and she was able to get into areas she's wanted to work on for years, but has never been able to get into. She also talked about how soft my skin was, how the small areas of discolouration on my upper arms (looked like a constant sunburn) is going away, how much smaller my hips are, how the rolls in my back are almost gone, etc. She also said this was the best example of the value of a fast she has ever seen and that she needed to start preparing to do her own!

It was awesome to hear validation from an outside source about positive changes in my body. Makes me feel like I'm definitely on the right path.

Had another super hungry day today. I think maybe I've moved into the next phase of this where my body knows it's good, likes it, and wants more of it.

Kind of gross, but I've also noticed my poo now smells like vegetables. Weird, but far nicer than stinking.

Anyway, here's to being on the right track!

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Day 18

Yesterday I asked the nutritionist whether this juicing could impact my cycle. She said due to the reduced calories, my cycle might be delayed. I was still pretty stressed out about it. Guess what started today? Guess all is back to normal now.

The interesting thing is I have been absolutely ravenous today! I'm wondering if it's partly because I had stressed myself out so much yesterday and wasn't that hungry. Probably flooded my body with adrenalin. I still had my normal amount of juice, but a lot of it was forcing myself to drink it. I have a feeling I might have an extra juice tonight which is fine.

I thought I was over the mental battles around all this. I don't actually have any cravings. My mind is just messing with me in wanting to eat food, regardless of what it is. Just another facet of old thinking patterns I need to change.

Bit disappointed as I thought I had thing sorted with that place that delivers juices. Turns out they only make one flavour per day. Whilst they change it everyday, I think it would be pretty monotonous to drink the same thing 5 times per day. Time to find another plan.

All in all feeling good. Seems pretty standard now to just juice. My hair is glossy, my nails are growing like weeds, my skin is ridiculously soft, I'm sleeping well and I have great energy.

Almost 1/3 of the way there!

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Day 16

Yesterday was the quarter way mark and also weigh-in day. Weight loss slowed this past week. I was "only" down 7.7lbs this week. That's a total of 21.7lbs in two weeks. Not too shabby. More please!

I feel like I'm through the hard part now. Sure, bad food still smells good, but that's it - it *smells* good, but I don't have any desire for it. My skin feels great. I feel great. I feel smaller. I still have the coating on my tongue, but that's just time. When I think how long all that crap has been in my system, who am I to complain about it taking awhile to leave?

I might have found a place that does juices. You can buy directly from their factory at $6 per 500ml bottle or have it delivered for $7. Considering I seem to be going to the store and spending (NZ) $150 a pop, and then finding myself back at the store 3-4 days later, I think I'd end up saving money by having 5 bottles delivered each day to my work and then just doing my own thing on the weekends. I've emailed them some questions and depending on their response, I might do that.

One thing I've noticed is this plan might be playing havoc on my monthly cycle. I'm currently late, but hoping it's simply because of shocking my body with this new diet rather than suddenly having to deal with a big unexpected complication. Fingers crossed eh?

Anyway, not much new to report. Keeping trucking along.

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The Two Week Mark

Today is Day 14. If you had told me two weeks ago I would make it to this point I would not have believed you. Feeling pretty proud of myself.

Today is one of those classic Wellington winter days - it is blowing a gale, horizontal rain and it's freezing outside. I need to go to the markets to stock up on organic fruits and veggies. However, I don't have a car and am struggling to find motivation to walk outside in this rubbish.

Eventually did find the motivation and stocked up on veggies. A friend also turned me on to a website that will deliver organic fruits & veggies weekly. I might try doing that and see how it goes. Will hopefully save some cash as I'm spending a fortune currently.

Had an awesome afternoon hanging out with a couple friends at our favourite pub. I had soda water (club soda) with lime while they were drinking. We then went and saw Brave. I popped home before the film to make another juice to have with me as they were eating their popcorn. Was the perfect way to spend a cold, rainy Sunday.

Tomorrow is weigh-in day. Fingers crossed!

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Day 13

Yesterday was Day 13. So close to the two week mark.

Friday night I ended up taking a hot bath, watching a couple episodes of Game of Thrones Season 2, and going to bed at 10:30pm. I slept for 10 hours. It was beautiful. Thought it was far safer to do that than to go to the West Coast IPA Challenge. It was a good decision I think.

Yesterday was the SOBA (Society of Beer Advocates) Winter Ale Festival. I was volunteering. Though it was a long day on my feet (12 hours), it was a great day. I was in a really good head space. I love talking to people about different types of beer and what they are tasting. It didn't bother me at all to not be drinking. While the food smelled delicious (and I'm sure it was), that was all - it *smelled* delicious, but I didn't really have any desire for any of it.

I made it home about 11pm. Put my feet up for half an hour and then went out dancing at Atomic (80s dance party). It was a blast! I had lots of energy despite the long day. love dancing and it felt good to move. I'm starting to feel better about my body overall which is nice. Finally calling it quits around 2:30am and went to bed.

I ended up having about 7 total glasses of juice throughout the day. I know that is one more than recommended, but it kept me going and I'm not worried about it. It was fuel my body needed to do what it was doing.

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Day 12

Most of today was awesome. I felt really good. My mind is clear. Still have the coating on my tongue, the congestion/post nasal drip/occasional sneezing, but feeling good. Thought I had turned the corner.

Tonight is the annual West Coast IPA Challenge at one of my favourite craft beer pubs. It is always an awesome night - lots of the brewers show, the atmosphere is great, and they serve haggis! I don't miss the drinking. That part is fine. However, I'm not going because I know I'll be tempted to eat the food. I know a lot of you think haggis is disgusting, but I absolutely love the stuff. I have it so rarely and these guys do it so well. Really struggling even as I write this.

I'm realising that really the only struggle is in my head. It's habit to go hang with my mates, have some great beers and eat bad good. It's easy. It's comfortable. It tastes good.

But that behaviour is what has led me to needing to do this. It's gotten me to the size I am today which I hate. It's only in my mind that this is difficult. If I weren't thinking about it, it wouldn't be an issue. I've worked myself into this big stress about what I "can't" have instead of focusing on what I'm gaining by doing this.

So it's off to fight the mental battle yet again, make my juice dinner, and stay off Twitter so I don't see what I'm missing.

Here's hoping tomorrow is better.

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Day 11

Well, I've officially made it one day longer than anything similar I have done before. Have to celebrate the milestones I suppose.

I didn't have as many mental battles to fight today. That was a nice change. I certainly hope that trend continues, but we shall see. I got several compliments on how soft my skin was today. People kept asking what kind of moisturizer I use and I had to tell them I don't use any. The coating on my tongue has also decreased. While I still have the metallic taste in my mouth, it's not quite as bad as it has been. Still had quite an itchy nose and multiple sneezes today. Also still a wee bit congested.

I'm really hoping I've turned the corner and on the downhill slide of all the detox symptoms. It will be nice when those have finally gone. Better out than in!

I'm starting to feel...better overall. I'm starting to like what I see when I look in the mirror. While the weight loss helps, I think it's more than that. I think it's finally taking control and making good decisions for myself. I'm guessing that is what is improving my overall outlook on life right now.

The big test will come this weekend. I'm working a Winter Ale Festival on Saturday. The not drinking part doesn't bother me (though I'm missing out on loads of delicious craft beers to try). I'm concerned about the great food that will be there. Going to make loads of juice to take with me and just try to avoid any temptation. Fingers crossed!

Only 49 more days to go!

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Day 10 - 1/6 of the way there!

Today is Day 10. The last time I did something similar (the Master Cleanse), it was only 10 days. It feels like a big milestone. The difference, of course, being that I have 50 more days to go on this one.

Last night I took a hot bath with epsom salts. Thought I'd help the detox process. I love baths so this is nothing new for me. However, when I got out of the bath and stood, I thought I was going to vomit. It's not the first time that has happened to me when doing a detox. Just loads of stuff to get out. My stomach eventually settled down and all was fine.

Still have the metallic taste in my mouth today. Hoping that goes away in the next few days, but it'll take as long as it takes. Woke up with a slightly sore throat. Have had an itchy nose/sneezing occasionally all day.

Struggling with some cravings today. Actually, I can't really even say they are cravings. My brain is just playing tricks on me so that anything and everything sounds good. It didn't help that I was hungry a lot today. I've started cutting back on the number of "fruit" juices and upping the number of veggie juices. The fruit ones are just seeming too sweet now. My taste buds are changing which is a good thing. Today I had a couple fruit ones and think my system just didn't like it. Lesson learned.

I wrote the following to someone yesterday. Thought it might help others. A friend pointed something out and it's so true - when we juice, we lose our crutch. All the "stuff" we normally "deal with" by eating, suddenly isn't being "dealt with" anymore. It comes up for us to truly work on. While it can be scary and hard, in a way it's absolutely fantastic because we can truly work through those issues properly now!

I just keep trying to remind myself why I'm doing this. Sometimes it works. Sometimes not so much. Ultimately though, another day where I won the battles.

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Day 9

The heaviness was gone from my legs today. Still very cognizant of the muscles in them though, particularly my hamstrings. In a weird way it feels like they are almost elongating. Perhaps as stuff moves out of them they are finally able to relax?

Each day is still a challenge. Smells come wafting by. My mind takes me on culinary journeys. Commercials on tv. People walking by with food. However, I have won the battles for yet another day. That's all I can do - take on each battle as it comes and hope I win each one.

Still have the coating on my tongue and a strange taste in my mouth due to it. I spoke to someone and apparently that's all part of the liver detoxing as well. Gnarly!

All in all though, feeling good and rather happy I've continued to win the battles. Onward I go.

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Day 8

Today was weigh-in day. I'm down 13.9lbs (I'm calling it 14) or just over 6kg. Not bad for a week! I'm actually now the weight I thought I originally was when I started...before stepping on the scale for the first time in years. So happy to be making progress in the right direction and no longer having to see that horrid number I did on Day 1!

Today was a bit strange. I feel like I'm starting round 2 of detox. My tongue still has a nasty coating on it and I have an almost metallic taste in my mouth. I've had this happen before when I'm detoxing heavy metals. Talk about things that shouldn't be in your system! My legs feel "heavy" today - it's almost as if I can feel the muscles and bones. I feel like things are coming out of them and contributing to that taste in my mouth.

You would think that seeing the scale would provide excellent motivation. Not the case. I struggled today when walking into the lunch room to grab more juice and seeing a bunch of leftovers from a meal that had been brought in sitting there. It all looked so good. I am longing for stir-fried vegetables or beans & rice or a salad.

I think most of it is just habit - I'm used to being able to grab one of those leftovers and eat it. I was back at my desk and really struggling with the mental game this afternoon. I realised it was just old habits and old patterns and it's time to break out of those. They'll keep rising up and I'll keep fighting them back down.

Anyway, hoping things get easier as I go.

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Day 7

One week down. Woohoo!! Woke up a bit early today (well, early for a Sunday). Decided to go ahead and stay up. Cleaned the house, caught up with a couple mates, found a farmer's market and stocked up to save some money. Turns out this juicing is costing me quite a bit of $$, but it's all for a good cause.

Feeling good, though a bit tired. I think it's because I've been bad in keeping up with my juice today. Between friends visiting and other things on I wasn't as regular as I have been. Will be remedied when back at work tomorrow.

I tried coconut water again today. Tasted better than previously. Still had a few minor cramps so we will see how that works out.

Anyway, just excited I've made it an entire week of juicing. Looking forward to the weigh-in tomorrow!

7 days down, 53 to go.

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Day 6

Woke up with the nastiest coating on my tongue today. I could feel it coming starting yesterday. I remember this from when I did the Master Cleanse. Just part of the detoxing process. Will be using my tongue scraper and drinking lots of peppermint herbal tea in the meantime to help with bad breath.

Had a brief calf cramp today. Not sure what I need to be juicing to get enough magnesium. Will be doing some research later.

Put on a t-shirt that was snug on me a week ago. Today it is loose. Also got two extra notches in my belt. Looking forward to Monday's weigh-in. Helps remind me why I am doing all this.

Not struggling as much today with food smells, though they are everywhere. Got my hair done which was a nice treat. My next appointment with them will be in 8 weeks - it's actually the last night of my 60 day detox. I'm keen to see their reactions when I walk in.

Will be making another juice shortly as heading to the cinema with some mates. They'll be eating popcorn and I'll be drinking my juice. All good.

Almost to the one week mark! Let's do this.

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Day 5

I'm not going to lie, today was tough. I feel good and that's great. I feel better. I feel awake. I feel lighter. Still a bit phlegmy, but all in all things were going really well.

Then I walked into the lunch room to get more juice. Someone was making a ham and cheese toastie. It smelled HEAVENLY! Made my mouth water. I had to run away and take some deep breaths out of the odour range.

I normally love living right in the middle of town. The problem with that is I have to walk past all the restaurants with all the amazing smells wafting out. I even started negotiating with myself - "Maybe I'll only do 30 days. That should be good enough." or "Maybe I should just do 10 days. The Master Cleanse was only 10 days."

Then I realised that's what I've done all my life. I negotiate. I say "Oh, I'll have this unhealthy meal now and then eat a salad later." The problem is when later came, I did it again. That knowledge was great, but didn't stop my mouth watering as I smelled other things. I just keep trying to remind myself why I'm doing this and what I really want.

After work I stocked up on more fruits and veggies. I will not be defeated!

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Day 4

Woke up feeling a bit phlegmy in the throat. To be expected I guess as it's all part of the detoxing process. Had a few random sneezes through the day. Still feeling a bit phlegmy this evening.

All in all though, feeling really good. No headaches and my energy was good all day. I feel..."lighter" somehow. Maybe it's just I feel better. My sense of smell is getting stronger. The only problem with that is smelling everyone else's delicious food all around me.

Was laying in bed last night and had the sensation for the second time of being in a "shell", like this outer body is no longer mine and I'm inside starting to climb out. Bizarre, but true.

I had the thought today that taking charge of your life fully is simply awesome. I've done it on a small scale in the past few years, but never physically. It's like the puzzle pieces are starting to fall into place.

Anyway, about to make my final juice for the day. 4 days down, 56 to go.

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Day 3

Today went really well. My headache is finally gone. It was so nice to have at least half the day without one. I was rather hungry most of the day. However, being in back-to-back meetings didn't help. I did take my juice in with me and just drank it slowly throughout the day.

The 'Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead' website recommends drinking coconut juice as well. I tried some today. I have to say, I thought it was awful. It's too sweet for me. Despite all appearances to the contrary, I don't have a sweet tooth. I'm a savoury girl. Luckily I only bought a couple cans of it so don't have much to finish off. I'm wondering if my taste buds will change as this goes.

I also had more energy today. While I started getting tired in the afternoon again, it wasn't nearly to the same extent as the previous two days. Some of that could be from being kept awake by a massive 7.0 earthquake last night that went on for 30 seconds. Normally earthquakes don't bother me after having lived in San Francisco. However, the magnitude and duration of this one got my heart pounding.

Went to the store after work and stocked up on some more fruits and veggies. I've found some recipes I like so will stick to those. All in all, I'm feeling pretty good.

3 days down, 57 to go.

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Day 2

Day 2 started out well, though I woke up with the same headache I had the day before. The muscles in my neck are incredibly tight. I'm sure detoxing on top of it doesn't help the headache.

Tried some new recipes when juicing this morning. Turns out mango, strawberry and mint is AWESOME! Also really liked the pear and fennel one. Made my version of the "mean green" which wasn't as tasty, but chock full of nutrients. Might scale back on the kale next time though as that flavour really came through.

Drank lots of water throughout the day. All in all felt pretty good. Felt a bit hungry at times, but just drank juice and was fine. I tend to spread mine out throughout the day and sip them slowly. I've started pouring half servings into my glass at work so the other half stays cold while I slowly make my way through the first lot.

I did get really tired again around 3pm today. Almost fell asleep in a meeting. Had some more juice and was fine after that. Came home from work and decided to make another juice. I then went to the cinema and saw a film. Took my juice with me and while everyone else was munching on popcorn (which smelled divine!), I drank my juice. Worked really well.

I know when you start craving things while detoxing, it's actually those foods passing out of your system. The weird thing is while my initial cravings are bad things, it then turns into cravings of stir-fried veggies over brown rice or a salad or something equally healthy. I assure you, those *aren't* the foods coming out of my system right now.

Looking forward to later this week when I know from experience I'll start seeing the difference in my skin and my mental clarity. Just a few more tough days to go and then it should get pretty easy after that.

2 days down, 58 to go.

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Day 1

Day 1 didn't start out so hot. I made the mistake of buying a scale. Actually, buying the scale wasn't the mistake. Stepping on the scale was the mistake. Holy Hannah - did not EVER expect to see the number that was there. While it's great that people don't believe me when I share it with them or say that "I wear it well", it doesn't change that horrifying number. However, I needed to know my starting point and the number I will never reach again.

So, in the spirit of being honest (and I can't believe I'm putting this out to the world), the scale said I was 300.4lbs. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot? Deep breaths. As someone who is 5'10" and done sport all her life, that was horrifying. Talk about motivation!

I also took some "before" photos. I want to document my progress on this journey. Not photos I liked to see, but it is what it is and it will only get better from here.

The juicing during the day went well. I tried some recipes from the website that were pretty tasty. I had forgotten how long it takes to juice in the morning. You'd be surprised how long it takes to make 3-4 juices for breakfast and your work day. All the washing and peeling and whatnot takes some time. Made it into work a wee bit late, but not biggie.

I had a headache all day, but to be fair I woke up with one that morning so don't think it's related to the detox. I drank tons of water and had a cup of herbal tea throughout the day. I got really tired around 3pm. I'm not certain if that was a result of lack of sleep over the weekend or to do with the detox.

I got home from work around 6:30 and sat down on the Couch of Inertia to watch some tv before making my final juice of the day. I fell asleep just after 7 and didn't wake up until 11:30. I went to bed and slept through until 6:30am. Guess I needed some sleep!

Day 1 down, 59 to go.

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60 Day Juice Detox & Dry July

I'm about to embark on a 60 day juice detox. I start tomorrow. So what does this entail? Well, basically you juice all your vegetables and fruits and drink only the juice. You have 4-6 servings (16-22oz each) of juice. You put no fibre in your system and it gives you a great clean out. Details can be found here: http://www.jointhereboot.com/

Why am I doing this? Well, several reasons really. I've been overweight most of my life. It's made me unhappy that entire time which just leads to a vicious cycle. I'm tired of doing the yo-yo weight loss/gain. I've been doing a lot of work on myself the past 5 years or so. I'm far happier than I've ever been. I feel...ready for this. I'm actually looking forward to it, to resetting or rebooting my life. It's a massive challenge, but I've never been one to back down from a challenge. I did a brief 6 day juice detox right before I went to Africa. I was amazed how quickly I started to see results - my skin, my energy levels, everything was just better. I can only imagine what a 60 day one will do.

I'm also combing it with Dry July. Dry July is a fundraiser for adults living with cancer. Basically people sponsor you to be alcohol free all month. Since I'm doing my 60 day detox, I figured 30 of those days might as well be used to raise money for a good cause! If anyone would like to help sponsor me, the link is here: http://nz.dryjuly.com/profile/annikacorley Thank you in advance for any help you can offer, even if it is only words of encouragement!

Anyway, I decided to blog about my experiences during this detox. I'm always interested in the "science" behind these things and observing the changes on a daily basis. I don't know if anyone reads this anymore, but hopefully my daily observations won't bore you too much.

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