I am so thrilled you have taken the leap towards your health and wellness!  

Making a change like this is not something you can do successfully without being 100% fully committed to it.  

There's no hand holding.  This is your journey.  From this moment on you are making the commitment to become the best and healthiest version of yourself, relying on no one else but you to make that happen.

Our bodies naturally detox themselves on their own - without that ability we would all be very unwell.  This 30 day program is your extra boost of detox, so you can learn what makes your body tick and what nourishes it instead.

The process isn't finished when the 30 days are done, it's a lifetime commitment towards better health.

The simple solution is this:  If you nourish yourself with whole fruits, vegetables, grains and lean protein, and give it plenty of water and self care, then your body will have no problem detoxifying itself.  If you consume an excessive amount of fats, sugars and other inflammation inducing foods, then that buildup of toxins may be too much for your body to handle, which is where a "re-set" of the system can be so helpful. 

This course will coach you on how to make those better choices, give you meal ideas, inspiration and personalized one on one accountability.

Start Cooking at Home

As you probably know, cooking your meals at home versus getting food from restaurants and fast food chains is substantially better for you and your wallet.  However, I do want to be sure that you really see the "why" in how it is so beneficial, and a few ways to make it easier.

When you cook at home, not only do you know what ingredients are going into your food, but you can also control the amount of sugar and salt that goes into your food, as well as keep control of your portion sizes while also being able to easily avoid food allergies and sensitivities.  You're also creating more quality time with your friends and/or family, especially if you're cooking the meal together.

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That certainly doesn't mean what you make at home is any better if you don't pay attention to those pesky ingredient labels.  

For example, did you know that a half cup of Prego spaghetti sauce has 9 grams of sugar?  Or that Ken's Steak House Fat-Free Raspberry Pecan dressing has 10 grams of sugar in a serving?  That can all really add up, and since this program calls for the elimination of sugar, you'll want to get in the habit of reading labels. 

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Here are a few tips to help you get started:

1.  Invest in good cookware

Just like you would buy nice new workout gear to get you motivated to go to the gym, I suggest investing in good cookware as well.  When you have brand spankin beautiful new pieces of cookware, it can make a world of difference in your excitement level to cook.  You'll find a complete list in the "Kitchen Essentials" lesson.

2.  Stock your pantry

In another lesson, we will go over how to properly stock your pantry with all the basic necessities and how to keep it all organized.  You'll want to make sure you have certain items on hand, for when you get home late and need something quick.

3.  Meal plan and prep ahead of time 

This will save you time and money each week.  When you open the fridge and see good food, already prepped, right in front of you, chances are you'll chose that over something that isn't prepped.  Get the hard work done all at once earlier in the week to save time later on.  There will be a whole lesson on this as well.

Arguably, we probably spend more time on our phones, in front of the TV or computer than we actually realize.  Of course you might also be super busy keeping a family and home running smoothly, but that's for another time.  But for the sake of the screen time, the next time you look at a recipe or read about meal planning for two hours on a Sunday and you think, "Oh that's too time consuming", take note of how much time you're spending in front of the screen.  No matter what, get creative with your time and do what fits in with your own schedule, just don't say no to it right away.

4.  Cook extra

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Soups, stews, casseroles, grilled or roasted chicken, meatballs and marinara sauce freeze really well.  When you are making a meal like this, make extra and once it has cooled, put it immediately in the freezer into an airtight container, labeled with the date and what it is.  That way, when things get really hectic, you can just take something out, let the oven heat up with the frozen food, cook an enjoy!

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5.  Keep meals simple

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The easier the recipe is and the less ingredients that are needed, are the ones you'll want to keep in your arsenal.  Save the big long fancy recipes for weekends or special occasions.  Good food does't have to take forever to make.  You'll see that the recipes we cook together in this course have very few ingredients and most only take 20-30 minutes to put together.