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Preparation is Everything: The Pre Cleanse Before You Detox

Before beginning any detox or cleanse, it’s important to prepare your body and mind. Think of this as your gentle landing strip into the deeper work ahead. When we dive straight into detoxing without any prep, it can feel like a shock to the system, leading to stronger detox symptoms like headaches, fatigue, or irritability.

To get the most out of the next 7 days, we recommend easing into it with a 3-7 day pre-cleanse, a clean, simple way of eating that helps your body shift gears and begin letting go of toxins before we fully begin.

Why Follow the Pre Cleanse?

Minimises detox symptoms

Reduces cravings for sugar, caffeine, and processed foods

Starts gently cleansing the liver and colon

Prepares your taste buds and mindset for the journey ahead

What to Include (Clean In):

  • Lots of fresh vegetables (especially leafy greens and cruciferous veg like broccoli and cauliflower)

  • Raw or lightly steamed foods

  • Fresh fruits (especially low-sugar ones like berries, apples, pears)

  • Herbal teas (like peppermint, nettle, ginger, dandelion)

  • Clean water (aim for 2L daily, try adding lemon or cucumber)

  • Whole grains (like quinoa, brown rice, millet)

  • Plant-based proteins (lentils, mung beans, chickpeas)

  • Healthy fats (avocados, hemp seeds, flax oil, olive oil)

What to avoid (Clean out):

What to Reduce or Avoid (Clean Out):

  • Caffeine (begin tapering down coffee/tea to avoid withdrawal headaches)

  • Alcohol

  • Refined sugars and artificial sweeteners

  • Processed foods and ready meals

  • Dairy and gluten

  • Red meat and fried foods

  • Fizzy drinks and sugary juices

  • Excess salt and condiments

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