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The 7 Steps

The 7 steps are:

1. Set your goals
   
2. Commitment to the plan and what you will need to do to be successful
   
3. Principles of natural weight loss
   
4. How to eat
   
5. How to exercise
   
6. Lifestyle habits and how to make this process as unobtrusive and enjoyable as possible so you maintain your results forever
   
7. Improve health, have more energy and lose weight naturally – additional tips and tricks
   

Implement these 7 steps from Weight Loss Naturally and you can lose up to 10 pounds in the first 7 days. With the information from step 6 you will be able to build long term habits and maintain this progress permanently.

You have already taken the first steps toward natural weight loss, improved health and increased energy by reading this book. Take the information and the plan outlined in the 7 steps and implement it in to your life today.

35 smoothie receipts for weight loss success!

By: Abigail Cruise

Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading the book:
7-Day Smoothie Cleanse: Lose Up to 10 Pounds in 7 Days!
This book will jump start your weight loss, intensify your energy level, clear your mind, and improve your overall health!

This book…

• provides you with a unique 7 day smoothie plan that is specifically designed for your lifestyle;
  
• includes strategies on how to customize the cleanse to fit your lifestyle needs, while staying within the limitations of a cleanse that will bring noticeable results;
  
• provides you with a 7-Day weight loss smoothie plan that will have you losing up to 10lbs in just 7 days and unlike many other programs that claim to give you similar results, this book includes customized meal plans based YOUR unique lifestyle (whether it be sedentary, moderate or active--the best part is you can mix and match the receipts based on your weekly workout routine);
  
• And includes all the recipes, ingredients, a shopping list, and all the steps you need to know! If you successfully implement this 7-Day Smoothie Cleanse, you will…
  
• start losing weight without working out as hard;
  
• begin burning that dreaded hard to loss fat, especially belly fat, thigh fat and arm fat;
  
• and loss inches off your waist and other hard-to-lose areas !
  
• Thanks again for downloading this book, I hope you enjoy it!
  

WHAT IS THE SEVEN DAY SMOOTHIE CLEANSE?

The seven day smoothie cleanse is a seven day program designed to detox/ cleanse your body. It comprises of healthy, leafy, vegetables, fruit, superfoods and water.

To define it in simple words, a smoothie cleanse is the period of time when you replace all your meals with freshly prepared smoothies. It provides your body with the much needed break from digesting heavy, non-liquid foods. It provides your body with an opportunity to rest recover and reset. It is known to provide a number of benefits such as detoxification, weight loss, stronger immunity etc. It also ensures that you take control of your health by developing a healthy relationship with food.

The definite benefits that you can expect this program to deliver are:

• Weight loss (in fact you can lose up to 10 pounds in seven days – and that too without exercise)
  
• Mental clarity (and enhanced memory too)
  
• Elevated energy levels (who doesn’t want more zest in life?)
  
• Better quality of sleep (yes, you will sleep like a baby….)
  
• Enhanced digestion (and reduced bloating)
  
• No cravings (you will love the manner in which your taste buds reprogram to desire only healthy, nutrient rich food)
  
• Radiant skin and eyes (oh yes, whiter teeth and pinker gums too!)
  

And
your body will thank you for treating it in the manner it deserves to be treated
!

Isn’t that phenomenal? That’s what we all want, correct?

Did you know that the first and most important step to weight loss is detoxification?

A number of traditional (read FAD) diet programs suggest elimination of proteins, fats and dairy from the diet. Now, that is not the solution because your body NEEDS these nutrients in a specific amount. Therefore, eliminating them from your diet for an extended period of time may do more harm than good.

Let me ask you a few questions:

Have you experienced fatigue on days when you do not consume enough calories? That’s your body craving for wholesome foods and complete nutrition!

Are you prone to consuming all three macronutrients (fats, proteins, carbohydrates) in excess amounts and that too consistently? This may lead to accumulation of fat in your body!

Have you heard about doctors recommending an increase in your protein consumption post an injury? Did you know that protein hastens the healing process?

And what if you do not consume enough protein? Children who are deficient in protein also experience slow growth!

Too much of wrong fats can put you at a risk of heart diseases. Too little of good fats are dangerous too! (Did you know that good fats not only provide you with energy but also enable the movement of certain vitamins – K, E, D and A into the bloodstream? They regulate your body temperature and help in brain development too).

Dieting alone is not the solution to elimination of toxins (the first step in your weight loss journey) and incorrect/ FAD diet plans may help you lose weight temporarily but they will for sure make you weak (physically and mentally).

So, what is the solution?

Well, the most impactful weight loss programs are designed to lay great emphasis on fat loss as well as detoxification – this can help you achieve your overall wellness and health goals
.

The seven day smoothie cleanse is one such program. The ingredients used in the smoothies will ensure that you receive optimum nutrition, achieve your weight loss goals and elevate your health – they will heal you!

Imagine your body receiving nothing but pure nutrients? How about these pure nutrients reaching each and every cell in your body? And then there is a bonus associated – receiving the bulk from the fiber and feeling super full! Elevating the consumption of vegetables and fruits in your diet provides your body with an opportunity to shed superfluous fat and water weight that is built up from the toxins deposited in your body. Smoothies clubbed with simple and effective strategies for healthy weight loss can surely do a great deal of benefit.

The daily intake of fiber recommended for women is 25 grams. This is 38 grams for men. Pears, apples and blackberries have the highest concentration of fiber (around seven grams per serving). How about blending some apples, pears, spinach, carrots and flaxseed together? Imagine the amount of fiber that gets into your system! Add some water into this and you also get the fluid necessary for metabolism.

Consuming a glassful of green smoothie can provide you the required nutrition, minerals, vitamins, fiber, carbohydrates and low fat whole food. What else would you need to shed those extra pounds? Plus you don’t need to starve yourself! Green smoothies can actually reduce and gradually eliminate your cravings for junk food.

Consuming a glassful of nutritionally packed smoothie every day can lead you to achieve and maintain optimal health through strengthening your immune system and enhancing your digestion. Needless to say, smoothies can help you repair, regenerate and heal along with providing the energy and vitality that you so much require for a zestful living!

The seven day cleanse allows you to enjoy best of both worlds – your gastro intestinal track gets a break because the food is blended so well and therefore easily digestible and your body benefits as a result of the amazing nutrition it receives
.

It does have some commonalities with conventional fasts – no junk foods, highly processed and refined foods, no refined sugar or coffee or normal tea….

But you love your coffee
?

Well, you can still have green tea (it has some caffeine) that ensures that your body receives loads of antioxidants too…

One of the main components of smoothies is water (this may in the form of crushed ice, plain water or juice from the fruits or veggies that you are blending). This does ensure that every cell in your body is optimally hydrated.

Does hydration provide specific benefits to your body? Well, here are some:

And there is a lot more to the list! In fact, your relationship with water determines your success in weight loss programs!

And here comes the best part –
post completion of this program, you will never have to rely on counting calories
. The reason for this is your reprogrammed taste buds – they will only crave for healthy, nutrient dense, natural foods.

But we are talking about smoothies for seven days! Can they serve as meal replacements
?

Absolutely! Just blend some delicious colorful fruits and vegetables, add in a dash of protein, include some grains, nuts and super foods and experience the magic! You have a perfect, healthy, smart meal replacement!

Heard about superfoods? I would like to mention these because you will see a lot many superfoods included in the recipes that you read, prepare and relish as a part of this program. You should know and understand how what you are putting into your mouth impacts your overall health!

I would term superfoods as the magic pill that can provide you with all the nutrition that you require and also help you lose weight, without feeling hungry. This pill tastes amazing, promotes wellness and promises great health too!

Typically, foods that can multitask and possess at least a dozen health benefits are termed as super foods. An example here could be goji berry which is known for its immune stimulating, liver cleansing, antiaging and antioxidant properties, along with serving as a rich source of protein and trace minerals.

Super foods can be considered as foods as well as medicines. They are the most nourishing, potent, nutrient dense foods available on the planet. They are delicious and satiating. They have the potential to improve your immunity, increase the production of serotonin in your body, improve your digestion and cleanse your body. They almost always exceed your protein, vitamin, minerals, glycol-nutrients and essential fatty acids requirements. They can nourish you at the deepest possible level and are fast, fresh, easy and fun! You will see loads of superfoods in the recipes provided as a part of this program. This
will ensure that you receive optimum nutrition as you discover your new slim down mantra
.

The health principle involved here is that your blender will break down most of the surface area of these super foods, fruits and vegetables; and your body will be able to assimilate the nutrition provided by the ingredients in your smoothie. Takes a lot of load off your liver, right?

This seven day smoothie cleanse can enable you to unleash the healing powers of the body through elimination of built up toxins and by flooding your system with impactful antioxidants and nutrients. It can be considered as taking the first step towards a life style change by incorporating healthier choices and re-evaluating your connection with food.

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE SEVEN DAY CLEANSE

The seven day cleanse is a
full cleanse
. This implies that you are not allowed to consume any meals during the day – you can only consume power packed, yummy smoothies.

The cleanse incorporates three smoothies, snacks (could be a smaller smoothie) and water or green tea for the entire period of seven days.

Here are some helpful tips on the ingredients:

• All ingredients used in your smoothie must be raw. You can use superfoods, fruits, green leafy vegetables, water and even green tea in your smoothies.
  
• Try and incorporate at least one or few dark leafy vegetables in your smoothies. These may include spinach, beet greens, kale, arugula, bok choy, chard/Swiss chard, collard greens, carrot top leaves, parsley, dandelion greens, lettuce (especially with dark green leaves), mustard greens, spring greens, radish tops, sorrel, watercress and turnip greens.
  
• Try and incorporate at least one or few superfoods in your recipes. These may include goji berries, acai berries, flaxseeds, chia seeds, blueberries, spirulina, cacao nibs, hemp powder, etc.
  
• Discard the stems of your greens. This will enhance the taste of your smoothie.
  
• Try and rotate your greens for each subsequent smoothie, this will ensure that your smoothie do not look and taste monotonous.
  
• Ensure that you include adequate amount of protein in your smoothie – this can come from some green vegetables (such as kale and spinach), superfoods (such as nuts, spirulina, wild blue green algae, hemp, bee pollen, goji berries, chia seeds etc.). Incorporate superfoods into your green smoothies to ensure that you meet your daily requirement of protein and keep your metabolism high.
  
• It is a good idea to add fruits into your smoothies. However, you must not overdo them. Try and include low sugar fruits such as apples, limes, lemons, cherries, blueberries, gojiberries and raspberries into your smoothies, especially if you are diabetic or on a sedentary lifestyle. (Diabetics must always consult their doctor before beginning this diet). High sugar fruits such as kiwis, mangoes, bananas, pineapples, apricots, etc. can also be included in the smoothies. These should, however, be avoided by diabetics. A person with a highly active lifestyle may actually need these fruits.
  
• Always use ripe fruit in your smoothies – it can be frozen or fresh.
  
• Stevia is used in most of the recipes as it is a natural sweetener.
  
• Always try and use organic ingredients. If you cannot source organic, try and wash off the pesticides with vinegar, water and other special cleansers available at food stores.
  
• You could use spring water, purified water, alkaline water or ice in your recipes. Tap water should not be used.