Detox

• Do you find it harder to lose weight in midlife?
• Are hot flashes, bloating and mood swings draining your energy?
• Do you want to cultivate healthy eating habits and a loving inner voice?

As we age our metabolism slows and inflammation increases making weight gain amazingly easy for most.  At the same time, our inner critic combined with society’s ageism can leave us depressed and anxious. This program is specially designed to address the needs of midlife women and to cultivate a loving attitude towards our aging bodies. Together we will practice an anti-inflammatory food plan while supporting the liver to get rid of toxins so you feel energized and lose weight more easily.

Did you know that food sensitivities add pounds of ‘false fat’? It is common to develop new food sensitivities as we age and this increases inflammation, food cravings, and a bloated belly. This program guides us to replace the common reactive foods with delicious options so you are free of cravings, feel greater ease of movement in our joints and have a flatter tummy.

Have you heard of intermittent fasting as a powerful fitness tool? Intermittent fasting (IF) creates 14-18 hour blocks of time in our day that is free of eating, such as 6pm until 8am. This helps to reduce insulin levels so that we can more easily burn fat as energy. After the first two weeks of the program, when food cravings are eased, it will be much easier to be successful with IF. We will aim for 2-3 days of IF a week, with an optional 1 full day of fasting with broth. Medical studies show that this is not only helpful for weight loss but also reduces risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Did you know that excess stress packs on the pounds? High levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, increase our blood sugar which we then store as fat in our body. This program encourages fun and easy stress management practices so that you feel relaxed and well rested.

Focus on Loving Your Midlife Body
I believe women are beautiful in all sizes and ages and that loving our bodies is a powerful stance for healing. Cultivating compassion for ourselves is the key to a pleasurable and easily sustainable healthy lifestyle.

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SPRING DETOX SCHEDULE
All video conferences are live with Anasuya.

MAY 1, 2019 at 12noon Pacific Time
The Pre-Cleanse Week Begins. We begin by holding a positive vision of midlife women, setting the intention of lowering inflammation and supporting pain reduction and weight loss in a context of self-love. Tips and tricks for reducing and eliminating caffeine, sugar, dairy, gluten, alcohol and other common troublesome foods with ease.

MAY 8, 2019 at 12noon PT
The Detox Diet Goes into Full Swing with specially formulated dairy free protein shakes, vegetable sides, snacks, one regular meal plus fruit-based desserts, raw veggie juices, and soothing mineral broths. We discuss navigating social situations, and tips for a digital detox using nature connection. 

MAY 22, 2019 at 12noon PT
Maximizing the Benefits of the Post Detox  Period with Intermittent Fasting. Now that cravings are greatly reduced, it is much easier to do intermittent fasting. We’ll also talk about how to do a successful food re-introduction so you can identify your unique food reactions.. 

JUNE 5, 2019 at 12 noon PT
Celebrating our Successes and Next Steps. We will share and celebrate our successes – big and small! We will also discuss the next steps to keep the weight loss and healthy habits momentum going through the summer.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Can I do a shorter detox program because I don’t think I can do 5 weeks of detox? This program is actually only 2 weeks of detox with a pre-cleanse week before, and 2 weeks of experimentation with intermittent fasting afterward. I continue the class after the detox to lock in the benefits for significantly improved results.

Can I do this program when I travel and attend family celebrations? Yes. If celebrations typically undermine your health goals, then this program is a wonderful opportunity to learn new ways to care for your needs while socializing. The kits are very convenient for travel so that you can easily mix the detox shake while on the road.

What will we eat? Special detox protein shakes provide a structural cornerstone to the meal plan for the first part of the program. They are formulated to support the liver’s natural metabolic pathways, and most people enjoy the taste. We will also focus on mineral broths, ample vegetables, fruit, small amounts of non-gluten grains, and healthy fats from avocado, ghee and nuts. Vegetarians and omnivores will consume ample protein from plant sources, or, for omnivores, from animals raised in a healthy way.  While short periods of fasting will be encouraged, they are not required and there is plenty of food in this plan.

What do I have to give up? Gradually we will reduce and/or eliminate caffeine, sugar, alcohol, and processed foods. We will substitute common food allergens such as gluten, dairy, corn, eggs and soy with delicious alternatives. Gradually we will re-introduce sensitive foods to identify the ones that cause us problems, so that you will have more confidence in making healthy food choices in the future.

I can’t give up all that. Can I take smaller steps? Yes. Everyone has different diets and some people are more comfortable making changes more slowly. For some, just giving up gluten and diet sodas is a huge step forward. One participant gave up everything but 1/2 cup of coffee a day and still had excellent results. They did the detox a second time and eliminated the coffee completely for even better effects. I encourage everyone to do as much as they can so they have the most benefit, but not to lock themselves out of the entire process if they feel they can only do part of the program. 

Will I feel bad and not be able to work? This gentle program is safe and easy to do while continuing regular activities. No laxatives or harsh herbs are used.  Some people will be more experienced and others will be new to detoxing. It’s fine to be where you are. Perfection is not expected. Simple progress on a healthier path will show good results. Sometimes people feel a little tired or achy at first, but this soon passes with the support of special detox supplements, and with relaxing lifestyle and wholesome diet suggestions.

Will the cleanse help me clear out old emotions? As the body eliminates toxins, a person may mirror this process on the emotional or spiritual level. I suggest that participants notice any attitudes, beliefs or emotional patterns that they would like to release. Participants are encouraged to schedule slow-down time each week to do nurturing activities. We will discuss healthy lifestyle tips such as nature connection, meditation, dry-brushing, journaling, exercise and creativity practices. This enhances the release of toxins on both physical, emotional and mental levels.

The 5-Week program Includes:

• 4 live group video meetings with Anasuya
  
• 1 Private 30-minute meeting with Anasuya
• Secret FB Group for sharing and asking questions between meetings
• Recordings of all meetings, copies of slides 
  
• Recipe and nutrition handouts
• Professional Line Supplement Recommendations (supplements are a separate cost)

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