My favorite veggie sandwich, from Lenny’s
Healthy Eating 2011
Like most of you out there, I’m feeling a little gross after holiday over-indulgence. Here’s the detox I followed for two weeks last year, complete with some great meal ideas. This year I’m not feeling as terrible, so I’m not going to treat this as a “detox,” but more so just a healthy eating boost.
I’m on day three and I haven’t had any meat, dairy, or processed sugary snacks or baked goods (my Achilles’ heel).
Luckily red wine and dark chocolate (two of my most beloved vices) are good for you in moderation. (Yesterday, the Early Show did a segment about the health benefits of chocolate; read more here). If I have one of these treats in addition to my complex carbs and veggies, I won’t beat myself up.
Also, taking a page from Ms. Nadia, I’m now drinking a cup of hot water and lemon juice every morning before I do anything else, as a pre-day clense. Read her article about this here.
Does anyone know the truth about eating fruit first thing in the morning on an empty stomach? I’ve heard it’s good for you—that you absorb more nutrients and it cleanses your body—but I see a lot of contradicting information about it online. Leave a comment if you know the answer, or have any other good healthy eating/detox advice.
