DAY 1 - yeeeeeeeeee-HAH :)

WOW :) I am STILL soooo excited...it's been an amazing first day for me...I am LOVING this juice feasting...

I have drunk 4.5 litres of juice today (1 gallon + 1pint) and I feel fantastic...

started with a litre (1 quart) of green juice (celery, cucumbers, lettuce, spinach, cilantro etc)
then .5 litre (pint) of fresh pineapple juice (with rind - incredibly tasty and thick - like milk and a great liver cleanser)
then .5 litre (pint) of coconut water
then a litre (1 quart) of watermelon juice (with rind)
then .5 litre (pint) of coconut water
then a litre (1 quart) of 'blood' ;) - amazing juice with all kinds of stuff in it -celery, chard, beetroot, carrots, sprouts, cucumbers, spinach, cilantro etc - really yummy...

I have barely touched the realms of hunger all day -I feel strong and exhilarated and packed with nutrients... :)
I was really happy to be reminded by my great friend Jimmy, who is also doing a 92 juice feast right now, to CHEW the juice - mix thoroughly with saliva to get the digestive juices flowing well...

So, today I have been chewing masses of juice and enjoying these things:

1. this 3 minute video from two very amusing raw girls in Santa Monica:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=gTxVYuFJsIY

2. a 15 minute jog in the local park here - wow - I am so excited to be jogging. I didn't know I was a jogger :) I used to be a great runner as a kid, but totally lost contact with that part of myself as an obese person...now I am loving it again - just started again a few days back...I feel so free and after I finish it's like I'm gliding as I walk...

3. regular tooth brushing...yes, with all those juices going in and being thoroughly masticated, my teeth are asking for some extra help with cleansing...I now have a toothbrush positioned on my desk...I'm actually brushing my teeth as I write this LOL :)

So, many people have been writing to me today (THANK YOU all :) with wishes of good luck and support - I really appreciate it. The main question that has been coming up is:

WHY 92 DAYS???

well, apparently there are 92 elements that the body needs to function optimally (that are known) - so the juice feast programme is based around that concept...see the JUICE FEAST website for more info...

I also wanted to add in a disclaimer section here to say that this juice fast is something that I am very consciously choosing to undertake for myself - I am sharing my own experiences in this blog, not giving guidelines for others. I am in a very supportive environment for this fast and feel completely ready for it. Please take responsibility and care for your own health and if you ARE interested in undertaking a fast of any kind, seek the guidance of a health care provider first.

Disclaimer:
This blog is not designed to, and does not, provide medical advice. All content, including text, graphics, images and information available on or through this blog are for general informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You take full legal responsibility for whatever decisions you make regarding your own health care. This material is offered solely for educational purposes. The suggestion is that you think clearly for yourself and make your own decisions, with the input of a licensed health professional should you choose to consult one.

Alright, that's the legal bit out of the way...

...already today I looked at the jar of coconut oil in the kitchen and it was starting to look unappealing - wow...change is coming quick - my blood is getting cleeeeean :)

all blessings to you all,
Angela. xxx