The Quantum Wellness Cleanse, also known as Oprah's detox diet, was developed by Kathy Freston. Freston maintains that by eliminating certain foods from your diet for 7-21 days you will detoxify the body and be happier and healthier. This page provides information about how to do the Quantum Wellness Cleanse.
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before using the information presented here.
Introduction
- Author Kathy Freston maintains that some foods have toxic effects on the body, and that by eliminating them from the diet for a period of time, a person will become both healthier and happier.
Step 1: About the Quantum Wellness Cleanse
- The Quantum Wellness Cleanse recommends that you eliminate five food categories from your diet for up to 21 days. It maintains that not only will you feel physical better, but that you will improve your emotional health as well, because when you remove foods that you may have been using to deal with emotional stress you'll need to deal with the causes of the stress. The foods that should be eliminated include:
- Caffeine
- Sugar
- Alcohol
- Gluten
- Animal products
Step 2: Go Shopping for the Quantum Wellness Cleanse
- As with any diet, before beginning, you should clear your pantry of any forbidden foods, and stock up on foods that are encouraged. Go shopping for fresh fruits and vegetables, soy products, and gluten free foods. research recipes using permitted foods, so you won't feel deprived during your cleanse.
Step 3: Consider a Partial Quantum Wellness Cleanse
8freston acknowledges that doing the entire cleanses may be difficult from some people. She suggests that you can select one or two of the five food groups, and eliminate them from your diet. For example, eat no sugar, and drink no alcohol, for three weeks. She maintains that even a partial cleanses will produce physical and emotional benefits.
Conclusion
Check with your doctor before beginning the Quantum Wellness Cleanse, the same as you would with any diet.
