The Food-Lover's Cleanse

The FoodLover's Cleanse
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The FoodLover's Cleanse
BREAKFAST

• Oatmeal with 2-3 dates, walnuts and almond milk

Nutritionist Tip: In this cleanse, we're avoiding dairy (except for yogurt) to give your digestive system a break. So use almond milk rather than cow's milk here.

• Kefir

BA Tip: Kefir is a fermented-milk product (think liquid yogurt). Learn more about kefir, including where to buy it.


LUNCH

White Bean and Esacarole Soup with Garlic

• 1 apple and a handful of nuts


SNACK

• Avocado Tartine: Spread 1/4 of an avocado on whole grain toast. Top with salt, chili, and a squirt of lime or lemon juice.

Nutritionist Tip: The portion size for most women is 1/4 of an avocado; for most men the portion size is 1/2 an avocado.

BA Tip: How to pick the best whole grain bread


DINNER

Orange and Black Olive Salad

BA Tip: Learn the best way to slice oranges for this salad.

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Braised Fennel with Lemon

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Farro, Radicchio, and Roasted Beet Salad

• Whole wheat pita with low-fat tzatziki

BA Tip: To make low-fat tzatziki, mix 1 cup Greek-style yogurt with 1 cup chopped cucumber, 3 tablespoons chopped dill, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons chopped shallots; season tzatziki generously with salt and pepper.


SNACK

Tangelo-Tangerine Pudding from Seasonal Fruit Desserts