At the end of our drum and dance festival last month, something important happened. A dear friend of mind confided in me that she was feeling bloated and heavy. She wanted to clean up her diet, but wasn’t exactly sure where to start. Honestly, I felt the same way. Sometimes our bodies just send us signals that it’s time for a reset. With the new school semester just beginning, it felt like the perfect natural moment to try something different—maybe a cleanse.
I suggested we commit to a raw food cleanse for the entire month of August. By raw, I mean focusing on plenty of high-quality water, fresh-pressed juices, smoothies, and eating fruits and vegetables in their purest forms—uncooked and unprocessed. I’ll never forget her big, bright eyes locking on mine as she sighed…and said, “I’m in!”
She’d never done a raw food cleanse for a whole month before, but she was ready to go all in. I promised I’d be her accountability partner, sharing recipe inspo, regular check-ins, and all the motivation she’d need along the way.
Now, maybe “raw food cleanse” sounds intense. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be. The first couple of days can feel like the biggest adjustment as your body shifts gears to a new way of nourishing itself. But after that, many find newfound energy, clarity, and a reset for both palate and gut. Doing this kind of detox a few times throughout the year can be a powerful way to practice discipline, build consistency with healthy habits, and refresh your overall wellbeing.
So, I want to invite you to take a step with me this month and do something different too. Whether joining the cleanse or simply adopting a healthier habit, there are some exciting ways to connect coming up:
1. Join the Address Your Thirst First Hydration Challenge
Starting September 1st through 21st, join us as we focus on hydration—the simplest and most powerful wellness habit and way to cleanse the body. Learn more and join here.
2. Take a Meal Prep Fundays Cooking Classes
We’ve launched in-person cooking classes with two sessions this August:
- Comfort Foods on August 16th
- Juicing on August 23rd
Discover the class that fits your needs and get inspired in the kitchen! Find out more here.
3. Book Private Chef Services
Looking for streamlined meals beyond our Essential Meals 2Go? Our Private Chef services offer personalized, made-for-you meal plans — perfect for busy lifestyles. Feel free to reach out and book a Be Well Discovery Call here.
This is your chance to reset, refresh, and recommit to your well-being in a supportive community. Ready to go all in or simply curious about what it feels like to try something new? Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you.
Let’s make this August a month of transformation—we can do it together.
WORK WITH US!
Changing your diet and getting on track can be tough. If you are looking to eat and be healthier but not sure where to start, consider scheduling a BE WELL DISCOVERY CALL to get clarity on your next steps. We are looking forward to supporting you.
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Much love, Essentially Chef Beee 🌱
Your Lifestyle Medicine Health Coach & Plant-Based Chef
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