Fasting for one to three days while consuming fresh juices and clear broth is often referred to as a “juice and broth cleanse.” During this period, it’s essential to ensure that you’re getting enough nutrients and staying well-hydrated. Many local juice bars will offer various cleanses and detox protocols. They can be expensive, but if it gets you there, it’s worth it. Here’s a daily menu for a 1 to 3-day juice and broth cleanse, along with a shopping list:

Day 1:

Breakfast:

• Freshly squeezed orange juice (3-4 oranges)
• Herbal tea (e.g., chamomile or lemon & honey)

Lunch:

• Green juice (kale, cucumber, celery, apple, lemon)
• Clear vegetable broth (homemade or store-bought)
• Herbal tea

Snack:

• Carrot juice (4-5 carrots)

Dinner:

• Beet and ginger juice (beets, apple, ginger)
• Clear vegetable broth
• Herbal tea

Day 2:

Breakfast:

• Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice (2 grapefruits)
• Herbal tea

Lunch:

• Spinach and cucumber juice (spinach, cucumber, apple, lemon)
• Clear vegetable broth
• Herbal tea

Snack:

• Celery juice (4-5 celery stalks)

Dinner:

• Carrot and ginger juice (carrots, apple, ginger)
• Clear vegetable broth
• Herbal tea

Day 3:

Breakfast:

• Freshly squeezed lemon water (warm water with lemon)
• Herbal tea

Lunch:

• Green juice (kale, cucumber, celery, apple, lemon)
• Clear vegetable broth
• Herbal tea

Snack:

• Beet juice (beets, apple)
• Herbal tea

Dinner:

• Butternut squash soup (clear broth with butternut squash puree)
• Herbal tea

Shopping List:

Fresh Produce:

• Oranges
• Grapefruits
• Lemons
• Kale
• Cucumbers
• Celery
• Apples
• Ginger
• Beets
• Spinach
• Carrots
• Butternut squash

Herbal Tea:

• Chamomile tea
• Lemon & Honey tea

Clear Vegetable Broth:

• You can purchase clear vegetable broth from the store or make it at home using a mix of vegetables like carrots, onions, celery, and seasonings.

Remember to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. This cleanse should only be done for a short period, and it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any fasting or cleanse regimen, especially if you have any underlying health conditions. Listen to your body and stop the cleanse if you experience any adverse effects.