Simple Activated Charcoal Lemonade Cleanse

Daily detox practices are beneficial for decreasing your overall toxic load so that you can thrive & be vibrant every day!

During a change in seasons, at the beginning of a new year, and after a period of stress, are all examples of opportune times to emphasize cleansing practices by adding in something to additionally support your detoxification organs.

This simple detox elixir is simple to make, it's inexpensive and lasts when refrigerated - given that you remember to pour yourself a cup before bed - all you truly have to do is: pop off the lid, pour and enjoy! Making this the SIMPLEST reset cleanse for even the busiest bodies.

Dark Arts Elixir

Makes 4 servings

What you need:

4 cups filtered water (I use reverse osmosis with trace mineral drops)

1/3-1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (more or less to taste, I like more)

1/4 cup pure maple syrup (Grade B or No.2)

1 tsp (about 3-4 capsules) activated charcoal (available in powder or capsules)

Pinch of Himalayan salt

What to do:

-Juice your fresh lemons using a citrus juicer - this handheld juicer will maximize your lemon juice yield and make your citrus juicing life way easier. Add your fresh lemon juice to a pitcher.

- If you're working with activated charcoal that comes in capsules, like this - gently squeeze and twist the capsule to open it, and carefully pour all of the contents into your pitcher with the L juice. Activated charcoal can be messy, so be mindful!

-Add the rest of your ingredients to the pitcher, then whisk well to evenly combine and refrigerate

-Enjoy on an empty stomach, 1-hour before a meal or before bed. You will have to stir the mixture again as the charcoal likes to settle at the top/bottom.

-Portion out servings into seal-able mason jars for convenience (optional)

-Lasts 5-days when refrigerated

NOTES:

-I like to prepare this in a 1L mason jar, I adjust the water accordingly so that everything fits, to prepare I simply add my ingredients, screw on the lid - shake, shake, shake and refrigerate. 

-Activated charcoal is designed to detox - symptoms include, but are not limited to headaches, nausea, foggy brain, skin breakouts, irritability and low energy. With any new regimen, start slow and listen to your body! These symptoms will pass and then you should experience increased energy, clear skin, decreased bloating, better sleep, positive vibes and more.

-You can enjoy this for several days as a cleanse, or you can prepare as needed.

WHO SHOULDN'T USE ACTIVATED CHARCOAL?

Do not use activated charcoal if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult with your practitioner if you are taking any other medications before consuming. Activated charcoal is a powerful detoxifier and is not selective on what it flushes out. Using activated charcoal may decrease the effectiveness of your medications. Always take activated charcoal on an empty stomach, away from food or other supplements as it can interfere with nutrient absorption. Drink and cleanse responsibly & yes, activated charcoal may change the colour of your #2's.

• Activated Charcoal
• Lemon
• Pure Maple Syrup
• Himalayan Salt
• Filtered Water

As a holistic nutritionist, cleansing is not new to me - in my life ventures and journey to where I am today - I have taken part in countless cleansing and detox regimens, and while I've felt many benefits (and side effects) - I've simplified my practices over the years.

What I practice in my own lifestyle, and what I recommend to my clients and readers, is one and the same. I promote taking part in daily detox practices that work behind the scenes long-term, without debilitating you, like some short duration, high-intensity cleanses can.

This simple Detox Elixir is sure to provide you with some positive change so that you can get on track to feeling your best.

Check out Your Guide to Detox - complete with detox approved recipes + blog posts + online programs - all to make for a successful cleanse!

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