Starting a Reboot for you

For those of you who would like to try a Reboot in your life, here's some information:

I'm excited that you are taking this step. My mom and I have seen a great improvement in how we feel. First, try to watch the movie "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead." It's on Netflix if you have access to it. Second, talk to your family and friends and make sure you have a group support network. They can't help you change, but if they aren't supporting you, then can help you fall. Third, go to http://jointhereboot.com . Once you are on the website go to "Take Our Assessment" which should be on the lower right side. They will ask you some questions about your current eating habits and find which reboot program will be best for you. I did the "Reboot Entry Program." Then from the main page go to tab that says "Reboot Program." Don't click on it, just put your mouse over it and then go down to the program they suggested for you. Read about it and click "Get Started." If you've already done that, then click on "Getting Ready for your Reboot Entry" read it and also click on "During Your Reboot Entry." In the "During Your Reboot Entry" page you'll read about the reboot that you'll be doing and they have menus for each day if you want to follow them. We followed them, but not exactly because something came up or we had leftovers that we ate instead. Also, if you go to the top of the page to tab that says "Reboot Program" and put your mouse over it again, you can go down to "Recipes." I copied all the recipes into a word file and printed them, then put them in a binder that I keep on the kitchen counter. I also printed out the instructions and the menus minus the recipes since I had already printed them out. I know that website can be confusing, but if you explore a little, there's a lot of good information on there.

Equipment:
We use a regular blender that you can buy at Target or Walmart or wherever you want. You'll also need a juicer. The website does let you know about buying one, but we already had one (that we had never used). We did see ones at Fred Meyers (which is a local store) for around $90-100. Get to know your juicer. We use it everyday! You'll also need a vegetable steamer basket (or a steamer) and a stock pot for making the soup. Also, have a spray bottle of olive oil. We bought a regular spray bottle that we refill.

The Food:

Be organized! It will save you time, money, and frustration! Look at the meal plans and make a list of what you need before you go to the store. I suggest only buying for 2-3 days at a time. We found that things went bad if we buy them too far in advance. Buy from local farms if you can, or buy organic if you can afford it. If you don't know what something is or where to get it, feel free to ask me. I've been meaning to post pictures of the different kinds of vegetables and fruits. If there's a Trader Joe's near you, check it out. I love them! Try new things and even ones you've tried before. You'll be surprised what you'll like. If you try a recipe once and don't like it, either change it around or use a different one that you do like. Stock up on Olive Oil. You'll use a lot.

Warning:

The first couple of days you'll be tired and need the restroom often. This will change over time and you'll find that you will have more energy, a clearer mind, and less cravings. We have been doing this for over 2 wks and we don't want a lot of the old foods.

If you want any questions, don't hesitate to ask! I'm excited to hear how this goes for you!

Good luck and Have fun!