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I’m 3 days into the Max Phase of the challenge and I’m feeling nauseated after lunch, I believe from taking so many supplements/vitamins in such a short time frame. Are there any options for spreading out the pills and still being successful? Thanks for your help!!
@ Jennifer,
The lunch pills should be taken on empty stomach half hour before lunch.
What is the rule of thumb on the amount of sugar in foods I can eat. For example, I am eating Nature Valley Protein Chewy Bars for a snack. The total sugars are 6grams. Is this too high? What is the daily amount of sugar that is in items like this that can be consumed? For example, today, I had one of the above bars am snack and one for afternoon snack. I also had some peanut butter with an apple that had 4 grams of sugar for a total of 16 grams of sugar today. is that an acceptable amount?
@ Tracey,
On the cleanse we eliminate sugar and wheat, etc. so no bars. Peanut butter as a snack needs to be natural – no sugar added.
Can you take a multi-vitamin during the 10 Day cleanse?
@ Heather,
You can take.
Hi, I will be starting the challenge on Nov 1st. This is the meal plan that I have planned out. Can you please let me know what you think. Of course I will be following all the guidelines, with the fiber drink,water, spark, and vitamins, just the like the plan states.
Bkfst: 2 hard boiled eggs and 1 c fruit
Snack: 1 bag of almonds (100 calories or less) or 1 hard boiled egg
Lunch: Chef salad (romaine or leafy greens), turkey or chicken breast w/vinegar and 2tbs of olive oil
Snack; cucumbers
Dinner: 4-6 oz lean meant i.e. Turkey, chicken or venison, vegetables
Snack: almonds
@ Brenda,
Much better!
Can you drink carbonated sodas like Sprite Zero while on the 24 day challenge
@Marne,
No soda.
Tomorrow will be Day 5 of the Cleanse for me. I am SO overwhelmed with all the different and varying information out there. You say not to do the meal replacement shake for breakfast during the cleanse, but the pamphlet I received with the challenge, gives you the option of doing the shake. So, that’s what I’ve been doing every morning. I never have time in the morning to make breakfast. Also, you said no green tea during the cleanse; however, it must have been on a different website where they stated you could have unlimited green tea. One other thing, I am not experiencing the “energy” with the Spark drink and have actually felt pretty crappy first few days of the challenge; stomach cramps, gurgling noises, and very low energy.
@ Tammie,
Your body is adapting. Drink lots of water. You can have 2-3 Sparks per day.
I’m a Allergic to both dairy and eggs can I do the 24day challenge ?
@ Laura,
Dairy is eliminated during the cleanse. You can use other protein instead of eggs. Get the vegetarian meal replacement shake.
I have read everything I can see for vegetarians… Just a quick question… Since the calorie and carb content are higher while the protein is lower…. Do I weigh the protein amount the same? For example 2 grillers equals 6 oz., but now I am looking at 180 calories and 24 grams carbs. Same goes for tofu… Higher in carbs and calories for weight.
@ Melissa,
If you are not losing fast enough, you will need to adjust. Use the vegetarian meal replacement shake as an option also.
Can I use honey with my oats in Phase 2 of 24 day?
For best results, eliminate honey and sugar.
Today was my first day on the challenge but right after I drank the Fiber, I vomited. What should I do?
See the advice about the fiber drink here.
Hello.
I am scheduled to start the 24 day challenge tomorrow. Unfortunately, I have come down with the flu and started amoxillin a couple of days ago. Is it ok to move forward with the challenge while on the medication?
@ JD,
You might want to wait a few days until you feel better.
I really want to do the 10 day cleanse again i felt do great. I did it last month and its suggested every 90 days only , why is that?
@ L,
Follow the Phase 2 MNS until the 90 day mark.
Nursing and feel like I can’t take anything on the 24 day challenge what’s safe n not I am on day 10 but I modified a lot
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How often can you do the 24 day challenge??
@ Paisley,
The cleanse can be done every 90 days. Just continue with Phase 2 in between.
I forgot to take my Herbal cleanse pills last night is it ok to take them in the am?
No, just continue on.
During the cleanse phase, is it ok to substitute a meal replacement shake for breakfast? I find it hard to eat that much early in the morning and I love the shakes. Thanks!
Our team eliminates dairy during the cleanse, so wait until the Max Phase. I love them too!
can I drink crystal light while on the 24 day challenge??
@ Jody,
For best results, use Spark and plain water or water with lemon.
Can you substitute Advocare Bars instead of the Meal Replacement for breakfast?
For best results, wait until after the 24 Day Challenge before substituting the bars.
How does spark and rehydrate affect glycemic load?
Can I take Advil while I am on the 24 day challenge?
@ Barbara,
Always check with your doc on medical questions, but many over the counter medications are not a problem if they don’t contain sugar.
I need help!
I had a clinic today where lunch was served. I ate what was served which all was not to be ate while in the last day of the cleanse phase. What can I do to get back on schedule?
@ Richard,
This post may help you.
I’m a vegeterian and I’m struggling with my protien at meal time. I’m not a big fan of tofu or at least i havent learned to prepare it in a appetizing way and you can only eat so many eggs. Any suggestions on getting my protien?
@ Danielle,
Try the suggestions here and try Soy Boy tofu.
I accidentally took the dinner drink on day 4 instead of the probiotic restore. .. should I still take those pills?
@ Chris,
Dinner drink???
I just started the lean in 13 and was wondering if I could use a post recovery workout shake in place of the muscle gain?
Thanks
We advise on the 24 Day Challenge.
I am on the 3rd day of the second phase of the 24 day challenge and looking ahead to tomorrow d(refuel day), I saw that before bed I was to have one serving of Muscle Gain. Is that the same as one Muscle gain shake? I didn’t buy the canister, only the pouches. Thanks!
@ Amanda,
We don’t use Muscle Gain until after the cleanse since our group eliminates dairy during the cleanse.
Can I take any advocare products while nursing?
Our FAQs have answers to common questions like this.
I am on Day 3. I just realized I took the probiotics at night on day 1 & 2 instead of the herbal cleanse pills!! What do I do?
@ Jennifer,
Just continue on.
I have seen information not to use mayo and then I also see info that you can use mayo if its a particular kind. Is that for only phase two and what kinds are ok
Using a small amount of Hellman’s canola may is okay. Other’s have twice as many calories, more fat, and lots of sugar added. Keep portion size to 1.5 teaspoons for best results.
I am on Day 4 and have followed to the tee— this afternoon I started experieced pain in my stomach… I dont know what to do… I increased my water thinking perhaps it was the toxiins??? I went totally off of coffee and soda (Pepsi) 3 days ago…. but my stomach is doing flips and cramping?
@ Maric,
Drink lots of water, and read this.
Can I drink a green tea with honey if it says zero calories from fat but also says 100 calories?? It’s the Arizona green tea, no sugar.
@ Ashley,
No green tea during the cleanse. No honey or sugar. Stick to Spark and water for best results. You can use herbal tea with no sugar or honey added.
Can I take Advil while doing the 24 day challenge?
@ L,
Should not be a problem.
Is it safe to start the 24 day challenge while taking Lexapro?
@ Nikki,
Discuss any medical conditions and medications with your doctor. You can review complete information on any product by clicking under the picture. https://www.advocare.com/09101137/Store/ItemDetail.aspx?itemCode=99050&id=A&flavor=b
what type of nuts can i eat during the 24 day challenge? i have been eating almonds and i am on my 6th day of the cleanse but need some new options thanks
@ Kim,
Raw almonds are suggested. Try hard boiled eggs as a snack. You can also use Muscle Gain in Phase 2 as a great snack.
i took my probiotic tablets without taking the fiber for the past 3 days im on day 10 should i take them for the next 3 days and then start phase 2 ?
@ Jackie,
Just continue on as if you had taken them – start Phase 2.
I messed up and didn’t take my probiotics. I’m now supposed to be starting the mns. Did I mess the whole thing up? What should I do?
@ Kristen,
Just continue on.
Hi, I was on Day 3 and became sick and was unable to continue. It’s been 3 weeks and I have the rest of the challenge products and I want to start over. Can I pick up where I left off and still have results or do I need to purchase Phase 1 and start over? I want to do this!!
@ Lyndsey,
IT would be best to do a complete challenge, but you can pick up from there.
I took the MNS colored this morning on accident and took an herbal cleanse packet tonight. Will this affect anything?
@ Tarah,
Continue on.
What seasonings can you use in the cleanses phase? Can you chew sugarless gum?
@ Sande,
Spices are great. Watch out for high amounts of sodium in some seasonings, and use natural spices. For best results avoid sugarless gum and additional artificial sweeteners.
Can you do the 24 day cleanse while taking antibiotics?
@ Carlton,
Information is here.
Hi I was wondering if I could do the 24 day challenge while im nursing. My baby is currently 7 weeks old.
@ Kayla,
Here is a list that shows which products you can use.
The chart I received was cut off and I didn’t see that I was supposed to be taking the herbal cleanse tablets at night. Should I start taking them on the second part of the cleanse? I’m on day 10.
@ Cait,
Not for Phase 2.