I have lots of tips for success when eating out during the 24 Day Challenge. Today I reveal my favorite meal for eating out in a restaurant during the cleanse or the balance of the 24 Day Challenge. This works in many restaurants.
Order grilled salmon (or other fish) with no starch and a double order of veggies. You can add fresh fruit (naked) for dessert if desired. Here is how I order it. I ask to have the salmon grilled with no oil, butter or sauce (the natural omegas in salmon keep it plenty moist, and I don’t want to risk them drowning the fish in oil or even worse, butter). I ask to have my veggies steamed with no butter or oil or sauce. That way you get fresher veggies that have not been sitting in oil in a saute pan.
As easy as this sounds, I was only having 60% chance of getting what I really wanted until I adopted the following strategy. I tell the waitperson ahead of time that “I apologize that I am going to be difficult”, or that “I have have food restrictions”, and say I hope he/she can help me out. This has really helped improve the chances of getting it right, except when the waitress asked me what “steamed” was. Yikes – no help there! When I asked her to check after she said there were none, I did actually did get the order. She pushed a bowl of veggies at me and said ” your steamed veggies, ha!”
Remember, it is your choice what you put in your body. You don’t have to eat things that you don’t want while you are tying so hard to achieve success and be healthy.
Can you eat an unlimited amount of bell peppers?
@ Christy,
You should be fine with that.
What do I do if I can’t handle the meal replacement shakes? Can’t get them down! 🙁
@ Jamy,
You mean they are too thick? You can add more water. We love them – flavored by Häagen-Dazs. If you don’t like the flavor, trya another. Our fave is vanilla.
I am on the 10 day clease part of the 24 day challenge. I lost 3.9 lbs from day 1-4. I woke up this morning (day 5) and gained 1.8 back. I eat 1000-1200 calories a day and only 4oz of protien 2-3 times a day. I eat carbs and fruit only on the refule days I am litterally following the rules as I am supposed to and I don’t know why I would do so well and then back track.
@ Crystal,
We do the 24 Day Challenge, and then maintenance on this site. It is about following the instructions as opposed to counting calories.
This is our 6th day on the challenge and I’m running out of meal options. IS there somewhere on the internet that gives more ideas??? also I was told NO SALT. But dont seem to see it in writing any where, is this allowed or not?
@ Carrie,
You can have salt, but it should be limited amounts. Excess sodium will cause you to retain water. Look at suggestions here https://bestnewhometips.com/updated-grocery-guide/
Instead of ground turkey is ground chicken good for buffalo burgers?
@ Df0xfan37,
Lean ground chicken is great to use.
in your comments you say for people to avoid eating pasta… however… in reading the booklet that comes with the 10 day cleanse it says that you can have pasta,breads, and rice in the WHOLE GRAIN form…. and says to avoid white rice and white bread? Also, it doesn’t state anywhere in the packet to avoid dairy?
@ Ruby,
The advice here is the method our group has used for success and quickest results.
I’m on Day 4 of Cleanse and just ate something I shouldn’t have….am I totally messed up?? Ate a piece of bread that I shouldn’t have….so irritated!!!
@ Dana,
Continue on…. 🙂
im on my 3rd day and i been feeling dizzy. do you know what might be causing that
@ Elvira,
Be sure you are following the instructions (also review the checklist), and be sure you are drinking lots of water and eating enough.
Can I have my morning and afternoon snack options with my meals instead of eating them at the specific intervals? I feel like it would give me more options for recipes…I’m tired of just lemon juice or vinegar on my salad. I’d like to make a dressing with avocado blended into it.
@ Carrie,
Not sure what you are putting in the dressing besides avocado?
is sashimi okay during the 24dc?
@ Laura, You can use, but avoid soy sauce.
I have felt nauseous after I take the thermo pill and after I eat. Is that normal I’m only on day 2 of cleanse and if so when does the feeling go away?
@ Crystal,
Take thermoplus AFTER the cleanse phase. Are you following the plan as on the instructions? https://bestnewhometips.com/instructions-and-checklists/
What would you recommend for salad dressing from a restaurant?
@Amy,
I wouldn’t use any. Just a little oil and vinegar (not balsamic).
why no balsamic? I’ve been using it for 23 days!! 🙁
@ Laura,
Balsamic contains sugar and some have a problem with it.
is turkey bacon or turkey sausage ago while on the cleanse?
@ Lori,
For best results, stick to plain turkey and other suggested proteins. https://bestnewhometips.com/program-instructions/
Can you eat whole wheat pasta or rice pasta? And should these be avoided in phase 1? Also if I’m a vegetarian, are beans ok for protein or ate you counting those as a carb?
No pasta. The beans would count as the complex carb. Use tofu,also eggs if you eat them.
Hello,
Strange on the green tea, as page six of the 10 day program for foods to eat and foods to avoid. Is shows herbal tea as something to have? Can you explain?
thank you,
RJ
@ RJ,
Best results are using water and Spark., but decaf tea once a day is acceptable. Green tea has caffeine.
Hello, Can I drink Green Tea instead of water? if so, how much green tea can I have a day?
Thank you,
RJ
@ RF,
No green tea – stick to water and Spark.
Have a girlfriend that wants to do the 24 day challenge, but has peanut allergies and the Shakes have the warning on them. Can she substitute something for the shake? The bars have the same warning.
Bars are for after the 24 Day, and are a convenience, not a necessary item. Berries and hard boied eggs work for the breakfast if there is an issue. A double portion of Muscle Gain could help.
Does it need to be hard boiled eggs? Is there something special about the type or consistency of the eggs?
The good thing about hard boiled eggs is that you haven’t added anything to them. You can have fried or scrambled with no added milk or butter. Use a nonstick pan and PAM.
can we have light/ natural popcorn?
This is not a food recommended during the 24 Day challenge. For optimal results, try to stick with recommended foods.
can u drink liquor after the 10 days?
@Perla,
For best results, try to stay on clean plan for 80-90% of the time.
Is there a list of foods to avoid? I am about to start the cleanse & see the grocery list but didn’t know dairy was restricted. I want to make sure I follow everything. I saw you can have chocolate covered strawberries & eggs. Confused on what is NOT allowed.
Chocolate covered strawberries???
You can get all program instructions to print out, and meal suggestions here:
https://bestnewhometips.com/program-instructions/
Just recieved my Advocare 24 day challange in the mail. I am confused on the specifics though. After reading all these posts its seems as though I am not the only one. Why isn’t there more specific instructions in the kit? I realize you can find alot of info on the site but there are links to other things on each page and I keep getting off track. The web site is a great tool, but it just seems that there should be more specific details with the kit! I was so excited to get going but unfortunatly I feel as though it will take me a few days to get through the site and links to get all the information to set myself up for success!
@ Amber,
Your sponsor can provide more information and coaching.
I don’t understand why you can have Spark which has caffeine but you cannot have tea or coffee?
@ Julie,
See this post.
I’m confused. I’m halfway through the 10 day and my directions have the Meal Replacement for breakfast…yet your group doesn’t do that?
Linda,
Our group does not since we eliminate dairy, but some groups do. Check with your sponsor.
Now that i have completed the 24day…what is the best to do now….stay on the Max3 and Spark
love this !!!!
@Deb,
This post is for you! 🙂 http://www.advocaretips.com/advocare-after-the-24-days/
Is tofu ok during the 10 day cleanse?
Becca,
It should be fine.
I am starting my 24 day challenge next Monday. How often should I be drinking the Spark? My package came with a total of 28 packets. Will I have to order more before the 24 days are over?
Becca,
Most people use 1-2 Sparks per day. You can order more Spark. My favorite is Pink Lemonade. 🙂 Many people enjoy the economy of ordering a canister as it is cheaper than the individual packets.
I”ve purchased several extra supplements and I have no idea when to take them. I bought Thermoplus, Catalyst, and Leptilean. When do I take them? Do I use them during days 1-10? 11-24? Or after the 24 day challenge?
@Tiffany twice a day on an empty stomach half hour before a meal – 3 capsules
Add 1 thermoplus to this starting on Day 11
Leptilean after the challenge.
Can you have coffee after the 10 day cleanse? One cup(with a little splenda) ??
@Gerry, For best results, stick with the Spark instead.
Soo… I don’t do eggs. I want to start my cleanse this week. I don’t do fish either. Suggestions? I was told to stay away from red meat so turkey and chicken? Ground turkey? And seasonings?
Ashley,
Chicken, turkey, tofu. Ground turkey is fine – just don’t add breadcrumbs. Seasoning is fine. Look at the recipes and meal suggestions.
Why no milk or milk products during the cleanse? That’s an essential part of any diet, right?
@ Barry
During the 10 day cleanse we eliminate foods that are known to be inflammatory to many people (wheat, coffee, dairy, alcohol, yeast, soda), and add more foods and supplements that may help reduce inflammation (Omega 3’s, fruits, veggies, water).
I know this plan is not about counting calories, but how many calories should we be seeing if we eat according to plan. I’m a big girl 5’9 x 186# and this 1000 – 1200 calorie thing is draining me. According to my body weight and height, I should be shooting for about 1600 for optimal weight loss (according to MyFitnessPal.com). Can I have more food please? I am exhausted on day 8 of the cleanse.
Like you said, it is not about calories. You should be eating 3 meals and 2 snacks. Look at the instructions and suggestions. http://www.advocaretips.com/program-instructions/
Started the 24 day Challenge today. I am still a bit confused on how to do everything. I have printed off the directions and read them over and over. Basically this is how my day started. I took the fiber drink first thing in the morning, drank several glasses of water through out the morning, had an apple mid morning, more water and then a grilled chicken salad for lunch. I then had spark and 3 catalyst mid afternoon. Later on had some celery sticks and an apple with 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. I was starving between apple and lunch, amazingly I am not hungry after the snack in the afternoon and before dinner. I am looking for ideas for breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner. Do I do meal replacement shakes?
I am not a huge fish eater but can manage tuna salad. Is sour cream ok or not during the cleanse. I want to do this right, just not sure what I should be eating exactly or drinking. I am afraid I will get bored with water after a few days.
Ann,
You are not eating enough, and there are specific instructions for each phase. Please review and download the instructions http://www.advocaretips.com/program-instructions/ and other areas on the site. No dairy on the first 10 days during the cleanse.
When do you start feeling this “energy” everyone talks about. I am on my 4th day of the 10 day cleanse and its been tough!!! Is there an approximate time after this cleanse that I will feel energetic??
You should feel it now, but everyone is different. Are you using the products as instructions say? Are you drinking the Spark and eating enough? You shouldn’t be hungry. Feel free to email using the contact us form and tell me what you are eating and drinking.
can you have green tea on the 10 day cleanse
Bob, decaf would be okay. Be sure you are drinking your Spark!
I know this isn’t really related, but do you have any suggestions for Super Bowl recipes??
We’re having a party and everyone will be eating wings, pulled pork sandwiches, chips & guac, etc. What can I eat with them?
Can you drink fat free milk during the 10 day cleanse program?
Katie,
No milk since we eliminate dairy during the cleanse. You can review the directions and download a copy here:http://www.advocaretips.com/program-instructions/
What my wife and I do is almost always share an entree and grab a few appetizers as well. Lower calories and more taste selections!
During the first 3 day of the Cleanse, Do you drink both the Fiber Drink AND the Meal Replacement Shake 30 min. after the Spark?
Our group does not use Meal Replacement shakes during the cleanse – just during the 14 Day part.
I am still wondering if you are allowed anything for breakfast on the first 10 days of the cleanse? Also, can you have multigrain bread ( 6 grams of fiber) during the first 10 days?
Just wondering.
Hi Lorrie,
You should eat breakfast! Best is fruit and hard boiled eggs.