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11Sep, 19
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Hello! My name is Denise and I am 55 years young!ย 

I’m thrilled to share my interview with CleanFoodCrush about my experience on the 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge ๐Ÿ™‚ย 

Thank you for sharing your story with the CleanFoodCrush community, tell us a bit about yourself!

I have been married to the love of my life and my college sweetheart for 32 years. I have worked in education for 32 years and I am currently a Learning Consultant Teacher Consultant. I have two children; ages 23 and 28 and of course the most perfect dog, KoKo who is a 13-year-old boxer.

In my free time, I enjoy working out and training. I also enjoy spinning (indoor cycle). I also enjoy cooking and trying new recipes. I have followed CFC for a while and have always loved the recipes.

What were you struggling with before you discovered CleanFoodCrush and Clean Eating?

ย Prior to Clean Eating my greatest challenges were carbs and nighttime snacks! At times, I had difficulty with portion control as well.ย  Typically I cooked healthy (no frying) although there is so much more to being healthy and I really learned that this year.

ย How has CleanFoodCrush and the 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge help you to transform?

CFC has allowed me to gain a better understanding of my body and the best way to fuel it. Prior to committing to the 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge, I used many of Rachelโ€™s recipes and I was never disappointed.ย  My family enjoyed them as well. While on the Challenge I knew what made me feel good and what made my body feel worse.ย 

I remember the one day during week 3 I had a sugar craving or at least I thought I did but I think it was because I was surrounded by junk candy in Five Below. I couldnโ€™t get away from the sweet and sour gummies which I loved! Every single aisle I turned there they were. So I thought to myself, “Iโ€™ll just buy them and have a few and throw them out” which is exactly what I did! I probably ate about 10 of them and threw the bag out in the trash outside the store. Still, my body crashed within 20 minutes of ingesting them. I was out for the count!

Of course, I got on the CleanFoodCrush private group and asked for suggestions, and everyone was so supportive with great ideas. CFC has given me the opportunity to truly educate myself on what I am putting in my body. I take time to read ingredients and when I donโ€™t know something I ask in the FB group. The support is absolutely amazing and quick!

What kind of results have you experienced physically and otherwise from doing the challenge?

So far, I have lost a total of 17 pounds and 10 inches!ย During CFC challenge my energy levels were amazing. Prior to the 30 Day Clean Eating Challengeย  I experienced difficulty sleeping throughout the night, but now I am sleeping better and waking up with more energy.ย  I am menopausal so that adds an extra layer of challenge on weight loss and sleep. But CleanFoodCrush has been a life-saver.ย 

The overall results that I have noticed are my energy levels. Another exciting bonus is that I was NEVER hungry or as my daughter would say โ€œhangryโ€ during the challenge.ย  I put an alarm on my phone to remind me to have my snack or my meal because I truly wasnโ€™t hungry, and that’s a VERY satisfying way to lose weight. My brain fog is gone, and I have a clear understanding of what is healthy for me, and how to choose foods that are best for my body.

How did your family take to this new lifestyle?ย 

ย The experience has been unbelievable for my family and me!ย As far as my family, my husband was a bit hesitant at first and he is a Type I diabetic, although after reviewing the material he was sold.ย  His sugar levels have never been better. My daughter was also a part of CleanFoodCrush and I describe her as a โ€˜Carbotarianโ€™, she absolutely LOVES carbs. She works an overnight shift so her schedule is a bit wacky but I have noticed that she is on a healthier sleep cycle. She says she feels so much better and has much more energy while she’s at work these days.ย  She’s also lost a few pounds and feels way less bloated!

What words of wisdom do you have for newcomers who are interested in taking the 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge?

I would encourage anyone to try the program for 30 days.ย  I wish I would have done it sooner. Eating Clean has helped me in so many ways but the most impactful change for me was getting my energy levels back. I never feel bloated and I donโ€™t crash as long as I am following the CleanFoodCrush philosophy. I appreciate that Rachel and her team aren’t rigid, and incredibly supportive.

I donโ€™t allow the scale to derail my efforts and I always knew I was losing weight even when the scale did not reflect weight loss because I was losing inches. I love the fact that I can go out to eat and make healthy choices. I donโ€™t feel like Iโ€™m missing out on anything! Do yourself a favor, if you have been using the recipes and โ€˜creepingโ€™ on CFC pages just DO IT! You will not be disappointed and the transformation will amaze you! You are worth it!ย โค๏ธ

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