We Have FAQs!
Posted on 22. Feb, 2012 by Healthy Girl in Best Secrets
In order to better help our readers, we have started a FAQ section. Some of you arrive here through a Google search and don’t realize that we have answered these questions a lot of times. We try to help and try to answer the questions you ask in Comments and Contact Us as soon as we can, but this will help all of us and you can get your answers instantly. 🙂 We will be adding more questions in the next few days and will keep updating, so stay tuned and bookmark the page. There is a link at the very top of the page, and also in the sidebar. Let us know what you think. Does this help?
emily sadler
04. Nov, 2012
can i have crystal light ?
Healthy Girl
04. Nov, 2012
@ Emily,
Use Spark and water.
steph
01. Nov, 2012
is it correct that i should not use the thermoplus the first 10 days of the cleans?
Healthy Girl
03. Nov, 2012
@ Steph,
That is correct. Start the ThermoPlus on day 11.
jesse
29. Oct, 2012
what if you mess up and eat things you shouldn’t on the cleanse part.. now what?
Healthy Girl
30. Oct, 2012
@ Jesse,
Get back on immediately and continue on.
Ann
26. Oct, 2012
I’ve already read the directions. I read them wrong and took the other pills at the same time I did the cleanse. My question is do I continue or should I just quit since I already messed up?
Healthy Girl
28. Oct, 2012
@ Ann,
Continue on!!
Ann
25. Oct, 2012
I am on day 11 of the 24 day challenge. I guess I misunderstood the directions because at the same time I was taking the the cleanse products, I also took the burn/refuel products. I know…pretty dumb! So now what do I do???
Healthy Girl
26. Oct, 2012
We advise on the 24 Day, and the instructions are here.
Rita
06. Oct, 2012
I am on day 4 of the 10 day cleanse, and cannot go to the bathroom. My stomach is so bloated and uncomfortable. I always have to take magnesium every night before bed for this problem, but have stopped during the cleanse. I have been following the plan to the tee and have been drinking at least a gallon of water a day. What should I do?
Healthy Girl
08. Oct, 2012
@ Rita,
This should help.
Kari
04. Oct, 2012
I just started advocare today and have a bough intolerance for drinks that are too pulpfilled or have the wrong tolerance. While the flavor of the fiber mix for the cleanse is good, the texture and consistency of this mix in water is not consumable for me (I choked down 6 of the 8 oz).. what can I do differently so this cleanse is successful?
Healthy Girl
08. Oct, 2012
@ Kari,
See this FAQ.
Abby
03. Oct, 2012
Are there certain times of days when I should or should not be eating?
Healthy Girl
08. Oct, 2012
Follow the plan. 3 meals and 2 snacks.
Ann
28. Sep, 2012
my husband and I are on day 5 of the 10 day cleanse and are both feeling very sluggish and head achy . Is this normal? I am nursing and my husband works out every day. Is it ok to add whole wheat bread?
Healthy Girl
01. Oct, 2012
@ Ann,
No wheat. It is not normal. Are you using the Spark and drinking enough water? Are you following this plan?
Dom
26. Sep, 2012
Can you use salt to season your proteins during the 10 day cleanse
Healthy Girl
01. Oct, 2012
@ Dom,
USe limited salt. Pepper, garlic and other spices okay.
Megan
24. Sep, 2012
I am on day 3 of the cleanse and have been extremely bloated. Is this normal?
Healthy Girl
26. Sep, 2012
@ Megan,
See this FAQ.
Maria
23. Sep, 2012
I just started my 24 day challenge today. I am really excited about the end results. I kinda goofed and took my 3 catalyst pills thirty minutes after I ate my lunch. Will this affect anything?
Healthy Girl
26. Sep, 2012
@ Maris,
Just continue on.
Maria
01. Oct, 2012
I am on my 9th day of my cleanse. What do you suggest I eat in place of the Meal Replacement Shakes for breakfast in the next phase? I am lactose intolerant.
Healthy Girl
01. Oct, 2012
@ Maria,
Hard boiled eggs and fruit will work well.
Ashley
20. Sep, 2012
can I drink amazing grass which is a green veggie drink during the 24 day challenge?
Healthy Girl
26. Sep, 2012
@ Ashley,
Use Spark and water.
Ashley
15. Sep, 2012
I am doing the 10 day cleanse and I accidently took the fiber drink on day 4. what do I do now? do I still take my probiotics and what do I do the 10th day of cleanse when I need fiber drink?
Healthy Girl
18. Sep, 2012
@ Ashley,
Just continue on with what you have.
Aira Humphrey
28. Aug, 2012
On secoand half of program. Is decaf coffee with sugar free cremora allowed?
Healthy Girl
29. Aug, 2012
@ Aira,
For best results use Spark and water and herbal tea if necessary. We don’t advise, but some people add in some decaf coffee. Skip the cremora.
Amanda
27. Aug, 2012
I am on day on day 5 of the 10 day cleanse and I have drank a meal replacement shake for breakfast the last 4 morning, but hardly lost any weight those days. Any suggestions or should I even be drinking those in phase 1?
Healthy Girl
29. Aug, 2012
@ Amanda,
For best results, take the Meal Replacement shakes with Phase 2. Our team does not use them on the cleanse.
Samantha
12. Aug, 2012
I’m on day 4 of the cleanse. I have been having meal replacement shakes for breakfast. Is this okay?
Healthy Girl
12. Aug, 2012
@ Samantha,
Our group does not use the meal replacement shakes until Phase 2 since we are avoiding dairy.
Jamie
05. Aug, 2012
If I don’t buy the meal replacement shakes for refuel days, is it ok to treat breakfast like a burn day and just do a protein, fat and veggie? Or is there an alternative that would match the benefits of the shake?
Healthy Girl
06. Aug, 2012
@ Jamie,
We are doing the 24 Day Challenge here, not the Lean in 13.
Sarah
25. Jul, 2012
I’m fixing to start the 24 day challenge. What about non fat plain yogurt? Can it be cooked with or used?
Healthy Girl
26. Jul, 2012
@ Sarah,
No yogurt or other dairy during the cleanse. It should be limited during the 2nd phase.
Linxrn
31. Jul, 2012
For the burn phase I’ve seen 2 different formats. One has burn and refuel days and one says you can eat fruits everyday. Which is accurate? There’s so much conflicting information it’s frustrating.
Healthy Girl
01. Aug, 2012
@ Linxrn,
Our group concentrates on the 24 Day Challenge. You are referring to Lean in 13 that some groups use.
Megan
23. Jul, 2012
What should I be eating for breakfast during the cleanse phase? I’ve been having the meal replacement shake, is that ok?
Healthy Girl
25. Jul, 2012
@Meagan, Our group does not use the meal replacement shake during the cleanse since we eliminate dairy. As directed use fruit and hardboiled eggs. You can switch and have oatmeal as indicated.
Melissa
20. Jul, 2012
I get headaches really easily can I take tylenol while on the cleanse?
Healthy Girl
26. Jul, 2012
@ Melissa,
You can take tylenol.
Christy
15. Jul, 2012
My husband deals with depression, is there any product that helps with that?
Healthy Girl
17. Jul, 2012
@ Christy,
Always check with your doctor, but here are 2 products that might be of interest.
Clear Mood
Oasis
April
12. Jul, 2012
Are there medications that should be restricted with the 24 day challenge, (prevacid, ibuprofen, tylenol, etc)
Healthy Girl
14. Jul, 2012
@ April,
Anything that has sugar should be avoided if possible. Some antacids could be a problem because of conrstarch, excess sodium, etc. Check with your doctor about specifics.
Krissi
12. Jul, 2012
In the morning can I take everything together or do I have to provide time between things? Can I take the catalyst, spark, and fiber drink at the same time?
Healthy Girl
14. Jul, 2012
@ Krissi,
The timing is important. Look at the instructions and checklists.
Michelle
08. Jul, 2012
Can we have coffee on the second phase… I am afraid my husband is gonna divorce me if you see no:) Seriously I have had no problems avoiding coffee but it is rough on my better half and he was told her could. Please advise…
Healthy Girl
11. Jul, 2012
@ Michelle,
Stick with the Spark and water for best results, and read this.
Mike
08. Jul, 2012
Is it ok and effective to follow the zone diet while doing the 24 day challenge.
Healthy Girl
11. Jul, 2012
@ Mike,
Can only comment and offer help on the Advocare plan here.
mary
07. Jul, 2012
Do you have to take multivitamin when taking MNS C?
Healthy Girl
07. Jul, 2012
@ Mary,
Vitamins are already included in the MNS.
Sam
06. Jul, 2012
how often can I do the challenge?
Healthy Girl
07. Jul, 2012
@ Sam,
You can do the cleanse every 90 days, but you can do the Phase 2 MNS indefinitely to lose more or maintain.
Maria
02. Jul, 2012
My meals are all the same, salads with grilled chicken or salmon or grilled meat with veggies. What marinates are acceptable for meat?
Healthy Girl
07. Jul, 2012
@ Maria,
Spices with lemon juice works well. Try using this method for cooking fish and chicken. We love it.
Mary J
02. Jul, 2012
Also, Can I have lentil soup made with low sodium chicken or veggie broth? Days 1-24
Healthy Girl
07. Jul, 2012
@ Mary J,
Even low sodium chicken or veggie broth has alot of sodium, and can contain sugar, and food starch. Skip it until after the 24 Day for best results.
Lola
02. Jul, 2012
I just finished 24 day challenge and I loved it. Did not lose that much weight but I love the way I feel. How often can you do 24 day challenge? I would like to do it every other month
Healthy Girl
07. Jul, 2012
@ Lola,
You can do the cleanse every 90 days, but you can do the Phase 2 MNS indefinitely to lose more or maintain.
Leah
22. Jun, 2012
Can I have decaf green tea on the 10 day cleanse?
Healthy Girl
23. Jun, 2012
@ Leah,
Yes you can, but best to use Spark and water as much as possible.
Michele
20. Jun, 2012
Is spaghetti sauce good while you are on the cleanse?
Healthy Girl
23. Jun, 2012
@ Michele,
You have to be REALLY careful with spaghetti sauce since they almost always contain sugar. Some contain wheat, starch and cheese; other things we are avoiding. Many are also very high in sodium.
Benda
20. Jun, 2012
Can you eat Breakfast Bar during the cleanse or Phase 2?
Healthy Girl
23. Jun, 2012
@ Benda,
No breakfast bars during the cleanse. For best results, use them after the 24 Day Challenge.
Benda
20. Jun, 2012
Can you tell me if there is anything in the advocare products that could harm a diabetic? And can they safely do the 10 day cleanse?
Healthy Girl
23. Jun, 2012
@ Benda,
Here is a link to information that may help you.
Tammie
14. Jun, 2012
How is the best way to take to take catalyst?
Healthy Girl
16. Jun, 2012
@ Tammie,
Take 3 Catalyst twice a day half hour before a meal on empty stomach. We do at same time as MNS before breakfast pack and before lunch pack and include Thermoplus to boost metabolism at the same time. Did this while losing weight and continue for maintenance. Daily routine.
JL
12. Jun, 2012
Are scrambled eggs ok during the first 10 days of the cleanse? I see boiled eggs on some sites and some scrambled? Or should they be limited?
Healthy Girl
16. Jun, 2012
@ JL,
Scrambled are okay in nonstick pan. Add water, but no milk or butter.
Laura
08. Jun, 2012
i don’t have time to eat much, am i stll going to lose during the 24 day challenge
Healthy Girl
08. Jun, 2012
@ Laura,
Choose simple meals that you can prepare in advance. Scroll through the recipes and meal plan ideas
Rodd
08. Jun, 2012
I’m on Day 19 of the 24-Day Challenge. I started my own “diet” a few weeks before I started AdvoCare and lost 20 pounds in 20 days. Since I started the Challenge, I’ve slowed down to just a pound every three days. Is that normal and/or should I be doing anything different? I’m happy losing ~30 pounds in 38 days, but it kind of feels discouraging after losing most of it before I even started the Challenge. Thanks!
Healthy Girl
08. Jun, 2012
@ Rodd,
That seems reasonable if you had a major loss just before, and sounds like you are doing great – congratulations.
lilshuga2001
25. Jun, 2012
Please share your secret to 20 lbs in 20 days 🙂
Marie
04. Jun, 2012
I am on day 4 of the 10 day cleanse and I have not lost any weight. I have been following the plan exactly. Should I be worried?
Healthy Girl
06. Jun, 2012
@ Marie,
If you are following these instructions, you should be fine. If you want us to review what you are eating, use the Contact Us form and tell us what you are eating, drinking and taking. Include the quantities and time of day.