Every few months, I hit the reset button on my body, mind, and spirit. Life is full of toxins—whether it’s from the air we breathe, the food we eat, or just the daily stress of life. Doing a raw vegan cleanse helps me flush out toxins, refresh my digestion, and feel more connected to God.
And let’s clear this up right away: No, I was not starving the whole week! I actually felt super satisfied, and still lost 8.2 lbs in just 7 days without restricting myself. Here’s everything I ate, how I felt, and what I learned from this cleanse.
My 7-Day Raw Cleanse Results
Even though my goal wasn’t weight loss, I was surprised by how much my body naturally released while still eating plenty. Here’s what changed:
Weight Loss: -8.2 lbs (And no, I wasn’t starving!)
Energy Levels: I felt way more energized than normal and didn’t experience my usual midday slump. No post-lunch crash, just steady energy throughout the day.
Digestion: My gut loved this cleanse! I used the bathroom way more frequently than usual, a sign that my body was eliminating toxins and processing food efficiently.
Skin & Hormones: By the end of the week, my skin was brighter and had fewer blemishes. It wasn’t a drastic overnight change, but I noticed a gradual improvement as the days went on.
Cravings: The second day was the hardest—I craved warm food BADLY. But instead of giving in, I made a meal that curbed my craving without breaking the cleanse. After that, my cravings leveled out, and I felt more satisfied.
Biggest Lesson Learned: I realized I could get similar results from a raw vegan cleanse as I do from a juice-only cleanse. The only major difference? With juicing, digestion gets a complete break, whereas with raw food, digestion is still actively working.
My Raw Cleanse Rules
I kept this cleanse 100% raw and organic, but I also removed a few extras for deeper detoxification:
🚫 No nuts, seeds, soy, oils, or processed foods
✔️ Whole, fresh raw fruits and vegetables
✔️ Smoothies, fresh juices, and lots of hydration
✔️ Herbs & spices for flavor and detox support
Nuts are typically okay in a raw cleanse, but I left them out this time because:
1️⃣ They slow down detoxification, and I wanted a deeper cleanse.
2️⃣ I personally feel lighter without them, so I honored what worked for me!
What I Ate Each Day (7-Day Breakdown)
Day 1
🥣 What I Ate:
- Breakfast: Tropical Sunrise Bowl
- Papaya, pineapple, and a squeeze of lime—simple and refreshing.
- Lunch: Large Zesty Arugula Salad
- Arugula, avocado, tomatoes, onions, and a drizzle of lemon.
- Dinner: Wild Blueberry Banana Smoothie
- Blended wild blueberries, bananas, and coconut water (16 oz).
- Snacks: Mini Wild Blueberry Smoothie
- Same smoothie, smaller portion (8 oz).
Day 2
🥣 What I Ate:
- Breakfast: Wild Blueberry Smoothie
- Leftover smoothie from Day 1 (16 oz).
- Lunch: Creamy Zucchini Avocado Pasta
- Zucchini spirals topped with a creamy avocado sauce. The sauce was made by blending 3 avocados, 2 garlic cloves, a handful of cilantro, juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, a pinch of cayenne, and Trader Joe's mushroom umami seasoning. I used about 2 large scoops per dish and saved the rest for later.
- Dinner: Spicy Zucchini Avocado Pasta
- Same as lunch, topped with fresh chopped tomatoes and a sprinkle of chili powder.
- Snack: Fruit Medley
- Bowl of pineapple, papaya, and red grapes with lime.
Day 3-4
🥣 What I Ate:
- Breakfast: Papaya Lime Bowl + Green Smoothie
- *Papaya with a squeeze of lime, paired with a green smoothie made from spinach, pineapple, frozen mango, banana, and ginger.*
- Lunch: Large Arugula Papaya Salad
- Arugula and papaya salad drizzled with creamy avocado sauce from Day 2.
- Dinner: Large Zesty Arugula Salad
- Arugula, avocado, tomatoes, and red onion, topped with the avocado dressing.
- Snack: Fruit Bowl + Avocado Banana Mousse
- Bananas or Asian pears as snacks. Dessert was a creamy mousse made with avocado, banana, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a squeeze of lemon to prevent oxidation.
Day 5-7
🥣 What I Ate:
- Breakfast: Papaya Lime Bowl
- Papaya with a squeeze of lime.
- Lunch: Spinach & Parsley Salad
- A mix of spinach, parsley, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and avocado, topped with an avocado sauce made from grapefruit juice, avocados, and Trader Joe’s umami seasoning (inspired by a friend).
- Dinner: Collard Green Wraps
- Filled with marinated king oyster mushrooms (marinated in lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, Trader Joe’s umami seasoning, and garlic powder), along with carrots, red onions, avocado, and broccoli sprouts wrapped in fresh collard leaves.
- Snack: Fruit Bowl & Avocado Banana Mousse
- Finished up the papaya and had some bananas or Asian pears. Dessert was the remaining avocado banana mousse with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a squeeze of lemon.
Want to Try This? Start with a 1-Day Raw Vegan Challenge!
Curious about how raw eating might feel for you? Try it for just one day! I’ve put together some of my favorite raw vegan meals to help you get started—no stress, no overwhelm, just one day of nourishing your body with fresh, whole foods.
📌 Want to go deeper? If you’re ready for a full reset, check out my blog for the cleanse overview and my 21-Day Detox Guide for a step-by-step guide to cleansing your body, boosting your energy, and resetting your habits naturally.
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