My 16-Day Detox Plan: Raw Foods, Water Fasting & Juice Cleanse

Fasting is more than just a detox—it’s a reset for the body, mind, and spirit. As I gear up for this intentional cleanse, I’m sharing my structured fasting plan, which includes a raw food phase, a deep water fast, and a juice-only cleanse. This method allows my body to ease into fasting while maximizing detoxification benefits. If you’re looking for a structured way to cleanse, feel free to follow along or adjust it to fit your needs.

Why This Fasting Approach?

I designed this fasting plan to work in three phases, each with a distinct purpose:

✔ Raw Foods Phase (5 Days) – Prepares the body for fasting, reducing digestive load

✔ Water-Only Fast (3-7 Days) – Deep detox and cellular regeneration

✔ Juice Cleanse (7 Days) – Replenishes nutrients while maintaining a cleansing state

This fasting approach supports autophagy, gut healing, mental clarity, and immune system strengthening while allowing for a sustainable transition between each phase.

Phase 1: Raw Foods Only (March 17-March 21)

Purpose:

Before jumping into fasting, it’s crucial to ease the body into detox mode by removing processed foods and consuming only fresh, raw, living foods. This minimizes digestive strain and makes the transition to fasting much smoother.

What I’ll Eat:

✅ Fruits – Mangoes, bananas, berries, apples, citrus, papaya, etc.

✅ Vegetables – Burdock, cucumbers, bell peppers, dandelion greens, fennel, watercress

✅ Nuts & Seeds – Walnuts, hempseeds, sesame seeds

✅ Sprouted Grains & Legumes – Quinoa, amaranth, lentils

✅ Raw Juices & Smoothies – Fresh-pressed juices with greens & hydrating fruits

✅ Herbal Teas – Soursop leaf, burdock root, ginger tea (no sweeteners)

🚫 What I’m Avoiding:

• Cooked foods

• Processed snacks & refined sugars

• Grains & legumes that aren’t sprouted

🔹 How I’ll Prepare for Water Fasting:

• Drink more hydrating juices (cucumber, watermelon, coconut water)

• Slowly reduce solid food intake towards the last day

• Focus on alkalizing foods to balance pH levels

Phase 2: Water-Only Fast (March 22-March 25/29)

Mountain Valley Spring Water

Purpose:

This is where deep detox happens. A water fast allows the body to enter autophagy, a state where damaged cells are broken down and recycled for healing. It also gives the digestive system a complete rest, enabling the body to focus on repair and rejuvenation.

⏳ Duration: 3-7 Days (Depending on how my body responds)

What I’ll Consume:

✅ Spring water

✅ Herbal teas (optional, only if necessary)

🚫 What I’m Avoiding:

• All solid foods

• Juices & smoothies

• Caffeine & stimulants

🔹 How I’ll Stay Focused:

• Prioritize rest and deep breathing exercises

• Listen to my body—if needed, I’ll shorten the fast

• If I extend to 5-7 days, I may use coconut water for electrolyte balance

Phase 3: Juice-Only Cleanse (March 26/30-April 5)

Purpose:

After fasting, it’s essential to reintroduce nutrients gently to avoid shocking the system. Juice fasting allows the body to continue detoxing while replenishing essential vitamins and minerals.

⏳ Duration: 7 Days

What I’ll Drink:

✅ Green Juices – Cucumber, fennel, watercress, dandelion greens, key lime

✅ Fruit-Based Juices – Watermelon, citrus blends, papaya, grape

✅ Herbal Infusions – Burdock root, soursop leaf, ginger tea

✅ Coconut Water – Natural electrolyte replenishment

🚫 What I’m Avoiding:

• Pasteurized/store-bought juices

• Nut milks or blended smoothies (keeping it strictly liquids)

🔹 How I’ll Transition Back to Solid Foods:

• Start with soft fruits (papaya, mangos, berries)

• Slowly incorporate raw salads & sprouts

• Avoid heavy meals and gradually reintroduce cooked foods

Why This Fast Matters

Fasting isn’t just about cleansing the body—it’s also a discipline for the mind. This reset will help me:

✔ Improve mental clarity and focus

✔ Strengthen self-discipline

✔ Support gut health and digestion

✔ Enhance skin health and energy levels

✔ Deepen spiritual awareness and mindfulness

I’ll be sharing updates on my YouTube Channel to document my experience. If you’ve ever considered doing a structured cleanse, feel free to join me on this journey or modify it to fit your lifestyle!

Would you ever try a water fast or juice cleanse? Let’s talk in the comments!