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Blueprint Cleanse

a nutritional juice cleanse

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Not another "Cleanse"

  • Jun 10, 2009
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Ok so this will be my first ranting review, but before I begin the diatribe let me disclaim that first of all I have not tried this cleanse (nor do I plan to), and second I am partial to the Herbal Cleanse by Advocare. However I really did focus on being objective as I researched this cleanse given I am always willing to try new things.

After reading through the Blueprint Cleanse site a few things caught my eye and Ill start by stating this is NOT a cleanse (For some reason this term "cleanse" is a bit of a misnomer now, likely a result of all the fad Hollywood diets. Got any cayenne pepper anybody?). Anything that claims to be a cleanse and neglects to incorporate fiber and probiotics is misleading and IMHO a sham.  Really what the Blueprint Cleanse is, is a low caloric eating regimine. Sure you may lose weight and you may feel lighter, but this is because you are! What do you expect to happen when you eat fewer calories? Second, the juices supplied by this "cleanse" are not guaranteed to be 100% organic (documented in their FAQ), although they are unpasturized and pressed in their raw forms. Third, I am not convinced these juices supply enough protien. They do address this issue on their site, explaining that plant foods and cashews can supply adequate amounts, yet when looking at the nutritional data for the juices they feature on the site the most any juice supplies is 2g of protein (again this could be wrong but this is all I could find on the site). This is a far cry from the recommended 30% of calories from protein/day. Finally, and most importantly to me, is the final paragraph in the About section:

"Zoe, herself a certified nutritional consultant, teamed up with Erica Huss Jones, a friend and former colleague who brought along ... a background in P.R. and an ideology perfectly suited to the Blueprint vision."

I think its great two friends started a successful company and share a vision on nutrition that isnt horrible, but where are the MD/PHD's? Not to say doctors know everything about nutrition but I feel like if you were to promote a nutritional eating regimine you would have more than just a "certified nutritional consultant", involved in the product development. (BTW what is a "certified nutritional consultant?" Is that the same thing as a Nutritionalist? Or is it some sort of lame certification void of any real schooling? Also Im going to pass on the obvious fact that the other partner has a background in P.R. I think that speaks volumes for iteslf).

All in all I feel really bad that Im bashing Blueprint Cleanse, cause I have a couple freinds that love it, but I cant help to call it as I see it. To their credit, I dont feel like the makers of the Blueprint Cleanse are hiding anything or purposely trying to mislead people, but I do feel as though their philosophy is wrong and shortsighted. Fruit and veggie juices are great to supplement with, but these meal plans should not be solely built upon them and should not be labeled as cleanses but more like fasts (Again they lack fiber, protein, and probiotics all the makings of a true cleanse).  Furthermore recommending meal plans that are not well balanced, that do not function as advertised, and cost an arm and a leg is absurd. Bottom line I do not recommend this.

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June 11, 2009
Nice, constructive criticism of Blueprint.  I think you might be interested in @Bethany_K's review of Blueprint, which she actually wrote in December, but in a different data point!  Needless to say, she wasn't such a big fan.

I've read many different things about Blueprint and have mixed feelings about it so far.  This sounds like a diet I would take up to detox when I'm feeling really icky.
 
June 10, 2009
Interesting take @fcarta! From my understanding of cleanses/fasts (albeit I am no MD/PHD), "fasting" is a body cleansing procedure during which food is restricted and only liquids are consumed. This process of consuming liquids alone allows the body to repair itself and take a break from bad eating habits. SO this blueprint cleanse is still a true cleanse (and not a Hollywood misnomer) based on its fasting nature--"low caloric regime". I definitely think that incorporating fiber, a bit more protein, and probiotics would be beneficial but IMHO this fast/cleanse is really just a jump start into a healthier lifestyle; and because of the short duration of the program...these items aren't necessary. I think cleanses longer than 5 days need a bit more sustenance to be considered healthy and therefore these additives would be important. I will definitely try Advocare's Herbal cleanse...but I look forward to your review of it first! ;)
June 10, 2009
Taken from Merriam-Webster
fast(noun)
1 : to abstain from food
2 : to eat sparingly or abstain from some foods

cleanse
1 : to rid of impurities by or as if by washing

I agree perhaps a short duration of this juice diet may not be as harmful, but they do promote 6-12 day "cleanses". I am not discounting the benefits of their juices just take exception to the marketing and belief that they are ample nutrition for a meal plan.

 
June 10, 2009
nice review frank... thanks. but when i clicked on the link for Herbal Cleanse it took me away from Lunch and landed me on some MLM site?? what gives? no Herbal Cleanse content on Lunch?
June 10, 2009
Funny you mention that cause I wanted to link to a review on the Herbal Cleanse as well. I will write one tonight mabye and update the link.
 
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Blueprint Cleanse is a nutritional liquid cleanse that helps the body detoxify itself. Due to pollutants in the air and chemicals in the foods we consume, our body accumulates toxins. Blueprint is a way to rid your body of these toxins when you start to feel unwell. Blueprint Cleanse supplies the blood with vitamins, minerals and enzymes that one is able to assimilate. The process is also recommended for many illnesses, as it gives the body the opportunity to rest, recover and heal.

The Juice used in Blueprint Cleanse is 100% fresh and unpasteurized. The cleanse involves drinking 6 bottles of juice per day, for a 2, 3, 4 or 5-day period. The juice is accompanied by ice packs, in an insulated cooler bag when delivered and must be immediately stored in the refrigerator.

The calories in each cleanse vary from level to level by about 100-200 calories.

The Renovation Cleanse, Level I - 1200 calories

(1) Green Juice (2) Pineapple, Apple, Mint (3) Green Juice (4) Spicy Lemonade (5) Carrot, Apple, Lemon, Ginger, Beet (6) Cashew Nut Milk

The Foundation Cleanse, Level II – 1100

(1) Green Juice (2) Pineapple, Apple, Mint (3) Green Juice (4) Spicy Lemonade (5) Green Juices (6) Cashew Nut Milk

The Excavation Cleanse, Level III – 1000

(1) Green Juice (2) Green Juice w/ Ginger (3) Green Juice (4) Spicy Lemonade (5) Green Juices (6) Cashew Nut Milk

For more information, visit http://www.blueprintcleanse.com/

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