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How long should you do a juice cleanse for?

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How long should you do a juice cleanse for?

05 March, 2024

Here’s our practical guide to help you figure out how long you should cleanse for based on needs, goals, commitment level, lifestyle and your choice of Cleanse Program.

When deciding on your cleanse duration there are a few things you should take into account - especially if this is your first time cleansing.

What do you hope to get out of the cleanse?

Make a list of what your goals are and why you're doing the cleanse, then plan your duration from there. Need a quick reset after a busy weekend? A 1 day juice cleanse is designed to add extra nutrients to your diet to help you bounce back. Looking for a more thorough detox, to kick ingrained habits or chasing better sleep? Opt for a longer cleanse.

Is it your first time cleansing or have you cleansed before?

New to juice cleansing? Depending on your commitment level, start small and work up. If it’s not your first detox experience, try a longer cleanse. If you have a nourishing diet, healthy lifestyle and want to cleanse every couple of weeks, 1 day cleanses in fortnightly intervals could be ideal for you.

How much time can you commit to a cleanse?

Check your schedule and determine how much time you can allow for self-care. At Sol Cleanse, our cleanse programs include everything from meditations and yoga to dedicated time for rest and reflection. So if you’re short on time but in need of a cleanse right now, a shorter option may be more viable for you.

We like to think of our Cleanse Programs as DIY retreats. To gain the cognitive and emotive benefits of a longer cleanse, it’s important to set aside time to appreciate the Cleanse Program in its entirety.

What kind of lifestyle do you lead?

For example, do you lead an active lifestyle? The 1, 3 and 5 day Active Cleanse is great for people who workout regularly or are constantly on the move. However if you’re looking for a more intense digestive detox experience, the Gut Healing Cleanse for example may be suitable but would require more time for rest. 

When it comes to lifestyle, consider your day-to-day and what your activities will be when you cleanse. To determine which TYPE of Cleanse Program is best for you, try our quiz here.

1 Day Cleanse

Benefits:

  • Resets your mindset toward making healthier choices
  • Reduces bloating
  • Optimal alternative to fasting
  • Gives your digestive system a break
  • Provides a quick wellness refresher

Ideal for:

  • Weekly, fortnightly or monthly (frequent) cleansers
  • Beginner cleansers -
    • If you’re not sure if you can last 3 or 5 days
    • If you’re unsure if you’ll like juicing
    • To see if you can do it and make it regular
  • People who don’t have time for a longer cleanse

3 Day Cleanse

A more robust 3 day juice cleanse like Level 3 Cleanse - Deep Clean & Transform, or the Gut Healing Cleanse with soups and broths tend to provide greater detoxifying effects but all Sol Cleanse 3 day cleanses will have the below.

Benefits:

  • Is the perfect duration for a reset
  • Provides greater detoxifying effects compared to 1 day
  • Assists in breaking cycles with caffeine and addiction
  • Drops water weight
  • Resets the palette
  • Brightens the skin
  • Rebalances gut microbiome
  • Improves mental clarity
  • Restores natural energy levels
  • Enhances cravings for healthier foods
  • Potentially improves sleep and restfulness (according to customers)

Ideal for:

  • Beginner cleansers - Level 1 or Active Cleanse are best for first timers
  • Seasonal cleansers
  • Monthly cleansers
  • Pre or post-travel cleansing

5 Day Cleanse

Intensify your detox experience and challenge yourself with a 5 day cleanse. Gain all the benefits of the 3 day cleanse plus the below.

Benefits:

  • Resets your body and mind
  • Reconnects you with hunger signals
  • Increases energy and mental clarity
  • Ideal for genuinely kicking bad habits
  • Assist with gentle weight loss
  • Gives you space to self reflect 
  • Saves you time on 5 days of meal prep and grocery shopping!
  • Provides a sense of achievement through challenging yourself and committing to your wellness goals

Ideal for:

  • Seasonal cleansers
  • People looking to make big changes

Choose the best Cleanse Program & duration for you

Ready to cleanse? Use these insights to pick the cleanse duration most suited to you. Please also keep in mind that we have a host of different types of Cleanse Programs as well. Some of the more intense programs such as the Level 3 Cleanse: Deep Clean & Transform may be more challenging than others which could impact how long you juice cleanse for. Make sure you try our quiz here and see which cleanse options are most suited to you personally, and feel free to read reviews located at the bottom of each Cleanse Program page.