Clean 9 / C9 – First Step in Forever FIT
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Forever Living’s Clean 9 is creating a wave of success for kickstarting health and weight loss that everyone is asking about it.
From pop stars such as Posh Becks recommending the Aloe Vera diet to celebrities and top sports stars – this has just increased people’s interest and as a result the number of questions they are asking.
Posh Beck’s Clean 9 Diet
So, to answer all those Forever Clean 9 questions in one place – here is our best attempt to provide the answers (and if we’ve missed one, please let us know in the comments below).
These are based on both official Forever Living trainings and our own experience, both as distributors with Forever Living and also people who use and love these products.
For myself, I lost 4kg and dropped a trouser size on the Clean 9. It also formed the basis for developing a healthier lifestyle and I’ve gone on to regularly run 10k races, which is much easier (and better for your knees) when you don’t weigh so much!
Frequently Asked Questions
- How Much is Clean 9?
- How to use Clean 9
- How does the Clean 9 Work?
- No really, how does it work – scientifically?
- Is the Clean 9 a cleanse?
- Which is the best day to begin Clean 9?
- How much weight will I lose with Clean 9?
- But I don’t like exercise….!?!
- How to use clean 9 shake
- Taking the Aloe Vera, Therm Tablets, Forever Lean and the Forever Lite Shake
- Can I drink green, peppermint, almond tea or non decaffeinated tea during the 9 days?
- Can I eat carrots and other ‘free foods’ when on the clean 9?
- Do people actually get results in just 9 days?
- How to buy clean 9
- What do you get with the Clean 9
- Will I get headaches on the clean 9
- Can I do the clean 9 when…pregnant, breast feeding, whilst training for a run or high energy sports activity or diabetic?
- Is there a minimum age for clean 9
- I am on medication
- Before you begin?
- What happened to Nutri-Lean?
- What do I do after the Clean 9? FIT 1
- Fit 15
How much is Clean 9?
The true cost of the Clean 9 programme is much less than you would think.
Typically, we find that people save more than £50 or £60 just by not consuming trendy coffees, alcohol and lunch time sandwiches.
Equally, the benefits of the Clean 9 are that afterwards you wont want to eat or drink these as much, so you’ll be saving for the weeks ahead too.
In the UK the net costs are about £5 per day – click Clean 9 UK to order.
In the US Clean 9 net costs are about $5 per day – click Clean 9 USA to order.
You can also order Clean 9 Canada or purchase the Clean 9 in Ireland
However, the true cost is much less, and good health always pays back in terms of being able to earn an income.
ps. If you wish, we can show you how to order your Clean 9 at a discount…
How to use Clean 9
The Clean 9 is – as you’d expect – a 9 day nutrition programme. All the details of what to take, when and how, come with the pack and the booklet in the pack. If you don’t have the booklet you can can C9 /Clean 9 Booklet download it here.
How does the Clean 9 Work?
Clean 9 Celebrities
Firstly, pick a nine day sequence when you don’t have any parties or celebrations!
The nine days is then split into two parts
– an initial two days when you consume the protein and nutrition shakes as a food replacement, Therm tablets to beat your tea and coffee cravings in a naturally inspired way, plus Garcinia to help beat the sweet-tooth carvings.
– followed by a further 7 days when you are allowed to eat a 600 calorie meal. However, if you are very active – a sports player or have an active job, such as gardening, then you might want to increase that to 1,000 calories. See below for more advice.
You might also like to follow these two stories Kelly’s Fresh Start with Clean 9 and Tina’s dramatic weight loss story.
No really, how does it work – scientifically
Okay, for the scientists… in the first two days we are living on a more or less liquid diet of high nutrition and low calories.
At the same time, we drink loads of Aloe Vera Gel to clean our system of toxins.
Now, Aloe Vera Gel has a history stretching back many thousands of years and has hundreds of studies – all of which show that high quality inner leaf gel is safe and effective in the vast majority of cases (exceptions include extremes – such as very heavy drug users – medical or recreational – who need to be more careful with the cleansing effect of the aloe vera).
In essence, the science to date explains it as follows; our fat cells become surrounded by toxins. These toxins come from our convenience or processed diets, toxins in the atmosphere, our homes, our cars and environment.
Clean 9 – starting to see results
The 9 day cleanse works by stripping away those toxins such that the fat cells are then exposed and the body can now access this ‘food store’ for energy production (by converting to Glycogen etc…).
So, it seems that what we are really doing is losing toxins rather than fat cells.
The fat cells then get burnt up when we exercise (or exercise more) and over time – by following the Forever Forever F.I.T 1 follow on weight management programme.
Of course, whilst scientists and medics are still really only beginning to prove the effects of Aloe Vera, this hasn’t stopped people benefiting from it for many thousands of years.
Is the Clean 9 just a cleanse?
Strictly speaking, we are not allowed to use medical words to describe our products or the effects of the Clean 9 as it may accidentally suggest a medical context.
The word we are advised to use is ‘Clean’ or ‘Cleanse’.
The impact of our Aloe Vera is that it supports the healthy function of the body (liver, kidneys, skin and lungs) to do what it does anyway – which is absorb nutrition and get ride of waste. Think about it, your body is cleansing all day and everyday anyway, our high quality Aloe Vera and the Clean 9 programme simply helps that process which leads to great results.
Which is the best day to begin Clean 9?
We normally recommend starting on a Friday – where this is the last working day of your week.
So, Friday and Saturday are the initial two days when you rely on the shakes, Aloe Vera gel and supplements for your nutrition before starting normal meals on the third day – typically, Sunday.
When you go back to work on Monday, you’ll be feeling stronger and lighter and eating proper meals.
If you working week ends of a Sunday – then make that your first Clean 9 day etc…
How much weight will I lose with Clean 9?
Clean 9 – success story
How much weight will you lose on Clean 9 is the question that everyone wants answered. And the truth is, that it depends!
For instance, I lost 4 KG (about 8.8lbs or pounds) and that is about average – although some people have lost a lot more.
More importantly though, you will lose inches – most people drop a dress or trouser size – as I did.
In fact, if you continue to use the follow on programme – Forever F.I.T 1 and Forever F.I.T. 2, then you can easily lose a second trouser or dress size and then you definitely need a new wardrobe.
But I don’t like exercise…!?!
Okay, we get this question a lot – can I do the Clean 9 and get amazing results without moving or doing any exercise? Probably no.
The level of exercise on the Clean 9 is very moderate – 30 minutes of moderate exercise – that would be a 15 minute walk to work and and 15 minute walk home.
It might even be just parking the car at the far end of the car park and walking to the office building.
Or you might just put on a dance video and job along gently for 30 minutes – or 15 mins in the morning and 15 in the afternoon.
Okay, you still don’t like exercise – I know – but you will only over come that exercise by taking small steps to more activity.
And, if you are looking to lose weight (rather than just a cleanse) then exercise and diet work TOGETHER.
So, please find a way to build moderate exercise into your day – it will make a huge difference to your results and you’ll find so much better for it too.
Go on – you know you can do it!
How to use clean 9 shake
Please follow this link to the Clean 9 Booklet for full details on how to use.
When you order your pack, a printed version of this booklet is included so that you can track your days, what you are eating and measure your results.
Taking the Aloe Vera Gel, Therm Tablets, Forever Lean and the Forever Lite Shake
Is Aloe drink taken on empty stomach? And how minutes before lunch?
Aloe Vera works better when taken on an empty stomach as it is absorbed more easily. When you are on the Clean 9 you either take Aloe Vera either on its own or just before the Forever Lite nutrition shake. So, timing isn’t really an issue as you are not taking at the same time as your meals (day 3 to 9).
When do I take Therm?
Take the supplements and aloe vera in order as listed in the clean 9 booklet. You take Therm after your Aloe Vera Gel. I don’t think you need to wait.
Can I add the Forever Lean to the Clean 9?
Yes, you can, but it won’t help much. 🙂 Forever Lean helps us process the fats that we are eating or about to eat. So, on the Clean 9, you will eat very lean 600 to 800 calorie meals and won’t be eating any particularly fatten meals – such as Christmas lunch! That is why Forever Lean is not a part of the Clean 9 – it really isn’t necessary – but is a very useful product if you do have some weddings to attend or Christmas meals to eat!
Can I use another weight plan meal shake?
So long as the shake you use have the same very high nutritional and protein content in a form that makes digestion and absorption easier, then yes okay. It would not be a good idea to use an inferior product. (NB. I don’t know of a better product than the Forever Lite Shake – so I’d suggest you stick to that).
Can I drink green, peppermint, almond or non decaffeinated tea during the 9 days?
If you feel it is necessary then yes, you can. However, both green tea and almond tea do contain some caffeine and the new Clean 9 (with the Therm tablets) does give you a boost with natural caffeine (Guarana) and a Green Tea extract already, so these teas probably won’t be necessary for the caffeine fix.
Ideal would be a lot of water or hot water with a slice of lemon. However, if you feel you have to have a hot drink then a green tea, almond tea, peppermint tea or decaf tea isn’t going to affect the outcome a great deal, so if it really helps you, then do it.
Can I eat carrots and other ‘free foods’ when on the clean 9?
No, carrots are not included in the ‘free foods’ list as they have a high GI (Glycemic Index) score. Essentially, a high GI means that the food has a high impact on your body’s blood sugar.
Foods you can eat vary from fruits such as apricots and apples to vegetables such as spinach and tomatoes.
We’ve found that soft fruits such as kiwi, raspberries and strawberries plus vegetables such as cucumber, sugar snap peas and tomatoes are the most popular.
A full list of ‘allowed’ free foods is on page 11 of the Clean 9 booklet.
Do people actually get results in just 9 days?
Yes they do. However, cheating and eating lots of cake or drinking coffee half way through usually slows the benefits. So, your results will depend on your desire to get the most out of it.
How to buy clean 9
Buying a Clean 9 pack is really simply – just click the Clean 9 link, order and pay – it will be delivered to your home or office.
What do you get with the Clean 9
You’ll get everything you need to provide a nutritional programme for the 9 days with the exception of something to mix with the Ultra-Lite shake (such as soya milk, rice milk, skimmed milk or water) and the meals from day 3 to 9.
Pack contains:
2 x 1 litre bottle Forever Aloe Vera Gel
1 x Forever Lite Ultra with Aminotein Vanilla (15 servings)
1 x Forever Therm (18 tablets)
1 x Forever Garcinia Plus (54 softgels)
1 x Forever Fibre (9 packets)
1 x Shaker
1 x Tape Measure
Information booklet
Will I get headaches on the clean 9
Probably. Essentially, the more cleansing that is going on, the greater the headache. So, oddly, headaches are a good sign.
To minimise the headaches, we strongly recommend coming off coffee and tea before you start (alcohol and cigarettes too if you drink and smoke) and begin with just one bottle of Aloe Vera Gel.
However, if you are a regular tea drinker – let’s say – and find the headaches too much – then do have one or two cups of tea – but try to limit them as much as possible.
Can I do the clean 9 when
…pregnant
Personally, I wouldn’t advice it. Not that I think there is any risk – it just doesn’t seem the right time to reduce your calorie intake when you are eating for two (or more).
…when breast feeding?
Again, unless you are a regular drinker of our Aloe Vera, then probably not, as suddenly drinking large quantities of aloe vera might not help your baby breast feed.
However it is important to ensure that you are receiving sufficient high quality nutrition for both yourself and your baby’s milk and aloe vera can significantly help with the absorption of nutrients and vitamins.
One option is to skip the first two days – most intensive days – although I would recommend starting with the aloe vera slowly and then follow Forever FIT 1 to gain better nutrition and absorption of nutrients while breast feeding – and then follow with the Clean 9 once the breast feeding is complete.
…can I do it twice?
Yes, although twice and certainly more than twice is not normally recommended and you may achieve better results by continuing with the Forever F.I.T. 1 and then FIT 2 programme.
…whilst training for a run or high energy sports activity?
With proper care, yes, although, I usually advice very active people to go straight to Fit 1.
If a sports person really does want the benefit of the cleanse, then they are advised to either skip the first two days, or split the programme into two parts of 4 days – followed by 2 days of normal eating (this might be 3,000+ calories for a Rugby player) followed by the second 5 days.
Alternatively, you can increase the number of shakes – add one per day for an extra 300 calories – or simply include a 600 calorie meal from day one.
If you have a particular question, please contact us for specific advice.
… as I am diabetic?
If someone is boarder line diabetic type 2, they might try to start at day 3. However, I think this assumes that you are already consuming Aloe Vera Gel and / or have your doctor’s advice. This is important because drinking Aloe could impact your medication and hence, this is why we always suggest following the programme under your doctors supervision so that they can track any changes needed for your medication.
We don’t advise someone with diabetes type 1 to follow our programme – unless they are determined to do so, in which case we would request a signed risk waiver.
Is there a minimum age for Clean 9
Yes – we recommend that you should be at least 16 years old.
If a child has weight issues then this needs to be tackled but it is likely that there is a psychological aspect to this and hence Clean 9 would not be appropriate.
I am on medication
If you are – or recently have been – on medication (other than over the counter pharmaceuticals) then we would not wish to give generic advice but ask you to speak to your doctor or supplier or if you don’t have a supplier then please contact us. .
We have had people, who were previously on medication, successfully complete our programme but it needs to be handled carefully and under medical supervision and with your doctor’s approval. As distributors of Forever Living, we are not qualified medically to give medical advice.
Before you begin?
We always recommend a bottle of Aloe Vera Gel to drink before beginning – it is a great way to acclimatise yourself to the Aloe.
Also, we find that the worse it tastes, the more cleansing your body has to do and therefore the more work the aloe will do (and benefit you will gain).
However, if you find the taste a little difficult to accept at the beginning, it is doubly important to prepare by consuming a bottle or so in the week in advance so that the cleansing effect can work more slowly through your body, and as it does, we have found that people start to accept and then like the taste!
I certainly know that I now crave the taste and calming sense of drinking the Aloe Vera – especially after a lot of exercise, long days or too much partying!
What happened to Nutri-Lean?
Nutri-lean was the original next step / follow on programme for Clean 9 or C9. It has now been replaced by the Forever FIT programme which consists of three parts C9 – to cleanse, FIT 1 – to build good habits / continue weight loss and FIT 2 – to build lean muscle.
The new FIT programme continues to use Garcina, Forever Ultra-Lite, Aloe Vera Gel but includes Therm and Pro-X energy bars instead of the Forever Lean. Forever Lean can still be purchased separately as an additional help if required.
What do you do after a Clean 9?
Some people stop – which is usually a mistake – and then have to follow up with a second clean 9 about 6 months later. Which is a shame!
The best next step is to move to the Forever FIT 1 – this will ensure you gain steady weight loss over time and for good. Remember, the clean 9 is principally about removing toxins and prepares the body for longer term weight loss (or weight gain in some cases too).
I have written an extra article all about how to continue after Clean 9 with the FIT 1 programme.
Hence, even if you are looking at a second Clean 9, then once finished, do continue with the Forever FIT and make the weight loss permanent.
Fit 15
If you find the jump from the 9 day Clean 9 programme to the 30 Fit 1 or Fit 2 programme, don’t worry – you can settle in the middle now and take the 15 day Fit 15.
Find out more about Fit 15 beginner, intermediate and advanced programme
I have a question about exercise – aren’t you supposed to exercise regularly as well? If so, how much exercise is recommended?
Hi Susanne – yes, you are right – it is really important to keep up a minimum level of physical activity – such as walking for 20 minutes at a moderately brisk pace everyday plus a 5 minute walk earlier (or later) in the day.
The exercise doesn’t need to be heavy – but it does it be daily – and it will make a significant difference to weight loss and the benefits.
Of course, if you are already exercising heavily – such as training in the gym or walking for 2 hours plus or running 5k – then you should either increase your calories by adding an extra Ultra-Lite shake or get in touch so we can discuss how best to manage your personal clean 9 plan.
Hi? So what if one decides to do alot of exercising,more than 20mins, during the C9, and not take additional calories,will there be a problem? Cus I was considering alot for better results. I am looking at losing 25kg after the C9 and F1 and Fit,is that even possible?
Hi Efe – yes, you can do more exercise but you need to adjust your calories and plan – if you bought your Clean 9 through me, I’d be happy to help you put a plan together to suit your exercise regime.
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Neil
Hi , am in day5، and just notice that i was doing it wrong!!! I had my food on 2 days the starting days , brekfast , lunch and dinner , but it was all diet and no carbohidrate ، shall i start all over again or continue ?
Hi Bita – so you missed the first two days? If so, then just carry on from day 3 onwards – and then go onto the Fit 1 as soon as possible.
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Neil
Hi im taking this cleanse and im on day 5 and I haven’t lost any weight at all and im really frustrated i was looking forward to having a flatter stomach but its still the same
Hi Ruby
Okay – here some questions
– are you following the plan (or having extra snacks)
– are you drinking enough water?
– are you doing the exercise as well – this is very important
– have you measured your waist, thighs and hips – as this is a better indication than just weight (often scales vary)
– are you measuring your weight at the same time each day?
If you are doing all of those – are you already pretty thin/ slim – so benefiting more from a cleanse rather than a weight loss?
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Hi Neil,
Will switching my evening meal to lunch time and so have the shake in the evening affect my results?
Thank you!
Hi Rachel – no, you can switch meals and forever lite shakes – do what works best for you.
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Neil
Hi , I’m on day 6 of the cleanse and lost 2.2kgs and 11 inches 🙂 I smoke socially is it ok to do this whilst on the C9. Also will a small amount of caffeine affect my results?
Hi Danielle – yes, smoking and coffee will definitely affect your results.
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Neil
Hi I am in day 3 and haven’t lost any weight is that normal also I’ve had my 600 calorie meal but it was a slimming world mean of 89 kcal per 550g (was that in the 600 limit I’m and should I not use them as my meal?) Helppp please!!!
Have you read this Lisa https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/?
My dear total how much calories we are getting or we suppose to take in 3-9 days ?
My 2nd question is what is only an apple be added to choclate shake. Bcz in recipies i can see many things to be added which i dont like. Lets say im making a shake wd one scope of shake+apple wdout skin+skimmed milk(zero fat) so these are total 277 cal n in the dinner i have to take 600 calories meal n 2 cups skimmed milk tea a day. So approx it will go to around 1000 calories are day which i calculate from the food.
Thats why i asked how many calories are supposed to he taken per day during c9. In the booklet shakes n meals also have different cal reaching around 1000 cal a day. Plz advise if my routine is ok.
Thanks
Hi Sana – did you get the booklet in your pack? That should explain everything? Failing that, do get in contact with the person who supplied you with the box.
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Can I use royal jelly with clean 9 and can I take pain killer while using clean 9
Hi Masha – yes, you can use Royal Jelly with the Clean 9 – in fact, you can use any of our nutritional products with the Clean 9.
In regards to medication, it would be better not to take the painkiller to get the max benefits assuming it is a mild painkiller? However, if you are taking medication prescribed by a doctor, then it is wise to let your doctor know what you are doing in case he/she wants to adjust the dosage (often you’ll need less).
Have started using the clean9 product for 3 days and I notice nothing has change in my body, butthe mistake is from because I dnt follow the step in d booklet. Now, my question is can I start over again? All I need is to let ma tummy reduce.
Have been using the clean9 product for past 3 days but no changes due to my mistake. Now, my question is that can I start over again?
Hi Moronkola – I think it depends… How many calories / or what did you do during your first 3 days?
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hi i use the clean 9 and im on my 4days buy i cheat i eat 1 cup of rice and 1 1/2 of spaghetti what will i do next should i need to start in just like the 1 day ?
Hi Lovely
Sounds like you need to begin again and follow the plan.
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Neil
Can I use clean 9 and nutri lean while breastfeeding?
Hi Fatima – I wouldn’t advise it as you will consume fewer calories and this could affect your baby.
Instead, I would recommend that you begin with the FIT 1 programme which adds good nutrition to a healthy diet to help you lose weight and develop better exercise levels. Here is the link https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479
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Neil
Can I use clean 9 for reduction of belly fat and reduction of arm fat?
Hi Kemi – yes, we have found that people lose inches / cm from their arms as well as their waist using our Clean 9.
However, for long term fitness and weight loss, follow up with the FIT 1.
https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479
Hi I have finnished my 9 days of clean 9, can I carry on eating healthier meals with all the pills? Aloe vera jel? Basically have my 3 meals a day without the shakes, but with everything else?
Hi Helena – that’s a good question.
Yes, you can carry on with the elements of the Clean 9 and drop others. So, you could continue with the Aloe Vera Gel, Garcinia, Therm and Fibre and drop the shake.
However, let’s look at what the Forever Ultra shake offers
– it is a very high protein and nutritional source for low calories
– the Aminotein helps the body use the protein and convert it to muscle
– it is quick and convenient
If you aim is to get fit – ie. lose weight by eating better and doing more exercise (which is definitely the proven way to lose weight for the long term) then the shake can help you do this – as can the other elements too.
However, I also think it is more important for you to keep going at some level – with what ever mix of products suits you – than to stop all together.
Once you’ve completed the Clean 9 – you’ve created a base for longer term fitness, healthy eating and weight management – what ever you do, don’t stop now. 🙂
You can find the individual items here https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&categoryName=Fitness+%26+Weight+Management
Hope this helps
Neil
CAN A HYPERTENSIVE PATIENT USE CLEAN 9?
Hi Chichi – depends! I certainly wouldn’t want to give medical advice here on a generic forum but, if you’d like to purchase your clean 9 through us, then we’d be happy to talk to you about this issue to give you better advice and recommendations.
https://www.fitnw.com/buy-clean9-fit/
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Neil
Hi,
I’m a slim woman, 5’11 but I have some belly fat which makes me very uncomfortable. I have a bottle of Forever Aloe Vera gel and a bottle of forever royal jelly. How do I start?
Hi Uzo
It sounds like you should expect excellent results if you follow the programme carefully.
For the Clean 9 you’ll need at least two bottles of forever aloe vera gel, garcina the forever lite shake and I would strongly recommend (ie you’ll get better results) if you also include the term and the fibre.
You can buy all items separately, but they are more expensive than just buying the clean 9 pack.
However, here are the links
Clean 9 https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=475
Garcinia https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=071
Forever Lite https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=470
Forever Therm https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=463
Forever Fibre https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=464
Hi, I am on day 4 of the c9 diet, I have lost 4lbs so far and to feel slot better, the only problem is that I seem to be gaining body fat, when I start my bf was 28.7% and it has risen to 30%. I am following every from the booklet and doing exercise for 30 minutes a day. Does this normally happen. Thanks 😊
Hi Lara – day 4 is still every early and scales vary a great deal – especially if your water content changes. So, this isn’t always a reliable reading.
I prefer to work by inches or centimeters – so follow the measurements as per the Clean 9 booklet and track from that.
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Neil
Hello, this is the 4th day of my clean 9 programme and no results yet why? I am following up with all thw instructions and yet I measured yesterday which made is the 3rd day I started it. Am really not happy
Hi Euphemia – please check out this advice https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/
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Neil
Hi I’m about to start my clean 9 programme. I have irregular shifts for work so some days I get a lie in and have breakfast quite late. For example I would hve breakfast at 11:00am, lunch at 15:00pm then dinner 20:00pm. Does this effect the programme? Taking the gel ect later than the usual breakfast lunch and dinner time?
Hi Shakila – I guess you must eat breakfast, lunch and dinner each day – even when you are working shifts – albeit at different times?
If so, I’d suggest you just follow that pattern.
Good luck 🙂
Neil
Hi,
This is really great info. I just wanted to double check the package contents- your lift says you get three bottles of Aloe Vera juice but the website says two. Could you confirm which is correct?
Thanks
Hi Vanessa – you are quite right, the new Clean 9 contains two aloe vera gel bottles – plus also Therm instead of Bee Pollen and Fibre. Also the tablets now all come in a blister pack – which makes them much easier to take (and not forget).
Have you ordered your Clean 9 yet? Its a great way to start the new year. 🙂
Im in my fifth day in clean9
I lost about 3 kilos in day 3
but that didn’t change .. I stopped losing weight
how can I lose weight again ,,,I still have 4 days .. how can I get the greatest benefits of this program during them
plz help
Hi Amira -that’s great well done.
The best way is to
a) keep going – and move onto the FIT 1 programme to lock in further long term weight loss https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479 and
b) keep doing the exercise
The Clean 9 is essentially a kickstart to a longer term weight loss programme. Our bodies are created such that we can only lose so much fat in any given time and that long term weight loss needs us to stick to the plan and keep going.
Good luck.
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Neil
Hi there
I started the C9 today but I am doing the bee pollen not the therm. However, it doesn’t say in the new booklet how many, and how often/when to take the bee pollen over the 9 days. Do you have a link to the old booklet by any chance?
many thanks
Henny
Hi Henry – is this what you need?
https://www.fitnw.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Clean-9-Instruction-Booklet.pdf
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Neil
perfect, thanks very much.
Out of interest, why do you need to drink so much water when you take your aloe?
Hi Henry – well water also cleans the body’s system out and if the aloe – taken rapidly as in the Clean 9 – starts to shift the toxins, then more water will help the kidneys do their job too.
Generally we find that people just don’t drink enough water anyway – so, more water is just a good idea for most people any how.
HI Neil
Iv just completed the clean 9 which i thought was wonderful and iv never felt better, i also lost 7lbs! I had plenty of energy on the cleanse and had no cravings and was never hungry. I also enjoyed taking all the products.
However, since i have finished the program, I’m feeling very tired and having huge cravings for food! Im worried il put on more weight than when i started!
Is this normal? Im considering looking at buying some of the supplements that i used in the clean 9 to stop these feelings do you think that would help?? I can’t rally afford to do the next step program.
Can you advise??
Thanks in advance.
Hi Ali
It might be a good thing.
If you are doing more exercise then your body will want more food / fuel.
However, if you are craving foods – so, sweets, chocolates, biscuits – then it might be your blood sugar levels.
Also, did you use the Bee Pollen (old version) or Therm (new version)?
Lastly, yes, you can buy the supplements seperately. If you send me a reply, I suggest the best supplements for you.
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Hi there, I was about to ask the same as Ali – I can ‘t afford to move on to the Fit 1, I finish today and have already started feeling tired! I’ve run out of the shake so grabbed some Complan from Boots for my last shake at lunchtime.
I’m also trying to get pregnant so am anxious that I don’t take anything that could compromise that. I was thinking of doing the 5:2 diet with the shakes/garcinia on the fast days.
You were really kind and sent me the pdf to the old Clean 9 booklet, is it possible to do the same for the fit 1 so that I can have an outline of it and try to adapt it?
Also would you say the garcinia and the bee pollen are fine to take for trying/getting pregnant? I have not taken the therm because I didn’t want to take guarana.
What is best for stabilising the blood sugar levels?
thanks very much
HENNY
Hi Henny – just to let you know – I’ve written a new article about FIT 1 here – https://www.fitnw.com/fit-1-what-to-do-after-clean-9/ – hope it helps
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Hi , I would like to ask if I can take clean 9 and I am on thyroid medecine and lopressor 50 for heart beats I already removed all my thyroid 2 years ago. Second question they told me to take after it directly fit 15 for 1 month is it better than fit 1? Thank you
Please ask your doctor first Safaa before mixing the Clean 9 with medicines
Hi I would also like to know which supplements are best to take after for weight loss and curbing cravings for a sweet tooth. I am going to buy the shakes coz I find them so conveienient and they fill me up.
Hi Kaz – then the shakes and the garcinia – but the aloe will also make a big difference
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Hello Henny
Couple of thoughts
a) you probably can ‘afford’ FIT 1 – just need to have it explained. Firstly, I help my customer register direct with Forever Living so they buy with a 15% discount and get free delivery on their first order.
b) the FIT 1 pack is cheaper than buying the individual products – so you save more money this way
c) Because the FIT 1 lasts 30 days – and not 9 days – you have more shakes and protein bars which will replace more meals than the Clean 9.
d) Also, because you are eating better (avoiding the coffee, chocolate, alcohol and eating fresher not pre-processed food – hopefully – then you should be saving a considerable amount on your weekly bills)
I calculate that the net cost of FIT 1 is about £1 per day. Get in touch if you want me to show you how.
Having said that, the garcinia is important for stabilising blood sugar and the bee pollen for energy. Remember the shakes replace a meal – so it is just about diverting your spend from Sainsbury’s to an alternative.
Here are some links
1. FIT 1 booklet – https://www.fitnw.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/F1Booklet.pdf
2. Garcinia – https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=071
3. Bee Pollen – https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=026
4. Forever Lite Aminotein Vanilla Shakes – https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=324
Do get in touch if you’d like to know how to buy at discount.
Hope this helps
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Neil
Just finished the cleanse 9 and lost 6lb and 11 inches. Would of liked to have lost more. Can I still carry on with the shakes and tablets for a few more days?
Hi Elaine – that is a really good result.
Yes, absolutely, the longer you keep going with the shake, tablets and aloe vera – plus exercise and eating well, the more weight you will lose.
Doctors tell us that our bodies can lose a max of 2kg (4lbs) of fat per week – so locking in your weight loss as fat loss is important and only achieved by keeping on going.
Essentially, at this stage you should be following the FIT 1 routine – and not the two day farce at the beginning of the Clean 9.
hi. im a wrking class lady. i breastfeed my 9 months baby only when i com bak from work he also takes other foods. since my baby eats other foods and gets nutrients from such foods can i commence the clean 9 programm?
Hello Dayo
Well, people who are used to drinking lots of Aloe Vera do continue whilst breast feeding. However, if you are starting with Aloe Vera you may give you baby – who is not used to aloe vera yet – cholic.
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Neil
Hi, I’m on my forth day of the c9 and just wondering can I have carrots with my dinner (their not on the free foods list) also what meat can I eat or stay away from? Thank you, just not sure what I can/can’t eat
Hi Fionnuala
Yes you can have carrots but they form part of your 600 calories (they are not on the ‘free’ food list).
You can eat anything you like with the 600 calories but often chicken is leaner than say lamb – so fewer calories
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Neil
Hi Neil,
I am on the 6th day of the clean 9 and I just wondered is it ok to eat quorn burgers or would this be considered as processed food? Is there any food I cannot eat as part of the 600 cals meal or is everything ok? I had 4oz salmon the days 3 and 4, a sweet potato with tuna and spinach days 5 and 6. I’m running out of veggie ideas.
Thanks a lot
Rebecca
hi Rebecca – that all sounds pretty healthy.
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On my fourth day,I was hungry couldn’t wait till dinner, so I took lunch.does it mean I have to start ova?
Hi Jossy – did you read this article https://www.fitnw.com/buy-clean9-fit/
The key thing is – don’t panic – don’t over worry – just get back on the plan.
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Neil
Hi!
I’m on day 2 of c9.. Regarding the free foods, how much can I have In a day? I goofed up by having carrots on day 1. Should I just carry on with the plan or repeat day 1 again?
Hi Hakim – the booklet advises eating free foods in ‘moderation’.
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Neil
What does in moderation mean? 2 cups per day? And is it ok for days 1&2? Would it affect the results?
Also, if I feel full halfway thru the shake, do I have to finish the whole quantity?
Hi Sandra – moderation, of course, depends on the person – so, the bigger you are, the more you eat.
Its for you to decide.
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Neil
I have a 6 months baby ,would c9 affect breast feeding ?
Hello Sweet – yes it will – please wait until you finish breast feeding.
Best regards
Neil
ps. let me know if you’d like to order with the 15% discount
Pls can I use C9 while trying to get pregnant? I’ve got too much weight
Hi Destiny – yes, there is no reason not to use the clean 9 before pregnancy and once you are used to the Aloe Vera gel it can really help improve the absorption of good nutrition during pregnancy as well as providing Folic Acid and Vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C and E and Niacin plus nearly all the essential amino acids and much more.
We simply recommend people don’t start with Aloe Vera and the Clean 9 when already pregnant because miscarriages do occur for all sorts of reasons and we don’t want there to be any possibility of linking it to our product.
Hello,
I am also trying to get pregnant, and just finised a clean 9 program. I have ordered for Nutri lean from my dealer but my fear is i hope it wont affect my quest for getting pregnant?
Hello Chi
Speak to the person who sold you the pack – but I can only imagine that it would help not hinder.
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Neil
is the old clean9 (bee pollen) better than the new clean 9(therm) in terms of result and must i follow with the FIT1 & 2 if i use the new clean 9
Hi AMK – I’d say the new clean 9 (with Therm and Fibre) is easier to follow and hence we are seeing more consistent results.
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Also, you choose any combination of Clean 9, Fit 1 , Fit 2 and Vital 5 – dependent on what you want to achieve.
So, we have guys losing 25+ kg on the full 69 day fit programme – whereas you can’t lose this much in just 9 days etc.
What is your fitness goal? The better I understand this, the better I can advise you.
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Neil
Hi Neil,
I’m on the clean 9 at the moment, i don’t really have the shakes as they just make me feel ill is this going to affect my outcome?
Also does the 600calorie meals only include the free foods? or are you aloud the free foods at any point in the day and the 600 calorie meals can include anything? I’m on day 6 only been drinking water, been having loads of it too, i never used to work out till the day before i started this i am pushing myself as i would love to see a great result but at the moment i can’t see a difference although i have decided that day 10 will be my weigh in, if i’ve not done well could it be down to not having the shakes and if so why?
Hi Shannon – yes, the shakes are important – they contain a lot of nutrition and protein – if you are not taking them, then you need to replace the same level of protein and nutrition for the same number of calories.
What are you mixing the shake with? Often it is the type of milk, soya, almond, hazelnut milk that is the issue. You can even use water if you prefer.
No, the 600 calorie meal doesn’t include the free foods – so long as you eat them in moderation and you eat free foods (low GI – so no carrots).
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Neil
ps. don’t forget, the tape measurement are more important that the scales – often our bodies vary by a couple of kg from day to day anyway – so the tape measure is a better test. 🙂
we can mix the protein with law fat milk?
thank you
Yes Wafa – you can, but I recommend that you take yourself off dairy products and use soya or almond or rice milk instead.
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Neil
Hi Shannon,
Do you end up losing any weight once you weighed in?
Hi i am going onto day three of my clean 9 and i am getting really bad pains in my upper abdomen due to a history of stomach ulcers well as in my back, these pains have intensified after taking the clean 9 and i wanted to know if i can take any pain killers for it? Also can i distribute my 600 calories throughout the day?
Hi Wasim
Are you on medication? If so, please let me know – or phone the person who sold you the box as that would impact on any advice.
However, that aside, it sounds like the aloe vera may simply be helping your body to detoxify – albeit, that given your history you might want to slow down a little.
One solution is to simply drink more water – have you been drinking 8 large glasses? Often we under estimate how much water this is – but it helps the body and kidneys etc if we drink lots of water.
Yes, you can distribute the 600 calories across the day – although, I usually advise men to eat 800 calories.
Lastly, if it would help, you can always skip a day – so go back to a normal diet day and then continue on from there on the following day. It’s not ideal, but without knowing you or your situation it sounds like the aloe vera and Clean 9 are doing their job anyway?
One last thing – it would be a good idea to phone the person who sold you the box – just so you can discuss anything that might be missed here.
Hope this helps
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Neil
Hello,
Can I drink green, peppermint or non caffeinated tea during the 9 days? As it is just infused hot water?
Thanks
Hey Whit – yes you can!
🙂
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Hi there
What will happen if u went a little over the 600 calories will it stop working?
Not necessarily Kellie. So if you raise your exercise level then you can also raise your calories.
Just don’t miss out on the moderate exercise – and drink the required minimum 8 glasses of water.
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Neil
Hi
I have been taking the clean 9 for the past 4 days and i have been having problems with my stomach as i feel uncomfortable and i it feels like it’s in pain.. also i have polysistic ovaries so i wanted to know if that will slow down any weight loss as i am taking it to reduce weight.. lastly i have missed two doses of aloe vera gell on day two and i missed a my shake for lunch on day 3 but i had a fat free yougart with free foods for lunch.. do i need to make up for this and will it effect my progress?
Thanks
Hi Keeliya
Please tell us more?
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Neil
can non exclusive breastfeeding women commence the clean 9 programme?
Hi Kemi – ‘non exclusive breastfeeding’ – as in both breastfeeding and feeding solids?
Well, what we say about breastfeeding applies – there is a chance that your baby may get colic, obviously, the less you breastfeed the lower the chance.
Secondly, what is the quality of your overall nutrition? If you are eating really well, then that is passed through your milk. If haven’t eaten really well, then may be wait just a little longer?
I’d suggest you give me a call to discuss or speak to someone experienced with Clean 9 and the FIT programme to discuss your circumstances.
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Neil
Well in regards to my stomach problems i f3el a tightness pain at 5he bottom on my stomach
That could just be the Aloe Vera working?
And it feels very uncomfortable like your muscles do after a really difficult work out.. a few years back i was diagnosed with polysistic ovaries which caused a hormonal imbalance in my body and that is the cause of my weight gain.. i am taking the clean 9 and i am on day 5 now and i can see some difference but i wanted to know if me having polysistic ovaries will effect any weight loss as i was always told by the doctors that it will be more difficult for me to lose weight than a normal person withput polysistic ovaries.. furthermore on day two due to family reasons i was unable to take the dinner and evening aloe vera gel and it was very late at night when i was able to take the gel but i was just about to go to bed so i thought i wouldn’t take it as i missed my times and i wanted to know if that would wffect my progress and if i should make up for it?
Thank You
Okay, thanks for the extra info.
The closer you can follow the programme, the better the benefits you’ll notice.
In regards to your particular situation, this is something that you could discuss with your distributor who sold you the box and / or your doctor.
It sounds, however, like you can lose weight but just have to work harder to achieve it? If so, you’re not alone and I’d suggest that you continue with Fit 1 and and Fit 2 to really make that weight loss permanent.
If you don’t have a distributor or your distributor can’t really advice / help you – then get in touch and if you order your FIT boxes through myself or the links here, then I’d be happy to advice you.
Lastly, I normally register my clients for FIT 1 – so that they get 15% discount and free delivery too.
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Neil
I’m running the Marathon. Do you recommend I do fit 1 and 2. As I will need carbs.
Hi Kuldip
Congratulations on getting a place 🙂
You should certainly adapt the Fit programme to fit your running schedule.
Probably, either jump straight to FIT 2 or Clean 9 for two days – and then switch to the FIT 2 programme.
Best is to get in contact so we can talk it through.
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Neil
I am doing clean9 but due to my hectic work schedule i spent most day outdoors and unable to follow exact instructions it says. I get to drink aloe gel max twice a day, and take all tablets along with it, at once, twice a day. And the shake i take once or twice a day. Am i going to get any resilts this way? Or m just wasting the product? Other than this i take tea once a day with milk n brown sugar, i cant start my day otherwise, thrn if i get very hungry or get bad cravings, i take one or two bites of anything that i get at that time, like a biscuit or sandwich etc. I dont eat stomach full but just to kill the xraving.
This is the second time i m doing clean9, the first time aswell i had this same messedup routine, and i got no results. Pls tell me how can i benifit from it max without doing it the exact way it recommends.
Hello Amreenali
It sounds like the person selling the box to you isn’t giving you sufficient advice.
My thoughts are these
– I advise men to add an extra 200 calories to their daily diet (days 3 to 9)
– if you are ‘active’ – say, working on a building site or plumbing or something like that, then you need to add extra calories to your diet on all day – how much depends on what you are doing – hence, you really need to discuss this with your seller
– eating biscuits or sandwiches – especially on days 1 and 2 – will mess up the benefits. However, if you are not eating sufficient calories for your build / level of activity – it will be hard to avoid this and may explain why you haven’t had results
– taking tea with sugar first thing in the morning sounds like your sugar levels need a boost to get going – the garcinia should help you with this – and taking more garcina could be the best way through this
– you could just follow the Fit 1 programme – which runs for 30 days – and aim to lose weight more gradually
Hope this helps
Neil
Hi, I have today started my Clean 9 program. When I came back home, I ate a banan and 3 mandarin. Have I destroy the program that I should start again tomorrow? How many times a day should I use the shake? What about from the 3rd day? What is recomended to eat, how much and how often? Thank you.
Hi Dorothy – have you got the Clean 9 booklet – see above – that explains what to do etc…
Okay, so you cheated a little – well, fruit isn’t too bad – the more you can follow the plan the better – but best of all, just keep going.
In fact, I always recommend that people follow up with FIT 1 too – as that will lock and extend the gains.
I help my clients buy the FIT 1 with discounts – and a net cost of between £1 and £2 per day – so get in touch if I can help.
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Hi Neil,
Thank you so much. I have seen the booklet and I have decide to start afresh today again and I am happy to do so. I have also set my mind to have a displin during these 9days for a perfect result. I will soon print the booklet and have it with me all the time. Myself I have started with vital5 since the 26.01.2015 that I am using now and I am looking forward to FIT 1 & FIT 2 as well after C9.
Thank you once again and have a great day.
Dorothy.
Good morning,
I first did the C9 about a month ago. i weighed 72.2 and got my weight down to 70. I am a US size 8, so not a bid person but have issues with my midsection. I started another phase of C9 on Saturday and today is day 3. My question is, can i use the free foods to make a smoothie and drink that in the coarse of the day. I used apples, celery and spinach. Contents are in a 75cl bottle.
Thank you.
Ngozi
good day, can i use clean 9 when trying to a have baby
yes Rita
https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=475
good day, can i use clean 9 when trying to a have baby?
Yes Rita – you can
Good Afternoon Neil,
It is my 2nd day on the Clean 9 – I am feeling really rather good so far and maybe its just wishful thinking but I definitely feel like I am already starting to feel the benefits: feeling less bloated, slightly lighter and my attitude to cleaner living has been restored.
My question is this – free foods, Are they for day 1&2 as well as 3-9? I added 60g frozen blueberries to my shake yesterday and today and have been putting a slice of cucumber into my glass of water for a refreshing drink throughout the day. Have I cheated or is this ok? I have followed everything else to the letter.
Many Thanks
Jaime
Yes Jaime – they can be used through out the 9 days – in moderation!
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Neil
please am on clean 9 (day 2) and i discover that whenever i urinate, my urine is always king of yellow or golden color, which i don’t understand, and usually fell a some-kind when i urinate. what could be the cause.
2. i drink up to 5-6 bottles of water (75ml) everyday, and i thought i should urinate more often than expected, but not like that. what do you think is wrong with me?
Sounds like you are not drinking enough water – but I would call the person who sold you the pack to talk it through with them.
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Neil
morning. my day 3 on clean 9, though no time for exercise, cos i work 7am to 6pm and a mother of 3, do you think i would loose any weight? and i started my circle yesterday which is like 10days earlier, do you think clean 9 is responsible for that. no longer feel hungry and would not even remember i have not eaten.
It has been a week since i have finished the clean 9 and i have tried to chabge my eatibg habits.. today i had a cheat day and had some unhealthy foods and my stomach has been in a lot of pain i wanted to know if this pain is because my stomach is expanding?
Hi Amanda – it is difficult to say – but it is probably because you are not eating well.
My suggestion is that you continue with the FIT 1 to lock in the weight loss and change to eating habits.
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Neil
Hiya.
I’m going to be starting clean 9 next week, but I’ve receive the kit through today and ready the booklet in detail, in the old clean 9 it told you when to take the tablets after/before the aloe and how long to leave it between.
The new clean 9 booklet doesn’t give any advice like this, can you help?
Hi Samantha – I think you are referring to the Garcinia tablets?
Well, it does still stay to take them 20 minutes before each meal – if you can – but most people find this isn’t practical and, like me, just take them before we eat – which also works.
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Neil
I am on Day 3 of clean 9 do I still follow the same routine for Dinner and Evening ie Tablets and Aloe Gel before I eat and then before bed the Aloe Gel ??
Is it ok to eat less than 600 calories
Hi Leila – you should have a booklet in your pack which explains how to follow the programme? If not, please follow the link above.
“Is it okay to eat less than 600 calories”, well, I wouldn’t recommend it – our bodies can only lose weight gradually, the idea is NOT to starve yourself but to gradually and gently reduce weight – so that it stays off.
Hope this helps
Neil
I have an unexpected party to attend, I am on day 4 so can I have a drink or not?
Yes – but the less you drink the better you’ll do. All things in moderation…
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Neil
Thank you
pls i dnt hv
money to buy the nxt fit 1 bcos is too costly in Nigeria here how would i maintain it bcos i realily want to slim down
Hi Maureen
I don’t know what our Fitness products cost in Nigeria – but here is what I suggest you do;
Count how much you spent last month on the following
– your trips to the supermarket / butchers / bakers etc – work out how much was for you (ie. not the family) you can save 25% of this whilst on FIT 1
– your trips on nights out – the cost of drinks, dinner, snacks (eg. popcorn and drinks at the cinema)
– any trips to coffee shops or tea shops
– the cost of lunch (if you work outside of home)
– any food or drink ‘treats’ you pay for
Then, take this cost from the cost of the FIT 1 – remember, to take off the cost of a month’s worth of spending.
Now you have a monthly net cost – divide that by 30 days – and you arrive at the real cost of FIT 1.
In the UK – this normally works out to be about £1 per day.
Is your health and fitness worth £1 per day?
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Neil
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ps. If at the end of this – it is still too much – then you can simply buy
4 bottles of aloe vera gel
1 month’s supply of forever lit
1 tub of Garcinia tablets
I think this would be the absolute minimum.
Hi, can I use clean 9 while im nursing. My son is already on solids and I havent used this product before. But really need to jumpstart my weightloss journey.
Thanks
Hi Zahra – if you are breast feeding then if you are not used to the aloe and your baby is not used to your aloe diet, then there is a chance that you can give him cholic.
If you really want to get going, then I suggest purchasing an extra bottle of aloe vera and gently drink about 30mls per day for 5 days building up to 60mls for an extra two days.
Then, when you begin the clean 9, it shouldn’t be such a surprise for your baby.
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So 1 need to.start drinking aloe gel gently b4 doing the clean 9. My question is hv done clean9 b4 I got pregnant so can I start taking the aloe gel again or move to Fit 1 plan
Hi Barbara – are you pregnant now? If so, Fit 1 and not clean 9. Although I would check with a doctor before stating anything.
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Neil
Hi can you tell me if you can cut the tablets in half before swallowing them as I’m struggling to get them down
Hi Donna – yes, you can certainly try.
I guess you mean the Therm tablets? They should be easy to break – but I’ve never tried to split a garcinia tablet 🙂
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Hello, just wondered what the need is for the fibre sticks and whether or not the cleanse would work without them?
Thanks.
Hi Sarah
The Fibre was added to the new Clean 9 and people have had great results with that.
I think there are a couple of reasons for the Fibre
– firstly, we are often severely depleted in fibre
– fibre helps bind and remove – so helps the cleanse process – which is also why they are taken mid morning
– lastly, fibre helps us feel full, so we don’t crave extra food
Can you remove the fibre – yes, but you might as well give yourself the best chance of the best results.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil.
I am on day 4 of clean and it is going okay, but I struggle to fit everything in because I feel full! I struggled to finish my 600 calorie meal last night. I just wondered if that happens again can I miss the shake or eat less in the meal? I was actually surprised how much 600 calories was! I just don’t want to force everything in. What do you suggest?
Thank you!
Hi Gemma – I’d suggest eating the 600 calories – because, over all you are only consuming 1,000 calories per day and that really isn’t very much.
However, the amount of calories you require depend on age, weight and male / female plus how active you are.
Take a look here and enter in your data http://lewis.myforever.biz/foreverfit/bmr-and-amr.html.
As a suggestion, I’d say, if you don’t feel like your 600 calorie meal
1. Increase your activity levels / exercise – this will make you hungry
2. Take an extra Forever Lite shake plus soya, almond or rice milk etc… and have a smaller meal instead.
Hope this helps – if you post your weight, age, activity levels – then I can be more precise about the calories that you need.
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Neil
Hi I am on my 2nd day but I couldn’t resist eating a portion of beans . Just want to know if I should start over again 4
Hi Joan – don’t worry – just carry on.
The magic is in keeping on keeping on.
The more you follow the plan, the better you’ll do – but we are all allowed ‘off’ days.
Just prepare to continue the Clean 9 with either the FIT 1 or just (as a minimum) the aloe and Forever Lite – whilst following the FIT1 programme.
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Neil
Hi! I’m on day 3 and feel fantastic! afterwards if I were to just carry on with the shake and aloe vera – how often would i take it. I know your supposed to take 1ml = 1kg of body weight. Would you have the shake and aloe for breakfast and then carry on healthy eating and excerise in the day and then aloe at night or what 🙂 Thanks
Hi Nikki – yes, pretty much – the aloe vera and the shake are the core ingredients, although I would also advise the Garcinia as that helps our bodies regulate blood sugar levels and burn existing fat.
You can pretty much follow the FIT 1 programme with these three items – the key being that you take the shake instead of a meal – usually lunch – if your goal is to lose weight – but add a shake to all three meals if you are seeking to build muscle (and are doing the workouts to go with it).
Are you based in New Zealand? If so, then the easiest way to get these three products is to register with Forever and order them directly – you also get a discount this way too. If I can help you with this – please contact me here https://www.fitnw.com/contact/
Best regards
Neil
Hello
I am really interested in doing the clean 9 cleanse but I am currently on a weight training programme, so am afraid that the cleanse will mean I take enough calories for my body to recover post training. What’s the best way to go about it?
Many thanks
Ashley
Hi Ashley
That’s a good question. I weight training programme will have been devised to help you add muscle. To add muscle you do need to have a higher intake of calories.
My question for you would be – why do you want to do the Clean 9? Is it to lose weight or help improve the quality of the calories you are taking or to re-boot the immune system or something similar?
The reason for asking is that it might be more suitable for you to go straight to FIT 1 – skipping the Clean 9, or alternatively, we can adapt the Clean 9 to make it fit your calorie needs.
Let me know and I’ll see if we can help further – or contact me directly.
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Neil
Hi Neil
Thanks for your reply! My main aim on the programme is to lose body fat whilst increasing muscle. The clean 9 appealed in that it looks like it can help to reboot my immune system but also boost some fat loss.
Would it be beneficial to me to maybe just add an intake of aloe Vera to my current programme?
Let me know your thoughts.
Ashley
Hi Ashley
Thanks – I guess that depends on what your current programme currently consists of?
Certainly, I’d suggest adding Aloe Vera – but if you want to lose body fat too, then I think the Garcinia will be key.
Equally, to add lean muscle you’ll need to either be doing (or working up to) resistance training. In which case a protein / nutrition shake would be important too. You may already have a version of this – but if not, then the Forever Ultra Lite has the benefit of including aminotein which helps our bodies absorb the extra protein.
The Therm will help too if you are getting tired / fatigued and as a way to cut down on coffee/ teas.
Lastly, the Fibre has a role in helping to detox too.
You could do the Clean 9 – but if already pretty fit – then I’d suggest you jump to FIT 2 – or possibly, take the Clean 9 and adapt the programme to fit your exercise regime. I can help you do this – just get in touch here. https://www.fitnw.com/contact/
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Neil
ps. Here is the link to the FIT 2 – 30 day programme – https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479
Hi Neil,
Ive started the C9 today and have to say my first day isn’t as bad as i thought it was going to be, the only thing i don’t like is the ultra lite shakes but i will soldier through with these.
On the back of the packet for the Forever Shakes it states that this can be mixed with skimmed milk, however in the booklet it advised to keep clear of cows milk. I have an allergy to coconut & almond so cannot use this milk and Soya is not a nice taste at all.
Can i use skimmed milk or do i have to continue to mix with water?
Thanks
Sam
Hi Sam – yes, you can mix the shake with whatever you like. The reason we normally recommend not to use milk is because the shake is Whey free (ie. milk product free) and most people find a benefit from a break with milk.
However, at the end of the day, do what fits you / your body best.
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Neil
hi i finished today the clean 9 program and i will start it from the begin again tomorrow. is it ok?
Hi Isabella – no, please don’t repeat the Clean 9.
The Clean 9 is a kick-start – and it is not a good idea to repeat it straight away.
Instead, please move to the FIT 1 programme here https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479
If you are not in the UK – then, you can order online via http://www.lewis.flp.com/shop.jsf for any of these countries Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Spain, United Kingdom, Greece, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, United States, South Africa.
Or, alternatively, please get in contact and I’ll find the best way for you to purchase this locally https://www.fitnw.com/contact/
Pls I want to buy it in Nigeria can you register me so I can get the discount please the cost is quite high as I am not earning any salary.tnx
Hi Rita – yes, I can do this for you. I’ll send you a separate email.
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Also is it better to jus go straight to the FIT 30 dayprog since its long term
Hi Rita – yes, the FIT 1 is a 30 day programme – so it is cheaper per day than the 9 day Clean 9.
We mainly use Clean 9 to kickstart health and then follow on with the FIT 1 – however, is you are already quite active or have been drinking aloe vera for a while, then you can go straight to FIT 1 if you wish.
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Hi….can a breastfeeding mother use clean9?
No Olayinka – we don’t advise this – please wait until your child is on solids and you are not ‘eating for both of you’. Then the Clean 9 would be perfect.
If you want to get started now and don’t want to delay – then for most people, I would advise FIT 1.
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I need your advice pls
That’s what we are here for Nsidibe 🙂
Can I have decaf coffee during clean 9?
Hi Sadiaa – yes, but the Clean 9 is about breaking old bad habits. Also, the Therm will give you natural caffeine – so you should be able to over come the desire.
Hope that helps
Neil
Hi with the exercise what do you have to do due to back surgery I’m limited to what I can do
Hi Dawn – the clean 9 asks you to do some moderate exercise – so walking. The FIT 1 programme aims to raise the level of exercise a bit – but you can easily vary the exercise to suit yourself.
Perhaps the most important is to slowly build strength so that when you walk you walk fast enough to raise your pulse.
Let me know if you want us to help you set out an exercise plan.
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Hello Neil just about to start but I don t think I can swallow tablets or capsules. I have always been scared of choking and I always make sure I buy small tablets. Didn t realise they were so big!! Can I open the capsules and eat the powder or watever is inside? Will it loose effect? Thank you
Hi Elisa – it’s certainly worth a try – and no, breaking them down into smaller sizes isn’t going to affect them significantly.
Good luck!
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Will d usage of clean9 affects fertility??I.e can I still get pregnant after d clean9 plan??
Hi TP – clean 9 does not affect fertility. Although we have seen people who have raised the quality of their nutrition succeed in conceiving where previously they had no success, so we can only imagine that it would help.
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https://www.fitnw.com/buy-clean9-fit/
I just started clean9 2day. I have been urinating at intervals, I hope there is no problem.
Thanks
Hello Ayo – you are probably drinking a lot more water (I hope) and that is helping to cleanse your body – which may explain the increased urinating. So, that would be normal.
However, if you just happen to be unwell – not as a part of the Clean 9 – then you should go to see your doctor as per normal.
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I am like 90kg and I want to drop like 18kg can I do clean9 twice
Hi iBukun – no please don’t do Clean 9 twice – you won’t lose more weight this way.
The next step is FIT 1 – this is designed to help lock in the gains of Clean 9 and turn them into long term weight loss.
Clean 9 is a cleanse programme – there is no value in doing it twice – as it sets you up for long term weight loss.
Find our more here https://www.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=479
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Hi I started the clean 9 on Friday just past I am now on day 4 I have been struggling a with the exercise. Will this effect my results?
Hi Tracey – yes, it will. The programme asks you to do 30 minutes of exercise – such as walking to the shops or to work – and 5 minutes of stretches.
Perhaps swap the lift for the stairs? Or, if at home, just spend 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes in the evening walking up and down the stairs. Start steadily and keep it moderate – but even a small amount of exercise will make a big difference.
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Hi
I was just wondering as I am a tennis coach and have just completed the first two days and feeling great whether I could switch the morning shake for a small portion of porridge with almond milk on my busier days?
Hi Hannah – yes, in essence, you can switch things around. The key thing is to take your Aloe Vera on a empty stomach – so at least 30 minutes before solid food – hence, it is fine when you take a shake but if you have porridge, then just make sure you take the Aloe first thing – so you have time.
Also, as a tennis coach, have you been advised to lift your calories on busy days? I hope so, other wise you may be fasting too quickly.
Best
Neil
Where can I get your products in Nigeria?
Your Comment Here…pls I have had 2 ceaserean section due to delivery d last one was on dec 2013 n I wold want to use clean9 buh is it goin to affect my fertility as in wen I want to get pregnant
Hi Vivienne – you should be fine – aloe vera is like taking a vegetable juice – it is a food essentially, so it works naturally. There are no drugs or anything involved, so don’t worry.
Do let me know if you want me to help you order at discount.
Best
Neil
Hi, where can I buy C9 in Johannesburg close to lyndhurst. My weight is 96kg and I want to loose 20kg, what do I buy after I finish c9? Do I eat my healthy food during c9 or I will just consume only c9 till I finish it?
Please advise me.
Hi Sheila – you can buy in South Africa here https://shop.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=ZAF&language=en&distribID=440000003890
To achieve a 20kg weight loss is going to require some patience and dedication – and a choice to start doing moderate (or moderately more) exercise. It can be done on the Fit 1 programme and I’m helping people do this – but you have to be in the right mind set to do it.
If you’d like to know more – please get in contact.
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Hi basically i take a RSP Nutrition BCAA when i go gym im going to start the C9, what i wanted to know was that is it still ok to take the BCAA with the C9 and as i spend at least 1 and 30 minutes to 2 hours in the gym doing cardio and weights, is it still ok to carry out my workout for the first 2 days. thank you.
Kishan Gosai
Hi Kishann – I’m not sure what RSO / BCAA is – but your workouts sound like you need to adjust the Clean 9 as this is designed for 30 minutes gentle exercise.
Do you currently have a box / Fit advisor? Or are you looking to purchase your box?
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hello.I am about to finish the c9 program. 2 days is yet to go.and I’m happy with the results. bur the therm tablet makes me hyper and irritatEd can I take only one a day. I have another question. .I purchased the fit 1 .and I’m intended to start it right after the c9.but I need a break so I can eat some of the food that o missed . so can I leave 2 days Gap in between the c9 and fit 1
Hi Aea – I wouldn’t recommend having a break – just adjust the calories – the person who sold you the box should be able to help you here.
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ps. Sure – just take one Therm tablet
Pleaee where can I get clean 9 product here in Nigeria?
Hi Avril – thanks – I’ll send you a separate email about getting the Clean 9 in Nigeria.
Best regards
Neil
Hi, pls what is the difference between clean9, fit1 and fit 2.
Hi Jennifer
Good question
Clean 9 – a kick-start / 9 day cleanse – for people looking to ‘get going’ with weight loss, better health and to start exercising
Fit 1 – a 30 day programme of rising levels of exercise and better nutrition, all helping to deliver weight loss or just better health and toning (if already fit)
Fit 2 – a 30 day programme of raised exercise and resistance training to help you build lean muscle.
If you tell me what you want to achieve, then I can advise on the best combination of boxes. Also, I often help my clients to adapt the programmes to suit their personal needs / lifestyle too.
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I missed my lunch today , im on day 2, what do i do
Carry on Omo
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Neil
Hi Christinah – thanks – I have sent you an email with the details of how to do this.
Yes, you are right it is a good idea to register in Nigeria and order the products at discount.
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I am on day 2 of Clean 9, I can’t take the aloe Vera gel as it tastes so bad to me it makes me sick. I am sticking to everything else on the program. Will it effect the results.
Yes Emily – the aloe vera is essential. Ask your distributor to swap the pure aloe vera for berry nectar or add some cranberry juice. The good news is that the worse it tastes, the more benefit you’ll get.
The other option is to use a different plan where you just aclimatise to the aloe vera first and then go onto the Clean 9.
You will being to like the taste after a few weeks 🙂
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Hi Neil,
I completed clean 9 last sunday and I dont feel any different. I am still tired and I only lost two pounds. I am a very healthy and active person anyway, at least two high intensity workouts a week and at the gym 5 days a week. The new clean 9 does not state to take the aloe 20mins after the tablets and I never realised this until now. I always took them all at the same time, how would this affect my results? and also I never used all my fibre sachets as I didnt realise they were essential, would this affect my results? I am only a UK size 10 and 9st 6lb so I dont know if I would have got any better results but I just feel like I havent had the same results as everyone else.
Thanks
Deborah
Hi Deborah – it sounds like you weren’t very well advised.
If you are very fit, then you won’t lose the same amounts as other people, who perhaps, haven’t done any exercise for months or years. However, the Clean 9 can still be beneficial to long term fitness, good weight and health.
The right programme – and also the right plan for your programme would depend on your goals – so, you’d have to tell me these to be able to advise further. Please feel free to contact me.
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Hi, I just got the Clean 9 pack today and the lady insists it’s d new pack but it contains 3 bottles of Aloe Vera Gel, Garcinia Plus and Bee Pollen. Do I still go ahead or I shld insist on a change cos I really want to loose as much as 10kg. I wld like to know if there’s anything wrong with me deciding not to eat any major meal throughout the 9 days period.. I wld be expecting your reply asap as I intend to start tomorrow. Thanks
Hi Thelma – some countries are using Clean 9 version 1 – which contains three bottles of aloe vera – that’s fine, its a very good system.
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I am on day 3 of the clean 9. I weighed myself this morning (first thing) and I have only lost 2 pounds which I am a bit disheartened about. Should I have lost more?
Thanks
Hi Laura – don’t worry – scales often vary, have you measured yourself? That is the really important thing to do.
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Between Clean 9 and Nutri Lean…which 1’s the best….and i’m gonna 17 this september,which 1 is best 4 me??????
That depends on your goal Abdulai
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I’m on my second bottle of aloe Vera but it doesn’t taste as strong as the first will this make any difference to how the plan works and will it affect my weight loss
Hello Joan – that is because you have got used to it 🙂
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Hi,
I tried the aloe vera gel in the week and properly started my Clean 9 yesterday. I really cant stomach the taste of the gel, it makes me heave even thinking about it at the moment. This morning i had to add some fruit juice to it, Tropicana 50% less sugar juice in equal amounts to the gel. Which works out about 27 calories a drink. Can i continue to do this or will it greatly affect the results?
Thanks
Yes Danielle, you can add fruit juice but I wouldn’t use Tropicana as it is laced with sugars. Try using cranberry juice or some other fruit juice that is less sweet.
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Your Comment Here…am in my day1 can I eat water Mellon for dinner tomorrow?
Watermelon has a high GI rating – so it is not ideal, no.
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Hi Neil
I am on day 3 of the Clean 9 programme and feeling good energy-wise and not hungry at all. Only negative I am experiencing is a bit of bloating, trapped wind and general stomach ‘discomfort’ throughout the day. The discomfort started yesterday and same again today. I have been following the diet to the letter! I am an IBS sufferer and sugars / sweeteners in particular have caused me problems in the past and so am wondering if the Ultra Lite shakes are disagreeing with me or if this is a normal part of the detox / diet and should improve with time? Whilst I am very motivated, one of the main reasons I am doing the diet is to improve my IBS symptoms so feel my will power may wane if I continue to feel uncomfortable. I wondered if there are any alternatives to the shakes (such as healthy 200 calorie meals or similar) instead? Would be grateful for your thoughts!
Many thanks
Katherine
Hi Katherine – your experience is similar / common amongst non-IBS sufferers – so, it may just be the cleanse process working through.
However, it is important to reach a point of comfort for yourself, in which case, try switching the shake for a meal. The meal will need to be high in protein – to mirror the protein value of the shake and also any milk / soya milk / almond milk etc… that you have added.
I would have thought your best meal would be green leaf vegetables such as Kale – lightly steamed with olive oil and tomato.
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Hi
I just finished the clean 9 and my mum wants to do it also but she has kidney cyst and also had a surgery, one of her kidneys has been taking out. She has only one kidney from about 8 years. She’s 40 years old.
Thank you for help in advice!!
Hi Mary – your mother would need to seek medical advice.
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Hi Neil!
Please I used clean9 last year but I failed along the line. I have bought another one which I want start by Monday. Now my question is this, (1) can I take Bee Pollen and forever therm at the same times? (2) I bought clean9 old pack & there is no fiber and the forever lite is chocolate chiffon shake mix. Not the lite ultra with Aminoten can i go ahead with it?
Hi Fechi – if you have done the Clean 9 then you would be best advised to start on FIT 1 to extend the weight loss and not repeat the Clean 9.
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Hi
Am about to start clean9 and i weigh 100kg, just clocked 20, no time for exersice, my goal is to lost abt 20kg how am i goin to go abt d program
Hi Victoria – it is unlikely that you will lose fat if you do no exercise. You may lose toxins and water, but that will only take you so far.
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I’m on day 5 . On day 2 I had few slices of pawpaw thinking it was part of the free foods but when I discovered I stopped immediately , on day 3 till now I eat nuts a lot and vegetable for dinner and I also drink loads of water .I hope that is fine , I checked my weight on day 3 and lost about 3kg but I’m not loosing inches. I hope I’m on track!
Are you exercising moderately Abimbola?
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Hi Neil
am single trying to get pregnant. do i have to take clean 9. followed up on the question so far. shld i worry about any long term side effect in particular. considering its quick and involves use of pills to control weight loss. its fast and an easy way of losing weight. any side effects we shld be worried abt in d future. thank you.
Hi Kamelarl – think of Aloe Vera as a plant juice as you think of orange juice as a fruit juice – so, does orange juice affect pregnancy? No, and not should aloe vera.
The nutrition in the shake and fibre are natural and the Therm is a natural extract as is the Garcinia – so there is no reason for concern – these are not magic nor are they medication.
However, if you have a concern – as I do not know your medical history and am not a doctor – you should speak to your own doctor and nurse.
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Can I drink chicory whilst on the clean 9 plan, thanks
Hi Leanne – do you mean chicory tea? I guess so, as it is caffeine free and minimal calories.
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Your Comment Here…
pls is it a must i av a 600 calories intake from day 3 cos i dont mind skipping d calories meal and go on fruits only for d 9days cos i really want an obvious result.Tank u
Hi Vera – to eat less than 600 calories would be dangerous and unhealthy
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Hi Neil,
I am married with 3 kids,my qns was can i use birth control pills while also doing clean9 diet?
and wat are the suitable healthy food containing 600 calories to be taken during 3day onwards for clean9 diet.
Nazia
Yes, Nazia – we are talking nutrition (as in food) here, not medication.
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Hi neil, am about to start c9 cuz of my weight weighing 114kg and fit1 is expensive. What’s d plan for me to maintain d weight loss. Will like to lose 40kg. Thank u
Hi Zanny – the best way is to register you so you can buy at a discount. If you buy from me, then I can help you with your plan too.
Which country are you in, I’ll send you the details.
Best regards
Neil
Hi, I started clean 9 today and I ate strawberry as dinner, is it bad ?.Also can u register me to enable me buy fit1 @ a lower rate.3rdly I want my belly to reduced more than any other part of my body, pls advice me on what to do tnx.
Hi Chinwe – yes, I can register you, let me know which country are you in so I can send you the right link.
I think you will be okay eating strawberries, but the closer you follow the plan, the better results you’ll get.
Belly fat is probably a result of too much sugar or refined food in your diet – the Clean 9 and Fit 1 will help you sort out those sugar cravings and help you to healthier eating.
You might also like this article too by one of our Fitness advisors http://fit-tips4health.com/lose-localised-fat/
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Hi – I take thyroxine and fluoxetine – both well managed. Is it still safe to do Clean 9?
Hi George – taking lots of aloe (as you do on the Clean 9) can have a dramatic impact on the absorption of medicines – so, it may be ‘fine’ but your does would change (probably drop) quite a bit. Hence, you really would need to get medical advice.
In many cases, where someone takes a regular medical drug, it is better to start on the FIT 1 – as the amount of aloe you drink is less and therefore the impact is more gradual – this allows more time to adjust (with your doctor) your medicines to fit.
Here’s a link to the FIT 1 for the UK and USA / Canada https://www.fitnw.com/buy-clean9-fit/
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Hi I’m doing the cleanse 9 at the moment and I was wondering what beverage I can add the fibre sachets too as the booklet says water or other beverages?
Hello Teri – well, water is best – but you can also add aloe vera. I would avoid any sodas or fruit juice as they will be high in sugars or carbs.
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Hello!
I’m starting the C9 tomorrow and just wondering, how do I store the aloe vera gel? Do I need to keep it in the fridge once it’s been opened or can I keep it at room temperature?
I also wanted to know, as I can’t swallow large capsules well, would it be ok for me to crush them?
Thanks
Hi Erica – yes, keep the aloe vera in the fridge – it tastes better that way. It will last a few days at room temperature, but will last longer in the fridge.
Yes, you crush the capsules too.
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Hi, I started the clean 9 on Tuesday and since I have ate toast and a packet of crisps. Will this ruin the detox completely now?
Hello – rule no. 1 – don’t panic! :). Rule no. 2 – if you don’t follow the plan exactly, never mind, try to get back on track.
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Hello, please am on my 2nd day of clean9, is it safe to take contraceptive?
Yep – clean 9 is a nutrition programme not a medical programme – hence there is no reason to worry.
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Im on Clean 9 and I smoke will this affect my results
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Hi Gemma – yes it will – smoking pushing lots of toxins into your body and the Clean 9 is attempting to cleanse your body, so they are working against each other. Use the Clean 9 as an opportunity to cut down on your smoking as much as possible to get best results.
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am from nigeria. am on the 8th day of clean9.. i want to contine with the FIT1. i want you to register me for discount.
Hi Christabel – sure, I’ll email you direct.
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My oh is doing the c9 with me but he has avert manual job was just wondering if I can make him up salads and fruit for his lunches on days 1/2
Hi Stephanie – it sounds like he is going to need a lot more calories / a different plan. When you buy the Clean 9 you also get the support of the person who sold it to you – so, you’d be best to go back to them.
I do help my clients devise plans and could help you with this if you were to buy your Clean 9 and FIT products through me or this website.
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Hi
I’m on day 8 of the clean 9 and I would like to start the Fit 1. Can you register me for the discount please?
Thanks
Nina
Hi Nina – sure, how we do this depends on which country you are in so I’ll send you an email
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Hello. I want to start the clean 9 and was just wondering if you could send me the link to register to get the discount please I’m from the United Kingdom thank you.
Sure Callum – email just sent.
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Hi,
Hi,
I’m on day 4 of C9, I had a little hiccup on the evening of day 2 and had a slice of pizza 🙁 However, I was so disappointed, as I was doing so well. As a consequence, I have been only having 1 shake a day since and my meal 400/450 cals. Is this ok to do?
Thanks
Laura
Hi Laura – no, that isn’t enough calories – you will lose too much muscle – please stick to the plan and a little indiscretion with pizza every now and then is okay – not ideal – but its okay.
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Hello Neil,
Just started the C9 program and have lost about 3 kg at the start of day 3. However I saw the use of skim milk of the shake pack so I mixed the shake with a spoonful of Marvel Dried Skimmed Powder on the day 2, in fact instantly felt a release of energy but on looking closer to the label, its like I am not really sure what calories that might contain and I have since stopped. What quantity of the Dried skimmed powder can one add without compromising potency. or should one just avoid it and manage being weak all the time.
Hi Sola – you can mix the shake with anything – water, skimmed milk, almond milk, soya milk, rice milk etc…
The assumption is that the shake + liquid = about 300 calories – so if you use water, then you need more calories as the shake is about 150 calories per scoop – so check the calorie value of the milk powder to work it out.
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Hi Neil,
I am looking at doing the cleanse 9, but have difficulty swallowing pills. I normally just chew my pills or put power into a drink. Would this be okay to do? If not would it effect the plan if you didn’t take the tablets?
Hi Andy – well, you’ll be fine with the aloe, shake and the fibre – but you’ll have to chew the Garcinia and Therm. I don’t think they’ll taste good, but if you prefer to do it this way, then the results won’t be affected.
Alternatively, if you are strong willed (ie. can get through caffeine withdrawal and sugar cravings without problem) then you could just order the aloe, shake and fibre. I would’t recommend it to most people though.
Hope this helps
Neil
ps. Did you know you can order your Clean 9 and save £21.68 in the UK? If interested – drop me a line and I’ll show you how.
Like Andy I am struggling to swallow the tablets whole, especially the soft gel ones. Not sure if I can cut them in half?
Hi Andy – I think it would be better to chew the tablets or add to the shake / drink than not take them. There may be some loss of effectiveness around the absorption of the Garcinia, but I don’t think it would be hugely significant.
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Hi Neil
I take prescribed Vitamin D tablets twice a day. Am I ok to use the C9 plan on this medications? Thanks
Hey Matt – we are advised to suggest you speak to your doctor when taking medications. It doesn’t sound like that would be a major issue, but without knowing why you have been prescribed nutrition, I wouldn’t like to give you a definitive answer.
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Hi, I start clean 9 tomorrow and was wondering if when doing day 3-9 you need to eat all 600 calories for dinner or you can break up the 600 to suit your day eg.. 100 breaky, 200 lunch then 300 dinner? Didn’t know if the results rely on you eating only once a day? cheers Lis
Hi Lisa – you can break up the calories across the day – however, make sure you drink the aloe on an empty stomach – so if you have calories at breakfast, make sure you aloe is drunk first and you leave 15 minutes or so before eating etc…
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Hello, I have come across this website and queries and have read with interest all the help and advice given. I wonder if someone could help me. I am currently at the end of day 2 and have not had any issues with the aloe Vera , tablets or shakes so far but my query is more about detoxing. I was expecting to be visiting the bathroom much more frequently but so far apart from passing the extra water there is nothing. Does this mean it is not working or could I be in for a bit of shock further along the programme? Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Jennifer
Are you drinking ‘at least’ 8 glasses of water per day?
If you are, then don’t worry – aloe helps the body do what the body needs to do – so, it adapts to circumstances – so don’t worry if your experience isn’t exactly like other people’s – it just means your body needed something different.
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ps. are you also doing the moderate exercise?
Hi Neil,
I have read with keen interest and appreciate your advise so far. I am on Day 5 and I must confess I feel so great. My aloe vera gel finished yesterday night. What do you advise? Can I continue till day 9 without it? since I was expected to finish it in the space of 9 days. I also see FIT 1 as expensive for me to follow up immediately, what do I do to make sure I do not add any more weight (If possible lose more) until I am ready/ Thanks.
Hi Emmanoella
The aloe is pretty key – so it is important to get some more. Either way, keep doing the exercise and keep drinking the water.
Lastly, the Fit 1 is actually very cheap. Here in the UK it works out at about £1 per month when you register and buy with a discount – because you get 30 meals and about 20 snacks included in your box – so think how much you’ll save on your monthly food bill.
Let me know if I can help you with the discount.
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Neil,
Yes, I am drinking over the 8 glasses and keeping a record to make sure I am following the plan correctly. I have a cross trainer at home and am using that every morning. I also walk around 2 miles a day so the excercise part is covered too. I measured today on day 3 and no measurement changes but I had lost just under 2 kg. I will continue to the end the plan as I am keen to fully detox. I guess I’m lucky and just don’t have as many toxins to get rid of as I thought.
Jennife
Hey Jennifer – yes, it sounds like you are doing everything right.
First time on the Clean 9 I lost 4kg and was moderately fit. Second time, about 2 years later, I was running 10ks regularly and at the top end of fitness – that time I just lost 2kg – but I did still lose a belt size, which was interesting.
So, don’t forget the measurements too – they are, in many ways, more valid than weight – not least because if you build muscle in exchange for fat, you’ll weigh more (but look better).!
Also, make sure you measure weight at the same time each day – first thing in the morning is pretty good – not least because our body weight can fluctuate 2kgs with more or less water and depending on when we last went to the toilet! And, last but not least, weighing scales vary in their accuracy and can be affected by the floor surface. So, I watch my belt notches as the best indication of where I’m at.
Thanks Neil,
Kindly advise on what to do to make sure I do not add more weight after clean 9 before moving on to FIT 1 as I said I’m not financially ready for it now. Thanks.
Hi Neil,
Could you help me please, I am on day 2 of the clean 9, I did it last year and lost a large amount of weight, but it all piled back on, I have now started it again, but it is the old one, is it still effective? And can you give me some advice on what to do next
I understand there is a second programme, which I may consider if you give me the website… But could you please tell me what I can do to maintain the weight loss without buying the fit programme.
Feedback is much appreciated.
Thanks
Sara
Hi Sara – sure, the Clean 9 is a cleanse and designed to help the body get rid of toxins and ready for weight loss.
The Fit 1 – follow on 30 programme, is where the long term weight (ie fat) gets lost.
I’d recommend you register direct so that you can buy the Fit 1 at discount – that way the net cost is only about £1 per day. Would you like me to set this up for you?
Then, follow the plan – we have a facebook support group just for our people doing Fit 1 and Fit 2 – to help us all stay on track with our exercise plan – it really makes a difference when you combine good eating and nutrition with the regular / moderate exercise.
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ps. For some people – exercise can by just walking 10 mins to work – or house or garden work!
Hi I’m a smoker and since starting the c9 I have found I don’t want to smoke as much, but I have had a few cigarettes…. what effect will this have on the outcome?
Hi Amanda – the less you smoke the better the outcome, so even if you cut down, that will help. Of course, best is to give up altogether, but sometimes that takes time / doesn’t happen right away etc… in which case, do the best you can and commit to the next step – Fit 1 – to keep the benefits coming.
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ps. I can show you how to order direct and save £38 on your Fit 1 – just contact me for info
can i use the Clean9 if am breast feeding?
Not advisable Janet for lots of reasons
– firstly, you are not getting enough calories to feed yourself and your baby
– secondly, if you haven’t drunk aloe before it might give your baby colic when you drink a whole bottle in the first two days
I would recommend that you start with the Fit 1 instead – it is more gradual and actually is focused on long term sustainable weight loss. Let me know if you’d like me to show how you can register free of charge and buy at a discount with free postage on your first order.
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Hi Neil,is it compulsory I will use the fit 1 after clean9??can you plz register me for the discount for fit 1
Thanks Olivia – I’ve sent you an email about the discount.
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hello..! i just want to know. how much water should i drink during clean forever 9…
8 glasses a day Saba – just follow the plan in the booklet 🙂
Hi am really grateful I found dis site please am jst on the 1st day of clean 9 buh I didn’t drink enough water ie 8 glasses plus av not gone to the toiket like I expected I would and am not having any cold or headaches does that mean it’s not working? What can I do I also forgot to take the ulta shake
Hi Sadiya – the better you follow the plan the better results you’ll get. If you forgot a shake, just make it up now and take it.
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I am on day 3 of c9, nand have been drinking a lot of water but i have not purged at all, i hope there is no problem?
Hi Ola – can you explain what you mean by purge? Do you mean you haven’t been to the toilet or you haven’t lost any inches?
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Hi, I’m 3 days into the clean9 and would appreciate some advice on what to do next?
Which are the most important elements to continue with? I’m reading about fit1 but not sure I can afford it? So is the
Aloe Vera gel more important than the shakes etc… Thank you
Hi Claire
Great – firstly read my article on Fit 1 and the real costs – I think you may be surprised how cheap it actually is
https://www.fitnw.com/fit-1-what-to-do-after-clean-9/#3
If that is too much to lay out, I can still help you achieve the 15% discount and free first order delivery if you order £100 worth – in which case, my recommendation would be the Aloe Vera Gel, Forever Lite Shakes and Garcinia. Although I do think the that Therm and the protein bars play a very important role too – because as you start to walk more / exercise more, you will need to eat better food and if you don’t there is a risk that you’ll head for the biscuit cupboard – I know I do if I don’t have the right things to hand!
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I started the cleanse 9 today. I have the shakes with water as can’t stand milk – how does this effect the calories? Also from day 3 if I replace one of the shakes for a meal how many calories would this equate to? Or if I stick to the 2 shakes (with water) can I add some calories to my evening meal? Thanks
Hi Anna – if you swap skimmed milk for water (300cl) that is going to reduce the calories by about 110 – so, as you have two shakes per day – just have a third shake – or, as you say, add the calories (200) to your evening meal (which you can also split across lunch and dinner – but keep to the calories size).
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Neil
That’s really helpful – thanks for that!! 🙂
Anna
🙂 you are welcome Anna
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Hi, Is it ok to eat free foods during the first 2 days? You have said that it was ‘cheating’? but I thought we were allowed. Worried now that i’ve ruined it! Thank you
Hi Mary – no, of course its okay to eat the free foods during the first two days. And, no, you can’t ruin the Clean 9 – just keep going and then move onto the Fit 1 and 2.
I promise, the longer you stick to the programme the greater results you’ll get – and we all need a day off every now and then.
Our programme is not magic its not chemical, its about nutrition and exercise and you can only improve those bit by bit and day by day.
Stick at it and you will see long term results. We are not offering a quick fix – we are a long term solution to feeling better and looking better.
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Hi, really informative page thanks. just recieved my clean 9 today. I havnt started it yet, do you have any tips for days before you start i want to get the most out of the cleanse as possible? Also it says to weigh in days 1,3,6,9 should i also weigh myself the day before and measure? or just do it on day 1? Also what is the best time to weigh? Also i sometimes have trouble going to the toilet is clean 9 going to make this worse? All advice appreciated thank you.
Sorry one more question if you already exercise frequently do you need to up the exercise? Will you get the same results as some one that never exercises?
Thanks again.
No Gemma – very fit people will get different results. I don’t normally advise fit or high exercising people to do Clean 9 – or at least, not the published programme. Fit people simply need to eat many more calories and hence the programme needs to be adapted – depending on their reasons for doing it, of course.
I suggest you get back to the Fit advisor who sold you the box and ask for advice, or failing that, I’m happy to help if you want to become a customer of ours.
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Hello Gemma – when you buy the Clean 9 you should also get a mentor who can answer all your questions – but I’ll have a quick go here anyway
– focus on inches not pounds / kilis
– measure yourself first thing in the morning – after going to the toilet
– yes, if you follow the plan in the booklet (and drink the 8 minimum glasses of water plus 30 mins of moderate exercise) it will help sort out bathroom trips.
– it is a good idea to start drinking a bottle of aloe before you start the Clean 9 – to ease yourself in
– stop or slow down on coffee, tea, alchohol, cakes, biscuits etc… 7 days before
– lastly, don’t worry, enjoy the plan – a good mental attitude makes a big difference
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Hi,
The booklet says to do exercise after breakfast – but I have to get up early for work (usually 5am but sometimes earlier) so I literally get up, get ready and go straight there. So my question is can I do the exercise part in the afternoon when I’ve finish (around 5.30pm) and before the 600cal meal, or does it have to be in the morning??
Thanks, Emma.
Hi Emma – I guess you are talking about exercise on Clean 9?
I think what you suggest makes sense – the idea is that after breakfast you should be active (ie doing some moderate exercise) but it sounds like you are already up and moving about.
However, do you drive to work? If so, can you park 10 minutes away so that you walk to work? Okay to do in the summer I guess?
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Hey,
I just started the C9, Just wondering if it affects birth control?
thanks
No Karen – its not medicine, its nutrition – you’ll be fine.
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I want u to tell me, because I’m in Adamawa state I want to buy clean 9 but I don’t know where to
buy the c9 do u have a branch in our state?
Hi Galdima Adamawa state is in which country?
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Hi Neil,
I intend starting the clean 9 as soon as possible I checked my weight I realised I’ve gone up to 118kg. can I start with Fit 1 and proceed to Fit 2 instead of starting with C9cos I really need to see drastic change. Checked my bmi am 39.99 Obese ll.
Hi Joy – yes, you can start with Fit 1 and skip Clean 9. This is a more gentle route and your initial results will be lower but more sustained.
If you are already very active or doing a good amount of daily physical exercise, I would recommend this route. Or if you want to start slowly because of a medical history etc…
However, if not, then I think the Clean 9 is the best way to prepare yourself for longer term weight loss and energy gain (so that you feel comfortable with more exercise – and can enjoy it).
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Hi,
Very informative site 🙂 – one quick question, If i am taking folic acid already (recommended dose) should i stop whilst doing the C9 as the aloe contains it already or is the amount in the aloe not enough?
many thanks
Hi Lou – you can keep taking the folic acid – no problem. Remember, Clean 9 is a nutritional programme it is not medicine.
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Can I drink sugar free flavoured water on clean 9?
Hi Rebecca – if it is not flavoured with sugar, then what is it flavoured with?
Essentially, yes, but you want as few toxins in the body as possible. So, plain water is best.
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Please i start my clean 9 yesterday and i ate 3 apples, hope its okay?
Hello Oyewale – 3 apples? Well, I don’t know 🙂
Okay, you’ll be fine 🙂 – remember, this is not medicine it is just nutrition.
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Please could you register me so that I can get the discounts for both C9 and FIT 1 cos I want to start the programme ASAP. I am in Nigeria. Waiting for a reply.
Hi Thelma – sure, I’ll send you an email with the details later this evening. Yes, it is a good idea to register now so you can get the maximum discounts for the C9 and Fit 1.
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What type of food should I eat while on d clean9 program?
Please see the booklet that came in your pack. Or follow the link on this page.
I’m on day 5 of my clean 9 prog. should i prepare myself for FIT1 of lean program? as i need to loose more weight on my tommy
which is next after C9? FIT 1 OR Lean prog?
Is there any negative effect on not leaving a 20minute gap betwene taking the garcinia, therm and aloe gel. I always take them together. Will this affect the results
Yes and no Jess – if you are on a liquid meal, then it doesn’t particularly matter (first few days of Clean 9).
However, as you transition back to solid food / meals (latter days of Clean 9 and Fit), then the 20 minute gap (or even a 5 minute gap) will simply give the Garcinia more time to get to work.
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Hey, I started my Clean 9 this morning, I read the breakfast step wrong and took everything i was supposed to but also had the forever lite ultra shake. Should I leave this out at lunch time to balance it out!? Must have got carried away!
Yep Claire – that would be a good idea
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Hello Mr Lewis
first of i never knew about the clean 9 program until i found it on an advert in a website i visited and i contacted the agent in my country and he said the clean 9 kit will help me lose weight in both my tummy, thighs, face nd arms but i am afraid of having excess skin or a fallen stomach please coach me on this clean nine stuff i really need it
Hi James – how much are you aiming to lose and what is your current weight?
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Please can clean 9 help me to conceive fast since am trying to conceive
Hi Bella – I can’t see why it would make things any worse.
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Hi Neil,
I wish to start on d clean9 weight loss program and aslo trying to get pregnant. I want to know if clean9 is safe to use while trying to conceive.
Yes Bukola – as far as we know it is perfectly safe.
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Hi Neil, and thank you for your very informative website.
Is there any reason not to do the c9 cleanse twice in short succession? I got great results first time around but I still have half my weight to shift and don’t feel that fit1 is for me.
Thanks in advance.
Yes Kate – there is a very good reason. You don’t lose much fat during Clean 9 – mainly toxins and water. The Clean 9 prepares your body for getting fit and losing weight – but there isn’t any value in doing it twice in succession.
The long term weight loss takes place on Fit 1 – so, Clean 9 is the best way to prepare for this – but ultimately, getting onto Fit 1 is going to make the long term difference.
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Hi Neil, I’ve been scrolling down the comments here trying to find the answer to my question but can’t! I’m on day 3 of the programme and was looking forward to some food! I’ve swapped dinner for lunch and made the 3 egg mushroom omelette from the booklet – I physically can’t eat all this food, I’m staggered at the portion size and am now wondering if I’ve completely misread the food scales! Are all the portion sizes from the recipies huge!!??
Hi Lorraine – yes, you are right – there are less than 300 calories in a three egg mushroom omlette
https://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/generic/egg-omelet-or-scrambled-egg-with-mushrooms?portionid=10969&portionamount=3.000
It is amazing how much you can eat when you eat good food (although, you shouldn’t eat too many eggs in one day either).
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Hey.
I’m about to start day 5 of clean 9, I’ve been following the plan and doing everything I need to do, no cheating. However I’m struggling- constipation. I was told that my system would be flushed out….but I’ve only had 1 small flushing in 4 days. My system is normally slow, 2 days to pass food, but I’m wondering if I can help myself in any way as I’m worried i won’t achieve any results. Right now there is no change in measurements but lost 1 kilo. I’m so disheartened as it seems all my effort is for nothing. Any advice would be great.
Hi Mich – firstly, are you measuring your waist? That is the best way to assess success (not weight – read this article for why https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/)
Secondly, are you drinking enough water and doing enough exercise? You can always increase these if that helps?
Thirdly, keep going – this is a natural product that puts nutrition back into your body. Just think – how many years did it take to get to your current condition/ state? Okay, now, how many days are you willing to give your body to adjust? Will you give yourself 69 days to do the Fit programme?
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Can an ulcer patient use clean9. Will I be able to get C 9 and F1 and 2 at thesame time.?
Hi Fagbemi – so long as you are not on prescription medication then Clean 9 and Fit 1 and 2 will be fine.
If you are on medication you should check with your doctor – I don’t expect there to be a problem, but I can’t advise you here – you do need medical advice from someone who knows your history and medication.
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I was about to start my clean9 7months post delivery. I have been on the aloe gel for the past 4months. But I just found out I was given the old clean9(bee pollen). I decided to take the bee pollen just a little to see how it goes and sadly I am allergic to bee pollen. Plz what can I do about this? Its really saddening to know am allergic.
Hi Crystal – ask for your money back and order the new Clean 9 – it uses Therm tablets instead of Bee Pollen – so you’ll be fine.
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hello
I want to start the C9 program next month and i’m wondering when to start with FIT1 and FIT2 after i’m done with C9. Can you guide me on how to commence.. and i will also want to know how to get the 15% discount on FIT1 and FIT2
Hi Judith – we find it is best to go straight onto Fit 1 after the c9 or Clean 9 – in many ways Clean 9 prepares you for the rest of the fit programme, so it is best to go on straight away.
Let me know which country you are in and I’ll send you the details for the discount links.
Best regards
Neil
Your Comment Here…am on My day 6 clean9. I urinate like 15times a day, is it ok or is it due to My water intake? Am weight 63kg but have a big belly. Really dnt wanna loss to much weight atleast 55kg. Please should i continue fit1? If so Please register me for cheater rate.
Hi Nenye – perhaps it is because you are not used to drinking so much water? Don’t worry, your body will get used to it.
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Good day i reside in Nigeria, will lik to know the financial requirements considering the fact that iam in between jobs i’ll lik to know how i can be on your discount budget for c9 and fit1
Hi Exousia – sure, I will send you an email on how you can get the Clean 9 at discount.
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What happens if am allergic to bee pollen….. I got the old clean9
Hi Mariah – claim your money back and ask your supplier to provide you with the new Clean 9.
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Hi Neil,
Just started my C9 and just need a bit of advise.
1) Is it ok to mix my shake with water? Does this effect my calorie in take?
2) Can I drink hot water with a slice of lemon in it or a peppermint tea?
3) should I be snacking on the free foods even if I am not hungry?
4) the 600 calorie meal, if I use food from the free food list do I include their calories or are the free?
Thanks for you help x
Hi Jo
1) Is it ok to mix my shake with water? Does this effect my calorie in take?
>> yes, it is okay, but you lose the calorific value of the soya milk – so, you need to have an extra shake on days 1 to 2 or raise your 600 / 800 calorie meal on days 3 to 9
2) Can I drink hot water with a slice of lemon in it or a peppermint tea?
>> yes
3) should I be snacking on the free foods even if I am not hungry?
>> no
4) the 600 calorie meal, if I use food from the free food list do I include their calories or are the free?
>> no
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Oh wow. This is a great site. 1. Please what are the free foods to be taken and can they be taken during the first two days as well. 2. I have a mild case of migraine too and i hear headaches are a major side effect. 3. hw do i calculate the calories in each free food? 4. I would also like the prescriptions for taking the bee pollen and garcinia . a friend gave me a new pack that she’s had with her for a while, she misplaced the booklet so i dont v any kind of guideline to start. 5. Also if i were to walk as an exercise routine (too busy at work for the gym), how many minutes would i av to walk for? 6. I also hope the diet wont affect my performance at work like with the headaches, tummyaches and stuff. 7. Also, what can i mix with the aloe if it gets too bitter. I live in nigeria so things like berry nectar and cranberry flavoured drinks are hard to find. Is there something common or natural that i can mix it with? Is skimmed milk also okay with the shake? Lastly can i wear a tummy girdle during the period of the cleanse? i just really wanna get this right
Hi Ayo – you can find a link to the booklet here https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#2
Advice on headaches is here https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#12
And advice on exercise is here https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#21
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Hi Neil,
i started using clean 9 on the 12th, its 16th today and i havent noticed any change…i have been following it religiously and i exercise daily. its getting really frustrating especially with the headaches and not a single progress to be seen. please what do i do because i feel i wasted money.
Have you been drinking enough water Ellem? Often people largely underestimate the amount of water they need to drink?
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Hi Neil
Thank you very much for all the above informations.
My questions are
1) Is Aloe drink taken on empty stomach and why and how minutes before lunch
2) Do I take Therm immediately following Aloe or dinner
3) Can I add Lean pill to this Clean 9
4) I am taking Cambridge Weight Plan meal which is 140kcal in place of Ultra meal and dinner.
5) I am also Taking Almond sliming tea a once day
6) Today is the first day on Clean 9. I have so much expectation
7) Exercise is a luxury I can’t afford since I am busy with work and also I am reading for exams. I want to conserve energy. What is your thoughts.
8) please don’t mind my questions. Though I still have much.
God bless you
Hello Berry
Thanks for your questions – I have updated the page and answered them here
https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#20 and here https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#18
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Hi, i really have problem with aloe drink, i can’t drink it at all. what should i do? can i delete it?? drinking it Nausea me.
i,m in second day, please answer me soon.
Hi Pantea – this is where you need your distributor to help – it really depends on why you don’t like it and how best to continue. Normally, I recommend reducing the amount of aloe – or drinking a bottle for a week prior to starting the Clean 9 – especially if you have a lot of toxins or have not been eating very well. However, it is hard to give general advice, so do ask your distributor for help.
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what are the products u think she should get for gaining weight if possible list them. thank u
Hi Rica – the aloe vera, good nutrition (there is lots to choose from) and the shakes.
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Hey
I HAVE C 9 with me and before I start I want to ask if I can smoke during the program ,as unfortunately I smoke and take a coffee daily…need your advice before I start.
Thx
Zahra
Hi Zahra – smoking and coffee are bad for you and ideally you won’t do these things during the Clean 9. However, the programme is designed to improve (not perfect) things – so, if you can cut down your coffee and reduce your smoking that will be an improvement.
I do find that smokers find the taste of the aloe difficult – but when you take the aloe, you will have less desire to smoke.
So, go for it, do the best you can.
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I need to loose tummy and upper arm fat only ,what plan do I go for to achieve this
Hi Chi – I always recommend Clean 9 followed by Fit 1 – this gives best results all over.
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Hi Neil,
This is a great website, this comments section is hugely informative, thanks!
I am on day 3, until now I haven’t been taking the shakes, I really don’t like them. I am worried however that I am not getting enough calories as my weight loss is fairly minimal. Are the shakes a must take?
Thanks a mill,
Michelle
Yes Michelle – you will be starving yourself without the shakes. Change the milk/ soya milk/ almond milk etc that you are taking, but if you don’t take them then you could be in real trouble.
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Hi
I started my clean9 program today. I find it hard to drink the aloe Vera gel. When I took it I started throwing up. What can I do but am taking the other supplements.
Hi Tomisin – you should stop the programme and take small sips of the aloe each day until your body starts to cleanse. It is the toxins that react to aloe vera – so probably you’ve been eating badly, smoking, drinking, previously on medication etc…. In any of these situations you are best advised to start very slowly with the aloe until your body is cleaner and better able to handle the clean 9 programme.
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Hey Neil,
Can I take the fibre mid afternoon instead of mid morning as I didn’t have the time in the morning? Will that change the results?
Thanks,
Hi Rita – yes, that would be fine.
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Hi there
On day 3 of the clean 9 and wondered if you could help with a few questions.
1 I really can’t bear the shake – I don’t drink milk so have tried it with water 3 times and just can’t keep it down. Am I ok to continue without it? If so – should I replace it with something and if so – what would you recommend?
2. The 600 calories – could this be anything? I’m due to attend a birthday meal at wagamamas – found something on the menu under 600 cals so will this be ok?
3. Should the pills/aloe be taken in any order for next results? I usually take them all at once! And do I then need to wait to have food?
4 am I ok to split the 600 calories throughout the day? And do the free foods count as part of that calorie intake?
Thanks so much
Thanks so much in advance
Hi Claire
1 I really can’t bear the shake – I don’t drink milk so have tried it with water 3 times and just can’t keep it down. Am I ok to continue without it? If so – should I replace it with something and if so – what would you recommend?
>> just keep going or put it in a nutriblender with some fruit or try apple juice etc – you really must get the nutrition in the shake otherwise you are going to starve yourself
2. The 600 calories – could this be anything? I’m due to attend a birthday meal at wagamamas – found something on the menu under 600 cals so will this be ok?
>> yes, that’s fine – go for the healthy / savour options but you can get some good quality food there
3. Should the pills/aloe be taken in any order for next results? I usually take them all at once! And do I then need to wait to have food?
>> well, ideally, the Garcinia is taken 20 mins before eating (but if you just take a shake, it matters not) and the aloe on an empty stomach – the term take in the morning and at lunch – at night, it will keep you awake
4 am I ok to split the 600 calories throughout the day? And do the free foods count as part of that calorie intake?
Yes and no. 🙂
hi
I did the clean 9 on 25 August and want to do another from 1 October
Will it work again
Great results from first one
Hi Mel
Yes and no! 🙂
It is best not to run Clean 9 back to back as we shouldn’t be on a constant cleanse, but move to a Fit 1 approach.
Also, what are you trying to achieve? And, what has happened since your first Clean 9?
I normally advice people to take a different approach if on the Clean 9 for a second time.
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ps. Have you got access to buying Clean 9 and Fit 1 at discount? If not, drop me a line…
Hi there,
What is the guidelines on the portion sizes of the free foods on Day 1 & 2?
‘moderation’ 🙂
Hi,
I’m having huge problems with the shakes, they are making me feel so sick I have to run to the toilet straight away. I’m on day 3 and have lost 2.2kg and a couple of cm’s. I really don’t want to give up, the Aloe Vera gel is awful but I can get over that!
I’m now dreading each day and it’s making me feel terrible and I simply can’t drink the shakes.
I’ve contacted my supplier but she’s away on holiday. I’ve tried mixing them with different things and also added fruit in my nutri bullet but it all makes me run to the bathroom.
Please help, I’m desperate to continue but don’t know how to without not having the shakes?
Thankyou
Zoe
Hi Zoe – I’d suggest you slow down the programme – the aloe vera tastes worse when you have a high level of toxins – and if that is the case, then you need to cleanse more slowly. However, you really need to discuss this with the person who provided the box.
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Hi
I’m on Day 4 and it’s fine, but I’m a bit worried I’ve eaten too much of the ‘free food’ over the first 3 days? I’ve had apples, oranges, edamame beans, asparagus as snacks every day so far- is there any guide as to how much is ‘too much’? Especially during the first two days- are you only meant to have one thing a day?!
Thanks!
Hi Victoria – the booklet says ‘eat the free foods in moderation’ – so, if you follow that advice you should be fine.
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ps. Have you got access to buying Fit 1 at discount? If not, drop me a line…
Hi,
I started the C9 cleanse and on day 3 i was down 3 inch and down 3 pound which was great, feeling great lots of energy, but now on day 5, my inches have reverted back to what they were, and i am bloated. is this normal?
Sorry i ordered directly from the website and not been presented with a instructor that i am aware of.
Kind Regards
Hi Leon – are you drinking enough water? Try doubling the amount you drink per day.
Yes, you are right, it is better to buy from a distributor who can advise you on your Clean 9.
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Hi Neil, I have started the C9 today & am wondering if I can have decaf coffee with skimmed milk?
Many thsnks
Hi Nadia – try not to – stick to the plan :).
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i ve been having ulcer for sometime, i really want to try clean 9, pls advise me. thanks
Hi Ability – depending on whether you are on doctor’s medication (if so, you need to check with him / her), then I think you would be fine.
I had something similar and started drinking aloe gently and it helped greatly – but that was 19 years ago!
You may need to take the aloe more slowly to begin with.
If you purchase your Clean 9 through our shop then I’d be happy to give you one to one support and advice to help you tackle your situation.
Best regards
Neil
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Hi, i’m a diabetic patient and i got low blood iron so basically i take some medication to help me deal with these 2 situation and i was wondering if clean 9 would be safe to use ?
Hi Sultan – you do need to be careful and speak to your suppliers and also medical advisors.
If you purchase your Clean 9 through us, then we are happy to provide the advice and support without charge.
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can it make me taller i’m 16
Hi Victor – we certainly can’t guarantee it will make you taller.
What it will give you is a good basis of nutrition and that may result in your growing more – depending on how your nutrition has been so far?
Hope that helps
Neil
Hi,you doing really great with the answers and advice,am about to start the clean 9 program but the I just want to ask….what is the least/highest Kg one can lose on this program? secondly,if I continue with my healthy eating and regular exercise when am done with the program,would the fat still be off?
I hope to get the fit 1 but definitely can’t afford it yet….and yes,I am in Nigeria *before u ask*
Hi Ara
Remember that during Clean 9 you lose water and toxins and maybe a couple of kg of fat – so in total, it might be 4kg.
On the Fit 1 – you can expect to lose 2kg per week – and it is a 30 day programme – so that’s about 8kg – if you keep to the nutrition and maintain the exercise.
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Hi, Just started the clean 9 yesterday, this is my day 2 and i have been snacking on peanuts a little. i eat them right after i drink the gel cuz its really nasty. my questions are; for the clean 9, would the 2 jars of aloe and a pack of shake be enough for the 9 days?? i am almost done with 1 gallon of the aloe drink(over half gone) and im just on day 2.
i am not having bowel movements, not slept really well and drinking lots of water.
Hi Saby – bowel movements are not essential – so don’t worry.
Yes, you will drink one bottle of aloe vera in the first two days – in fact, you should have finished the first bottle after day two – so perhaps you are not drinking enough?
Please check the booklet on the page above to make sure you are following the plan correctly.
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Am weighing 100kg and want to reduce to 60k cuz am a size 16 but wish to drop to size 12. I want to order the FIT 1 but want the 15%discount as it is very expensive here in Nigeria in some online stores. Pls help me out with 15% discount and i want to know hw much it is
Hi Blessing – sure, will be in contact.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil,
Please advice how long after completing the C9 should I have to carry on with the FIT 1 & 2? Isn’t have a bad impact if I delay to start with the FIT 1after C9? Kindly please send me an e-mail on discounted price for FIT 1&2, I’m in South Africa.
Thank you in advance
Hi Tintswi
Ideally you continue straight onto Fit 1, yes. This is because the Clean 9 is a preparation for Fit 1.
However, life is life and it isn’t always possible. If you are in this situation then continue with the aloe vera as the absolute minimum and add the shake and / or Garcinia if you can.
This means that when you are ready, then you won’t find it as abrupt nor particularly difficult. I’d also encourage you to start exercising more – walking to work, brisk walking, following dance videos, swimming or joining a moderate / beginners exercise class are all good and valid steps.
Yes, we can register you in South Africa for clean 9 / Fit 1 – Fit 2 discounts. I’ll drop you a separate email.
Best regards
Neil
Hi, you’ve been a bit vague with the free foods aspect. I’ve been having raspberries, strawberries and sugar snap peas at lunch time, as I work in an office, the routine of having lunch is important for me. Does a packet of each of the above at lunch time only have an effect? I’m on day 2 and would hate to think I’ve wasted my money through a vague description of “moderation” in the booklet, which I’m sure will differ from one person to the next. Any help would be greatly appreciated. thank you.
Also, if I haven’t ruined it by this, may I please order the next stage?
Hi Louise – thanks for your message. Yes, you are right, it is a bit vague and deliberately so. 🙂
There are two reasons for this – firstly, different people start at differnt points – so, our first aim is to help some one start to eat better and raise exercise levels a bit and gain more control (ie. beat the sugar, drinking, coffee etc… cravings). Ideally, we would answer this question better if we knew your individual circumstances. A good example is a guuy who used to go to the pub and drink three pints per night – on the Clean 9 and Fit 1 we didn’t ask him to stop altogether, but helped him choose a glass of red wine instead. This meant he could still go to the pub and meet friends – and could still drink – but he lost lots of weight, found more energy and felt better too because he had shifted his eating / drinking habits for the better, whilst still drinking wine. So, our goal is improvement not perfection – so, that largely depends on who you are.
Secondly, the Clean 9 / Fit 1 / Fit 2 programme is one that delivers best results when we approach it as a one step at a time over a long time vs a miracle cure.
There is a tendancy for people to seek a miracle or instant cure for weight or health issues that have built up over many months and years. We really do want to help people through this illusion – so, there is no one thing that will ruin the results of your clean / Fit programme – except giving up! So, if you cheat a little, eat a bit more than you should or have cup of coffee, that’s all okay so long as you keep moving steadily to your goal.
You’ll see from this thread that I am frequently asked if missing a therm tablet or a garcinia tablet or taking the garcinia after lunch etc… is going to ruin the results. My answer is nearly always the same – the only thing that will ruin your results is giving up. No matter what happens, we always end up slipping off the plan and we need – with encoragement and trust in ourselves – to just keep putting ourselves back on the plan. It is going to happen – it happens to me and everone – the only choice is, do we get back on the plan or give up. That’s why getting your supplier to support you is really important. We run a group too for our clients as that gives them extra confidence and an opportunity to share experiences.
Hope that helps – and yes, of course, I’ll drop you a line about the Fit 1 and the 15% discount.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil,
day 1 and 2 were really good, i had lots of water and all and did some vigorous exercise. I checked my weight on day 3 morning and i saw that i had lost 3 kg. I did 45 mins jogging/walking in d morning and burnt about 130 calories and then in the even i did a 1 hour rigorous exercise at the gym using the treadmill, stepper, cycler and then some stomach exercise i burnt an additional 100 calories, this is asides from the regular movement during d day afterwards i felt very very very faint, even walking seemed like a herculean task so i had some white rice. i did not measure the calories but i believe it was more than 600 calories. im so scared to even check my weight. now my question is, have i sabotaged the program? do i need to start afresh? do i continue? Today is day 4, i was thinking of staying of food completely, not even d fibre or shake, just d tablet and aloe so i can flush out my system completely to make up for d calories consumed yesterday. i have already done some exercise this morning and i lost 150 calories. please i need an urgent response as i am really really upset with myself.
Hi Zo – yes, I am not surprised – you are not meant to do more than 30 minutes moderate exercise – a brisk walk – on days 1 and 2 – and if you do more, then you need to adjust your calories.
Just go back to following the plan – don’t seek perfection, just seek improvement.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil,
In addition, is it ok to drink green tea during the 9days? green tea usually helps me flush my system. im just trying hard to take off all d rice i had.
Hi Zo – yes, green tea is fine – it contains small amounts of caffeine – so the less the better and you are getting caffeine from the Therm tablet anyway – but it really isn’t much of an issue.
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Neil
I need to start the c9 FORVERLIVING course. Can we follow the 900 cal diet for day one or by day 3
Please advsie. Secondly can i have a chart stating low GI foods along with the calorie count for the foods
Thanks
Cherie
Hi Cheryl – you should follow the plan in the booklet that you have in your Clean 9 box? Or are you missing that?
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Neil
Dear Mr. Neil
A sale rep in my country (Jordan) says that it is highly recommend that women start the product just after they finish their periods. Is that evidence -based? I assume it should not matter as hormonal changes and fluids retention are cyclic ! What you think?
Hi Saba – I am not aware of any evidence for this claim. It might make sense from a comfort point of view – in that the first two days are a version of fasting and that would probably be more comfortable after the period has finished.
Best regards
Neil
Dear Neil,
I finally started my clean 9 programme today.
Not sure what to do in the booklet it says breakfast,2X forever Garcinia plus softgel,4 oz aloe vera gel.1 forever therm tablet and minimum of 30 minutes exercise.
My question can i take my normal breakfast or just what is listed above that i am allowed to take?
Hi Dayo – yes, that is right – follow the booklet 🙂 That is a correct description of the Clean 9 breakfast.
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Neil
I’m currently on Day 3 and I’m just a bit confused about how much Aloe Vera to be taking daily at this point. I had 2 litres to start with and completed the 32oz in the first 2 days. Looking ahead, Aloe Vera gel is mentioned at all three meals, but in small print for Lunch and Dinner. Do I need to continue with 4oz x 3 time a day or just 4oz once a day when I want? 2 litres won’t be enough if I’m taking 12oz each day until the end. Thank you!
Hi Adam – sounds like you are in the USA if you are measuring in oz 🙂
So – do you have a booklet which explains? If not, you can download the metric booklet from the link on this page.
However, rule of thumb – drink one bottle of aloe vera in the first two days – the second bottle of aloe vera is consumed in the following 7 days.
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Neil
On day two of c9 got too hungry that cud not manage to sleep n decided to take spinach and a boiled egg for supper will this interfere with the program
Hi Prisca – yes, it will interfere but mildly. I’ve written a special blog about what happens if you miss a step on the Clean 9 or Fit programme https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/.
The key with the Clean 9 and Fit 1/ Fit 2 programme is to keep on going – we all fall off the plan from time to time, but most important is to get back on the plan.
Does this help?
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil
on day 1 of C9. Can I swap lunch and dinner around on day 1 & 2 (ie have the forever lite ultra shake for dinner) – if so should I also have forever therm tablet then as well? Secondly if i am out in a coffee shop with friends would it be better to have black decaf coffee (my preference) or green tea as I looked up cafine is less in decaf coffee. At home I will have decaf tea (no milk))
Many thanks Janis
Hi Janis
Yes, you can swap lunch and dinner around on the Clean 9 – but take the second therm tablet at lunch time, as it might give you too much energy if you take it in the evening and won’t be able to sleep.
I guess on the first two days, water would be best – because you are attempting to give the body a break from coffee etc and the term tablet will already give you natural caffeine. So, it is less about the calories (ie milk or no milk) and more about helping us crack our coffee / tea / biscuit / chocolate etc… addictions.
Hope that helps
Neil
I use to weigh 82.2kg b4 c9 and on day 3 it reduced to 79kg but on day 6 to my surprise it increase to 80kg what can I do
Hi Ajadi – have you read this post https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/?
Perhaps it might help?
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Neil
Hi,
I have started the C9 programme. I need to know how many calories (approximately) would the tablets, aloe vera gel, the fibre and shake be in the C9 cleanse?
About 150 calories Shoba – but why do you ask?
Don’t forget that you don’t just take the shake on its own – but typically add soya milk to make it 300 calories per serving / drink.
But what are you counting the calories for?
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Neil
Hi im on Day 5 of the clean 9. I havnt been taking the protein shake at breakfast, is that wrong? I take a protein shake for lunch or dinner and a 600 cal meal. Will i loose more if i take the protein shake in the morning too?
Look for ward to your reply.
Hi Kassy – I don’t think it matters – so long as you follow the amounts per day – you can swap lunch with breakfast when on the Clean 9 etc…
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Neil
Hi I hv started take c9 since zis Monday..I hv loss only 1 Kgs and get urinated more often since I started ze c9..it’s normal?? And I would like to start fit1 when can I get start? Thnx
Hi Saheer – perhaps this article will help? https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/
You can start Fit 1 immediately after Clean 9 – in fact, it is what we recommend. https://www.fitnw.com/fit-1-what-to-do-after-clean-9/
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Neil
Your Comment Here…good evening sir. pls i need clean9 with the 15% discount. want to know if is possibly i get it in 2days. i live in abuja.
Hi Alfred – I’ll drop you a line about the 15% discount.
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Neil
I was just wondering about if we could eat our 600 calories trough the whole day, because in the booklet it says we eat them on dinner!
Hi Abdul – yes, you can spread the 600 calories across the day.
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Hi
I have vry big bust so is it possible for the c9 to help burn the fat in my bust alone??
Hi Ross – I know people who have lost weight from their bust – but it is impossible to say for sure.
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Hi Neil,
Over the last 13 months, I embarked on a diet and exercise regime that has seen me drop about 18kg. I currently get at least 2 days of minimum 10k walks a week, and I play squash for between 40 to 60 mins minimum twice a week (so that is about 4 days of activity).
I’m looking for that ‘extra push’ that could take me to the desired 25kg target.
Exercising is pretty much a part of me now so I firmly expect that to continue over the years.
Would you recommend that I get on the Clean 9 programme? What would be the pros and cons?
Thank you.
Hi Yinka – I’d suggest you go straight to the Fit 1 as you are probably burning 500+ calories in exercise 4 days per week.
The Fit 1 will give you the nutrition to support that level of exercise whilst also helping you to eat well and steadily lose the weight.
The Clean 9 isn’t going to give you sufficient nutritional calories to support your exercise, unless we rebuilt the programme to fit.
Hope that helps
Neil
Hi,
I finished the clean 9 about a week ago. When I was doing the cleanse, I was never starving but since finishing, I am more hungry – which tablet was keeping the hunger at bay as I’m still drinking the gel?
Hi Pat – probably the Garcina – you can buy that individually if you want https://shop.foreverliving.com/retail/entry/Shop.do?store=GBR&language=en&distribID=440000003890&itemCode=071
Although, the Forever Vanilla Shake will also be a key part on delivering high quality nutrition – and especially proteins – with minimal calories – and as you do a little more exercise, this will be essentially.
Lastly, you might want to consider the term too – that helps keep the energy levels high and beat the desire for coffee or tea.
Hope that helps
Neil
Hi Neil,
Thank you for your response.
It appears there are a number of interested people in Nigeria.
I understand the bit about C9 being unable to give sufficient nutritional calories. But that would mean my calorie intake would be far lower than output and equal to quicker weight loss? Just asking.
However, I’m happy to defer to your expert opinion and advice here. I looked up the F1 and I see there’s the possibility of a 15% discount. Is that available for purchases and delivery to Lagos, Nigeria?
Once I get to my target weight, I intend to switch to ‘maintenance’ mode.
Thank you.
Hi Yinka – yes, there a lot of people interested in the Clean 9 in Nigeria and across the world too.
The key about weight loss is that there is a natural speed limit – that is 500 calories per day less than what you need.
Now, what you need depends on your size, male or female, how much exercise you do etc….
However, the Clean 9 is more a cleanse and detox – a lot of the ‘weight loss’ are toxins and water – so you can only effectively do that once – then moving onto the Fit 1 programme or an adapted version is key to continuing the weight loss over time.
Best regards
Neil
Hi, Can you drink decaf coffee while on the C9?
Hi Cristin – it would be better if you didn’t drink decaf coffee – if you take the therm tablets you should be fine unless you are a complete coffee addict? In which case, start your Clean 9 more slowly..
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Hi, I took clean9 4months ago but didn’t get d result I wanted. I noticed I reduced 2 inch in ma arms plus waist but d rest of ma body is still dsame like b4 wic I angry left. But I wat to start anoder clean9. Pls can u guide me on wat to do
Hi Mamush
Thanks for contacting us – did you read the article on what to do if you don’t lose weight https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/?
Often our weight scales are in accurate? If you lost inches around your waist and the rest of your body, it sounds like the Clean 9 worked.
Can you tell me your current weight, height, age and how much you want to lose and then I can advise.
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Neil
I started 27th Dec. By 29th, I had lost 2.3kg and a few inches all over. I do 10km fast walk everyday since I stated C9. Do you think I should increase my calorie intake because I always feel weak after the walk.
Yes Desola – you are not eating enough calories.
Please get back to the person who sold you the clean 9 and ask them to advise you on what to do.
Best regards
Neil
hi neil i really want to do the fit1 and 2 after i finish the c9 as im getting married in june how much do they cost i live in scotland, thanks
Hi Lisa – I’ll send you a separate email about the Fit 1 / Fit 2 and the best way to buy at discount.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil, is there any reason why I’ll have to wait 20 seconds after taking garcinia before the aloe gel or i can take them all together, thanks
Hi Aisah – on the Clean 9 – you can take them together – you just want to take the garcinia 20 mins before proper meals to allow it into the system for best results. If you forget, don’t worry – just take it anyway.
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Hi my mom would really like to do the c9 but it says not to do if you have kidney disease? She was born with a normal kidney and a very small kidney never had any trouble she only found out by having to have an operation for something else, would it be safe to do the c9?
Hannah
Hi Hannah – not sure – best to buy as bottle of aloe vera and then ask your doctor – it kind on depends on if she is taking any medication etc…
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Am confused pls, m n my day 3 lunch, can I take fruits from d free food N what can I take as 600 calories meal for dinner?
Hello Ruby – free foods don’t count towards your 600 calorie meal – you can eat them in moderation.
There are a few recipe ideas in your Clean 9 Booklet https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#2 – or alternatively, ask your Clean 9 supplier for a few suggestions.
Best regards
Neil
Ok thanks a lot
Hi Neil,
I mistakingly skipped dinner on d 2nd day of d c9, how do i make it up? I continued from the 3rd day. What do i do with the skipped dinner?
Don’t worry Nancy – just stick to the plan from here on
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Neil
Hello. I’ve recently just completed C9. I didn’t lose any weight or any inches from my body.
I didn’t cheat and followed the programme to a T.
During the first two days I ate nothing but the aloe Vera gel/shake/fibre drink and the tablets.
For the days 3-9 I also ate nothing In between but one meal at 400cals usually.
I drank plenty of water. More than recommended and I ran 3 times a week and the rest I walked around 4km each day.
I felt incredibly poorly day 3 also, with the shakes and lightheaded.
Why hasn’t it worked?
Thank you
Hi Alanna – you shouldn’t run and do the Clean 9 – at least not without carefully adapting it.
So, let’s say you ran 5k – for an average person that would ‘spend’ 500 calories and you only get 600 calories on each of the first two days.
When I work with runners or very fit people, I adapt the programme to fit their schedule – so that would explain the faintness and lightheadedness.
Sorry it didn’t work for you – its a real shame as your distributor really should have given you better advice.
Hope that helps explain
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Hello Neil. Am so happy I got your website. I am on day two of clean 9, I made a mistake of taking carrots, Pawpaw and apples on day one. Hope it won’t affect it. And can I take Pawpaw on days three through nine, because I reside in Nigeria and we don’t have all those berries, kale and Co that is listed in the free food list. Also, I need to know about the discount on Fit 1, as I would love to continue by doing Fit 1. I reside in Nigeria. I look forward to your mail and reply. Thanks
Hi Tobi – well, it all depends on the glycemic load – Pawpaw is high – so best to avoid it. Carrots are lower than pawpaw too – so it would be better to stick to carrots. Here is a useful list http://bembu.com/low-glycemic-foods.
I’m glad to here the Clean 9 is working so well for you – I’ll send you a separate email about the Fit 1 discount.
Best regards
Neil
hi ..im in a big pblm…im on mhy 2days bt i just cant take the ultra shake…i will vomit i just cant …wil it cause any pblm for me
Hi Zainab – yes, you need to take the shake – perhaps it is the milk that you are using as I have never heard of anyone having a problem with it? You can change the milk too, of course.
If not, please ask your distributor for a refund or advice, you won’t have enough calories and nutrition if you fail to take the shake and that is not a good idea.
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Hi Neil, i am a lover of FLP. I have used clean 9 products so many times and it works super fast for me, in fact I start loosing weight on the 4th day, and at the end of the program a loose so much weight and end up looking too slim. It really works well on me but I just want to know if I can mix the aloe Vera gel with a little cranberry juice so I can be able to drink faster because I don’t really like the taste. Is that okay?
Yes of course Maudlyn – in fact, why don’t you just buy the berry nectar instead of the aloe gel next time?
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Okay Neil. Thank u.
M done using the clean 9 and am on 3rd day of fit1 now thou I lost weight wit the clean9 though the weight keeps fluctuating but i av chest fat lik female breast every other thing is reducing gradually but they breast fat aint going down even though am doing enough exercise.plz what is the solution to tha and i weigh lik 100 now what is my weight likely to drop to after fit1.kindly reply
pls can ulcer person use clean 9
Depends Racheal – are you on prescription medication? If so, ask your doctor.
Lots of people – myself included – use aloe to help with digestion – but we start slowly and don’t begin with the clean 9.
Do you already have your box? If so, you can ask to exchange it and begin on Fit 1 instead and then go back to Clean 9 later.
Hope that helps
Neil
I am in day 3 of Clean 9 and drinking a lot of water but I have been finding it difficult to empty my bowels. I thought that the Fibre helps to purge (frequent watery stooping) as part of the weight loss program.
Don’t worry Joey – it takes time to sort things out – aloe is natural – so it is not instant.
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Neil
Hi neil,chest fat not going and m day5 of fit1 done wit clean9..
Hi Neil,
I am in day 4 of clean 9 and using skimmed milk to mix the Ultra shake, my questions are:
1) Is skimmed milk ok for the mix
2) How Can I measure the skimmed milk to give me the 300 cal to make up the 300 of shake to get 600 cal altogether.
3) I was using only water to mix the shake in c9 days 1 to 2 so probably was not getting enough calories. I hope it will not affect my program. I have not really lost any weight yet.
4) what kind of meal can one take during days 3 to 9.
Hi Joey – I think most of your questions are solved by following the C9 instruction booklet https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#2
In regards to semi skimmed milk – you just need to add to your meal to get back any missing calories.
Also, for men, as the booklet says, you should be eating 800 calorie meals
If you don’t eat enough, then your body will convert muscle to glucose instead of converting fat. Still, for a day or two, it won’t make any difference but it is important to get this sorted before going onto the Fit 1 programme.
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Neil
I’m extremely sensitive to caffeine and natural stimulants. That renders the C9 unsuitable for me. Are there any other products without these in that have similar results?
Hi Christine – okay, that means the Therm tablets won’t be suitable, but the rest of the pack would work.
Or you could by the products individually and then just swap the therm tablets for something else.
I’ll drop you an email to see if I can help you further.
Best regards
Neil
Hi Neil, just started today and ohh boy am i struggling, just cant stand the taste of everything i need to take…. i’m hoping that i will brave this out and finish the 9 days.
Please tell me, how do i take the Aloe? do i mix it with water or do I drink undiluted?
Hi Don – get in touch with your distributor and ask their advice. If you *really* don’t like the taste – then it is probably for a reason (ie. you are a smoker, you drink a lot of alcohol or you have a pretty bad diet or just because you have a build up in toxins). So, if it is *really* bad then you need to slow down.
I usually recommend my clients to drink a lot of water and cut out tea, coffee, alcohol and fizzy drinks running up to starting the clean 9 – so I don’t know what you’ve been advised to so – but get back to the person who provided the box and ask their advice – they are paid to provide it. 🙂
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Hi
starting today. What’s the best way to measure the aloe ? Can I use the cup in the vanilla shake and how much equals 4oz
Please send info on the discount for fit 1.
Thanks
Hi Sultana – 4oz is slightly less than 120ml of aloe vera.
I’ll drop you an email about the Fit 1 discount.
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Neil
hi should you be constipated whiles doing the clean 9
Hi Siraaj – the aloe vera will be doing a lot of work on your gut when on the clean 9 – for some people, that can slow things down – for others, that can speed them up.
Either way, its okay. Just make sure you follow the plan as set out in the booklet.
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Hi I gave birth through C section four weeks ago. just wanna find out if it is save for me to start using C9 diet plan because I’m not breastfeeding
Hi Dike – yes-ish – assuming that you are no longer on any medication? Also, I’d advise getting an extra bottle of aloe and starting slowly before the clean 9 because you will have lots of pharm medication in your system after the operation and you want to cleanse the body slowly as it was quite recent.
Let me know if you need help getting your products.
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Neil
Just about to start the C9 and just wondered if you Can you have decafe tea/coffee? As there is no mention of this in the booklets supplied? So I presumed was ok?
Thanks
Hi Jamie – you *can* have decaf tea / coffee – but you would be better off with a peppermint tea or hot water with a slice of lemon. You are aiming to give your body a rest from all the usual stuff we consume – and decaf coffee is basically coffee with the caffeine striped out – so it is a more highly processed substance than just coffee.
You should find, however, that the term tablets give you all the caffeine (naturally) you need – so you’ll survive!
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Neil
Thanks!! Will stay away from the tea/coffee only 5 days to go!!
Hi I’ve just ordered c9 just wondered if it’s OK to use the free food list to make soups or smoothies on day 1 and 2 as after reading I think I may struggle
Hi Woo – there is no reason to worry – talk to your supplier for reassurance, but you’ll be fine without soup or smoothies (unless you are a serious athlete, in which case, you should ditch C9 and go straight to Fit 1).
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Hi Neil, I am overweight and would love to try Clean9, am resident in abuja Nigeria, how can I get the product?
Hi Linda – thanks for getting in contact – I’ll send you a separate email
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Hey
can i eat the free food in the first 2 days? thanks
Yes you can Wayshe 🙂
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I just started the C9 excited but starving, I love to eat and am proud of of myself that Iam done with my 1St day. I just want to be sure, I haven’t had any of the free foods so far, is that a problem? Should I eat some apple and maybe 3 more different free food at once??
You are good Deeja – free foods are optional
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hi Neil, is it ok to eat vegetables like carrot and cucumber on the first 3 days alongside the items to eat and exercise. i am used to chewing.
Hi Linda – not carrots but other vegetables, yes – do follow the free food list in your booklet.
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Do I have to stop using salt completely during clean 9?
That would be a very good idea Balbina – but everything in moderation, eh?
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Hi Neil
My name is Thandi.I just started C9 today ,my problem is that I’m not sure if I have to eat breakfast ,lunch ,dinner for the 1st 2 days …m just not following plz help
Hi Thandi – that’s right no breakfast, lunch nor dinner (just the shake) for days 1 and 2 on the clean 9. Do just follow the plan in your booklet.
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Hi there.. is it a must to eat fibre as a snack ….. I haven’t had it at all.. I’m on day 4.. also I’m using skimmed milk by the protein shake is …. difficult to drive k I just mix half the content.
Hi Rashida
It will work better if you use all the products as intended, including the Fibre
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Does clean 9 help in Conception.
No
Good day
I am on the 2nd day of the C9 been sticking to the plan been exercising but not a full 30 minutes, I intend to exercise a full 30 minutes going forward. I just have 2 questions though: 1stly do I have to exercise in the morning or can I exercise any time of day and 2ndly I woke up with a terrible headache been having it whole day, what can I use for the pain?
For exercise – follow the plan https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#2
For headaches – drink more water
.plz how much is the c9
Which country are you in Benneth?
Hi Neil,
Thanks for the great job well done. Am on day 1 and I kinda like the taste of the aloe gel, is it ok to have more than 4oz ? If yes, what’s the maximum number of litres can I consume in the course of doing the c9.
And why do I have to wait another 20 mins to take the Therm. Thanks
Hi Mannyba – I’ve never delayed in taking the therm – and for the aloe – just follow the plan. 🙂 Download it from here https://www.fitnw.com/how-to-clean-9-detox-your-questions-answered/#2
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I am 81 years of age and I am taking Pradaxa150mg Dabigatran etexilate hard capsules twice a day for atrial fibrllation and I am about to start Forever Clean 9 program. Are there any problems with this?
Please ask your doctor James – we are not qualified to answer this.
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I am in day 3 of C9and my main aim is to lose weight. I wonder is it better to have the protein shake one time only in breakfast (instead of twice ) and then distribute the 600 calories on the lunch and dinner. All the other tablets and gel I am jus taking them as the booklet, but for the morning shake I just feel that I don’t need it.
Also one more thing, what if I ate less than 600 calories; around 400/500, will this affect weight loss also ?
Thanks
Hi Rana – please follow the plan – if you eat less you’ll put the weight on afterwards.
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Hello Neil
I braught this to specifically loose weight but im on day 6 and havent lost any. Im post pregnant 5months and am desperate to loose my baby weight. Its not easy to concentrate on yourself when you have a baby. My diet before was extremely bad i live on sugar pop and take aways. I have stopped all that now, when i have my 600 meal i have it all bland boiled veg and baked chicken i dont add no salt or spices. So i thaught this would make a big difference. I am also doing my excersize daily. I did have a tiny amount of free food but im going to stop that now. Can you tell me what im doing wrong.
Hi Fatema – have you read this https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/ ?
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Hi Neil ,
Am Nitisha from Mauritius actually am taking the c9 and its the 3rd day of the program . I noticed I got a neck pain on my 2nd day after I wake up in the morning and I feel scared . can you please tell me if it is because I of the intake of c9 or its normal?
I’ve never heard of that before Nitisha – but you should get back to the person who sold you Clean 9 if you have any questions like this.
Best regards
Neil
ps. I can help you make the step up from Clean 9 to Fit 1 with customised plans and a 15% discount – contact me for details https://www.fitnw.com/contact/
Hi Neil is it compulsory I use fit 1 after clean9?
Nope Bella – but it is advisable if you are seeking long term weight loss
Best regards
Neil
Thanks a lot Neil. very helpful information. I did the C9, Fit 1 and Fit 2 and I lost only 7 kg 🙁 .I’m not happy with the rate of my progress. I hear that its possible to loose up to 25kg and wonder what happened to me. I have decided to start all over again with C9 will this help? Thanks in advance.
Hi Oju – did you do the exercise and keep to the calorie sized meals on Fit 1? That is often where people slip up.
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Am in tanzania,in mwanza region, where can I get this product.
Please get in touch Baraka http://www.fitnw.com/contact/
Hii, im going to start c9 . Everyday im taking calcium nd vitamin d tablet. Can i continue with c9 ?
Hi Divya – yes, keep taking your normal nutrition. Clean 9 is only (potentially) an issue if you are on medication.
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I want to order clean 9 to Nigeria how do I order it.
Hi Enwere – please get in contact with me and I can send you the link / info for ordering Clean 9 in Nigeria
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Hi, i have just started day 1, can you eat any of the free foods on day 1 and 2 or are the free foods just for day 3 onwards?
Hi Donna – you can eat the free foods from day 1.
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Hi I am on day 2 of the cleanse, just wondering how essential it is to have all the aloe Vera recommended? I am really struggling with the taste and last night didn’t manage the last two shots. What does the Aloe do?
Thanks
Kat
Lol! The worse it tastes, the more you will benefit Katherine!
Keep it in the fridge – cold aloe always tastes better.
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Hi Neal,
I’ve started C9 today and wanted to know if I can just stick to C9 products and eat nothing else on day 3 -9?
Or can I replace 600 calory meal just with salad
No Aurore – please stick to the plan – don’t try to speed it up, that usually ends in a poor outcome.
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The scientific explanation is very poor! Toxins do not “float” around fat cells! Fat cells take in the toxins and swell – fat cells are our first defence against these toxins and when the toxins are removed (together with water) the fat cells can shrink.
The Clean 9 does not automatically lead to a fat burning state. This takes time – months in fact and requires correct macro intake. The first thing your body does for fuel when in such a calorie restricted state is use the protein in your muscles. Lower muscle mass = low fat burning state.
Hi Mandy – thanks for this – do you have a source for that explanation?
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Hi Neil
Looking to start this plan but I was wondering if there are any peer reviewed studies to back up the claims of this product or a product like this?
Kind Regards
Sam
Hi Sam – peer reviews – as in scientific peer reviews? Not directly, there are lots on the ingredients – ie aloe vera, garcinia, soy protein etc…. but Clean 9 is a nutrition / health food approach, not a medical intervention.
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Dear Neil
I finished clean8 period just today and i loosed 6 kg :)) so happy for my result.
My question is that possible to repeat clean9 again?
As i read information i can continue by thirds days to nine,
But I prefer to repeat all package again,
I know about FIT1 and 2 but as i am very lazy to sport and very busy person so I prefer to repeat clean9
Could you please tell me if is possible?
Have a great time
Hi Mira
Two things
– you don’t have to like sport to do Fit 1 – you can walk, garden, clean the house, move… – I help my clients adapt their Fit 1 programme
– repeating the Clean 9 is not a good idea, its purpose is to help set you up for long term weight loss on the Fit 1 programme and repeating it is unlikely to give you great results.
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Hello Neil
Am in day 3 of c9 and have Bing eating carrots and grandnut for like a day now hope it won’t affect the c9 work in my body. And I notice I pee almost every minute
Hope it work out well for you Chi 🙂
HI,
I’m on day 5 of C9 diet with the aim of weight loss. Doing good so far! But Im not fancying the shakes today, but nibbled on celery stick and had a peach, plus still up to date on the tablets. Will this have an effect on my weight loss?Not super hungry and dont really like them. Was thinking miss the breaky one and have juts the lunch one? What do you think? Thanks
Yes Rach – take the shakes – without them you are on a starvation diet.
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Hi Niel, I started the Clean-9 diet two days ago. I am on day 3 and have lost 2.5 KG. I feel extremely sucked out of energy. With joint pain , sour muscle and cramps, I find it almost difficult to walk on track. Is it normal to experience this extent of fatigue during this program?
Hi Ranjit – no that doesn’t sound normal at all – please get back in touch with the person who sold you the Clean 9 and ask them to help.
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Hi Neil
This is my 3rd c9 cleanse. I love it, but do after a while slip back to old ways. Camping, holidays etc, ruin me!!!
Reason for my message, day 4 of my c9, doing well, lost 5 inches, 5lbs, by day 3 at 4ft 10 weighing 8.3, needed a little help. Not extreme I know, but if I gain 1lb you can see where it’s gone. Been to s friends baby shower today. Drinking flavoured water 0 Cals, they’ve added vodka. And said they were sick of me being boring. I am gutted!!! How can I resolve this. What a bloody waste!!! Is my cleanse a complete waste on money and time now 😢Xx
Hi Marie – don’t worry – it will be fine. Don’t over think things.
The Clean 9 is just a starter anyway, if you want long term weight loss – move onto Fit 1 (adapted programme) – let me know if I can help.
Best regards
Neil
Started C9 today.Was doing fine ,didn’t feel hungry all day until after my last shot of Aloe Vera for the day. Ate a little piece of fish. Do i have to start over?
Hi Marcel – no, you’ll be fine
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hello neil,
i have started my C9 program today.. i think i will make it till day 9..
i have a question.. is it a problem if i take the aloe vera gel more than 20 mins after the softgels??
No Vishty – that won’t make any difference
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Can an ulcer patient take the clean9 the one not the fit thanks
Hi Diana – I always advise anyone who describes themselves as a patient to seek their doctors approval.
Having said that, I used to have digestive issues and I find that aloe massively helps me maintain a healthy stomach. So, aloe has a history of demonstrating its effectiveness at maintaining health in this way.
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Hey..am on my clean 9 day one and I was asking should I mix the shakes with milk like Daima,Tuzo or can they affect my program…please let me know
Hi Leah – skimmed milk? Or soya milk or almond milk or rice milk – whatever works best for you.
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Hey..am on my 7th day on my clease…for the 600 calories can one take white rice with some potatoes and some beef meat or is it a must you take what is in the booklet coz I took these meals on day 3 and 5 and since that i have not seen my belly change..I fear I might not get good results on my clease..
Hi Tatiana – you will find that white rice and potatoes are high in calories but low in protein – so not the best great choice, no.
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As someone who’s on construction site does it really matter what time I eat what or I’m still covered as long as I stick to the program “.?Do I need to make my meals as suggested (the combinations)on the booklet or I can make a bit of whatever I’m cool with as long as it’s on the list
Hey Svig – if you are working on a building site, then there aren’t enough calories for you in the Clean 9. Please ask your supplier to help you work out an effective plan. We don’t want you feeling faint half way up a ladder. 🙂
Best regards
Neil
hi
this is my first day of c9.do i have to eat fruits throughout the day
Err.. no – just follow the booklet
I just want to purchase the clean9 from someone and my aim is to loose up to 30kg weight,can this be possible if yes how can I achieve this,pls put me through.
Hi Bello – no Clean 9 is only the beginning to losing 30kg, you will need a number of months on the Fit 1 programme to achieve this kind of weight loss.
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Pls there are some concept that I fail to understand like calorie, F I T 1,F I T 2 pls shed more light on this for me
Maybe this will help https://www.fitnw.com/from-clean-9-to-fit-1-the-successful-way/
Please can c9 help regulate my mental cycle. Am a slim lady, only taking c9 for irregular menstruation. Am in day two now, also sticking to the rules. Please help
It might help Assumpta – as good / better nutrition can often help solve a lot of issues – but you can never say for sure.
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I have started the C9, and its day 3… in total i have lost 2lbs.
Question is – this morning i forgot to pick up a sachet of fiber forever – what shall i do? can i have this in the evening instead?
Thanks.
Hi Sharan – don’t panic – just remember to take it tomorrow.
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This is my day three of using the c9,I have lost weight but my stomach is not really reducing, this got me worried for that I will like to ask for the cause of that…Nd also I would like to ask if taking 2 apples,10 slice of cucumber,a slice of pineapple, 2 small tangerine fruits are too much on day Nd day respectively…and I take a 10 minute abs exercise as part of the 30/minute required exercise…thank you
Please give it time Bayo – it’s natural, not a drug.
Best regards
Neil
Do I have to eat up to 600 calories?
Yes Bayo
Hi,
My name is Angeline, I already tried using C9 before (4 years ago) and it worked. I was only doing slight exercise like Zumba. And now i want to try it again, but i am very active in CrossFit (as you know CrossFit is very high intensity exercise). I lift weights a lot. Will it be ok to use C9 while doing CrossFit?
Appreciate your response.
Hi Angeline – no, Clean 9 is not right for you. You would be better off on Fit 15, either intermediate or advanced – but either way, you’ll need some help adapting the programme to fit your exercise regime. Let me know if I can help.
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Hello.
I’d like to start the C9 tomorrow but I dont know the time to start
can I loose up to 10kg on the c9 program?
Can I ignore the ultra lite?
Hi Tessy – I don’t think planning to lose 10kg in just 9 days is healthy or likely – you need to take longer and build in the Fit programme as a whole.
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hi! am on my first day of using clean9, i had my shake mixed with banana, is there any problem
Yeah Matodzi – you should stop using bananas – and stick to the list of free foods in the booklet.
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Hi Heil. should I quit smoking before I start with the C9. I am a 20 pak smoker per day
Hey Olivier – yes, ideally – the aloe will taste horrid if you are a smoker. Still, the Clean 9 could help you quit – so perhaps you need to do the two in tandem?
Sounds like you’ll need support from your C9 distributor. Drop me a line if you need help. fitnw.com/contact/
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hi, am on the day 5 but i don’t see any changes in my body, when the right time to see the results
Have you read this Matodzi?
https://www.fitnw.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-lose-weight-on-clean-9/
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The forever aloe vera gel is not tasty I put warm water but really I can’t drink it
What can I mix with it?
Hi Juliet – they do say, the worse it tastes, the more you need it!
Smokers, especially, find it a tough taste to being with – but it does get better (especially if you are not smoking).
Still, you can add apple and / or cranberry and / or orange juice – just be aware that juices significantly increase your sugar intake – so, use minimally with the fit programme for best results.
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Hi i’m on day 3 i just want to know if it will work because i’m only eating future life mostly
Ermmmm? Spell check? Predictive text?
Hi Neil
i forgot my pills and the fiber at home today what can i do ?
Hi Pulane – nothing – if you left them at home, you can’t do anything until you get home. Don’t worry though, just get back on the programme as soon as you can.
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Pick up from where you left off Pulane
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Hi Neil, live in Nigeria please how can I get cleane 9 and can I get all at once? Thank
Hi Joy – here is the information you need https://www.fitnw.com/discounted-clean-9-and-fit-1-2/ – please see the Nigeria link and info at the bottom of the page.
Best regards
Neil
Can i drink lemon water ? as it helps in reducing weight.
Hi Azhar – yes, but does it contain sugar (if it does, then no).
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Hello Neil.. Will like your advice on this,right now am on my day 5 of the C9 Detox. Is it normal to have some discharge or spotting at some point (I have strictly adhere to the guidelines for the program)
Hi Olayinka – I’m not sure what you mean but I suggest you get back in touch with the person who sold you the box as soon as possible.
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Hi I was on day 4 and I didn’t take my followed instead of taking clean 9 I ate my usually food will it affect my result and can I continue taking it
Hi Mazhar – of course, it’s not magic – it’s nutrition.
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Hello Neil,
I got info abt C9 products.
I weigh 105kgs.
I really want to lose my weight.
I’m doing the procedure to buy C9.
I want to knw it it really effective for rapid weight loss!???
Can you explain details abt wat other meals we can take with the C9?
Can we consume bread and other things?
Hi Varouna – I would not claim that Clean 9 is rapid weight lose – but it is effective and long term weight loss – which do you want most?
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Hi Neil,,
Please advise if it is safe to snack on Almonds nuts?
is it advisable to take the free food with chicken breast as lunch?
You can take the free foods on Clean 9 whenever you wish – but I don’t think Almonds are on the free foods list?
Hi, I’m planing to start C9 and just wandering does it matter when I exercise?
Is it ok to take shake straight after the gel and then Therm? Or if I extercise in the morning shel I take shake before or after exercises? And Therm?
Not sure it matters to the over all results Inga – although, you probably won’t want to exercise having just drunk loads but you might find the energy from the Therm helpful?
Just find the way that works best for you.
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Hi, I am planning to start C9 but would like to know if 600 calories a day would be sufficient for me because my weight is already 140 Kgs and will have no energy if taking only 600 calories a day, also my glucose level in the body gets drop if I am hungry and then I must take something sweet or sore to get the glucose level up, what is your suggestion in this scenario?
Hi Sami – yes, given your weight of 140kg I’d suggest that you skip straight to Fit 15 or ask the person selling you the kit to devise a custom programme for you.
Best regards
Neil
I have a closed bottle of Forever Aloe Vera Gel but I found out that it is expiry date was on 31/5/2019. Can I still use it or no ?
It’s always best to use the aloe vera before the expiry date.