Winter 5-Day Detox for Beginners
Jan
12
to Jan 16

Winter 5-Day Detox for Beginners

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A 5-Day Whole Foods Detox to Help You Feel Better, Have More Energy, & Recover from the Holiday Season (Without Giving Up Real Food!)

 Group Detox Runs Jan 12-16, 2026

Did you know that most people gain between 5-7 lbs. between Thanksgiving & the New Year…& never lose it?

Over time, that can add up & create that “Who the heck is that?!” feeling when you look in the mirror.

 Listen, the holidays are a ton of fun, & frankly, I don’t think it’s the time to be dieting or feeling bad about the food & drink you enjoy with loved ones. That being said, it can be tough to break out of that habit when the calendar flips to January.

 Luckily for you, I have a simple, tasty, & effective solution that can re-set your eating habits, boost your energy, & may help you seed some lbs. in less than a week.

 Over the years, I have helped my clients through a gentle but effective 5-Day Detox. They have ranged from single ladies looking to drop weight to busy working mamas who need to get their energy back on track so they can show up for their families at the end of the day.

My 5-Day Winter Detox is perfect for you if:

  •  You’ve gone overboard when it comes to snacking on holiday sweets & treats (more peppermint bark, anyone?)

  • You do not want to go to extremes to get back on track or lose weight

  • You want to get better with ALL of your eating habits, & not sign up for a fad diet that will fizzle out by the end of the month

  • You are noticing that you need a jolt of caffeine or sugar to keep you going after lunch (Salted Caramel Mocha, perhaps?)

  • Your favorite clothes feel too tight

 With my 5-Day Detox, you can expect to:

  • Clean up your diet & focus on eating nutrient dense & tasty foods like lean proteins, plenty of cleansing veggies, fruits & legumes / whole grains (if you eat these)

  • Kick your sugar habit to the curb

  • Get back on track with your eating habits in a way that will not leaving you feeling hungry or deprived

  • Lose a few lbs.

 The nuts & bolts details:

 We will kick off on Jan 12 & detox until Jan 16. Let’s get you back to your healthiest, most vibrant self so you can feel better in 2026. If you have never detoxed before, don’t worry: I’ve got you covered. This detox program is specifically designed to make things simple for detox beginners & people with over-packed weekly schedules.

 The nitty gritty of what you’ll get:

  •  A 5-day meal plan with recipes that taste amazing & boost your body’s natural detox processes

  • A LIVE training call where I will outline exactly how to prep so you won’t find yourself stuck in the kitchen all week, plus I’ll go over all the detox details – a replay will be available

  • Dozens of recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, sweet treats & snacks – Plus ideas on how to tweak them so they meet your own flavor needs

  • A LIVE call near the end of the detox so you know what to do next & how to transition back to the ‘real world’

  • A done for you daily protocol that spells out exactly what to do & when to do it, so you won’t be wondering what’s next

  • A group forum where you can connect with me & other detoxers to get all the support you will need to stick with the program to the end

 BONUS guides:

  •  A shopping list template with tricks to save time & money

  • A supplement guide (including my favorite brands & where you can get them) so you will know which supplements to include & which you can skip

  • A “Deepen Your Detox” handbook so you can personalize your detox experience & go as deep (or light) as you want

  • A complete “Eating Out” guide so you will know exactly what to order if you have a business lunch or dinner with friends

 A few more details if you’re not quite sure yet…

 You won’t starve. Pinky promise.

 In the winter, it’s important to remember that it’s cold out! Starting a juice cleanse or a rabbit food diet this time of year can backfire because your body thinks you are in a famine after all the feasting over the holidays. It’s better to focus on eating nutrient rich foods that nourish you from the inside out – & get you looking AND feeling better in less than a week.

My 5-Day Detox plan is packed full of yummy recipes that include foods like lean proteins, lots of naturally cleansing vegetables as well as legumes & whole grains for those who consume these. My clients rave about the recipes, & a lot of people tell me they want to eat like this all the time.

 FAQs

 I’m really busy – will this program work for me?

 Yes, I get it; we’re ALL busy these days. But the reality is that feeling heavy & frustrated is not helping you squeeze more productivity into your day. This detox is quick, easy, & WILL make a difference. Many detoxers have told me that their families have just eaten all the foods along with them with little to no complaints. Plus, a 5-Day Detox is much quicker than most programs you will find out there, & you get a lot of done-for-you materials to make this as easy as possible.

 How do I know if I need a detox?

 Detoxing is a personal decision, & it’s something that I do on a regular basis for a couple of reasons. First, I like the way I feel after I take a break from eating unhealthy foods & focusing on getting high-quality nutrients in every meal.

 Second, the reality is that our world is becoming increasingly polluted. We ingest toxins through the water we drink, the air we breathe, & even the materials that are around us. Add in the chemicals that we may be in our homes & workplaces, & that most people are carrying a toxic load.

 When our bodies get overexposed to toxins, our liver does the best job it can to protect us, & it does this by wrapping toxins in mucous & storing them in fat cells. (Yuck.) When toxins are stored in our fat, we cannot burn that fat until we release & process that toxin. The reality is that no matter how much you exercise, eat right, & manage your stress, you won’t be able to lose stubborn belly fat until do a reset or detox to help release those toxins.

 What kind of results should I expect?

 My detox clients tell me that the best thing about this program is that they never realized how bad they were feeling until they started feeling better than before. Many of them share that they wake up with more energy, their skin clears up, & they feel awesome in their clothes.

 Isn’t it time to try something different?

 The 5-Day Winter Detox starts on Jan 12.

 You’ll get detox materials, recipes, handouts, an online virtual community, plus tons of lovin’ support from me for just $97

Early bird special! This program is just $77 when you sign up by Jan 9, 2006.

  Sign Up Now

 Have questions? Great. I’d love to help you figure out if this is the right program for you. Send me an email at thrive@holisticwellnesswithmena.com and I’ll get back to you ASAP.

 Lots of love and healthy eating,

 Mena

 

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Holiday Chocolate Treats on National Hot Chocolate Day
Dec
13
4:30 PM16:30

Holiday Chocolate Treats on National Hot Chocolate Day

Learn dipping & layering techniques, how to make 3 projects, & a "non-technical" tempering method in this workshop.

We will also make a DF, GF hot chocolate beverage.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste the gluten, dairy, soy & corn free goodies, learn basic chocolate techniques & receive an eBook with the recipes. 

Bonus content relating to the history of chocolate, confections & the environment :)

Registration is is appropriate for kids who are comfortable in the kitchen.

Workshop Outline

TechniqueProjectAllergen warningdippingFerrer Rocherhazelnuts & sunflower butter, honeydippingCookie Dough Trufflealmonds, coconut oil, honeylayeringPeppermint Barkcoconut oil

eBook recipes include:

  • Ferrer Rocher

  • Cookie Dough Truffles (cinnamon, spearmint, Pumpkin spice options) 

  • Peppermint Bark

Register here. Fee $55

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Laughter Yoga (Copy) (Copy)
Dec
13
3:00 PM15:00

Laughter Yoga (Copy) (Copy)

Laughter Yoga (LY) is the concept where anyone can laugh for no reason without relying on humor, jokes or comedy.

  • We initiate laughter as an exercise in a group with eye contact & childlike playfulness, it soon turns into real & contagious laughter.

  • LY combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing bringing more oxygen to the body & the brain making one feel more energetic & healthier.

  • The concept of LY is based on a scientific fact that the body cannot differentiate between fake & real laughter if done with willingness. One gets the same health benefits, whether laughter is real or simulated.

3  reasons why to participate in LY for maximum health benefits:

1. To get scientifically proven health benefits of laughter, we need to laugh continuously for at least for 10 - 15 minutes. In LY, we can prolong our laughter as long as we want bringing measurable physiological changes like oxygen levels in the blood, muscle relaxation, blood circulation & release of certain hormones in the body.

2. To reap the health benefits of laughter, it has to be loud & deep, coming from the diaphragm-a belly laugh. It might not be socially acceptable to laugh loudly, but a LY class provides a safe environment where one can laugh loudly & heartily without any social implication.

3. Natural laughter in general depends upon many reasons & conditions, but there are not many reasons which make us laugh. In LY we do not leave laughter to chance but do it intentionally. 

5 Benefits of LY

1 Elevates Mood - releases endorphins

2 Health Benefits - reduces stress & strengthens the immune system

3 Business Benefits - Our brain needs 25% more oxygen to function optimally. LY can increase oxygen to our body & brain helping improve energy, efficiency & performance

4 Social Connector - brings people together

5 Laughing through Challenges - LY teaches to unconditional laugh so it can happen even when times are hard; it provides strength in adversity, a coping mechanism to help people keep a positive mental attitude 

Register here. Fee $20

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Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA (Copy)
Dec
9
4:00 PM16:00

Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA (Copy)

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

  • to experience chocolate through the 5 senses

  • to deepen their knowledge of chocolate

  • to develop their tasting palate

  • to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients

  • to learn how to savor chocolate

  • to explore chocolate as a healthy food & to have fun in good company!

In this (up to 1.5 hr.) class, we will taste the base flavors for chocolate & up to 6 chocolate varieties.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:

  • cacao & chocolate for tasting

  • water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing

  • chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

  • Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.

  • Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for mature tweens & older. * * *

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Laughter Yoga (Copy)
Dec
9
3:00 PM15:00

Laughter Yoga (Copy)

Laughter Yoga (LY) is the concept where anyone can laugh for no reason without relying on humor, jokes or comedy.

  • We initiate laughter as an exercise in a group with eye contact & childlike playfulness, it soon turns into real & contagious laughter.

  • LY combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing bringing more oxygen to the body & the brain making one feel more energetic & healthier.

  • The concept of LY is based on a scientific fact that the body cannot differentiate between fake & real laughter if done with willingness. One gets the same health benefits, whether laughter is real or simulated.

3  reasons why to participate in LY for maximum health benefits:

1. To get scientifically proven health benefits of laughter, we need to laugh continuously for at least for 10 - 15 minutes. In LY, we can prolong our laughter as long as we want bringing measurable physiological changes like oxygen levels in the blood, muscle relaxation, blood circulation & release of certain hormones in the body.

2. To reap the health benefits of laughter, it has to be loud & deep, coming from the diaphragm-a belly laugh. It might not be socially acceptable to laugh loudly, but a LY class provides a safe environment where one can laugh loudly & heartily without any social implication.

3. Natural laughter in general depends upon many reasons & conditions, but there are not many reasons which make us laugh. In LY we do not leave laughter to chance but do it intentionally. 

5 Benefits of LY

1 Elevates Mood - releases endorphins

2 Health Benefits - reduces stress & strengthens the immune system

3 Business Benefits - Our brain needs 25% more oxygen to function optimally. LY can increase oxygen to our body & brain helping improve energy, efficiency & performance

4 Social Connector - brings people together

5 Laughing through Challenges - LY teaches to unconditional laugh so it can happen even when times are hard; it provides strength in adversity, a coping mechanism to help people keep a positive mental attitude 

Register here. Fee $20

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Winter Wellness
Dec
7
5:00 PM17:00

Winter Wellness

This Immune Support for the Cold & Flu Season class covers tips for supporting the immune system in general from a holistic perspective. 

The information shared can also be applied to the back-to-school season as well as times when someone will be exposed to high germ spaces such as during vacation travel.

Topics covered will include:

  • daily ways one can support the immune system & wellness that fit into your routine without breaking the bank

  • helping your family with simple tweaks for big impact 

  • recipes for herbal remedies that can be made with items found in your pantry delivered as an eBook

  • recipe demonstration & sample tasting

  • time for Q&A

The goal of this class is to empower you with tools so you can support your health & that of your family with food-like herbal remedies.

Recipes include:

  • Elderberry Syrup

  • Vitamin C Pastilles

  • Herbal Honey

  • Herbal Sprinkles (attendees will take some home)

* * * Materials kit add-on option $79. What you get:

  • Ingredients for 4 recipes of Elderberry Syrup ($65 retail value)

  • Ingredients for 4 recipes of Herbal Sprinkles ($75 retail value)

  • Rosehip powder for Vitamin C Pastilles ($32 retail value)

Register here. Free: $49

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Laughter Yoga
Dec
7
4:00 PM16:00

Laughter Yoga

Laughter Yoga (LY) is the concept where anyone can laugh for no reason without relying on humor, jokes or comedy.

  • We initiate laughter as an exercise in a group with eye contact & childlike playfulness, it soon turns into real & contagious laughter.

  • LY combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing bringing more oxygen to the body & the brain making one feel more energetic & healthier.

  • The concept of LY is based on a scientific fact that the body cannot differentiate between fake & real laughter if done with willingness. One gets the same health benefits, whether laughter is real or simulated.

3  reasons why to participate in LY for maximum health benefits:

1. To get scientifically proven health benefits of laughter, we need to laugh continuously for at least for 10 - 15 minutes. In LY, we can prolong our laughter as long as we want bringing measurable physiological changes like oxygen levels in the blood, muscle relaxation, blood circulation & release of certain hormones in the body.

2. To reap the health benefits of laughter, it has to be loud & deep, coming from the diaphragm-a belly laugh. It might not be socially acceptable to laugh loudly, but a LY class provides a safe environment where one can laugh loudly & heartily without any social implication.

3. Natural laughter in general depends upon many reasons & conditions, but there are not many reasons which make us laugh. In LY we do not leave laughter to chance but do it intentionally. 

5 Benefits of LY

1 Elevates Mood - releases endorphins

2 Health Benefits - reduces stress & strengthens the immune system

3 Business Benefits - Our brain needs 25% more oxygen to function optimally. LY can increase oxygen to our body & brain helping improve energy, efficiency & performance

4 Social Connector - brings people together

5 Laughing through Challenges - LY teaches to unconditional laugh so it can happen even when times are hard; it provides strength in adversity, a coping mechanism to help people keep a positive mental attitude 

Register here. Free: $20

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Holiday Chocolate Treats
Dec
7
2:15 PM14:15

Holiday Chocolate Treats

Learn dipping & layering techniques, how to make 3 projects, & a "non-technical" tempering method in this workshop.

We will also make a DF, GF hot chocolate beverage.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste the gluten, dairy, soy & corn free goodies, learn basic chocolate techniques & receive an eBook with the recipes. 

Bonus content relating to the history of chocolate, confections & the environment :)

Registration is is appropriate for kids who are comfortable in the kitchen.

Workshop Outline

TechniqueProjectAllergen warningdippingFerrer Rocherhazelnuts & sunflower butter, honeydippingCookie Dough Trufflealmonds, coconut oil, honeylayeringPeppermint Barkcoconut oil

eBook recipes include:

  • Ferrer Rocher

  • Cookie Dough Truffles (cinnamon, spearmint, Pumpkin spice options) 

  • Peppermint Bark

Register here. Fee $55

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Savoring Chocolate with the 5 Senses in Alameda, CA
Sep
27
5:30 PM17:30

Savoring Chocolate with the 5 Senses in Alameda, CA

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

- to experience chocolate through the 5 senses
- to deepen their knowledge of chocolate
- to develop their tasting palate
- to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients
- to learn how to savor chocolate
- to explore chocolate as a healthy food
& to have fun in good company!

The class will be up to 1 hour & there are 2 parts:

- Cacao components where we will taste the base flavors for chocolate.
- Chocolates where we will enjoy up to 5 varieties &
a surprise treat.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:
- cacao & chocolate for tasting
- water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing
- chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

- Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.
- Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here: https://l.bttr.to/5GqmD
Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for tweens & older. * * *

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Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA
Sep
20
4:00 PM16:00

Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

- to experience chocolate through the 5 senses
- to deepen their knowledge of chocolate
- to develop their tasting palate
- to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients
- to learn how to savor chocolate
- to explore chocolate as a healthy food
& to have fun in good company!

The class will be up to 1.5 hours & there are 2 parts:

- Cacao components where we will taste the base flavors for chocolate.
- Chocolates where we will enjoy up to 6 varieties.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:
- cacao & chocolate for tasting
- water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing
- chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

- Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.
- Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here: https://l.bttr.to/eJRB1
Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for mature tweens & older. * * *

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