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The Fresh Diet: Day 1

December 6, 2010 By Lena

It’s Day 1 of The Fresh Diet!

I’ve been bouncing off the walls for the last few days waiting for my first delivery. I had even worked myself up into a tizzy, worrying that they may forget me “en route” (much like I used to fret that Santa would pass up my chimney).

So this morning, I bounded downstairs with what can only be described as joyful anticipation, et VOILA! The Fresh Diet’s trademark cooler bag was waiting for me!

LOVE that today’s menu was peeking out of a side pocket; it reinforced the fact that I was receiving chef-prepared cuisine. The bag was hinged shut with plastic tie strap, giving me confidence that no prying fingers were able to get to my food before I did.

So what’s on today’s menu?

Breakfast: Portabella Mushroom, Shallot & Parmesan Cheese Egg Bake with Fresh Papaya
Lunch: Lemon Pepper Grilled Shrimp Salad with Tomato, Romaine Lettuce, Whole Wheat Croutons & Ranch Dressing
Dinner: Grilled Chicken Breast with Roasted Yellow Pepper & Shallot Sauce with Roasted Red Beets and Cilantro Roasted Yellow Tomato
Hors d’oeuvre: Cucumber & Green Papaya Slaw with Low Fat Yogurt
Dessert: Raspberry Vanilla Pudding

Diet food? I don’t think so. I wolfed down my breakfast before it occurred to me to take a photo, but I was more patient with my lunch. Now tell me, wouldn’t you love to have this delicious grilled shrimp salad prepared for you – with the right proportions of carbs, fat and protein? The thinking (and cooking) are done for you – all that’s left is to enjoy.

You won’t be able to see it from the photo, but trust me: they don’t skimp on portion size. The salad was comparable to a packaged salad you would find in your grocery store or cold counter.

And the taste? Well, let’s rewind to breakfast – I simply could not believe that such a light, airy egg bake could also be so dense and delicious. I was seriously FULL after eating, and remained pleasantly so for about two hours, which took me to lunch time. Now I probably don’t have to say it, but the grilled shrimp salad was DIVINE.

It’s just about time for my mid afternoon snack – or hors d’oeuvre if you will – and I’m still feeling wonderfully satiated and high on the fact that I’m eating FRESH food.

Now here’s the elephant in the room – the cost. The Fresh Diet is not inexpensive. The Premium Choice plan is $1,394.69 USD for 31 days, and the Chef’s Choice is slightly less at $1,084.69 USD. But, YOU decide what your time, grocery bills, nutrition and healthy eating habits are worth. If you grab takeout a lot, on average, you can spend approximately $20-$25 each day on food that does not guarantee proper portions, convenience, balanced vitamins and minerals, nutrition, or overall quality. The Fresh Diet provides you with all of those benefits at a comparable daily rate.

I’ll be back later this week to update you on my progress – if the other 30 days are anything like today, I’d say this is one diet everyone can stick with.

p.s. Blogging a FABULOUSLY FRESH giveaway later today!

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  1. Farah

    December 6, 2010 at 9:40 pm

    Looks So delish! drooling over here thanks!

  2. Robin Jackson

    December 6, 2010 at 10:12 pm

    Thanks for giving us an opportunity to share your experience. Your menu sounds wonderful and I know it tastes just as great! Enjoy!!

  3. Kat

    December 6, 2010 at 10:41 pm

    I am so glad that you enjoyed your meals today (well ok so we still need to know about dinner and dessert).I LOVE the lemon pepper grilled shrimp salad. If I had gotten food this week THAT would have been on my plate as well.It really does seem to get better and better each day (at least it does to me). I can't wait to see what you get for tomorrow and the next day …. it will be a wonderful month of posts.Congrats.

  4. The confessions of a blogaholic

    December 6, 2010 at 10:42 pm

    We didn't choose ANY of the same options today…lol

  5. Lena!

    December 6, 2010 at 11:18 pm

    @Farah – it is SO good, girl. @Robin – you're very welcome – and thank YOU for taking the time to stop by!@Kat – it's all so delicious, I had to pace myself while eating dinner! May I say, I LOVE your top 10 reasons for loving The Fresh Diet.@Confessions – ha ha ha! Opposites attract?

  6. Oody

    December 7, 2010 at 1:41 am

    Congratulations Lena on your first day! This diet looks delicious and it sounds just as good. I appreciate the background info. on the Fresh Diet and will look forward to your updates.

  7. Kat

    December 7, 2010 at 3:35 am

    Thanks Lena!I want to see your top 10 reasons you love The Fresh Diet after you finish your 31 days – I am just loving my little buddy (all the colors have been filled with wonderfulness)

  8. Bargainmoose

    December 9, 2010 at 4:22 pm

    The Fresh Diet looks LOVELY. I don't think I could go on that kind of thing though, because what would my partner eat while I am being fed all the lovely goodies! We'd probably both have to go on it, but it's too expensive for me.Anna

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