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October 21 Days of Clean Eating Challenge

September 27, 2018 by Ajima Jackson 85 Comments

Eat Clean for 21 Days and Lose to Win with our October DietBet Weight Loss Pool
October 1-21, 2018! #BWLWOCT

The end of the year is about 12 weeks away. That is plenty of time to make significant progress in 2018.

  • That could mean not being out of breath when you play outside with your kids.
  • That could mean keeping that promise you made earlier this year that you would lose the pounds and get healthy.
  • That could mean seeing an improvement in your blood pressure or blood sugar numbers.
  • That could mean feeling better than you have in years.

We know that 80% of the transformation equation is what we put in our mouths. This October, we are going to commit to Eating Clean and refining our eating habits for 21 days straight. (We’ve provided lots of resources below to help you.)

What is Clean Eating?

When you eat clean, you will be eating lots of unprocessed, whole foods that are prepared or cooked in ways that don’t add extra chemicals and toxins. We are talking about fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, lean meats, meat substitutes like tofu or jackfruit, healthy dairy and whole grains. You’ll be drinking lots of water, freshly brewed tea, and fresh juice.

You will avoid fried food, fast food, junk food, bleached white flour, artificial ingredients, soda, commercial juice and sugary drinks, processed sugar (white sugar, corn syrup), and foods with preservatives, toxins, dyes, saturated fat, and trans fat.

You will likely be cooking a lot of food at home, making green smoothies, eating salads, eating healthy snacks, and really realizing just how healthy you’ve really been eating.  It’s not about perfection…it’s about making healthy choices.

Ultimately, this is not just about weight loss. It’s about your long-term wellness goals and building a healthy lifestyle that you can maintain for the long haul. You may have a day or two where you don’t eat clean, and that’s ok. This challenge is about making progress… not eating some perfectly healthy diet. For 21 days, you are going to focus on health and wellness goals and take action by giving yourself the healthiest food possible.

How can you join the challenge?

Sign up by leaving a comment below. Let us know what your weight loss and wellness goals are for October. Tell us what you would like to achieve during the 21 day challenge.

This is a self-guided challenge. We will post daily check-in posts on our social media channels every evening for accountablity. Tips will be sent out via our email list as well, so if you aren’t signed up, join today.






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Medical Disclaimer: If there is any reason why you should not change your diet and how you normally eat due to an ailment, pregnancy, blood sugar issues, chronic illness, allergies or other medical issue, Do NOT participate in this challenge. If you have trouble digesting raw or cooked fruits and veggies, this may not be the challenge for you. Speak with your doctor before joining any weight loss challenge or before starting ANY eating plan/diet.


Getting Started/Resources

  • Clean Eating Guide E-bookNeed a guide to help you get started? – Looking for a clear, straightforward guide to help you navigate clean eating? Check out our ebook, Clean Eating for Wellness and Weight Loss. It includes recipes and meal ideas too. Get your copy today for just $7.99.

    This book covers:

    • Benefits of Eating Clean
    • What Foods are Clean?
    • How to Eat Clean
    • Importance of Hydration
    • Eating Clean on the Go and at Work
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Exercising While Eating Clean
    • Recipes
    • Quick Meal Planning Ideas

    … and MUCH MORE!

Buy Clean Eating Book(PDF File)Kindle book
  • Create a Weekly Grocery List based on your food preferences. – Not sure what to eat? Check out our Clean Eating Foods List. Whether you are vegan, going low carb, keto, paleo, vegetarian etc… you can eat more clean, whole foods.
  • Create a Clean Recipe Go-To List with 10 Breakfast options, 10 lunch options and 10 dinner options. This list can serve as your go to list of meal ideas for meal prep and meal planning. A great place to start looking for recipes is Pinterest. We’ve also compliled a list of recipes and resources for each week of the challenge.

    Recipes and Resources for Week 1

    Recipes and Resources for Week 2

    Recipes and Resources for Week 3

  • Check out these tips for eating clean on a budget.
  • Share your meal photos for Photo Accountability – Post photos of your cooking photos, meal photos, meal prep tips and recipe links on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter with the hashtag #BWLWOCT
  • Don’t forget to exercise. Exercise and clean eating is a powerful combination. Work at your own pace. Find a form of exercise that works best for your level of fitness and your lifestyle.

Join our October DietBet Weight Loss Pool!

Photo Weigh-in: October 6-8th | Bet: $35 – Lose 4% of your weight in 28 days and split the pot with other participants who’ve done the same. Get the full details today. Bonus Stakes Giveaway: One DietBet participant, chosen at random, will get 35 DietBet Credits.

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Goals for October!

  • Cook or prepare at least 1 meal at home each day. The goal is to cook more meals for yourself.  Feel free to prep and cook as many meals as you can, but 1 per day will be the minimum.
  • Eat 4-5 times per day – 3 meals and 2 healthy snacks is a great way to split your meals up. Don’t let more than 4 hours pass between meals (unless you are practicing intermittent fasting).
  • Stop eating at least 2 hours before bedtime.
  • No fast food, junk food or foods high in processed sugar.
  • If you have the time, look up the calorie, carb, fat and protein counts for what you eat before you eat it.
  • Be mindful of chemicals, preservatives, dyes and other additives in the foods you eat. Read nutrition labels and do your research online.
  • Avoid sugary drinks or soda. This includes artificial sugars in diet drinks/diet soda.
  • Eat ANY fresh fruits or veggies that you like (fresh or frozen). Eat all the veggies you want. Use fruit to combat fruit cravings. (Note: Limit your intake of dried fruit as they are often dried with sugar and sulfur).
  • Use Moderation and Portion Control. If you do indulge in processed food, fast food, junk food, etc… do it in moderation and eat reasonable portions.

Resources You Don’t Want to Miss

  • Clean Eating Magazine – A whole magazine dedicated to clean eating. Check out their free meal plans.
  • The Gracious Pantry – Tons of clean recipes and shopping lists. Check out their helpful shopping list.
  • Eating Well Magazine – Clean Eating Recipes
  • Buzz Feed – 34 Clean Eating Recipes You’ll Actually Want To Eat
  • Buzz Feed’s Week Clean Eating Challenge – Free Meal Plan and Recipes

TOP TIP for Success: Decide on a daily calorie goal and daily goals for carbs, fat and protein.

  • Protein has 4 calories per gram – .7 to 1 gram per pound of bodyweight
  • Carbohydrates have 4 calories per gram – .7 to .9 gram per pound of bodyweight
  • Fat has 9 calories per gram – .4 to .5 gram per pound of bodyweight
  • You can also break down your calories by percentage. For example, 30% carbs, 40% protein and 30% fats.

How do you decide on how much food to eat? Use an online weight loss calculator to help you decide on the numbers that work for you. Here are some helpful calculators: www.webmd.com, www.myfitnesspal.com or www.freedieting.com. Please keep in mind that you have to do your own research and work figure out what works for your needs. Someone with blood sugar issues is not going to eat a high carb diet. Someone with pancreas or gallbladder issues can’t just pick numbers without considering how much fat they will be eating. There is no “one size fits all” plan. Here is some additional guidance.

PS: This post includes Amazon affiliate links. We may receive compensation if you make a purchase. It’s just one of the ways we keep the lights on. 🙂

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  1. Angie says

    September 27, 2018 at 5:55 pm

    I’m in!

    Reply
    • Devi says

      September 27, 2018 at 7:25 pm

      I am in and ready this challenge is so needed.. Great way to start the fall season by reclaiming a healthy lifestyle by cleaning eating. My ultimate weight loss goal is 100lbs within a year. This challenge will be part of my first step.

      Reply
      • Tasha says

        September 29, 2018 at 5:59 pm

        Ready for the challenge

        Reply
      • Angie says

        October 1, 2018 at 10:01 pm

        I’m in I want to cut out junk food and stop overeating

        Reply
    • Debra Woods says

      September 29, 2018 at 12:02 am

      I’m in up for the challenge. My god is 8-10 PCs!!!

      Reply
    • Tonia Stubbs says

      October 1, 2018 at 6:06 am

      I am in. I need to lose some weight and feel healthier. It would be great to get rid of 20 pounds. This will be a good start for me.

      Reply
    • Priscilla says

      October 1, 2018 at 9:00 am

      I am in! I need to make some healthy changes over the next year and why wait until January 1st! 🙂

      Reply
    • N. Goldstock says

      October 1, 2018 at 1:04 pm

      I’m in! My wellness goal is to gain more energy and confidence. I’d like to lose 10 lbs this month.

      Reply
    • Nana says

      October 7, 2018 at 7:14 am

      I’m in. I have been trying since 9 months to get on a health routine and my job has gotten in the way. Newsflash, my job isn’t going snywhere so I need a better plan. I am willing to connect with a community that works on small goals to reach larger ones. 21-days no junk food , no fries. 40 pushups a day.

      Reply
    • Syreeta says

      October 8, 2018 at 7:52 pm

      I would love to really need help with this 20lbs!!!

      Reply
  2. Pamela says

    September 27, 2018 at 6:56 pm

    I’m in and my goal is to continue healthy eating and weight loss. My goal for October is to lose 8-10 pounds.

    Reply
  3. Tellesha brown says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:09 pm

    I’m in for the October 21 day challenge. My goal is to loss 7lbs and tone my legs and stomach

    Reply
  4. Leslie says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:16 pm

    I’m in!

    Reply
  5. Pamela says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    I am definitely in, my weight loss goal is to lose 44lbs. I have lost 60 so far and hope to reach my goal by the new year.

    Reply
  6. Goshay says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    I’m in! Looking to gain energy and jump start weight loss after significant weight gain due to thyroidectomy and medication.

    Reply
  7. Courtney says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:42 pm

    I love all your challenges. This one I am particularly interested because I am challenged when it comes to eating clean on a continuous basis. I can do it for a few days then I revert back to unhealthy habits. So ultimately I want to gain more control of my eating habits and some weight loss would be a bonus

    Reply
  8. Jeanita says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:48 pm

    I would like to do the challenge. I feel this would be a wonderful start to a healthier lifestyle

    Reply
  9. Brandi says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:00 pm

    I’m in. I’m ready for a positive change!

    Reply
  10. Robin says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:16 pm

    I am so ready!! Let’s do this!

    Reply
  11. Lynette Goode says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:24 pm

    Hello!! My name is Lynette and I’m 31 years old. I’ve never done a challenge like this before,so I’m looking forward to completing this journey and learning about myself in the process. I am definitely in!

    Reply
  12. Shayla Stevenson says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    I’m in ready for change

    Reply
  13. Lynette Goode says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:32 pm

    Hello, My name is Lynette. I’m 31 years old. I’ve never done a challenge before, but im excited to join. I’m definitely in

    Reply
  14. Tiana says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    I’m in my goal is to loss 10 lbs and tone up. I would also like to make better nutritional choices.

    Reply
  15. Cynthia Joyner says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:19 pm

    I am in for October

    Reply
  16. Sharon says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:35 pm

    I’m in for the 21 day clean eating challenge!! Can’t wait to get my focus back on track! Looking forward to dropping 8 lbs or more!

    Reply
  17. D’Amani says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:38 pm

    I’m ready! I need a challenge and a change.

    Reply
  18. D’Amani says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:39 pm

    I’m in! I need a challenge and a change

    Reply
  19. Tai says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:46 pm

    I’m in and need to loose about 30 pounds to start. My goal is tone and gain muscle. Start a healthy lifestyle.

    Reply
  20. Tai says

    September 27, 2018 at 9:54 pm

    I’m in

    Reply
  21. Janeka Fisher says

    September 27, 2018 at 10:11 pm

    I’m in. , By joining this challenge will help me to remain consistent and stay on track with my goals as I embark on this journey of a healthier life style.

    Reply
  22. Terhura says

    September 27, 2018 at 10:23 pm

    I’m in. My goal is to create healthy eating habits for my busy schedule.

    Reply
  23. Troi says

    September 27, 2018 at 11:01 pm

    Count me in.. time for a change!

    Reply
  24. Stacy says

    September 27, 2018 at 11:32 pm

    I’m ready

    Reply
  25. Praia says

    September 28, 2018 at 2:10 am

    Im 5’4 and 175 pounds, i would love to have 150 pounds, im working like crazy at the gym but need a diet, please

    Reply
  26. Kris says

    September 28, 2018 at 2:46 am

    I am in! I struggle with consistency and will power. I would love to lose 7 or more pounds by the end of October. I can’t seem to get away from 240 lbs. I know that my ultimate goal is 50 or more lbs with a mind shift to match my progress.

    Reply
  27. Amber says

    September 28, 2018 at 6:03 am

    I’m in. I would like to learn how to eat clean properly and meal prep being as though I work so much. I carry most of my weight in my belly and would love to lose about 30 pounds. I just happened to come across this challenge so I’m excited to join. Thank you in advance.

    Reply
  28. Nikkia says

    September 28, 2018 at 8:37 am

    I’m ready for this challenge. I want to learn to make better food choices and cut down my portion sizes. I have a long way to go, but this is a start. I’m motivated!

    Reply
  29. Elle says

    September 28, 2018 at 9:50 am

    I’m in and would be happy to lose let go 10 pounds to start but would be over the moon with 20. I’d like to get rid of knee pains and other aches and pains that I am sure are weight related.

    Reply
  30. Joy says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:39 am

    Let’s Go!!! 10 lbs in the month of October is my goal + toning my arms and stomach! Current weight is 217 lbs.

    Reply
  31. Ishawn Rhonda James says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:57 am

    This sounds like a great way to jumpstart my healthier lifestyle goals. Count me in

    Reply
  32. Val says

    September 28, 2018 at 11:49 pm

    10 lbs in October, Ultimate goal: 35 lbs.

    Reply
  33. Adrian says

    September 29, 2018 at 12:50 am

    I’m in! My goal is to lose 7lbs and lower my cholesterol.

    Reply
  34. Tiffany says

    September 29, 2018 at 8:04 am

    I’m going to the grocery store today to prepare for this!

    Reply
  35. Gwen smith says

    September 29, 2018 at 10:05 am

    I’m in

    Reply
  36. Michelle says

    September 29, 2018 at 12:45 pm

    I’m in. Long term goal 40 pounds. I would like to lose 10 to 15 in October

    Reply
  37. Cynthia says

    September 29, 2018 at 1:20 pm

    Yes Yes Yes! I’m I !

    Reply
  38. Veronica E Broyles says

    September 29, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    I’m in I want to set a goal of 20lbs and 4 workouts weekly

    Reply
  39. Summer says

    September 29, 2018 at 2:07 pm

    I’m in! I would love to lose 30 pounds by the end of the year. My eating habits are my issue.

    Reply
  40. Summer says

    September 29, 2018 at 2:12 pm

    I’m in! I want to lose 30pounds by the end of the year. My eating habits are my issue.

    Reply
  41. Sally says

    September 29, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    I’m in ! Can’t wait yo get started.

    Reply
  42. Shanikqua says

    September 29, 2018 at 2:47 pm

    I’m ready for this challenge my goal it to lose 10 lbs and to feel healthier

    Reply
  43. Jamika says

    September 29, 2018 at 3:13 pm

    I’m in..I’m ready to stop the yoyo dieting and really lose the weight to live a healthier life and no longer see doctors as much as I do.

    Reply
  44. Dedra says

    September 29, 2018 at 9:13 pm

    I’m excited about starting the challenge and excited about incorporating clean eating and more healthy living in my life. Looking forward to shedding a few pounds while learning to be eat better.

    Reply
  45. Tasha says

    September 29, 2018 at 11:00 pm

    I’m in!!! Great timing

    Reply
  46. Boitumelo says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:45 am

    I’m in
    I want to be a healthier version of me. After battling depression in ready for this battle.

    Reply
  47. Latasha says

    September 30, 2018 at 6:20 am

    I’m in. My goal is to loose 8-10 lbs by the end of October.

    Reply
  48. Tish says

    September 30, 2018 at 8:34 am

    I’m in! My goal is to complete this challenge. I’d like to see what happens if I just stick with it.

    Reply
  49. Latoya Hodge says

    September 30, 2018 at 12:47 pm

    My goal is to have more energy
    Achieve a more healthy eating lifestyle and shed some pounds.

    Reply
  50. Synea Williams says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:04 pm

    I’m definitely in!

    Reply
  51. Vickkii says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:12 pm

    I’m interested!

    Reply
  52. Dena says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    I’m in! Excited and ready for a change. Hopeful this community will help me stay focused. Good luck ladies!

    Reply
  53. Amanda lindo says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:22 pm

    Yes! Im ready for change😊 i need to take better care of myself. I love to snack on chips and saltly crunchy items, i just started taking medication for hypertension😑 So this is good for me to make some positive changes

    Reply
  54. Cyrena Dussard says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    Joining this challenge to develop healthy eating habits, and lose 20lbs. I need accountability and stop chasing the quick fixes.

    Reply
  55. Donna says

    September 30, 2018 at 2:52 pm

    Ready!!!

    Reply
  56. Gillie says

    September 30, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    I’m in! I want to remain consistent.

    Reply
  57. Lori Evans says

    September 30, 2018 at 5:50 pm

    Happy Sunday! I’m IN 🙋🏽‍♀️! I’m motivated now more than ever to get rid of this extra person I’ve been carrying around & begin working toward a healthier new ME! Anyone want to connect on FitBit?

    Reply
  58. Keya says

    September 30, 2018 at 8:28 pm

    I am in!!! I just want to be healthy!!! If I lose weight in the process, I will be thankful!!!

    Reply
  59. Jewel Reddick says

    September 30, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    I’m in for this challenge. I’m committed to eating clean and renewing my energy. This is a lifetime commitment.

    Reply
  60. Cerelia Bizzell says

    September 30, 2018 at 10:51 pm

    I’m definitely in!! I would love to lose 25 lbs. by the end of December!! Let’s get it!!

    Reply
  61. Ayesha says

    September 30, 2018 at 11:52 pm

    Im all for it…. During this time I would like to lose atleast 5lbs and pick up some new healthy eating habits, while learning to become more consistent.

    Reply
  62. Matumelo Monametsi says

    October 1, 2018 at 2:04 am

    Im in. Im currently waering size 38 jeans, i want to wear size 32 jeans by next year October

    Reply
  63. Robin says

    October 1, 2018 at 5:39 am

    I’m in. Ready to change the way I eat and lose weight.

    Reply
  64. Dheila says

    October 1, 2018 at 6:24 am

    I am in would to do the Challenge trying to not only lose weight but incorporate eating healthy daily

    Reply
  65. Kim says

    October 1, 2018 at 7:19 am

    I’m in! Good luck to everyone. I hope this is the start toward healthy eating for me!

    Reply
  66. Audrey Smalls says

    October 1, 2018 at 8:07 am

    I am in desperate need to lose weight so I can feel like a person again

    Reply
  67. Annette Bartley says

    October 1, 2018 at 8:28 am

    I am in

    Reply
  68. Tish Morgan says

    October 1, 2018 at 8:35 am

    I am excited to join the challenge.

    Reply
  69. Katherine says

    October 1, 2018 at 8:37 am

    I’m ready for the challenge. A jump start to a healthy lifestyle change before 2019.

    Reply
  70. Ko says

    October 1, 2018 at 9:45 am

    In

    Reply
  71. Beverly says

    October 1, 2018 at 10:28 am

    I’m in I really need to lose 75 lbs

    Reply
  72. Mechelle says

    October 1, 2018 at 1:45 pm

    I am participating in the October challenge to get back on track and recommit myself losing weight.

    Reply
  73. Summer says

    October 1, 2018 at 2:44 pm

    I’m in. My goal is to lose 10lbs for the month of October.

    Reply
  74. Natasha says

    October 1, 2018 at 3:54 pm

    I will like to Lose about 40 pounds and I would like to join the challenge

    Reply
  75. Knotashia says

    October 1, 2018 at 10:51 pm

    I’m in I need to get back on track.

    Reply
  76. Syreeta says

    October 8, 2018 at 7:57 pm

    I’m in can’t wait need the extra motivation!

    Reply

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