Eat Clean for 21 Days and Lose to Win with our Nov DietBet Weight Loss Pool – There are about 10 weeks left before 2016, and we are going to make sure that we get our eating habits together before year end. This November, we are going to commit to clean eating and refining our eating habits. We will not be sidetracked by holiday eating.
Will we have some holiday treats and indulge with moderation in fatty, sugary or savory delicious foods before the end of the year? Sure, that is likely to happen. However, we are going to counter those cheat meals with lots of clean eating and focus on learning what calorie and nutrient goals work for us.
What we eat is 70 to 80% of the equation, but ultimately it’s not just about weight loss or building muscle. It’s about our long term wellness goals and building a healthy lifestyle that we can maintain for the long haul. Give clean eating a try for just 21 days starting on Nov 7th! #BWLWNov
- Updated 11/9 – Resources and Recipes for Week 1
- Updated 11/17 – Resources and Recipes for Week 2
- Updated 11/24 – Resources and Recipes for Week 3
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How do you join the challenge? Sign up by leaving a comment below. Let us know what your weight loss and wellness goals are for November. Details below on how to sign up for the month’s DietBet.
Goals for November!
- 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 snacks is a great way to split your meals up. Don’t let more than 3 hours pass between meals. Eat every 2-3 hours if you can.
- Stop eating at least 2 hours before bedtime.
- No fast food, junk food or foods high in processed sugar.
- 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 labels and do your research.
- Avoid sugary drinks or soda. This includes artificial sugars in diet drinks, like Crystal Light and Diet Coke.
- Eat ANY fresh fruits or veggies that you like (fresh or frozen). Eat as much as you want. Use fruit to combat fruit cravings. (Note: Limit your intake of dried fruit as they are often dried with sugar and sulfur).
- Consider cutting back on carbs. Consider limiting your carbs to around 30% of your food intake or go low carb if that works for you.
- 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.
What is clean eating?
When you eat clean you will be eating 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, soy, whole grains, lots of water, healthy dairy and fresh juice. We 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 at 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.
Not sure what to eat? Have no fear! We’ve got a sample Clean Eating Foods List to guide you. Also, here are some tips to help you eat clean on a budget.
Photo Accountability – Post photos of your meals, meal prep photos, workout photos and inspirational quotes on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter with the hashtag #BWLWNov
More Clean Eating Links – Clean Eating Magazine – The Gracious Pantry – Eating Well Magazine – Buzz Feed – 2 Week Clean Eating Challenge
TIP for Success: Decide on a daily calorie goal and daily goals for carbs, fat and protein. 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. I’ve also included some general guidelines below that you can use as a starting point. 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.
- 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.
Join our November DietBet Weight Loss Pool!
Lose 4% of your weight in 28 days and split the pot with other participants who’ve done the same. Bonus Stakes: We will give away three $30 Amazon gift cards to 3 DietBet participants chosen at random. Get the full details. Weigh-in Nov 6-8th – $30 Bet
What is a DietBet? – DietBet is the social dieting game that lets you win money while losing weight together. You’ve got 4 weeks to lose 4% of your starting weight. To begin, everyone puts money into the pot and each person weighs-in via photos that include a secret word that you don’t have access to until 48 hours before the start of the contest (this keeps people from submitting old or altered photos). After four weeks, whoever’s hit their 4% goal is a winner and splits the pot with the winners.
Terryca Taylor says
I’m excited
Nita Stith says
I am in. After losing 110 pounds, I went through a divorce a move a business loss and a loss of me. Now I’ve gained 55 of those pounds back and I’m back to eating more because I’m so disappointed in myself. I need this community!
Janet Ferek says
Hie Nita, i feel the same way my dear. But remember when you fall always get up no matter the disappointment. Now you know better my dear.
Jay says
Its not how many times you fall that’s important, but the many times you get up
Tracy says
I’m sorry for your setback. Hang in there and don’t give up.
Shonette says
Don’t be disappointed in yourself… Just keep trying and striving towards your goal… Life happens and now that you have recognized the gain you can get back on track… 👍👍👍 don’t give up
blessing paul says
So…you have faced some setbacks. You may have experienced some bitter failures. You may have more bills than you have money and you have been stressing out. STOP!
Embrace my words. If life knocks you down, try to land on your back. Because if you can look up…you can GET UP! ”Let your reasons to achieve your goals get you up”
You were born to win! Your circumstances, situation, or challenges do not define you. You have comeback power! I believe in you! Keep looking up!! You have something special. You have GREATNESS within you – Les Brown
Yolanda says
Les Brown your words really touched me as well. Thanks for the motivation!
Narurali says
Every successful business person will tell you of the failures that come before and the lessons learned to motivate them to be that eventual success.
Allow yourself to grieve over your losses, but, then allow yourself the dream to try again.
May you become your greatest cheerleader.
LaTonya McDaniel says
My birthday is in December, would love to see
20-40lbs lost by the end of the year
Javonda says
I would like to be signed up for the November Clean eating challenge! Thank you!
ayesha says
15 pound weight loss goal for November
ayesha says
Im in for the challenge!
15 pound weight loss goal for November
mignon mooring says
I’m all in. 3 dress sizes and toning is my goal
Remi Adetula says
I’m in! Will someone be sending me more info?
Ajima Jackson says
The details are all laid out on this page. We will be emailing additional info during the month.
Angela says
hey, My goal for the month of November is to cut back on carbs and to increase the meals I eat. I am terrible at eating breakfast, so y’all have to help a sistah! This should be a great support group. I am about 10 pounds short of my goal.
Ajima Jackson says
https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight
Ebonie says
I am in ready for healthy eating!!!
Z Bratton says
I would like to join the challenge!
Nicole Fisher says
Count me in. My goal is to learn how to make better food selections for me and my family, and start my Journey of losing 80lbs to live a healthier and better lifestyle.
Diana says
In for the chalkenge. November goal 15 lbs.
Stacey says
Looking to lose weight, tone & get healthy
realdiva1 says
Real diva want to lose 60lbs.
Ashley says
10-15 lbs and all around better eating habits!!
Felicidad says
I have a total of 40 pounds I’d like to lose. My November goal is lose to 15 pounds, and feel better across the board. I’ve recently lost 39 pounds and have hit a plateau. This will jump start the healthy living again!
Tiffany says
Ready to lose this gut!!!
Deitra Richardson says
My goals for the Eat Clean November Challenge are to loose at least 10 pounds in 28 days. Continue to gain strength in my legs and knee with water therapy. November will be the start to living the best life in 2016. Being stress free and pain free, its all about treating me with the best I can offer by eating clean which is me being healthy and happy and whole.
BJ says
I am in…..15 lbs.
Denise says
I would definitely love to join, and be more focused on eating healthy.
Ceecee says
Hoping to lose 15 lbs by the end of November through clean eating and daily exercise
Vickie says
I am, want to lose 50lbs and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Marvel Duncan says
I am up for the challenge, motivation is what I’m definitely lacking. Need to lose 50 lbs would love a jump start.
AMartin says
I’m in!! Working to lose 10-15 in November!
Nana says
I want to loose 15 pound in November.15 more before December 25. I need help.
Nicole says
I’m in. I’m in serious need of accountability!
Jamila Woods says
I’m in thank you
Davina Wright says
I’m in
Bernice Burton says
I’m in I will like to lose 4% of my body weight in the 4 weeks. In all I need to lose 75 lb.I’m now 265 and 5.10 I will like to be 170 for my health.
Ashley says
I ready for a new and healthy lifestyle!!
janet sparks says
I’m in….thankful for this group
Chervette says
My main problem is staying focused…what can I do to stay in track??please help
Ajima Jackson says
You have to analyze what is taking you off track? Is it cravings, stress, lack of an eating plan, eating on the go, food addiction… All of these have different answers, but there are answers.
Tonja says
I’m in!!!
Kathy says
I’m in! I need to loose 40lbs in total, but would like to set a goal of 10-12 lbs during this months challenge. Getting back to my consistent workout routine will be a great start along with eating clean of course! Can’t wait!!
Ngozi says
I’m interested
Kisha says
I’m ready to lose 10-15 pounds! I work long hours this time of year so I need all of the accountability that I can get!
Valerie Beck says
I’m looking forward to jump starting a clean, healthy eating lifestyle! We can do it!
Rosalind says
Aiming to lose 10-15lbs and finally flatten out my tummy!
JoNae Rhodes says
I’m up for the challenge I’m going to loose 15lbs this month in November #BWLWNOV
Saprina says
Let’s go!!
Sheneka Scales says
I’d like to try this!
Kimberly Adderley says
I can’t wait to get started
Ashlee says
To lose 15 lbs!! I’m in!
Natitia Malloy says
My weight loss goal is ten pounds, to eliminate all processed foods and consistently exercise again 3-4 times per week.
Erika says
Looking forward to starting my weight loss journey with this clean eating challenge.
zezee says
I am in my goal is to be one step closer to becoming a fitness competitor and healthy
Shalana says
I’m ready to change my health forever!
Sandra says
I’m in. I’m mostly just trying to eat healthier and lose weight.
Celestina Whittlesey says
Nothing white…bread, sugar, salt, etc. Incorporate fruits and vegetables daily in all of my meals.
Fabienne says
I work night shift hence my eating habbits are all over the place and this november Id like to take control of my weight before the holidays and maybe fit into a bikini without that excess belly.
Stephanie says
Hi fabienne I work night shift to let me know what works for you during the challenge.. Thanks
Ajima Jackson says
What is your current eating schedule, Fabienne?
Monique W. says
I would like to lose 10-15 pounds in November! I definitely want information to join DietBet!
Siobhan says
I work at a fast food restaurant and also a grocery store so its very hard to not to submit to the indulgence of the fatty foods and I’ve only been working at both for 4 months and I’ve already gained over 25 pounds!! So how can I get my self back motivated and eating more healthier while still remain with my jobs?
Ajima Jackson says
It’s going to be all about mindset, healthy choices and having specific goals when it comes to daily eating. Use the information above on calorie calculators and eating goals to help you determine how many calories and nutrients you’ll be eating each day. Even if you do eat food at your job, the goal is to find the healthiest options or bring food from home. Take a look at the nutrition info for the place you work and create a list of foods you can work into your healthy eating goals if you can’t bring in healthier food. Hopefully, you can consider brining in healthy food from home (fruit, veggies, lean meats)
Karen says
I’m in.8-19lbs is weight loss goal for Nov. really need to get away from refined sugar and monitor other refined carbs.
Tracye says
I’m in!I really want to focus on cutting my carbs. I hope to lose 18lbs this month! L want to lose 50lbs before trying to get pregnant.
LaKenya says
I am in and desire to workout 3 to 5 times a week and eat constantly.
kalisha says
I want to join. Want to lose 15 pounds before Jan 3
Roshana says
Definitely in…
Stephanie says
I’m in!!!
Peyton says
I am willing to give it a try.
Letonia says
I need this challenge. I’m in… today is the first day of the rest of your life.
Thandi says
I will join this challenge…i’d like to lose 3kgs
Annette says
Would love to make it through the holidays without gaining the extra pounds!
Ajima Jackson says
You can!
busisiwr says
I need this. im joining the challenge
boitumelo kethwafetse says
Hi my goal is to learn on healthy eating that will help me loose belly fats
Nonhlanhla nene says
Hi I would love to learn how to never give up on eating health and losing weight. My goal is to lose 30kg
Ajima Jackson says
Great! Follow the directions above to get started. To learn what works for you will take time and research, but this is a good place to start.
Karin says
I’m in. I am focused on losing 12lbs and increasing my workout.
nombulelo says
Im in
Vernille says
Im in! My goal for this month is to exercise 4-5 times a week and lose 10 pounds.
martha porter says
I’m in.
Tracy G says
My birthday is 11/29 and I would love to be under 200 lbs. This would be the best birthday gift I could give myself. I’m in!
Teair Purcell says
I’m in! I would like to lose 8-10lbs, make it through Thanksgiving without gaining weight and get back in the gym 4-5 times a week for the month of November.
Courtney says
I’m ready to eat more greens, and drink more water!
Gloria Snipes-Washington says
I want to get under 200 ibs Im almost there just have to work a little harder
Sharrell says
In January I turn 40. While I’d love to have 50lbs by then I’m willing to be realistic. I’d like to lose 15-20lbs.
Carbs, sugar and diet soda are my challenges 😉
On 11/1 I started no sugar… So far so good.
Ajima Jackson says
Good!
Shekia says
I am excited and ready to start this challenge. I look forward to celebrating all the amazing people who are completing this challenge! We can do it!!
Michelle says
I’d like to lose 10 lbs, so I’m in!
Winnie says
Looking forward to starting my weight loss journey with this clean eating challenge.
How do i join?
Ajima Jackson says
Hi Winnie, It’s a self guided challenge. You can also join us here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight
jamie r. says
I would like to be apart of November challenge. My goal is to lose 50-60 lbs.
Felicia Walker says
I would like to lose 50 pounds
myiesha says
I would LOVE to lose 45+ lbs…because I’m VERY unhappy with the fact that I can’t wear my clothes anymore….so I need motivation and inspiration. I’m ready
Gloria Arhin says
I want to have a flat tummy and loose weight
Takia M says
I am in. I need to challenge myself and be held accountable for my eating habits. I wanna feel like myself again
Yolanda Thomas says
I really need an accountability group. Just been under a lot of stress for several months. Although I exercise at least 3 days a weekthat’s not enough. My eating eating are in berween eating good things and bad things. Just tired of the struggles and want to be healthy. I need to lose about 80 lbs to be in a healthy range for my height and weight. Need all encouragement.
Ajima Jackson says
Here is the group we’ve set up for this challenge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight
Lucy G. says
Im in!! I want to exercise 3-5x a week and eat healthy. Goal of 10-15lbs by the end of the year…Lets do this!!
Elisa Golden says
Me too
Kia Jenkins says
I am in! My goal is to dropy last 25-30lbs by Feb. 1
Pam Mills says
I’m in………10-15 lbs.by December
Tara says
I’m in…my goal is 15 lbs in November!
Deschalon hinds says
I need to lost 20-25 pounds this month help
Dimakatso Mogale says
well i’m in, Let’s do this!
Lynnee says
Yes I’m in!
Pam says
I’m up for the challenge.
Alice says
I am in, my swim suit must fit me well in Dec vacation
Shonnia Spears says
I’m ready to kick this sugar addiction!
Matsidiso says
My name is Matsidiso I’m 20 years old I don’t know if it’s possible to lose my tummy last year I October I got an Ethiopic prengency for two months now I got an operation is the any possible I can lose my tummy I just join a gym and stared to eat clean but I need this answers
Ajima Jackson says
Hi Matsidiso, Only your doctor can answer this question. Going to the gym and eating clean can help people lose weight, but when it comes to medial issues, surgery, scar tissue, etc…a doctor would have to address that.
Lorna says
I’m in any loss gets me closer to my goal 10lns would be great
Quinn Jackson says
My goal is get on a healthy eating and exercise routine. Ultimately leading to losing 25 lbs by my birthday in May.
Tishawna Robinson says
I’m am trying to get motivated. My goal is to get to a healthier me! My next summer I would like to have an overall weight loss of 60lbs.
Janeen Jones says
Im in and I need all the motivation I can get to stick with this… I start things and dont finish them.. Im looking to lose 50lbs
Bryaniesha Hills says
I am 23, divorced and have gain weight due to different life events. I’m looking for a support group that’s on the same page as me and understands that everyone lose weight different and it’s okay to fall down as long as you get back up.
Ajima Jackson says
Everyone who has commented here has been sent and invite for this private support group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight/
Jo Oliver says
I want to join the November Challenge. Is there a private group page setup on FB, where we can post our meals and exercise daily? or just for encouragement.
Ajima Jackson says
There is. 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight/
Ajima Jackson says
Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenlosingweight/
Dominique says
I’m in!!!! I want to start an healthy habit of eating clean. I also want to lose about 3 dress sizes and begin an healthy lifestyle.
maggie says
am in
i want 2 lose weight
Rosie Harvey says
I’m in also, I want to lose about 10 pounds at least this month.
Tennille says
I’m in!
Candice says
I want to be healthier and lose 8 lbs this November.
Terah says
I’m in!! Need too loose 15-20 pounds this month to improve my health. Definitely need this lifestyle change.
Ann-marie Comrie says
I’m in,I would like to lose at lease 10 pounds this month. This lifestyle change will help in my weight loss Journey. Sugar in my coffee is my biggest obstacles.
nelly says
I need this group,i wanna build my confidence
Melissa says
i am in..need to lose 15lns in nov.my problem is meal planning.my bf does all the cooking so i just eat whatever he prepares and when he doesn’t fast food it is…but I’m taking control
Ajima Jackson says
🙂
Shelby says
In
Tonya says
I’m in
Shemeice says
I know I am a little late, but it betterbto start now than not at all. We all will have success with this!
Laurie says
I am in I would love to loose 15 pounds in the month of November xx. Not only loose the weight but change the way I look at food and eating.
pj says
I’m in! I’m committing to 15-20 lbs by the end of Nov
Bridget says
I’m in, I am committed to clean eating for November. I want to lose 10-15 pounds by the end of November.
Tanishia says
I am down for the challenge. My goal is 5 pounds for the month of November.
Wonders says
Yippie! I´m in!!
Ezealisiji Nkechi says
Am in want 2 loss 20pounds this november
Bernice Burton says
I’m 52 years old and have 7 grandchildren I will like to see grow up. I’m currently 265 lb 5.10 I will like to lose 4% of my fat in two weeks.so I’m in. I will try the bet diet everyone likes money.let’s start
Ajima Jackson says
🙂
Hilda Sithole says
I want to lose weight im weighing 103kg,im 34yrs
Melissa says
Im gonna try this. Count me in. Goal is 50 lbs by February bday.
Diane says
I’m in I want to loses 20lb in November
Vanessa says
I’m in! My goal is to loose 80, but I’ll go for at least 15 now in 21 days
Ajima Jackson says
Hi Vanessa, What is your current plan for weight loss? 15 pounds is a big goal.
Ann says
I’m in for 10!
Christine says
Am in let’s do this
CynthiaS says
I’m in! I was one of the winners in the last dietbet, so I’m ready for the journey continue!
Sanora says
I really wanna cut some pounds. Thats my December challenge. How do I join the program and how is the daily schedule
Kina says
I really need this support. I need to lose a total of 70 lbs but will set a goal of 10% first. I’m in and I know that I can finally reach my weight and health goals with support from all of you!!!
Reeda says
I’m definitely in. Need a lot of help losing weight after having my beautiful baby!
Tina Peters says
I’m ready to begin tired of being tired.
Tasha Alexander says
Count me in and I would like to lose 10-15 pounds
Brenda Kinloch says
Dang! I wanted to bet but didn’t see email in time! However I will try and eat clean everyday and get more exercise in!
Ajima Jackson says
You can still join today, Brenda. You will just have 27 days instead of 28. Blessings
Amy says
Hello everyone I’m new to the discussion. I’m excited to see everyone success!!! I lost 120 pounds two years ago I’ve maintained thus far. I never reached my personal goal. I would like to loose another 35 pounds. This time I will not listen to others when they say I’m too small or skinny. This is my journey and I’m not stopping until I reach my goal!!! I look forward to speaking with some of you. We got this ladies!!!
Deborah says
Good afternoon Ladies,
I’m joining the group/challenge as well, a little late, but better late than never, right?! I’ve recently purchased a treadmill and have been walking at least 3-4xs per week; however, I’m not as consistent with the walking as I would like to be. The clean eating aspect, at this time, doesn’t seem too bad; just a lot of prepping and home cooking, which I already do. I’m simply not consistent!! Lets do this!!! :-)))
Peggy Maybury says
OK so this will be good incentive to get me back on track. I’m in!!!!!
Felicia George says
im 232 pounds and im ready to be healthy for children sake
Ellesse Hightower says
Im in!!
Ellesse Hightower says
Ive struggled with my weight ever since I had my son 5yrs ago I am 200lb and would like to be 150-160
Laurel says
Started this past two weeks to really clean up my diet. This group will help me be accountable
faith says
I want to loss 50kg and maintain a healthy lifestyle for the rest of my life#team work
Barbara says
I’m in because I don’t like how I look or feel.
Senya says
I am 20 years and I weigh 108.8kg..I have tried soo many times to loose weight but I stop halfway…but reading the stories have motivated me and I have decided to just do it…Thank you all