Ahhh…day 1. Let’s get some things straight here. The reason I’m going on this fast is not to lose weight. I’m not overweight but could use to lose about 5-10 lbs. to be where I think I look the best. The main reason for this fast is to clean out my system.
Having done many different experiments with diets and eating lifestyles (Atkins, Body For Life, lacto-ovo vegetarian, vegan, all raw, even the Twinkie diet [maybe I'll post something about this one another time]), I’ve come to the conclusion that a healthy system – especially a healthy digestive system – is the key to true health.
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Not long ago – about a year or so – my digestive system was so bound up that I thought I caused myself to have diverticulitis. It was as if someone was stabbing me in the gut. I had these bumps along the left side of my stomach, where my descending colon is. Because of those bumps I thought it was the diverticulum that were inflamed. This was the worst pain I’ve ever experienced in my life. Now mind you, I’ve experienced some painful things like broken ribs from a car accident, multiple concussions from ice hockey and snowboarding, broken fingers and wrists, and dislocated joints. None of these came close.
Because of that experience, I’ve been very careful with the state of my digestive system. As soon as I begin to feel even a little bound up, I change my eating habits to feel clean again. I try to mostly eat fresh raw fruits, vegetables and nuts. Sometimes however I get in the habit of eating convenient processed foods which reek havoc on my digestive system. So it’s cleansing time again. Recently I’ve read Master Cleanser by Stanley Burroughs. This book details the Lemonade Fast. Having heard rave reviews about this fast from various forums and blogs I’ve decided to undertake my own 10-day fast and report the results.
The fast is pretty easy to follow, the recipe is as follows:
For at least 10 days, drink:
2 Tablespoons (1 fluid ounce) fresh-squeezed lemon or lime juice (approx. � lemon),
2 Tablespoons (1 fluid ounce) organic Grade B maple syrup,
1/10 Teaspoon or more cayenne pepper (hot red pepper), and
1 Cup (8 fluid ounces) purified or spring water, NOT fluoridated water.
Although weight loss will occur, the book states that it’s not a diet, but is primarily for the therapeutic benefit of removing toxins from one’s cells & vital organs – especially the digestive system.
Besides drinking the “lemonade” throughout the day, every evening one needs to drink an herbal laxative tea before going to bed to loosen up the fecal matter in the lining of the intestinal track. Upon waking, this matter needs to be flushed out with what Mr. Burroughs calls the “Salt-Water Flush”. This involves mixing two teaspoons of uniodized sea salt (it must be uniodized) with a quart of luke-warm water. According to him this mixture has the same “gravity” as one’s blood and cannot be absorbed by the body (so if you have high-blood pressure you supposedly do not need to worry about it as it will not have an effect). Instead it is flushed through the digestive system cleaning out the pathway to the toilet bowl as it flows along…interesting. The other option if one can’t handle the Salt-Water Flush (I guess it can be pretty unpleasant) is to take the herbal laxative tea morning and evening.
So today is Day 1 for me. I’ve already made a batch of the drink to take with me to work. It really does taste good, even better than regular lemonade. Plus, it has a little kick with the added cayenne pepper. I’ll begin the salt-water flush first thing tomorrow morning since I haven’t had the tea last night.
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Hi,
My husband and I have started the lemonade diet and because we are old and both in very poor health I thought it might benefit some to hear how it will go for us. I am 53 and my husband 51. He weighs 179 and is 6ft1″ He fell off a roof in the 80′s and has multiple problems from that fall. Both hips are bone on bone and he has herniated discs in his back. His shoulder is also affected and has limited mobility. He is in constant pain of varying degrees. He has had 2 heart attacks in the past 2 years and his own father died at age 49 from his 6th heart attack. He has developed sensitivities to certain foods that make his condition worse and increases the pain. He has extensive muscle wasting and his blood pressure last night was 215/120. He has fat around his belly and the rest of him looks very skinny. Don’t write me and tell me to get that poor man to a doctor cuz he won’t go anymore. We have no insurance and he is major needle phobic and surgery phobic. I am an RN and know all to well the dangers that he is in. I am 5ft.5 and weigh 166. I also have multiple health problems. I have rheumatoid arthritis and have recovered from skin cancer. (stay out of tanning booths, I didn’t) I have had fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome for more years than I can count and have multiple severe food allergies. I have never smoked but my mother did like a chimney and never opened a door or window throughout my childhood so my lungs are very compromised. I think many of my problems are from breast implants and while I have saline ones they are encased in silicone. (Don’t do that either) We are both intelligent and formerly ambitious type A people who are now broken and broke from the American lifestyle. It should be interesting how we do. If we survive, probably anyone could. One my first day I think my body was in an all out pout about the matter and sort of in shock and disbelief. It was sure that I would not last the day and of course suggesting things for when that moment took place. I was very afraid to start this because all efforts at dieting have left me starving and I am a sugaraholic/carbaholic. Let me add that we both have been juicing very regularly for over 2 years now and that is why we are probably still alive. But, we eat junk too and have never been able to wean ourselves from it altogether although we have done 100% better than before. Anyway, I was very surprised that I was not really hungry. Later in the day I snuck a few almonds but I think that was because I was afraid I was hungry rather than the real thing. I thought that maybe by eating these I would then get very hungry but I didn’t. My husband, the rock was faithful without cheating. I didn’t sleep very well but I don’t anyway without pills so that was nothing new. I was not hungry in the night like I am so many times and I did not wake up hungry. Neither of us did the flush, I am trying it this morning. So far so good.
Left by kaye mcdaniel on March 12th, 2007
Kaye,
Wow, that’s quite an extensive list. I’m very excited to hear how you two progress with the fast. With all those issues, I may suggest extending the cleanse beyond the 10-day point. Please stick with it, I think you’ll both be surprised!
Stay in touch,
- Erich
Left by Erich on March 12th, 2007
what does the cayenne pepper do?
can I eat something?
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The cayenne pepper aids in the cleansing process as well as raises the metabolic rate and no you can’t eat anything during the 10 days.
- Erich
Left by kenya on March 12th, 2007
Hi Erich,
The end of day 2. I made it through with just pangs of hunger now and then. The flush was interesting. : O In my first big swig of it, it came up and went into my wind pipe. Well, then of course it went all over my computer and everywhere else I could get it. BUT, undaunted I continued on and drank it all. It worked well. We were sort of afraid to give it to my husband today since his blood pressure was so very high but we intend to do it tomorrow. He had a bad episode in the afternoon of hypoglycemia and just had to eat something. (cheese sandwich) but when he recovered he went right back on the lemonade. I failed to mention earlier what a severe case of gout he has. His feet are so painful that he often cannot stand to wear shoes. At the end of today, he said his feet were better. He said that he did not have any energy at all (that was before the sandwich) but my energy level is good. I would of course feel better because I have so many food allergies that I am better off not eating. Thanks for your suggestion to keep on with this past the 10 days, obviously we are both tough cases. Your website and support is greatly appreciated. thanks again
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Kaye,
I’m so proud of you guys. Definitely keep it up and keep us posted!
- Erich
Left by Kaye on March 12th, 2007
On day one I didn’t really use the bathroom that much. I probably used it twice in regards to “flushing”. The two times really didn’t add up to that much. I experienced more urination than anything.
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I must say I am very impressed with the article and also the experiences you quoted on a day to day basis. Some questions that come to my mind:
1. Can you buy fresh lemon juice or you buy fresh lemons and refrigerate them (5 lemons a day is a LOT of lemons)
2. Can you freely drink plain water during the diet?
3. Can you consume nicotine products (gum etc) while on the diet
4. is it ok to exercise 30 mins or so (walking etc) while on the diet
I am 30 and about 20 lbs overweight. I am definitely going to try this out and thanks for the wonderful article.
Left by Desifitness on October 16th, 2009
Desi,
Hopefully this helps:
1. Always use fresh lemons and not lemon juice. Yes the lemons should be refrigerated.
2. Drink as much water as you like
3. If you CAN refrain, I would otherwise the gum would be a better option.
4. Exercise is fine. I had no issues with exercising (assuming it is already a regular part of your routine).
Left by Erich on October 16th, 2009
Some people find the cayenne pepper to be of some concern to people. If this is an issue for you, there are cayenne pepper capsules available to purchase at most health food stores. Also Grade B syrup is sometimes difficult to find, but try not to use regular or grade A syrup. Organic and Grade B ONLY!
check out some other helpful tips at http://www.mastercleansesystem.com
Left by casey on October 24th, 2009
Hey,
I’m on day 3 and haven’t yet had any herbal tea or tried the salt water flush. I’m worried I’m not loosing any weight so I think I will start.
Would it be ok if I started doing the flush at nighttime after I’ve drank the lemonade all day?
Also, can I drink a cup of black coffee in the morning?
Left by Mellie on November 18th, 2009
Mellie,
If you haven’t started with the salt-water flush or at least the herbal tea, you’ll need to definitely start. The cleanse is not effective without doing the purging. Early morning is the best time but if all you can do is the evening, then that should be fine.
I would stay away from the black coffee.
Left by Erich on November 19th, 2009
Good day Doctor,
In my part of the world, it’s a general assertion that Lime / Lemon has adverse effects on the male reproductive system. Kindly clarify if this diet process is prescribed for both men and women alike.
Left by Mex on November 23rd, 2009
I’m not a doctor, but I do not believe nor have I ever heard anything about lime or lemon having adverse effects on men’s reproductive systems.
Left by carol on December 4th, 2009
Hi. Excellent past Erich, thanks. I just wanted to throw my two cents in and reiterate what Erich has said regarding the ingredients and why it’s important to stick to them for a successful cleanse. To get down to the nitty gritty, here are a couple of ingredients and there nutritional virtues that seem to get quite a few of questions:
Grade B maple syrup
-Contains manganese, an antioxidant mineral which helps neutralize free-radicals. Just 2
teaspoons equals 22% of your daily value
– Provides energy with its high levels of B vitamins and amino acids (amino acids are the
building blocks of protein).
– It also contains zinc, which helps maintain a healthy immune system. Zinc is required by
hundreds of enzymes in your body for normal functioning.
Cayenne pepper
– As the best blood circulation stimulant known, capsaicin (its active ingredient) stops
platelets from clumping together and therefore allows blood to flow more easily.
– It soothes the digestive tract and stimulates the flow of stomach secretions and saliva.
– It is considered a thermogenic, which raises metabolism and aids in weight loss.
If anyone is interested, there’s a great Master Cleanse iphone app for a buck ninety-nine that’s pretty sweet. Have a look and good luck! http://itunes.apple.com/app/master-cleanse/id338342280?mt=8
Cheers and happy holidays!
Left by Noah on December 5th, 2009
Hi Noah,
You forgot one of the key ingredients in the lemonade diet… lemons!
Lemons are packed with Vitamin C – an energy booster and a very powerful vitamin, especially when it comes to increasing our immune system’s response. Lemons are used in naturopathy for dissolving kidney and gall bladder stones, washing out the bladder & colon, as well as ridding the body of calcium deposits.
Left by lemonade diet on December 11th, 2009
So you have to CUT out ALL FOOD for the ENTIRE 10days? Please let me know
Left by naya adams on January 7th, 2010
Yes, no food during the cleanse. Only the lemonade.
Left by Erich on January 7th, 2010
Its pretty impressive to see, you are still very quick and consistent in terms of adding your responses for any comments. Couple questions…
1. How often you do this fast/diet… or just the one time you did that 3 or so years before?
2. What kind of diet you follow in your day to day life? (don’t tell me ‘Atkins’, ‘South Beach’… like buzz words. I kinda expect your answer in the lines of ‘a bread slice with some milk for breakfast, salad for lunch…’)
3. You still maintain your weight in the desired range?
Athma.
Left by Athma Iyer on January 8th, 2010
Athma,
1. I do the cleanse about once per year (three times so far) and am due for a new one soon.
2. I don’t follow any particular diet other than watching the amount of calories I consume. I’m still pretty liberal in that I eat a wide range of foods (fatty and otherwise)
3. Because I’m so active physically (I work out 5-6 times a week and train in martial arts as well) I’m able to keep my weight fairly easily under control. This is probably why I’m not so intent on watching everything I eat.
Hope that helps!
- Erich
Left by Erich on January 9th, 2010
Hello All!
I am contemplating beginning this fast on today but I have a rather important question.
I would first like to state that I have never COMPLETED a cleanse/fast successfully and it may have been partially due to lack of an adequate support system. I find it rather encouraging to read the experiences (both pleasant and unpleasant) of people who have completed it successfully. Thank you all for sharing your experiences!
My question is concerning sleep and schedule. I am a full-time college student and I also work part-time, OVERNIGHT, 2 nights during the week. Because I am aware of the fact that sleep is extremely necessary for benefit both physically and mentally and that there are certain processes that occur in the body during sleep, I wanted to know if my working overnight and having inflexible sleep during those days would have a negative affect during the cleanse….or if it shouldn’t be a problem.
Thanks in advance for you responses!
~Marvin
Left by Marvin on January 17th, 2010
Marvin,
First of all let me note that I can’t provide medical advice as I’m not a doctor so take this advice at your own risk. From a health-perspective, I don’t think doing the cleanse will have any negative adverse effects since you’re still taking in a decent amount of calories — albeit a reduced amount. So if anything you may be a bit more tired and get stronger hunger pains especially during your night shifts than what is typical during the cleanse.
A normal sleep schedule would be ideal but I still think from a health and cleansing perspective you’d be ok.
Left by Erich on January 17th, 2010
A lot of the benefits of this come from all the unhealthy things that you are not eating. People who do a juice fast or a water fast, also benefit.
Left by Chuck on January 18th, 2010
hi, I am thinking about starting a diet, I have recently started exercising and am considering the soup diet during weekdays with regular healthy foods on weekends, but I am addicted to coke. All I drink all day every day is coke, I hate the taste of water, so I was considering using this as a substitute, since i do like lemon drink anyway! Is the lemonade suitable for this purpose? and since I would still be eating, should I do the flush aswell, or just the drink? Thanks
Left by kylie on January 25th, 2010
How is this diet more effective than any other colon cleaner? I’m interested in it strictly for the cleaning of my system. I dont have much body fat to lose, and i am worried about losing some muscle.
Left by JT on January 25th, 2010
JT,
I don’t have a lot of experience with other colon cleansers other than Psillium husks, but I did have better results with the lemonade diet for cleansing.
I like you was not doing it for the weight loss but only for the cleansing. While I did lose some weight, most of it was water weight and I did not have any adverse effects like muscle loss. If you’re only doing the cleanse for the 10 days, then I wouldn’t worry about muscular atrophy.
Left by Erich on January 26th, 2010
I read that you worked out quite a bit before the cleansing. did you feel that during the 1st couple of days (I read were your hardest) you were able to maintain your workouts? I to a lot of spin and cardio classes and it is hard for me to think that I could maintain the classes on just drinking liquid.
I really want to start this, and is 1/2 tempted to get up and run to the store to start tomorrow, but dont know if I have to dedication.
Left by amie on January 31st, 2010
Amie,
Even though the first few days were the hardest I was still able to maintain my workout schedule without issue. Either way, the first days will be difficult but just stick with it and you’ll be happy you did!
Left by Erich on February 2nd, 2010
Can I find that syrup in KOSOVO ( EUROPE ) ?
Can you tell me everything that I have to do till i start the diet,from the morning to evening. Please because there are some things that I don’t understant..
About the tea …and the salt water…
Tell me strict what I have to drink all the day from morning to evening…
Please !
Left by ellah on February 10th, 2010
Hi Ellah,
You can buy the syrup online along with the other ingredients in premade kit.. one site I’ve bought my diet supplies from is TheLemonadeSite.com. They also have instructions & resources on the website about the lemonade diet that will help you follow your cleanse as strictly as possible…
Left by lemonade diet on February 10th, 2010
Do I have to do salt water flushes? Are there any other options?
I heard u can eat fruit, is that true? Should I use 100% lemon juice? I really need help!
Left by Mark on February 11th, 2010
Thank you for post ,but they cannot send me to Kosovo by internet…I never could buy on internet anything :/ ! But can I not add the syrup at all,or replace it with something else ?? Thank you so so so much !
Left by ellah on February 11th, 2010
Ellah,
Molasses can also be used successfully.
- Erich
Left by Erich on February 11th, 2010
Mark,
You can replace the SWF with morning and evening laxative tea. Also, no food (fruit etc) can be eaten during the cleanse. Only the lemonade and the tea.
- Erich
Left by Erich on February 11th, 2010
Can I use honey ? Thank you ! !
Left by ellah on February 12th, 2010
Ellah,
Honey is not recommended so I wouldn’t use it.
- Erich
Left by Erich on February 12th, 2010
can i use any salt or is there a particular type?… & is it ok to do the fast while on your menstrual cycle?
Left by Jennifer on February 13th, 2010
Please tell me this is okay for me? I am 14 and I swim for about 3 hours every day (half in the morning and half in the afternoon.)
Left by Megan on February 26th, 2010
Megan,
The lemonade diet cleanse is fine for active people. However, you may notice a decrease in energy so if you’re training to compete I would wait till the off-season.
Left by Erich on February 27th, 2010
Hi Erich,
I found your site by searching for peeps with experiences with this cleansing program. I like it, a lot!! It’s great to read other’s experiences and gain knowledge, and mostly strength. I have done some sorts of cleansings before years and years ago. However, this will be my most intense and challenging one.
I decided to do it because I feel like my body needs some serious cleansing and I am also hoping for some kind of emotional/mental breakthrough…
I am not overweight at all. I think most people really do it in the hope for the fast weight loss. I am more into this for cleansing but I guess it won’t hurt if I shed some pounds.
Ok, so today is my first day. I woke up at 8 am so it’s been 6 hrs since I am awake. I am starving, I feel dizzy with some headaches. But I guess I’ll get over this part. I have been thinking about working out but I am afraid that I’ll fall off the treadmill. Hope not ☺
And I also think that I may have put a little too much cayenne into the mixture because it bothers my stomach a little. Or maybe I just have to get used to it?? What do you think?
I am going to start the tea tonight and will do the SWF tomorrow morning. Can’t wait for that experience…lol
I am just hoping that I’ll be strong enough and be able to go through with this journey to the End.
Wish me luck,
And I’ll be checking in later and tell all about my experience…
Good day!
Left by Agi on March 22nd, 2010
Hi there,
Yesterday went well… except for the cramps I had from the tea at nigh.Is that normal? And I have a question. One quart of that SWF??? Really, four cups? I could barley drink one cup of that…
Left by Agi on March 23rd, 2010
I know, it’s pretty awful. You need at least 3 quarts to fully flush it through the system so plug the nose and gulp it…
Left by Erich on March 23rd, 2010
I did this cleanse last year and it was great! The first couple days were difficult but after that it was fine. The thing I found was that I had gotten used to eating out of habbit, not out of hunger. I am not overweight and exercise at least an hour in the gym and then run 2 miles every evening. I feel like the cleanse really changed the way I approached food and what I ate, but lately I’ve fallen back into my old eating habits which is counterproductive with all the time I workout! I’m about to start this again and see if it will be as successful as it was the first time and maybe get me back on track. Wish me luck!!!
P.S. I cut out my time at the gym last time so we will try it with my regular workouts and see if I can maintain!
P.S.S. I read that you are able to drink all organic tea as well as water ( a nice substitute for those of us who are used to our regular cup of coffee in the mornings )
Left by Charla on March 29th, 2010
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Left by fresh squeezed lemonade on April 2nd, 2010
Today is my day 1. I had no idea that this lemonade will be so HOT ( spicy )??!!
Can I use less pepper or add more water to make it less hot?
Thank you for your advice!
Left by Alaska on April 12th, 2010
alaska,
Just be sure to add the pepper right before you drink (don’t let it sit) and it won’t be as hot.
Left by Erich on April 12th, 2010
I have been reading this blog a few times the last couple months and decided this past Sunday to take the leap! I did the tea Sunday night to start it and yesterday was my first full day. I actually like the taste of it, and didn’t feel hungry yesterday. I did my normal yoga routine and it didn’t bother me.
I woke up today and am already down 3.2 lbs from just yeterday!! I feel great and am not really that hungry, and the weight loss has me motivated to get through the next few days!!
Thank you for your inspiration! I’ll check back in, if I don’t pass out by Friday haha
Left by JerseyGirl on April 13th, 2010
Good job JerseyGirl. Keep us updated with your progress with the lemonade diet.
Left by Erich on April 13th, 2010
Day 3; feeling pretty good, starting to get the rumbling belly. People have commented that they see a change in my face already so that’s motivating! I’m down 4.4 total so far.
I do have a concern. I definitely have to pee way more than normal, but that’s it. I haven’t had a bowel movement since Monday afternoon. Is this ok??
Left by JerseyGirl on April 14th, 2010
JerseyGirl,
There are others that have not had a bowel movement for the first couple of days but you should be getting one soon. Are you doing the salt-water flush and taking the laxative tea at night? You should be getting a movement right after the flush.
Left by Erich on April 14th, 2010
Hello, Alaska here!
I have some updates…Today is day 5 ( morning ) So far I’ve lost 7 lbs. Day 3 and 4 were bad, I was hungry and cold all the time. Today I’m cold but not hungry. Since I had really hard time with that cayenne pepper I’ve switched to capsules. I take one 3-4 times a day. For me evenings are the worst. I’m with my family eating dinner which I cooked and I’m sipping on my lemonade.
I was wondering, some people say that the weight loss is just a water… how can we loose all the “water weight” if all we do all day is drink liquid?
Left by Alaska on April 16th, 2010
I heard a girlfriend say she lost a bunch of weight drinking lemonade only for 30 days. My first thought was that she was desperate for weightloss and had turned anorexic. But it hit me that if someone would be anorexic that lemonade would be their drink of choice, so that’s when I looked up the Lemonade Diet. I gotta admit, I’m a bit leary, but at the same time it makes a bit of sense as long as you aren’t relying on it strictly to lose weight. I’m 24 and have always been one extreme or the other. Either I’m constipated, or I’m experiencing IBS symptoms. In efforts of weight loss ( still have another 10 lbs to go) I’ve been so back and forth on my diet that it’s really taken a toll on my digestion and energy. I feel like most of my questions have been answered, but one thing I’d like to know is once the 10 days are up, how do you go about getting back on solid foods in such a way as to not throw your body off, and to not regain the weight? Will this help me to kick bad food habits like soda? Is it ok to take a multivitamin? Thank you!
Serenity
Left by Serenity on April 19th, 2010
Serenity,
Once the 10 days are up you’ll want to slowly get back to solid foods. Begin first with some orange juice and if it seems ok, try for some light chicken noodle soup or just chicken soup broth. Continue in this manner (not all at once) until you move to salads and then back to solids. This will give your body enough time to adjust to the change in diet.
As for helping you kick the addiction to the bad foods, yes that’s primarily the reason for this “diet”. In all reality, it is a cleanse. It is intended to cleanse your body of the toxins caused by years of eating bad foods. Once these toxins are flushed from the body, you in essence lose your addiction to the bad foods.
Be sure to have a plan ready, when coming off the diet. You’ll want to be sure you have in place the right kind of foods and have also cleansed your house of all the old unhealthy foods.
Left by Erich on April 20th, 2010
In regards to weight loss, is it just water weight that comes off? Will the pounds just come back once I start eating solid food again, either right away or eventually?
Left by Serenity on April 20th, 2010
I can’t find laxative tea ANYWHERE! Can I just use peppermint tea?
Left by Serenity on April 20th, 2010
So I have a question.. Would I be able to do the drink with grapefruit juice? Or would that change anything?
Left by Vanessa on April 22nd, 2010
I use limes instead of lemon and agave nectar instead of the maple syrup. I just switched to the agave yesterday. This has been working really well for me. I have lost 7 lbs in 5 days. I orginally started it as a weight loss program, however after reading all the benefits, I have continued as a cleanse. The salt water flush gets easier. I worked up to the full tablespoon of sea salt and as of yesterday I have no probem getting it all down.
Left by Debbie on April 22nd, 2010
I am starting the lemonade diet but I don’t know what to do first.You see I work mid-night to 8 so what is my morning and what is my night? And another thing do I do the salt water flush every morning? PLEASE HELP ME THANKS
Left by Anderson on May 6th, 2010
Anderson,
First off I would recommend drinking the lemonade during your work schedule (which would be your “day”) and before going to bed after your shift, drink the laxative tea (which would be your “night”).
The SWF is something you’ll want to do every morning (in your case at least an hour before you go to work).
Left by Erich on May 7th, 2010
I need to lose about 40 pounds but just can’t get started. I know what I should and shouldn’t eat. But have terrible cravings and/or just eat from boredom. I do exercise regularly. I was thinking of doing this to clean everything out and hopefully feel better to get started on a healthy eating plan afterwards. What do you think?
Left by dakotagirl on May 13th, 2010
I’m drinking fresh and warm lemonade of a half squeezed lemon and a glass of warm water and a tablespoon of flex seeds every morning on my empty stomach. Not that for a cleanse (that too), but to alkalize my body. Flex seed are great for colon cleanse.
Left by Anavar on May 14th, 2010
Hi,
im 17 years old and im a junior in high school. ive been overweight most of my life, and ive been wanting to try this diet for a while. my friends and me all want to go on a diet for memorial day weekend and ive chosen this one. but im afraid my family and friends will be worried if we are not eating for 10 days. what to do?
Left by sally on May 16th, 2010
ok so let me just get this straight bc i am starting tomorrow n with that being said we are only allowed to drink one glass a day correct with nothing else in our system for the remainder of the time just lemonade
how bout water through
Left by tweet on May 17th, 2010
can you eat the maple sryup seperately? i know that sounds gross but i dont like the taste of it together.
Left by dieter on May 25th, 2010
HELP!!!!!!!
i am starting the diet tomorrow. I have the book and have been reading information about the lemonade diet online. My question is this: Can you mix all the product into a jug? Will it stay fresh? Will the pepper make the lemonade to hot to drink?
I cant wait to start this cleansing process!
Left by Cali on May 31st, 2010
Cali,
You can absolutely mix everything in a jug (that’s how I do it). But don’t add the pepper in that jug (it will progressively get too hot). The better option is to bring the pepper with you as you go about the day and add it to the individual servings as you need (not to the jug).
Hope that helps!
- Erich
Left by Erich on June 1st, 2010
Hi! I am a medical marijuana user and I usually smoke at night time for good rest. I plan to start this cleanse as soon as humanly possible. I am more physically active than most, 22 years, in good health, and I am wondering if it is okay to smoke while doing this cleanse? It is at times hard to not smoke at night for me.
what do You think?
–Lisa
Left by lisa on June 21st, 2010
I am on day 4 of the cleanse and am hypoglycemic. I get very dizzy and faint when I don’t eat… I have actually been feeling pretty good on the cleanse and not too shaky.. However I felt like I was going to pass out at one time so I ate some organically grown grapes, and then the second time I ate a few bites of an apple. Is this okay? Is this destroying all of my hard work? Is there anything else I can do to get my blood sugar up during this?
Left by Kelsi on August 10th, 2010
Kelsi,
I would be very careful on this diet if you’ve got a medical issue. If you haven’t yet it’s best to speak with your doctor as I cannot give any advice relating to medical issues. But to answer your question, I think it’s fine that you ate a bit and it won’t hurt the cleansing process.
Left by Erich on August 11th, 2010
Thanks for the effort you took to expand upon this topic so thoroughly. I look forward to future post.
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Left by Degrees in holistic nutrition on August 21st, 2010
How important is the salt water flush? I tried this cleanse a few years ago for 10 days (I actually enjoyed it.) But … there was NO WAY I could get down that salt water solution! I gagged and threw up. I tried it once and once only. UGH!
I thought I read that I caould use the laxative tea both morning and night instead of the salt water. Any one had experience with that?
Also – I would not be able to do the tea first thing in the morning when I get up (5:15am). I would have to wait until I arrived at work (7am). If I did it at home in the morning, I just know I would end up having to “go” right when I’m stuck on my commute. At least if it happens here at work I just have to run down the hall. Quickly, of course!
Thanks!
-Chris
Left by Chris on August 23rd, 2010
I started the lemonade diet today. I did the salt water flush this morning, but I forgot to drink the tea last night. Is that ok? Can I just keep going and start drinking the tea tonight?
Left by Leigh on August 29th, 2010
good
Left by mani on August 29th, 2010
That’s fine Leigh. Just keep going, it won’t set you back
Left by Erich on August 30th, 2010
Hi starting this soon and was wondering if I could take laxative pill instead of tea at night? Thanks
Left by kyle on September 1st, 2010
Kyle,
It’s recommended not to use a pill since the body can become dependent upon it (whereas the tea is more mild). A big part of this cleanse is to restore the bodies digestive process to be healthy again. Using the laxative pill will counteract this process.
Left by Erich on September 1st, 2010
hi every one,
Today is day 2 of my cleanse and i am doing well so far, i do get hungry every now and then but im coping, my problem is i cant stand the swf, it makes me retch lol so im using the laxative tea in the morning as well which seems to be doing its job, i also dont really like the taste of the lemonade but you all seem to like it, maybe its just me?
I just wanted to say well done to you all on here for sticking to it and finishing and if like me you havnt finished yet, keep going…… WE CAN DO IT!!
Left by sarah-jane on September 13th, 2010
I take medicine, morning and night, that must be taken with food. Can I eat a grapefruit in the morning and broccoli in the evening for 10 days? Or should I just try something different?
Left by Shauna on September 24th, 2010
Shauna, if you have certain dietary restrictions but still want to do the Lemonade Diet, by all means be sure to follow them. If you have any other questions you’ll want to discuss them with your doctor.
Left by Erich on September 24th, 2010
I am not that fat actually. My problem is just I do eat much rice 3 times a day, that made my belly became bigger. Would lemonade diet be enough for me?
Left by Charlotte Thomas on October 5th, 2010
I started last night with the SWF….also took a laxative …. nothing. Got up this A.M. nothing. Mixed my Lemonade for the day in a jug after mixing the SWF. I am waiting for something to happen. Waiting and waiting. Just fill ooosy. I have to go to work this afternoon. I would like to start taking the lemonade; but I haven’t had a movement yet. ???? Does the SWF really work?
Left by Dee Hall on October 18th, 2010
yeah! The SWF works….It just takes longer than 20 minutes when I first started it. But I am entering day three and all is going well. The hardest thing is finding a super market that sells Grade B Maple Syrup. I have been using Grade A…..but I’ll keep looking. I have lost 4 pounds. I never get hunger and I sleep through the night much easier.
Left by Dee Hall on October 19th, 2010
This is day 3 for me. I did a few things wrong like drink it cold. Why can’t you drink it cold? Also, I used iodized salt for the first 2 days and today i used the noniodized salt and finally had a good flush. Until today, I don’t feel like I’ve passed a lot of stool and I should. Only one pimple has broken out too. Surprisingly, I’m not hungry! Onn another site it states you can drink peppermint tea in the evening. Is that okay?
Left by Krissie on October 21st, 2010
Hello,
I think I understand everything correctly, but I *still* have a few questions:
1) How many times a day and how many fluid ounces at a time should I be drinking the Lemonade mixture? Is this a meal replacement (so like- three 8fl.oz glasses a day) or am I free to drink it whenever I feel hungry or thirsty?
2) Does the temperature of the Lemonade mixture matter? Will it be more or less effective if I drink it at room temperature, refrigerated or heated?
3) Am I allowed to take my daily Birth Control pill with this cleanse?
Thank you for your help!
Tammy
Left by TAMMY on October 21st, 2010
Well, I managed to go 10 days on this. It was difficult getting started, but I was determined. I did the SWF upon rising every single morning; and used all the ingreditents as exactly written. I am truly disapointed as eventhough I did my work-out routines every day with the exception of days 1 and 2 (I felt so awful!)……..I have lost zip. Litterly nothing. I have started breaking out with a rash on my calf and the back of my neck. And, my tounge is still white (eventhough I scrape it with a metal scrapper as my dentist directed). DISAPOINTED!!! I worked so hard on this. Not cheating once. True, I was seldom hunger; but now I can’t wait to start eating again. I DO NOT recommend this for losing any weight. It may be a cleanse; but there wasn’t that much to clean out. I wish everyone well who try this, but I give it a big thumbs down. Sorry folks.
Left by Dee Hall on October 27th, 2010
Dee,
I’m sorry it didn’t work out for you. In actuality it sounds like your body is producing all the symptoms of cleansing (white tongue, rashes etc). In actuality, 10 days on this cleanse is actually the minimum. There are many people who are really toxic that have continued this for 3 weeks + with fantastic results. With that said, if you can, I would recommend staying on it a bit longer until your tongue is no longer white as it seems your body is still in the process of cleaning itself out.
Left by Erich on October 28th, 2010
hi Im starting my lem diet tomorrow but worried about Im taking my pills its just the yasmin28 that Im using shoud I stop using my pills or its ok while Im on cleansing please answer thanks
Left by pinochie on October 29th, 2010
Erich –
Thinking about starting this after getting my body used to liquid diet, (soups etc.)
Would like to know if the SWF + Tea as i dont like either is going to make a huge difference? I also would not like to “EMPTY the CLEANSE” at work. I just wouldnt be able to. Is there a way to restrict this just to the household?
Thanks!
Left by Notts_gyal on November 12th, 2010
Without the “expulsion” part, the cleanse is just not effective. I highly recommend the SWF since it responds quickly (typically in 20 min) and is over quickly in contrast to the tea which can take some time. This is my own personal experience though and may be different for you.
Left by Erich on November 12th, 2010
Hi Erich,
I begin the cleanse tomorrow morning and I am still curious if I can take my Birth Control pills during? Please let me know!
Thank you!
Tammy
Left by TAMMY on November 30th, 2010
I’m also curious about the birth conrol pills. Is it ok to do the cleanse while on your period? Also, will this cleanse my system of marijuana. I tried some at a party and want it out of my body.
Left by Lucy on November 30th, 2010
Hi Tammy and Lucy,
Yes, please continue taking any prescriptions. As for the marijuana, I’m not quite sure how long that will stay in the system but I would assume that the cleanse can help rid the body of it.
Good luck!
Left by Erich on December 1st, 2010
Thank you so much Erich! I super appreciate the quick & continued responses you give me and everyone else. It really helps answer those couple questions they don’t talk about in the Master Cleanse book (or at least from what I read!).
I’m on my first day (technically) though I prepped a couple days prior with water and raw fruits & veggies and I feel awesome. I really enjoy the flavor of the Lemonade mixture as well.
Thanks again for all your encouragement and for continuing to update for us
Tammy
Left by TAMMY on December 1st, 2010
Im on day 3. Day 1- I drank nothing but the lemonade,and had my green tea (lax.) at night, I did not have hunger p. Day 2- I did the SWF in the morning,drank lemonade and SWF at night, I started having hunger p.Day 3- Drank Tea in the morning,lemonade and did a SWF. I have the white tongue, hunger p, short stomach cramps and frequent bathroom visits. I have not lost weight, but I am sleeping better and my body doesnt have that weighed down feeling or fatigued. I even felt tempted to eat a piece of fish from my childs plate and felt grossed out. So I guess once your in your in….. I look forward to the end result.
I truly need to keep with drinking the lemonade more often, I realize it reduces hunger p. tremendously.I do well during the day ( drinking the lemonade that is) and slow down by night …almost to slow.
Left by Nala on December 16th, 2010
I have been on the master cleanse(lemon juice diet) for 3 days. I have not taken my BP pill. Should I?
Left by Abby on January 20th, 2011
Abby,
I would recommend talking to your doctor about that one.
Left by Erich on January 21st, 2011
Hi Erich,
I am confused- do I drink 8oz of the lemonade throughout the day, or multiple times throughout the day? Thanks
Left by Julia on January 29th, 2011
Julia,
I drink multiple 8oz glasses throughout the day. I typically make almost a gallon of the lemonade in one batch and sip it throughout the day.
Left by Erich on January 30th, 2011
Hey thank you so much for the information , I Have bought the ingredients today have a few Qs ,
I have 3 days off and so i want to start it , so i can ease in to it when i start work on day 4 as im aiming for 10day diet
Im about to have Periods , can i start my diet plus take Panadol/ibubrufen if i have to .
Can i use warm water ?
Can I make it in the morning and take it with me to work ,and drink it during day .
I can drink fresh ones in the morning & night .
Can i just drink green tea instead of tat herbal tea?
Please let me know
Thankyou
Left by Jenny on February 1st, 2011
Me and my boyfriend just wrapped up day one. Nothing has really happened so far. He feels fine but I have a slight headache. We are not hungry. The lemonade is not tasty at all and I was excited to drink the tea to get rid of the nasty lemonade taste. I have one episode is the restroom but nothing major. I was very excited to read that we can drink water. Is that true? and if so how mach as we drink? I will keep you posted on our day to day adventure!
Left by Diamond on February 15th, 2011
Good morning all,
I ahve been doing the diet now for 2 days and Im not realyl all that hungry. I didnt do the SWF the first day and I tried it this morning and it made me sick. I couldnt get more then 8oz down and that took me about 15 mins to do! I do drink the tea at night but I dont think that Im going to make it with the SWF. I know that ppl are saying that it gets easier… but when? lol…. can I just drink the tea??
Left by Teesh on February 22nd, 2011
Can you drink alcohol while on the diet? I realize this may be countereffective but my friend is having her birthday blowout during my 10 days and I was just wondering.
Left by Curious on February 24th, 2011
Is it that bad to used grade A organic? Because that’s all my local stores carry?
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Hey, I started the lemonade diet today but didn’t do the SWF could I do it later today? Also is it necessary to do the SWF everyday for the 10 days?
Left by Faiza on March 22nd, 2011
Faiza,
You can do the SWF later today without issue. To be a really effective cleanse, you should do the SWF everyday for the 10 days.
Left by Erich on March 22nd, 2011
Thank you for your time, I also wanted to know how many glasses of lemonade should be drunk a day? + whether the cleanse will lower high cholesterol?
Left by Faiza on March 22nd, 2011
I am starting the diet today. Could I just eat everything individual or do I have to mix everything together?
Left by Katherine on April 7th, 2011
I am breasfeeding. Can I do this diet ?.
I did this diet before and in seven days I lost 11 pounds.
This time my husband will join me to do this diet.
Need answer ASAP!!!!
Thanks ;P
Left by jasmin on April 12th, 2011
Jasmin,
It’s best to talk to your doctor about that one.
Left by Erich on April 12th, 2011
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Left by ambrodd on April 17th, 2011
i’m on day 3 have not done the swf dont know how tp do it can i use any salt coz i cant find the uniodized sea salt can i use any sea salt pls help
Left by sam on April 28th, 2011
Sam,
If you can’t find uniodized than use regular sea salt (I’ve done it with that and seemed to have good results).
Left by Erich on April 28th, 2011
thank u erich also how many cups of water do i need for the 2 level teaspoons of sea salt is it 4 cups. thank u x
Left by sam on April 29th, 2011
You’re welcome. Yes 4 cups.
Left by Erich on April 29th, 2011
i’m so sorry to be asking so many questions pls tell if this is rigth in the morning i have 4 cups of lukewarm sea salt water and then i drink 10 cups of the Lemonade mix and a cup of green tea before bed. i just want to get this right alos my friends want to start too.
thank you once again x
Left by sam on April 29th, 2011
Hi Sam,
Yes 4 cups of lukewarm sea salt water and at least 10 cups (I did 16 cups (a gallon)) of the lemonade mix.
As for the tea, you really want to use laxative tea before going to bed which well help loosen up impacted stool and with the SWF in the morning it will help clean it out.
Left by Erich on April 29th, 2011
Hi Erice
thank u for that i will start doing it that way from this morning day 5 so far so good
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Left by sam on April 30th, 2011
Hi erich,
i was just wondering if 100% Pure Organic Grade A Dark Amber mayple syrup was okay?
my grocery store didnt have grade B
Left by Emily on May 1st, 2011
Emily,
Yes if that’s all you have that is ok.
Left by Erich on May 3rd, 2011
sorry erich but i have one more question ..
I mix all of the ingredients together in a jug the night before and just refrigerate it, then i drink it throughout the next day. i read a comment saying not to refrigerate it? why not?
Left by Emily on May 3rd, 2011
Hi Emily,
No problem. The fresher the better however if you don’t have time in the morning just do it at night. It still will be effective. What I wouldn’t recommend doing though is mixing in the pepper in the beginning. It’s better to put in the recommended amount of pepper in each individual serving the moment before drinking it.
If you pre-mix the pepper the drink will get too hot (it will have time to activate in the liquid making it too spicy).
Left by Erich on May 4th, 2011
Yo,
I read in another of your posts how you felt as if your reflexes had improved. Last summer I did a 10 day vow of silence at a campsite in Volcano, Hawaii (I live in Hawaii) for the heck of it. Towards the end of my vow and about a week or two afterword I too had a similar experience. I think maybe it stems from focus of determination and an increased clarity of the mind. Has this happened to you on any of your following cleanses also?
I started the lemonade cleanse today and can’t wait to see the results.
Left by Michael on May 13th, 2011
I want to start the lemonade diet Monday and have all the ingredients to start but one thing is kind of bothering me about actually starting the cleanse..I have high blood pressure and am taking medications to regulate my pressure…was wondering if it is okay for me to do the diet while taking medication for the high blood pressure???
Left by Angela on May 20th, 2011
Hello I will be starting tomorrow. And was wondering if a person is over weight will this help? And if it is okay for one to stay on it more then 10 days? Like 20 and when you transition back to solids. Will your stomach hurt when u eat solid foods?? Please help Erich
Left by mari on May 22nd, 2011
Hello Erich,
A friend and I started this cleanse today. We had a few questions. Can you take vitamins on the cleanse?
Left by Carolyn on May 24th, 2011
Carolyn,
Yes, vitamins are fine to take. Good luck!
Left by Erich on May 26th, 2011
i can’t wait to finish this Master cleanse, Im on day 3 and I can tell Im loosing some pound , I just can’t take the SWF, any suggestions for me
Left by lamia on May 30th, 2011
Hi, there. Just wanted to make sure before I begin my cleanse tomorrow.. You said we can drink the tea as a substitute for the morning salt water, correct? And if we’re doing this for primarily weight-loss purposes, is there anything I should do differently?
Left by Michelle on June 4th, 2011
Hello there!
I Will be starting The Master Cleanse Tomorrow, and my goal is to lose weight, as well as getting rid of the Toxins in my body. one question. if i were to extend the process beyond the 10 days. how far along could i go??
Thank you.
Left by Enaj Lewinsky on June 4th, 2011
In addition to my question on June 4.. (You said we can drink the tea as a substitute for the morning salt water, correct? And if we’re doing this for primarily weight-loss purposes, is there anything I should do differently?) I figure my metabolism works pretty quickly considering I scarf down food and maintain my weight. So if I were to do the cleanse and start eating again after the 10 days, will my metabolism work at the same rate as it did beforehand or change and risk me gaining weight easier now that it has been exposed to just liquid for so long? .. Just personally, did you notice any change in your metabolism after the diet? Or find it easier to gain weight? Thanks so much!
Left by Michelle on June 5th, 2011
Michele,
Yes you can substitute the tea for the swf in the morning but be sure to also take it at night (the tea) as well. Keep in mind it will not be as effective of a cleanse without the swf but it will still be beneficial.
As for your metabolism, yes since you will be likely decreasing your caloric intake your metabolism will slow for a short time post-cleanse. However since it is only 10 days you need not worry that it is a permanent thing.
Good luck!
Left by Erich on June 5th, 2011
Enaj,
I’ve heard of people safely extending the cleanse to 28 days without issue. Since I’m not your doctor and don’t know your medical history I cannot give you any advice other than to ask him/her if an extended cleanse would be right for you.
Left by Erich on June 5th, 2011
Hey so I staterd the diet at about 12; 00 pm yesterday.starting out was ok I drank about 6 to 7 glasses. So I fell asleep and once I woke up I was really hungry to the point of my hands shaking and my legs were weak this occured at about 1:30 am. So not really sure what was wrong I went and had 2 hot dogs bare no bread or sauce added. Was this the wrong idea and can I just continue with the diet?
Left by Michelle m on June 9th, 2011
Myhusband and I are doing lemonade diet for 5 days now..We have been working very hard outdoor jobs during it, in 90 degree weather..We do not feel the hunger..
We do laxitive tea every evening, I wake up and have “the movement”…My husband has not had one for three days now, so he did salt flush in addition to laxitive tea…NOTHING HAPENED…We are waiting now for it …5 hours…Nothing…Should we be worried?
Also, during our intence work we sweat a lot…Is that the reason we do not go to the bathroom as much as normal?
Left by Olivia on June 10th, 2011
Hi there. I need to do something to reset my metabolism but I don’t know that I will have a full 10 days to get this done. If I were to do only 5 days, would that be at least somewhat beneficial or is it just better to wait until I have a full 10 days?
Left by mari on June 28th, 2011
Mari,
10 days is ideal if you can wait, otherwise 5 days is better than nothing.
Left by Erich on June 29th, 2011
Today is my first day on the lemonade diet/cleanse and it’s been ruff there is food all around me because I do not live alone and I am so hungry however after my first salt water flush I realized just how much I need this cleanse so I am determined to stick to it I use 2 be such an active person and now I don’t want 2 do anything I know it’s a result 2 my horrible eating habits I pray that this will give me the energy and fresh start I need 2 et back on track!
Left by Reese on July 6th, 2011
Hi,
Within the last 2 years I have gained over 40 pounds. I was just diagnosis with high blood pressure and my joints are beginning to bother me. After reading your journey through the master cleanse, I have decided to detox my body.
Day 1. Was a little hungry nothing I couldn’t handle. I did have a headache all day and night. I only had 1 bowel movement but urinated alot. Kept thinking about food all day, as if I had an obsession with food.
Day 2. Did the SWF and it was horrible. I had 1 bowel movement that was solid and then had 3 more that was all liquid. Is this normal? I have decided to have a laxative tea in the morning and evening. I struggled keeping the Salt Water down. Not really hungry but I still have a headache that feels like my head is going to split into two.
My family knows am doing a cleanse and they decided to cook my favorite today (stuff peppers). That is cruel but I will not give up. I really want to last the 10 days. When I feel like giving up I just look at my white tongue and realize I need this my body needs this. I will keep you posted.
Left by Nancy on July 22nd, 2011
Hey,
I’m doing this cleanse because of the promises of energies I’ve been reading. But I am nervous, people have been very modest and for the salt water flush we are talking full on diarrhea? Im confused help!
Also am I supposed to chug the SWF? Or can i have it over a period of time? 4 cups of slat water is alot!
Last I tend to get headaches often, can I use tyenol to help with the pain?
Left by Kate on July 23rd, 2011
i’m considering this diet. only need maybe 5 pounds to lose, but i really want this off! any suggestions about the diet!
Left by sydney on July 28th, 2011
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Hey Erich, I want to start the Master Clenser but i stay in India where Maple Syrup is not available & Sugar cane Juice is only available in Summer that is from April till June. N i didnt find laxative tea either. Can u tell me how to make Laxative tea at home n also if there is any substitute of maple syrup or sugar cane juice and can i use black salt for salt water flush..???
Left by Shree on August 1st, 2011
Ok so I started today. I’m a 23 year old female that’s 5’8″ and i weigh 206. I’m definitely overweight. I know this is a cleanse rather than a diet and I am doing this to start off my new healthy ligestyle…but beibg so overweight and havibg to go teb days without food, my question is will I lose more weight than the average person from this cleanse? Also im from a small town and I can’t find grade b maple syrup anywhere. Whats the difference in it anyway? Will the grade a not do the same thing as b?
Left by toni on August 5th, 2011
Toni,
Since you will be restricting your calories with the cleanse, as a result you will lose weight. The benefit however is that the cleanse will leave you with a feeling of well-being which will give you that push to eat healthier from that point on.
If all you have is grade A that is fine.
I’d love to hear how it’s going so be sure to check in.
Left by Erich on August 6th, 2011
Hi Erich,
hope your doing great
i would like to clarify few things below:
1) the lemonade recipe will be the replacement of every meal? or can i just drink as at when i want?
2) how much water should i drink in a day?
3) can i eat fruits?
thanks and looking forward
best regards,
Juliana
Left by juliana on August 16th, 2011
Juliana,
Sure no problem.
1. Yes, for a minimum of 10 days the lemonade will be all you consume (besides water during the day or an herbal laxative tea at night).
2. You can drink as much as you like. Since you will be quite hydrated with the lemonade, any extra water will only help with further flushing the system of toxins.
3. No, no foods should be consumed during the 10 days.
- Erich
Left by Erich on August 17th, 2011
Hello,
I came across your website looking for answers on the lemonade (master cleanse) diet. I am 45 years old, I weigh 225lbs. and am 5′ 3″. I recently have been having problems with my knees they are starting to hurt. I am sure it is because of the weight. I have not seen anything under 188lbs for many years. I am tired of looking at myself wanting to cry. I do not use the bathroom on a regular basis like I should and my belly is big. I also have been experiencing swollen hands and feet. The doctor does not have a clue why this is happening but automatically wants to give me water pills and then explain I will need potassium pills because the water pills are so strong I will lose potassium. Today, is Day 1 of the the cleanse and I am famished. My belly is growling. I know that I need to do this for health reasons. My weight is a problem. I just want to make sure that I am on the right track health wise.
Denise
Left by Denise on August 19th, 2011
Hi Denise,
My heart goes out to you.
Since I’m not a doctor, I cannot give you medical advice, I can only tell you what has helped me and others that I’ve seen. It sounds like you definitely need a cleanse since you are likely very toxic.
One thing that I recommend you watching that will surely give you some inspiration (it inspired me in many ways) is a documentary entitled, “Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead”. You can watch the trailer here: Trailer. I thought it was a wonderful film and it may be just what you need.
I think that the juice fast that the guy on the documentary did is more along the lines of what you need than the lemonade diet. While the lemonade diet is great, it sounds like you need a more long-term cleanse that provides more essential nutrients.
Hang in there Denise and don’t lose hope!
- Erich
Left by Erich on August 19th, 2011
hello erich… i can see you’v had loads of questions… iv started today, i took a salt water flush earlie this morning and made the drink up, iv had one cup… i can say it tastes fine accept i HATE the pepper in the drink, it seems the only thing im worried about… i’v heard you can take cayenne capsules instead with every drink… im hoping this will still have the same affect! also what does the salt water flush do? i would much prefer to do the tea but if its going to make wieght lose less effective then i would want to stick out the salt water… what are your thoughts on this?
Left by jessie on August 23rd, 2011
I have done the cleanse before with cayenne capsules, and I feel like my results were the same as when I used the powder.
Left by Lemonade Diet on August 23rd, 2011
Lemonade diet day 5: itz 1:30pm and hv not felt any crazy hunger pangs. Do I hv to workout to lose weight?cos I don’t know how dat will work as I feel very weak! My thought was to go back to d gym after cleansing but read someone’s comment saying she dint lose anythg wen she dint workout while on d diet! pls help! Thanks
Left by kaysol on August 26th, 2011
H there,
I must have missed the bit about SWF… what exactly is this and how to take it?
sorry for asking…
sarah
Left by sarah on September 12th, 2011
I’m on my second Cleanse this summer. I did my first cleanse at the end of July for 10 days, I lost 15 pounds. After the cleanse we had family visit and a number of BBQ’s. I’m on day 6 of the second cleanse. Currently attending the Yankee’s @ Mariners game and made the mistake of having some Garlic Fries. My gut is all Mucked up. DO NOT EAT ON THIS CLEANSE, YOU WILL PAY DEARLY!!
Erich, How often can a person do the cleanse. I’m planning on doing 15 days this time, taking a break and doing it again towards the beginning of November, ending 5 days before Thanksgiving. With the understanding that you are not a doctor, what are your thoughts.
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Hey! I am starting this detox tomorrow and really nervous. I’m fasting today to get my body prepared for everything and I’m already starving! My fiancés mother is a massage therapist who studied at Harvard Medical and had nothing but good to sayaniut this detox. She’s the one who told me to fast the day before as well. Anyways, I have had stomach pains for about eight years now and no doctor has ever been able to diagnose me with anything. I am constantly in pain and have irregular bowel movements. I am hoping that this detox will help and make me actually feel good for once! I will keep you updated and thank you so much for posting this blog!!
Belle
Left by Belle on September 22nd, 2011
Good luck Belle! I look forward to hearing about your progress.
Left by Erich on September 22nd, 2011
Night before (Fri):
Took my first cup of laxative “smooth move non-caffeinated” tea the night before as instructed. It was actually very yummy, just right amount of everything (I like my tea and coffee straight, no sugar, no milk). It’s been about 30 minutes, feel nothing…yet. I have been reading blogs and reviews a lot to, you know, get in a wright state of mind, get motivated, to feel that I am not alone and not crazy! Ha-ha. I am dreading this salt flush tomorrow morning. Besides the fact that I hate drinking water in the morning, I gotta to drink the whole 32 oz. of salt water. I mean, common! I will do my best, but can’t promise. I’ve read that some people did tea instead, so will see. I am also very concern over how much time it takes to “cleanse” in a morning after the salt flash. I am starting on Saturday (my day off) to try it out and see if I need to adjust my clock for weekday morning. However, I am not a morning person at ALL and the idea of me getting up earlier than I need, or than I already do (6 am), is just absolutely terrifying! I guess we will see tomorrow. What’s the point of getting yourself all worked up before I even try it, right? Right!
Good night
p.s. let’s hope this is going to be a painless one
Day #1 (afternoon):
So…last night nothing happened. What even worse is nothing happened this morning after SWF neither! I made my first cup of lemon mix and eh…not liking it! I can feel the pepper, and I know for sure I didn’t put too much. My husband, who decided to join me this morning, on other hand, actually liked the lemon mix. Not fair! Right? Why everything is so easy for men!!! So, I am still sipping my first cup, will see ..perhaps when the hunger hits me I would be happy to get even that mix, ha-ha.
Day #2:
The first day was ok, not as hard as I expected it to be. However, the worst part was headache. I swear I have never experienced such a pain! I fought it hard, took my laxative tea, and went to bed. I work up once during the night because of the headache. In the morning (day #2) did the salt flash (my husband added a drop of lemon juice to make it easier for me) – I drank It all within about 15 minutes period. The bowel movement came an hour later. It’s 5pm now and I already drank 4 cups. I will probably have two more before I have my tea. Tomorrow is Monday and I am a bit worried how I am going to manage it all a work…but, I really really want to do it!
Left by olga on September 25th, 2011
Hang in there Olga! The first few days are the worst but after that initial period you’ll begin to feel amazing.
Left by Erich on September 25th, 2011
I am about to start the cleanse. i wanna know, aside the herbal laxative tea, can just do the swf?
Left by kwaku on September 26th, 2011
Kwaku,
Do you mean only the SWF and tea and not the lemonade?
Left by Erich on September 26th, 2011
Well I am on day four of the cleanse but day five without solid food. I actually feel fine and have not had any hunger pains since the day I fasted. I enjoy the lemonade very much but have been drinking it in 16oz over 8oz glasses adding up to only 5 drinks a day over 10. I would assume there is no harm in that? The SWF is definitely the hardest thing ever. Drinkig that much water in general is difficult but also with all of that salt?! First time I drank it I literally threw up on y kitchen table (tmi, sorry!) but it was a bit easier today. My only issue I am having is how expensive this is! I spend about 40 a week on food for my fiancé as myself but this has me spending 15$ every two days which is a lot on top of food for my fiancé and gas and everyday expenses. The grade B maple syrup where I live costs nine dollars and only lasts me barely two days and the lemons cost me 5 for ten of them! It’s killing me! I might only go for two more days due to the money issue. I’m hoping I will still have a great turnout because I really do not want to stop. I will keep you updated though!
Belle
Left by Belle on September 26th, 2011
Erich,
i mean can i do the diet with only the lemonade and the swf? If i omit the tea, will the effect be the same?
Left by kwaku on September 27th, 2011
I don’t think the laxative tea is critical, if you’re good about performing the salt water flush. Besides, some people get bad stomach cramping when the tea is working. No such pain during the flush.
Today is Day 14. I started the week thinking this mental portion (not needing food, but wanting it) would be hardest, but I honestly feel like I have enough momentum to go a whole extra week.
I went to a wedding over the weekend. That was hard. We’ve got a birthday party this weekend. I had planned on starting to eat by then, but I feel so good, I’m gonna show up with my lemonade and my explanations (you all know how that goes) instead!
Left by Pops on September 28th, 2011
I had a chat with a doctor and he said pple with all forms of ulcer shuld stay away from from the lemonade diet. but i am so i am still gonna do it
Left by kwaku on September 28th, 2011
Hello,
I’m on day four of the cleanse. I’m feeling fine and not hungry. I have a hard time consuming more than four glasses of the lemonade each day. Is this okay or do I need to drink 8?
Also, the SWF. Sorry if this is gross but I really need some answers. I have been drinking the lax tea every night and doing the SWF every morning. I usually have a small episode of diarrhea in the morning before drinking the SWF, but after the SWF all that comes out pretty much is bright yellow water. Is this normal? Do I need to add more salt? I’m up to 3 teaspoons. Or maybe I could use 2 teabags of the lax tea at night. Please advise me here.
Thank you so much!!!
Left by Shelley on September 30th, 2011
Sorry one more question. I’m somewhat of an insomniac and usually don’t wake up till around noon so I haven’t been doing the SWF until around this time. I usually drink the lax tea around 11 pm. Do I need to do the SWF earlier in the morning for better results?
Left by Shelley on September 30th, 2011
Shelley,
That sounds completely normal (the color) and so I wouldn’t make any changes with regards to amount of salt.
Also, noon-time swf is fine if that’s around the time you wake up. It should fit YOUR schedule not necessarily any particular schedule.
Left by Erich on September 30th, 2011
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I am 17 years old, and want to lose weight. BADLY! If i was to start this lemon diet tomorrow motning and workout after school in the cardio room for an hour or 2, like usual, would i be successful in losing weight? Im 5’5 & 190/195 lbs, i want to be smaller so i fit in, like all like all of my friends. The average weight for my body type is 135/157 lbs or something like that, could i continue the lemon diet until i lose the desired weight? Ive tried not eating, i have not eated for 24 hours now, but im afraid im going to make myself sick. help me please!
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Left by lilmama on November 20th, 2011
Hi!!!
I’m on my way to get all ingredients at he store…
Still have a couple of ???
1) I’m taking daily vitamin C and B12. Should I still do that??
2) is 1 gallon of mix enough for a daily portion???
Left by Tanya on December 6th, 2011
Tanya,
Yes and yes on both of them
Left by Erich on December 6th, 2011
Your’e going very well job! keep it up
Left by Luke on December 22nd, 2011
I can’t do the SWF in the mornings as I am too worried about how it will affect the rest of my day. I would prefer to do it in the evening, and since it is supposed to be done on an “empty stomach,” how many hours from my last lemonade mix should I wait?
For example, if my last drink is at 700 PM, can I drink the SWF at 1100PM (or earlier?), then just go to bed hopefully by 1230AM?
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Hello there
I need some advice, can I use red pepper rather than cayenne pepper and I am 66 kilos with 1 meter and 61 centimeter height and I want to loose 10 kilos will this cleanese help me
THANK U FOR UR RESPONSE
Left by Beza on December 29th, 2011
I am going to start this diet tomorrow. I was wondering if I will lose weight ? And is it okay to drink water on this diet?
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Left by wohnungen augsburg on January 2nd, 2012
im willing to try this!! so my question is.do u make a gallon of this lemonade everyday? asap
Left by poca225 on January 3rd, 2012
I just started this lastnight. I had my tea in the evening and today I started off with the salt water and have drunk 3 glasses of the lemonade so far. I have another 3 glasses to go and the tea. I am having difficulty drinking the lemonade mixiture during the day while I am working. I often go without eating lunch and breakfast so I am in that routine and it is difficult to break. I have found myself drinking the solution after work hours but not sure if this will mess up the cleanse or not. I would not think so but just wondering. Thanks.
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Left by Ben Yoshiyama on January 4th, 2012
help!
im 14 and would like to slim down. im 5’2 117lbs. is this okay for me to do? im really excited to lose the weight fast. im kind of nervous about the bow movements considering im on the bus in the morning and at school. also, where can i get all the ingredients?
please and thank you!
Left by Sommer on January 11th, 2012
Hi! My hubby and I did the master cleanse a year ago, and he had successfully kept off the 20lbs he lost. I lost 15lbs but I have been gaining it back (I have already gained back half of it) so I started the cleanse again today. Anyway, this has encouraged my mom to do it too. Is it okay for her to do it though that she is 57years old and has high blood? What will be the most effective way for her to do it? Thanks so much and good luck to everyone who are on their journey to a healthier them!
Left by Mikee Reyes on January 17th, 2012
It is possible to do everything right but still gain. If this happens, a problem may be the reason. While a lot food and never enough physical exercise are usually at fault, common medical conditions and widely used prescriptions can greatly help to increase size.
Left by Omer Quader on January 20th, 2012
Hi All! I am on Day 10 of my 3rd Master Cleanse. Yesterday and today I have had a stomach ache, a feeling like something is blocking my esophagus just below my ribcage. It is a bit better today, maybe because I did an evening AND morning enema? Normally, I drink laxative tea in the afternoon in order to have a movement in the evening, and then either more tea before bed or just a morning enema. Any thoughts on the stomach pain?
Also, newbies, MC is NO FOOD — only the lemonade drink, all the water you want, and the laxative tea.
For those who can’t stand the cayenne, remember the longer the drink sits, the hotter the pepper. You might have the cayenne in a small amount of drink, and then finish the drink more slowly. And, the fresher the drink, the better. I make and drink my morning glass, then make 3 glasses for work. I put those 3 glasses in a large glass water bottle. I add the cayenne at work. I have read that letting the mixture sit with the cayenne breaks down the beneficial enzymes of the drink. Once home, I make the drinks as I drink them.
Good luck, and future great health to everyone!
Lynne
ps Each time I do a fast, I read forums for support!
Left by Lynne on January 25th, 2012
Erich,
I understand that for this diet to be effective preparation is very important. My concern is with the ingredients. Everything needs to be organic basically. I have seen several websites stating that they offer a “kit” with the ingredients for the lemonade diet. Does it matter if I partake of the diet through a kit or does my ingredients need to be “fresh”? I’m specifically concerned about the lemons. Thanx in advance.
Left by Denee on January 25th, 2012