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When I wake up tomorrow morning it will have been 10 days of experimenting with the lemonade diet (also known as the lemonade fast or Master Cleanse). Today someone at work told me I looked like I was glowing; this must be as a result of looking healthy or possibly I’m so excited to eat solid food again that I’m glowing with anticipation. In reality I feel great. There’s a lightness in my step and my passion for life has been rekindled. I have so much energy now.
Here are the results of my fast:
- Lost about 8 lbs.
- Feel increased energy.
- Increased desire to eat healthy foods.
- Feel an overall “lightness” in body and mind.
- A general excitement for life has returned.
- Feel a clearness in thought.
- Improved reflexes…maybe?
Again I have to say that this lemonade diet has definitely been a success. I plan on doing this at least once every year, preferably twice a year. This should maintain a healthy digestive system and a healthy way of life. If you would like to read the book and want to try it out for yourself you can find it at Amazon under The Lemonade Diet or The Master Cleanser
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I’m curious to know what happened to your body on Day 11 - when you started eating again!
Left by sam on September 21st, 2006
Good question Sam! The first thing I did was slowly transition back to eating solid foods again. For me, this involved eating soups and eating raw fruits and vegetables for a couple days until I could handle more ‘heavier’ foods.
My body didn’t have any adverse reaction to the switch. In fact it functioned much better because of the Lemonade Diet/Master Cleanse. I’ve heard of others who have done the Master Cleanse for longer periods and have had a more difficult time transitioning. Things like extreme weight gain, or not being able to keep solid foods down are some examples. However, from what I’ve heard, this has only been the case with those who have done this for more than three weeks.
Left by Erich on September 22nd, 2006
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Left by Lemonade Diet Recipe on October 21st, 2006
I am on day 17 and I lost some weight and fit in my Levi 501 jeans from ten years ago which are still in fashion but ost of the weight id off my legs, hips and I have to get it off my tummy and back to zip up a glamourous balck dress. I plan to go 30 days and more if necessary. Did you have any problems with slow or no elimination cos what is there to eliminate after a while. I am not having elminations at day 17. But I concur that there is more energy, a pep in my step, I do my elliptical for 90 mins, then sculpt and train, I am never weak. I feel great. I was only concerned that one has to eliminate every day. I do not do the P&B shakes cos of a slow bowel. Anyway, it does work and bullocks to the naysayers. Did you hit any kimd of plateau in your weight loss? I have not but I dumped my scale. I feel clean and energised, so Deember 15 is my stop day and then onto soups and juice and back to solid food but eating healthy. Tks
Left by Kim on November 27th, 2006
Hey Kim,
I must congratulate you on making it to day 17! Good job! As I stated in my experience, my main goal was to clean out my digestive system. The weight loss was only an added bonus. However I imagine I would have continued to lose weight, due to the fact that I was taking in a lot fewer calories than I normally would.
If you’re plateauing, the probable cause is due to the fact that your body is adapting to fewer calories. The Lemonade Fast is ideally used for detoxing, beyond that I’m not sure I would recommend it for only weight loss, but rather to bring your digestive system and body back into balance.
It’s great that you’re exercising - this will keep your metabolism high, and most of all be sure to start eating healthy foods (lots of raw fruits and vegetables etc.) when you stop the fast.
Good luck!
Left by Erich on November 27th, 2006
Hey!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I have the book and am looking forward to helping get my body back into balance. It has been a long time. The fact you can do this and continue with your normal routine is key to success. Who has 10 days or longer to sit home? I cannot wait to feel healthy and strong once again. Thank you and Happy New Year!
Left by Gail on December 30th, 2006
Gail,
Thank you so much for your comments. I hope that you have success with the lemonade fast, it really does help bring your body into balance. I would really love to hear of your experience!
- Erich
Left by Erich on December 30th, 2006
I am a bit confused about this diet, or “cleansing”. By default I can understand that you would lose fat, but would you say the majority of loss was due to loss of water or fat? I have read up on this diet via the web, and the info. relative to weight loss seems to be conflicting; some saying the fat loss was significant, and others saying the water loss was the primary reason for losing the weight. Any thoughts? Cheers, Doug
Left by Doug on January 3rd, 2007
Doug,
I can’t speak for others, but for me initially (the first 3 days) was probably all water loss. But because I was taking in fewer calories than normal, my body fat decreased as well…and it was pretty significant (I probably lost about 6 lbs. of fat in those ten days).
Sure, you could attribute this to fewer calories, but I really believe the speed of weight loss also has something to do with the detoxification process that this cleanse promotes. From all that I’ve studied surrounding detoxing, it seems that your fatty tissues serve as a storage place for all the toxins you take in from an unhealthy lifestyle. When you detox, it relieves your previously overtaxed body to now focus on flushing out all those toxins, including the fat that was storing them. Does this help?
- Erich
Left by Erich on January 4th, 2007
Hi Erich,
I am on Day 8 and have had a fantastic experience thus far. Today I have had a hard time and I am ready to throw in the towel. I am short tempered and was dizzy and had cramping this morning. I chose not to do the salt water flush due to responsibilities outside of the house and my timeframe. I am going to try and finish to day 10. I am also cold alot. My experiences have been similar to yours on the blog until now. My energy had skyrocketed until today. So I guess I have hit the wall. I have continued with my normal routine so far and then added quite a few more things. We shall see how much farther I get. It has been a great way to start the New Year.
Gail
Left by Gail on January 8th, 2007
Gail don’t give up! Your body is doing some last-minute house cleaning. I know it sounds wierd but if your feeling awful (and you haven’t fasted beyond 20 days) then it’s a sign your body has more toxins to get rid of. Stick with it, it’ll be well worth it!
Erich
Left by Erich on January 8th, 2007
Well, its my 3rd day and I feel great. I’m energetic and hyper so far i’ve lost 9lbs 3 of it im sure is water weight but still good to drop 6 lbs. It really works if you stick to it, I think its a great way to cleanse out your system and shed a few lbs in the process.
Left by shona on January 25th, 2007
Good job Shona! Definitely check in at the 10-day mark.
Left by Erich on January 25th, 2007
I did the cleanse for 6 days and lost 9 lbs, the only thing was that I misunderstood about the laxative needing to be done on a daily basis,,,I had not adverse reactions to food on day 7 as I went to veggie soup for two days and beans and greens, the next day and then salads thereafter, I went off the diet for 3 days and intend to resume, I feel great and I have not gained any weight back. Is the seasalt flush 1 tbsp?
Someone had asked about what the heck do you have in your system to have a bm about?
All the junk (mucous) that has built up in your digestive system, you intestinal walls, just like plaque builds up in the heart,that is my understanding from someone who uses this cleanse throughtout the year (3-4 times a year). She is in her late 70’s and looks great!
There was one dr. person who did this for 120 days with no adverse reactions, although I would not have the will power to do that myself. And there have been cases that use it for a 40 day fast, me myself I will do my best to do the 10 day !!
Left by vee on January 28th, 2007
I’m on day 9 of the cleanse and have lost 15lbs. I seem to have hit my plateau for weight loss though and think i’ll stop after day 10. I feel great though. All i want to eat are greens and nuts. it’s amazing. i’ve suffered from bipolar and lately i was in a mild depression and this made me bounce right back. I will definitely do the master cleanse again.
My only complaint is the eliminations and the untimeliness of them. They could be a real pain, literally.
Left by hillary on February 1st, 2007
Vee,
Thanks for the cool info. 120 days! That’s amazing. I use 2 level teaspoons for the SWF.
- Erich
Left by Erich on February 2nd, 2007
Hillary,
Thank you for your comments. I’m glad you had some great results! I tend to agree with you regarding the eliminations “untimeliness”. The earlier you can do the SWF, the better. You don’t want to be sitting in the middle of commute, stuck in traffic, when you’re body starts to tell you, “It’s time!!”.
Left by Erich on February 2nd, 2007
Enrich, (girls read bottom also)
Okay i saw this diet on the news, and they said lose 20 pounds, in 10 days, just by drinking this lemonade mixture.. so i’m going to try it out. but from the sounds of it.. people are losin like average of 10 pounds, right? also, i’m on medication for ulcerative esophagitis and ulcerative colitis, would this diet be harmful? aaannndd… did u lose weight all over? like thighs, tummy, love handles, everything? please write back, thanks!
-Mary
girls, did u lose ur boobs? ima DD n my boyfriend dont want that changin, lol
Left by Mary on February 7th, 2007
Mary,
Again, I must stress that the Lemonade “Diet” is actually a cleansing method. It’s intention is to clean out your digestive system and bring into balance your bodies ability to eliminate waste and toxins. Sure, a major side effect of the fast is that you lose weight, however this is only a side effect of your body bringing itself back into balance.
Let me explain. When your digestive system is plugged up with fecal matter, this “matter” (or what some refer to as plaque) eventually releases a lot of toxins into your body. Your body, not being able to eliminate toxins in the usual manner (through the digestive system) will do the next best thing. That is, store them away in a place where they won’t do much damage…in your fat cells.
After doing the lemonade diet or cleanse, your body can now use it’s resources efficiently and focus on ridding the toxins that were stored up in your fat cells (which explains the sudden fat loss).
As I’ve stressed before, use this to bring yourself back into balance and then begin a healthy lifestyle of eating right and exercising regularly.
I must stress that I’m not a medical professional so I can’t give you any advice as far as if this cleansing method is right for you. As always, consult your physician.
P.S. Girls? any comments to her other questions?!
Left by Erich on February 7th, 2007
I am going to start tomorrow…
I just want to know more about the salt water part of it…? What do I do?
Start the cleanse first or drink the salt water first?
Thank you.
I’m excited to be healthier and get some meat off my bones.
I’m 20 years old.
Any advice about being on your menstrual cycle while on the cleanse?
Left by Katie on February 9th, 2007
Katie,
Good question. What I did and what other people commonly do is, the evening before you begin your first day, drink a cup of laxative (herbal) tea. Then, beginning with day 1, when you get up first thing in the morning, drink the salt-water solution. Then throughout the rest of the day, drink the lemonade. In the evening drink the tea and then the next day repeat the same pattern until you’re done. Easy peasy.
Left by Erich on February 9th, 2007
Thank you so much for sharing this (and the nicely detailed information)! I saw this on the news this evening. I’ve been searching for a way to cleanse my body and lose some weight, and I think I’ve finally found the answer. I’m going to start tomorrow! Thank you again.
Left by Samantha on February 9th, 2007
your very welcome Samantha.
Left by Erich on February 10th, 2007
I am starting this cleanse today! I’m excited. I was wondering too, I can still do my daily workouts and jogging or no? Because I know I won’t be consuming so many calories?
Left by Alina on February 14th, 2007
Alina,
I can’t speak for you, but as far as it was with me, I continued my normal workout routines. In fact, if you read my experience, I actually felt stronger and had more energy to do my workouts.
Try it out. If you still feel good doing it, continue. Basically, just listen to your body.
- Erich
Left by Erich on February 14th, 2007
Hey, Erich -
Anyway, it was very encouraging to both of us, and I thought I’d just say so. Have a great, healthy new year!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! My wife and I are finishing our 3rd day, now, and when I read your day-by-day account I really identified with Day 4’s feeling of wanting to eat the keyboard!
Left by XAkk on February 15th, 2007
Thanks Xakk. Good luck to both of you!
Left by Erich on February 15th, 2007
I know this is for cleaning out the inside of the body, but can someone please tell me when they actually started to notice they were losing weight? Were there hunger pains? And do you drink the lemonade all day? Does this work better then the Colonix? My roomate is doing that but she is not consistant and I cnanot see her results.
Also I heard Beyonce say on Oprah she did it for 21 days and lost 25 pounds!!!!! That is alot of weight loss in a short period of time. I think that is great. I just stopped drinking sodas and I am drinking a gallon of water a day now, I heard that helps with weight loss too,
Left by Val on February 19th, 2007
Last question, where can can I buy the laxative tea? Can I purchase it at a Drug Store? How many bottles of lemon juice will I need to last 10 days? Thank-you!
Left by Val on February 19th, 2007
Thanks for the Journal of the Lemonade Diet. I am giving this a go with my wife this week and really needed a blow by blow to let my mind be at ease. Sounds like I will enjoy this. Again thanks for taking the time to share your experiences.
Left by Kurt Fairfield on February 26th, 2007
Val,
As for me, I started losing weight right off the bat. However, most of this initially was water weight. By the 4th day I started seeing fat loss as well.
I don’t know the efficacy of colonix, I’ve never tried it.
The herbal laxative tea can be bought at most grocery stores. Also an important note, DO NOT USE BOTTLED LEMON JUICE. It must be freshly squeezed lemon juice to have the full effect. Check out the Lemonade Diet Recipe for the exact ingredients.
Left by Erich on February 26th, 2007
I have reading the journal on this diet and I going to start on Thurs (since it is the first of the month) and I am very excited. My coworker and I are doing it together. I hope I have the willpower to finish. I love food!!!
– Good Luck Yary!
- Erich
Left by Yary on February 26th, 2007
What is the reason you can not use lemon juice? Just curious!
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Diana,
Dr. Burroughs (the creator of the Lemonade Diet) specifically recommends no processed ingredients for the lemonade. That includes the syrup AND the lemon juice. Since bottled juice has preservatives and isn’t fresh (i.e. many of the enzymes have been killed off in the processing of it) it isn’t ideal for cleansing the body (your body has to work even harder now). Using fresh ingredients gives your body a needed rest which it can then use to focus on cleansing.
- Erich
Left by Diana on February 28th, 2007
I am starting this cleanse today, Im 24 next month and I want to feel healthier and lose weight. Im dreading the mucous stage though but I guess Its all good to be getting rid of it. I currently weigh just over 12 stone and am 5 ft 9 inches tall, Im about a uk size 12 and I will keep you posted on how I am doing. Good luck to everyone else starting it!
– Definitely keep us posted!
- Erich
Left by Cally on March 1st, 2007
Hey Erich,
Thanks for this site it’s been very helpful. I on day 5 and feel pretty good. I do want to throw in the towel at times but I think I’ve made it thus far so why quit now. I have been feeling cold in the last few days so I just have to put more clothes on. Is there a specific amount of the lemonade I have to drink per day? I’ve been drinking about 3/4 of a gallon per day.
By the way I’ve lost about 11 pounds in the last five days and seem to plateau now.
Thanks for your help through this site.
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Your Welcome!
- Erich
Left by Paul on March 1st, 2007
Im into my second day and Im not quite as starving as I thought id be. Havent had any weird effects yet, but shall keep you posted.
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Keep it up Cally!
Left by Cally on March 2nd, 2007
im on my second day and feel great. i am supposed to get a root canal and the doctor will prescribe antibiotics. will this affect the cleanse
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Good question Natasha. I know that antibiotics such as erythromycin, can cause food to leave your stomach too quickly, which can lead to nausea and vomiting. But I’m not sure how it’ll affect the cleansing process.
Left by natasha on March 2nd, 2007
Im into my third day today. I dont feel too bad. Im getting rid of hunger pangs through drinking the lemonade, or occasionally a herbal mint tea. I got fennel tea instead of senna because I picked up the wrong box! But it seems to be working. I cant go out anywhere though as the salt water flush is pretty much constantly flushing. I took my dog out yesterday and almost got caught short. So I am stopping nearby the bathroom today!
I dont really have any less energy than usual, and my stomach feels flatter. I’m waiting until halfway through the cleanse to weigh myself, so I will keep you updated.
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Good strategy. I know how you feel regarding the salt-water flush. Definitely check in with your progress!
- Erich
Left by Cally on March 3rd, 2007
I just finished my 10th day yesterday and i feel Great! My skin and eyes are clearer and glowing, my energy is through the roof, my thought process and focus is a lot clearer and I lost 11.5lbs along with a bunch of inches lol. The experience was definitely rough at times especially the cramping, but i learned that if you have the salt water next to you when you wake up ( i had the salt in a glass and water next to it) and mix & drink it the first time you begin cramping in the morning that it elimates the cramping entirely and you go much easier. Another difficult thing i cam across was sometimes not being able to drink as much as i needed to a day, whether because i was just used to not eating and didn’t feel hungry or thirsty or i was getting tired of the mundane, the same taste over and over was killing me lol. Now that i am on my first day out I am scared to eat, my nutritionist gave me KYO-DOPHILUS which promotes healthy intestinal function and said i can eat soft foods with it, but other things i am reading says to do not begining eating until the evening of the second day out just drink orange juice and water… what exactly did you eat the first day out?
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Congrats Tanya!
It feels great doesn’t it?! As far as food goes, I started with soups, then introduced raw, natural foods and went on from there.
thanks for posting your results,
Erich
Left by Tanya on March 4th, 2007
I just started today. The lemonade is a little hotter than I expected. I used a measuring spoon for the cayenne. A co-worker that just completed the diet tasted my lemonade and said that it was waaaay hotter than his was. Can I reduce the amount of cayenne I put in? And if so, what effect will that have on the cleanse/diet?
Shawn
Left by Shawn on March 5th, 2007
Day 5 today and I let myself down yesterday and ate food. Im disappointed with myself. I shall carry on though and try to stay strong. Shawn I dont put very much cayenne in at all because I find it too hot, The diet states to put an amount in ‘to taste’ so I only use a pinch.
I have lost 6lbs so far, but I havent been as good as I should have been, I feel like all my work is undone
Left by Cally on March 5th, 2007
First of all, Shawn I agree with Cally on that one. Put enough “to taste”. If you’re set on using the exact prescribed amounts, then I would suggest adding it as you drink your lemonade. For some reason the longer the pepper sits in the drink, the hotter it gets.
Cally,
Don’t despair! 5 days is awesome!! Just pick yourself back up and continue on. It will only benefit you. Your body has already made some great strides forwards, just continue on.
Left by Erich on March 5th, 2007
Thank you for posting all the results and information everyone!! I am starting tomorrow and sooooo looking forward to seeing results of how my body feels. I eat junk food and fast food on a daily basis…so i am looking to be healthy!
Left by A on March 6th, 2007
I am planning on starting it but i was wondering, how many times in the day you go to the toilet to cleanse? I imagine the cleansing happens in the morning as soon as you wake up but after that, how many more times does it happen throughout the day? (average) Cos i have no idea how to plan my daily schedule around it… especially if I’m in a bus when it happens. Also, I’m quite embarrassed to let my bf notice me flushing all the time and get grossed out
Also, does the flushing/cleansing slow down after or around day 5 or so??
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The flushing/cleansing will last throughout the cleanse, however expect to be “ill-disposed” for at least 2 hours after the Salt-Water Flush. During the day don’t expect to be going as much.
- Erich
Left by Shopgirl on March 6th, 2007
Hi Erich,
This is my fifth day on the cleanse and I have a few concerns……..
On the first day of the salt water flush I found that it did what it said it would do and removed all the waste within 2 hours.
On the second day of the flush I completely absorbed ALL of the salt water, I did not flush out in any way! (no urination or waste removal) and I was terribly bloated all day.
Why did that happen?
In trying to avoid that happening again I decided to drink the Smooth Moves laxative tea in the evening and also in the morning and in doing so I have experienced a lot of burning and cramping in my stomache. When I do use the bathroom, which is quite often, not much waste is removed.
I am following the cleanse very thoroughly. I drink around 80 ounces of the juice a day and I am really not hungry at all.
I have not lost much weight either. Why?
My energy level has declined since day 1 as well.
Not sure why this is happening to me.
I do not want to quit so I was hoping that you can advise me on what to do differently.
Please help! Thank you
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Christina,
It sounds like a lot of what you are mentioning are symptoms of the detox process. People who are severely toxic tend to have more extreme symptoms than others. These should subside in a few days. However, if it continues to get worse with no signs of ending, I would recommend stopping the cleanse and consulting your doctor.
You also mentioned that the SWF wasn’t working after the first day. This can happen. What Dr. Burroughs suggests to do is to increase the amount of salt in the solution. This should do the trick.
Good luck and keep us updated!
- Erich
Left by Christina on March 8th, 2007
I dont get it. I am going to start the lemonade diet tomorrow but now that I have read this I am a bit confused. Do I need to do the SWF and the herbal tea together with the lemonade diet? or are these three different types of diets?
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Yes the SWF and the herbal tea are part of the lemonade diet. The herbal tea should be taken at night before going to bed and the SWF in the morning.
- Erich
Left by Vero on March 9th, 2007
I’m on my third day of the diet right now, and while I get cravings on and off, I’ve never been hungry. I also haven’t needed the SWF because I wake up having to go to the restroom immediately. I also have a lot of energy, but go to bed early. The only thing I don’t like is that my breath kind of stinks.
Vero, the SWF and tea are all included in the same lemonade diet. It just helps with elimination.
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If your breath stinks, it’s a good sign that your body is still cleaning itself out. I remember at the end that my breath stopped smelling at the end.
- Erich
Left by Lawgirl on March 9th, 2007
Did you drink the normal or regular eight glasses of water along with the diet daily? Also did you take a multi-vitamin while on the diet? And do you think it is safe for someone who takes medication daily but is still considered healthy and exercise 3 to 4 days a week to try this diet?
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Evelyn, you can definitely drink as much water as you want. I didn’t feel the need (since I was drinking about a gallon of the lemonade a day). While Stanley Burroughs, the developer of the Master Cleanse, says not to take any vitamins or supplements during the Lemonade Fast, some people make the false assumption that this also applies to prescribed medications. Do not discontinue any medications during the Master Cleanse.
Left by Evelyn on March 9th, 2007
I am at the end of day 8 on the cleanse. I have not had one single bite or taste of anything extra. I could not tolerate the swf so I am doing the tea morning and night. I have lost 3” from my waist, and 1” from my thighs. Ten pounds in all. I have been dreaming (literally) of eating for
several nights now and I am always so disappointed with myself for cheating. What a relief to wake up and find out I haven’t eaten! I do STILL have a very coated tongue which has been
sore on one side for 3 days. Do I need to stay on the cleanse until my tongue is pink and not
sore? I hope someone who has experience with this cleanse can help.
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Hey Peteysmama,
Good job on sticking with it! If you’re tongue is still heavily coated, the recommended approach is to continue with the cleanse until it turns pink.
Left by Peteysmama on March 9th, 2007
Thanks for the reply. I really, really, really want to end after day 10, but will do what is best for my body.
Left by Peteysmama on March 9th, 2007
I have another question concerning my normal daily routine, because I have the type of job that requires long periods of sitting and few bathroom breaks. Will this cause me to be running to the bathroom most of the day? I plan to take the SWF a few hours upon waking since most of the testimonials I am reading on your site stated that it works about 2 hours after consuming it. I plan to take some (lemonade) to work with me to have during my lunch and breaks this is why I am asking? Today is Saturday and I just started the diet, so far so good, although I think I put too much pepper, I measured about 1 teaspoon like you did for to make enough for the entire day. It actually taste pretty good, I am truly praying I can continue this for at least 5 days or more.
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Definitely stick with it. You’ll be glad you did.
For the SWF, as long as you give yourself a 2-3 hour window early in the morning, you shouldn’t have any problems. Drinking the lemonade throughout the day will only give you the normal urges to go to the bathroom (which are quite unlike the “i need to go NOW feeling of the SWF)..
For some inspiration on sticking through something (for at least 10 days in this case), read my article on 10 Days to a Better Life
Good Luck Evelyn!
- Erich
Left by Evelyn on March 10th, 2007
Today is only my second day and I must say I feel great. I have energy, my thoughts and thinking seem to be much clearer. I am not hungry, I feel satisfied and like I said this is only my second day. Upon waking this morning I drank the SWF and believe me within an hour it was working. It may take longer for others but for me it was fast and furious to put it mildly, lol. I wish I had known about this years ago. So far I have not had cravings although for dinner (for my son) I fixed fried chicken, green beens and potatoes, and fried corn. Usually I’m tasting everything but today I was not even tempted, lets jus say I’m truly proud of me because a few days ago I would have been eating everything in sight. I am finding that the Grade B maple syrup is hard to find and the store I get it at in my area only have one brand and its about $10 bucks a bottle just for 12 oz. Would it be okay to substitute it for another type of organic syrup? I saw a brown rice organic syrup which was half the price of the maple. I would rather have the maple , but if you know what type of store I could get it from please let me know. Thanks
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Evelyn!
good job! I’m happy that it’s working out for you. You can use any grade of maple syrup as long as it’s 100% natural and not sugar sweetened like Aunt Jemima etc. Dr. Burroughs recommended the grade B because of the higher mineral content, but feel free to use grade A.
Left by Evelyn on March 11th, 2007
Today is day 4 and yes I cheated only because I forgot to bring the lemonade with me to work today. I was not really hungry until my friend offered me half of her chicken salad sandwich. After a few bites I was full and because I asked and she gave me half I did not want to throw away a perfectly good sandwich so I did what a good friend would do, I ate it. But I plan to continue with the diet immediately, since I already have a days worth already made. I must say also I have lost 4 lbs so far and I’m sure its mostly water weight but for us women that stills counts as pounds lost not gained. Although I am doing the fast for health purposes I feel so much better even though it has only been a few days I notice my energy level has gone up even when I work out. As I said before I wish I had known about this years ago, I can’t wait for my doctor to see my blood pressure reading, I won’t tell him its the lemonade diet, I’ll just let him think its those darn pills he gave me. (smile)
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Evelyn,
I’d be real curious about the change in blood pressure after you finish. When you’re done, go get checked, I’m sure many of us would like to know!
- Erich
Left by Evelyn on March 13th, 2007
Well I have started the lemonade diet today. I was on a different website and it was as detailed as yours. It didn’t stess the importance of not using bottled lemon juice. It also wasn’t specific on what type of maple syrup. Hence, I have made the lemonade concoction using bottled lemon juice and Fat-Free, Sugar Free Maple Syrup. Is this okay or should I discontinue the diet until I get the appropriate ingredients?
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Well, if you follow the creator of the diet’s advice (Dr. Burroughs) he specifically says not to use anything but pure maple syrup and freshly-squeezed lemon juice. I’ve never done it any other way so I can’ tell you if it will be just as effective.
- Erich
Left by Nisha on March 14th, 2007
Okay I went to the store and bought the organic grade A maple syrup… it is like 230 calories per serving…. and I have fresh lemons! Iwill try it this way…. my sugar free syrup was only 30 calories…. I guess since I am not eating anything else the calories of the organic maple syrup shouldn’t matter.
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Yeah Nisha, I wouldn’t worry about having too much calories with the fast. You’ll still lose quite a bit of weight.
- Erich
Left by Nisha on March 14th, 2007
Today is day 5 for me. Day 4 and 5 have me with no energy, weak and dizzy. I am urinating quite a lot. I think my potassium level may be low. I will take a potassium supplement and a bottle of Pedialyte tonight. Hopefully I’ll feel better tomorrow. I haven’t been able to work out because I just feel too weak and dizzy. I will report back tomorrow on how I’m feeling. I don’t want to stop. I’ve lost 10 lbs. already.
Left by Tanya on March 15th, 2007
Hi,
I was thinking about staring this. Can you chew sugar free gum or mints to help with bad breath along the way??? If not, then what do you about this problem.
Thanks
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Julia,
I don’t see a problem with chewing gum or mints. Brushing your teeth is also a good idea. Let’s not forget this is to flush out your system, not your neighborhood!
- Erich
Left by Julia on March 17th, 2007
I WANT TO KNOW HOW DO YOU KEEP IT COLD OR DO YOU HAVE TO KEEP IT ROOM TEMPERTURE?
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Renee,
If you don’t have access to a fridge you could do what i did and keep it in a Camelbak
which kept it cool throughout the day. But keeping it at room temp. is fine too (provided you drink it all in one day)
- Erich
Left by Renee on March 17th, 2007