The Master Cleanse, created by Stanley Burroughs, is one of today’s most popular detoxification and weight loss diet that people from all walks of like try their hands on – from celebrities to common folks. It goes without saying that the reason it has become so popular is it works. The Master Cleanse is an effective means of getting rid of toxins in the body, with an added weight loss effect.
But if you are planning to try the Master Cleanse, be wary of where and how you will get information regarding its proper procedure. You have to make sure you get all of the details accurately, and from reliable sources – from the ingredients, to maintaining the diet. Of course the internet makes information about the Master Cleanse readily available. There are many websites offering tips and secrets to this very popular diet. However, are you sure you are getting the right information?
Many people have tried the Master Cleanse. Some of them were successful and enjoyed the amazing results the diet promises for you to achieve, while others fail big time even only after a few days into the diet. Now, let us focus on those who failed on the Master Cleanse, and the possible reasons behind it. This way, you will be guided accordingly should you try your hands at the diet.
As with any other existing detoxification and diet methods out there, it is very important that you do the Master Cleanse the right way. Doing the Master Cleanse in the approved manner will guarantee success. Below are the slip-ups commonly done by people who failed on the Master Cleanse, for you to avoid committing them yourself.
Mistake #1: Not flushing the system daily
There is a reason why the sea-salt mixture or laxative tea is utilized in the Master Cleanse, and this reason is to flush toxins out of your body. Some people might cringe at the thought of having to flush out their system daily, thinking it is dangerous. But it’s not. It is safe and necessary to make elimination of toxins in the body more effective.
Mistake #2: Not using the recommended ingredients
The Master Cleanse requires you to use freshly squeezed organic lemon juice each time. Steer clear of powdered or bottled lemon juices for they are processed – meaning added toxins such as preservatives, food coloring and artificial sweeteners. What good is flushing out accumulated toxins in the body when the juice you are using to do so contains the toxins themselves? Also, the Master Cleanse requires you to use high-grade and all-natural maple syrup for flavoring and nourishment.
Mistake #3: Not doing the diet for 10 straight days
Make sure you got all the necessary ingredients for the Master Cleanse good for 10 straight days. Never skip a day, for even one day of not following the diet accordingly will render the Master Cleanse ineffective.
Mistake #4: Not fighting off temptations to cheat
While on the Master Cleanse, keep your willpower up at all times. Never give in to temptations. The Master Cleanse will require you to not consume any other food items, save for the lemonade juice. Stay away from the kitchen table; better yet, take out all of the temptations out of the house while you are on the diet. Even nutritional supplements are a no-no.
Mistake #5: Not listening to your body
If at any time during the diet you really feel you could no longer go on, then quit. There is always a next time. Do not push your body to the limit; make sure you are ready for the Master Cleanse even before embarking on the diet.
Hi, One year ago I tried to do the master cleanse diet but at my 5 day my stomach start to hurt very bad. I have colitis, I want to try it again but I do not know if the master cleanse is bad for me. Thank you
I just completed 14 days on the master cleanse. I followed a simple recipe using Grade B Maple Syrup and organic lemon juice or organic lemons. It worked well for me.
I tried the master cleanse for 8 days but had to quit as I was getting tired of drinking the same thing over and over, but i must admit I did feel alot better while I was on it, as I have acid reflux disease very badly, now that I am off of it I cannot seem to get back on, I don’t know why not, please help me…
2 weeks ago, i was diagnosed with peptic esophagitis and put on nexium 40mg (two times daily) to reduce the stomach acid. In addition, I was told that my gall bladder is full of stones. I do not like taking the nexium and I am very interested in doing this cleanse as i generally feel unwell. Is this cleanse safe for me? and should i continue to take the nexium while doing the cleanse. Thanks so much
@susan : I dun think anyone can advice you on this other than your doctor. Maybe you can consult your doctor before you start on the cleanse.
I am on methadone and I was wondering if that would interfear with the mastercleanse diet. The methadone makes me really constipated so just wondering if anybody has ran into this situation before. Thanks, Matt
@matt : I’ve not heard about methadone but if it’s instructed by the doctor, it’s better to ask your doctor about it. But if you are on the master cleanse diet, with the salt water flush and the laxative tea, you should be able to eliminate.
@all I’ve tried the master cleanse about a year ago and after 3 days was rushed to the hosiptal as I had terrible chest pains. Come to find out those chest pains were acid reflux and gastroencitis. My doctor informed me that the cayenne pepper caused my who digestive system to flare up causing the acid relux and gastroencitis. My question is I’d love to give it another shot, however, when I do should I substitute cayenne pepper with a liquid form of cayenne pepper or should I lesson the amount of cayenne pepper I use? Also, is working out a good idea when doing the master cleanse?
@sarah : It’s weird that your doctor has associated the cayenne pepper with flaring up your digestive system causing the acid reflux. Cayenne pepper is supposed to help your body in the first place. Did u use organic cayenne pepper? how’s your first and 2nd day for that cleanse you did last year?
You could do some light workout but usually few people have the energy to do workout.
@Emma: I honestly am still puzzled myself as to why/how the cayenne pepper caused my acid reflux. Perhaps I should lighten up on it the next time around? I used regular ole’ cayenne pepper not organic. The first 2 days were pretty hard. I did feel hungry at times to the point where my head would hurt so bad that I couldn’t even stand up. I really started feeling the withdrawal symptoms from food but once I really set my mind to it I got pass that phase and progressed to my third day when I was hit by a major roadblock. Acid reflux! I really wanna give it another shot and see how well I can do.