Most people fail on the 3rd day as they are not able to withstand the hunger. As a result, some cheated on the cleanse and end up having to start over again. It is very important for you to stay focus and determined to finish the cleanse
The third day may be the height of cravings, but it is not the same for detoxification. Most people attest to having headaches, runny noses, mild colds, and rashes on the fourth day. This is mainly due to the flushing out of toxins in the body. When toxins enter the body, we experience the same reactions, as mentioned above. These reactions take place, when our immune system detects contaminants in the body. Unfortunately, it’s the same case when the body flushes out these toxins.
Hm already had the headaches on day 2 – not sure, could just have had something to do with not moving around much that day which has happened before. I’m having my period at this same time as this cleanse, not sure how that will interfere but they were the worst cramps I’ve had in my life. B/c of headaches and severe cramps, had to take the max amount of ibuprofen on day 2.
Today is my third day and I am feeling GGGGRRREAT (think Tony the Tiger)! I did get a burst of energy around 4pm my time and have been riding high ever since. I am eager to leave my desk in 15 minutes so I can hurry home to jog (If I can do it a second time) the lake. I am down 3.5 pounds since I started and am already moving far ahead in my thinking…do I want to do 15 days instead of 10 I keep asking myself. I figured today would be rough but it’s not for me. I wish everyone continues sucess and poo luck!:)
@Jomoke : That’s great to hear that! most people would get the hunger pangs but not you! maybe you can share with us how you manage to overcome your hunger pangs or what was in your mind when you feel hungry? Do post to http://www.themastercleanserecipe.org/master-cleanse-journal/day-3 and let everyone hear your experience!
To answer your question Emma: I drink continuously thoughout the day. I have mix my tea in a 20 ounce jug and I drink herbal tea in a 16 oz cup throughout the day. Whenever I do feel hungry I drink more tea. I have spent a lot of time alone so far on my fasting days which I know if not possible for everyone. I think that because I spend so much time alone it helps not to have the distractions of others around me eating. I also did not rid my house of all my food. I find myself opening and closing both the refrig and the freezer. My one “cheat treat” is using the half sweezws lemon and a little pepper and a teaspoon or less of the maple syrup and eating it. It allows me to eat something. Is that okay or should I stop doing that?
3rd Day Evening Update:
I did end up loosing all my energy last night and not being able to jog the lake. I did walk it. I am low energy today too. I am not sure why but I am feeling a little weak. Still not much luck in the bowel department but I am drinking the salt water flush around 3AM and laying back down. My sleep habits seems to be off – for the last two days I have waken up around that same time. Not sure if getting my period this morning has anything to do with my energy levels though.
started 1st day cant wauit to get started wish us luck nervous but confident!!!
Almost to a close of day 3. It’s been hard, but a met a specialist at a Christmas party last night that encouraged me. I’m starting to go to the bathroom a lot more today and have been having a little stomach cramping and feeling a little depressed about not drinking coffee……. 7 more days to go. The Xmas party was complete torture as it was filled with delicious foods and desserts. I also believe my sense of smell has become much more keen. : (
@Amy : Great that you feel the difference it brings to your body and keep the good job up!
Oh ya, in the past, I drank quite a lot of coffee but now I’ve quit coffee forever, and I never feel so energetic before!
Omg! Day 3… The worse ever! The cravings the pain the nausea the ..shoot everthing was out of oder earlier today but once I got to wk and begin to get busy all was well, let’s just see what’s goin to happen when I get to sleep!
@Ms jay gray : You can do it! Some would feel today is bad, but there are some who find it alright!
@emma
Well honey my day 3 was horrible, but guess what—for some odd reason I woke up today (day4) and I have energy!!! I wanna wk out, I’m scared tho bc it may get to me later while @ wk…hmph, maybe a light walk. Thanks for motivation girly now I’m pumped–on an empty stomach: )