I've decided to drink 2 cups of Yerba Mate Tea in the mornings in addition to my cleanse.
"In South America, yerba mate has been revered for centuries as the “drink of the gods” and is drunk daily for optimum health, sustained energy and mental clarity. Of the six commonly used stimulants in the world: yerba mate, coffee, tea, kola nut, cocoa, and guarana, yerba mate triumphs as natures most balanced stimulant, delivering both energy and nutrition. The leaves of the rainforest mate tree naturally contain 24 vitamins and minerals, 15 amino acids, abundant antioxidants. In fact, The Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society in 1964 concluded "it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to mate in nutritional value" and that yerba mate contains "practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain life."
Trader Joe's $4
Yerba Mate
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
Keeping a positive attitude
I think that keeping a positive attitude during the cleanse is imperative. Even when the going gets rough, you just have to remember that the reason for some of the bad feelings is actually a blessing in disguise. You know the old saying that it "is darkest just before the dawn"? I think it applies here for sure. The times when I have felt the worse because of detox symptoms or cravings or feeling hungry were like the dips in a roller coaster. I hung on and the next experience was the highest of highs. The days that I am full of energy, have a positive outlook and just generally in love with life and the world definitely were the days following a low day.
You have more free time on your hands on the cleanse because there is no time taken up by food preparation or long hours of eating and shopping seems a lot quicker. Why not use the extra time for yourself? Clean out closets and drawers. Give yourself a manicure and pedicure. Take long baths and give yourself a facial. Go for long walks. Meditate. Stretch. Read some really good books. Watch inspirational movies. Listen to inspirational music. Search the web for ways to make yourself a better person.
I came upon this site today. It is full of good advice and there are several fantastic articles to read on it.
Law of Attraction Principals - Ask and You Shall Get.
Supposedly your mind is much more open to visualization on the cleanse. Why not visualize your new body or your new life?
You have more free time on your hands on the cleanse because there is no time taken up by food preparation or long hours of eating and shopping seems a lot quicker. Why not use the extra time for yourself? Clean out closets and drawers. Give yourself a manicure and pedicure. Take long baths and give yourself a facial. Go for long walks. Meditate. Stretch. Read some really good books. Watch inspirational movies. Listen to inspirational music. Search the web for ways to make yourself a better person.
I came upon this site today. It is full of good advice and there are several fantastic articles to read on it.
Law of Attraction Principals - Ask and You Shall Get.
Supposedly your mind is much more open to visualization on the cleanse. Why not visualize your new body or your new life?
Day 8
I had some major detox this morning. About an hour after my SWF I started to feel dizzy and got tunnel vision. It pretty much went away after I eliminated the salt water. I was also very gassy.. I think it is old 'crap' being stirred up. I feel better now. I had a lemonade with 2 tablespoons of syrup, which I usually don't do, only because it is way too sweet for me. I have also been upping my cayenne pepper quite a bit. I couldn't take much the first time around. Now it doesn't bother me at all and I feel like it keeps my metabolism racing and helps the lemon juice scrub my insides.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
cha ching!!
Organic lemons on sale at my Whole Foods, $1.99 a lb.
I also noticed they sell Sea Salt in the bulk bins for .59 cents an lb.
I also noticed they sell Sea Salt in the bulk bins for .59 cents an lb.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Day 6
This cleanse has been way easier than my last one. I think maybe because my body is cleaner, but also because the weather is so much better. It is so nice to be able to go outside in the sunshine and fresh air, rather then sit in front of the tv because it was too cold to do anything else.
I had so much energy yesterday that I went for 2 super long walks, the second one ending with a bit of running towards the end. I also had a bit of a hard time falling asleep. I could have gone for a run at 2 am, I was buzzing with so much energy. But I laid in bed and listened to hypno/positive thinking tapes.
I had so much energy yesterday that I went for 2 super long walks, the second one ending with a bit of running towards the end. I also had a bit of a hard time falling asleep. I could have gone for a run at 2 am, I was buzzing with so much energy. But I laid in bed and listened to hypno/positive thinking tapes.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Kickin it old school with Jack
I have a friend who is 38 that looks like she is 23 or so. She always gets carded at bars and once was even accused of having a fake ID because the guy did not believe she was 38.
She is anti botox and all that garbage. I know she uses organic products like Dr. Hauschka, but I finally got her real secret.
Her mom had taught her face exercises that she has done herself for the last 40 years. They were from the Jack Lalanne Show from way back in the 50's. My friend said that she does these at least every other day while she is in the shower.
I looked on you tube and found the old show clips!! They are pretty funny looking, but I am going to start doing them today! Hopefully I get the amazing skin this time around on the Cleanse that most people say they get, and doing this on top of it, maybe I will look 19 again!!
This guy has all the clips, here.
There seem to be 30 different clips of the face exercises from different shows, but they are all pretty similar. I think there are like 6 exercises in total.
I also watched some of the other clips and am amazed how far ahead of his time this guy was. Telling people to cut out white flour, white sugar etc! He is awesome.
One of the 'Face Shows'
She is anti botox and all that garbage. I know she uses organic products like Dr. Hauschka, but I finally got her real secret.
Her mom had taught her face exercises that she has done herself for the last 40 years. They were from the Jack Lalanne Show from way back in the 50's. My friend said that she does these at least every other day while she is in the shower.
I looked on you tube and found the old show clips!! They are pretty funny looking, but I am going to start doing them today! Hopefully I get the amazing skin this time around on the Cleanse that most people say they get, and doing this on top of it, maybe I will look 19 again!!
This guy has all the clips, here.
There seem to be 30 different clips of the face exercises from different shows, but they are all pretty similar. I think there are like 6 exercises in total.
I also watched some of the other clips and am amazed how far ahead of his time this guy was. Telling people to cut out white flour, white sugar etc! He is awesome.
One of the 'Face Shows'
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Teeth
I know some people obsessively brush their teeth on the Master Cleanse, worrying about the acid of the lemons and their teeth. I just read this on MSN, which I would think would apply to the lemondade.
The Acid Bath
On the surface it makes sense: Brush your teeth after breakfast. Problem is, cereal, bananas, and OJ are acidic, and if you eat them and then brush right away, you'll remove some of the temporarily softened tooth enamel. The remedy? Wait 20 minutes before you brush, says David Bartlett, B.D.S., Ph.D., a British expert on dental erosion.
Day 4
Well, today I am in detox mode. My first 3 days were easy. There is always the little nagging temptation to quit, or the I could just start again tomorrows, but I got by that. Yesterday I had crazy energy. I went for a 2 hour walk out by the lake.
Today, I was groggy feeling in the morning. I have been taking it easy. My tongue got the fuzzy whites today also. My BIG mistake though was doing the laxative tea in the morning. I have always done the SWF in the mornings but got up so late today that I thought I would try the tea this once.
I have had a cramping stomach all afternoon, and had to sit on the toilet for quite a long time. I also feel dehydrated. The SWF is gross and sucks to do, but at least you know what to expect. You know is is gonna come out and by what time and there is no stomach ace or cramps involved. I wasn't really going to go out or exercise today anyway, but if I wanted to, I doubt I could with these stomach cramps.
SWF from now on!
Today, I was groggy feeling in the morning. I have been taking it easy. My tongue got the fuzzy whites today also. My BIG mistake though was doing the laxative tea in the morning. I have always done the SWF in the mornings but got up so late today that I thought I would try the tea this once.
I have had a cramping stomach all afternoon, and had to sit on the toilet for quite a long time. I also feel dehydrated. The SWF is gross and sucks to do, but at least you know what to expect. You know is is gonna come out and by what time and there is no stomach ace or cramps involved. I wasn't really going to go out or exercise today anyway, but if I wanted to, I doubt I could with these stomach cramps.
SWF from now on!
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Cleansing Again!!
I am on day 3 of my 5th cleanse, if you count the short (under 6 days) ones, or my 2nd if you only count my long one.
I am doing this one for more spiritual reasons this time. I lost weight on my last one, but I didn't seem to gain some of the other benefits. I read Tom Woloshyn's book and am excited to be doing it again.
He has many great tips and tricks and has worked with Stanley Burroughs personally, so his advice is great. Get it if you can, or check it out of the library.
Peter Glickman also wrote a pretty good one. You can read almost half of it for free on Google Books.
Check it out!
I am doing this one for more spiritual reasons this time. I lost weight on my last one, but I didn't seem to gain some of the other benefits. I read Tom Woloshyn's book and am excited to be doing it again.
He has many great tips and tricks and has worked with Stanley Burroughs personally, so his advice is great. Get it if you can, or check it out of the library.
Peter Glickman also wrote a pretty good one. You can read almost half of it for free on Google Books.
Check it out!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Plastic Can Make You Fat?
Bisphenol A, which leaches out of the many plastic items used to package and store the things we eat and drink, may not only cause breast and prostate cancer and neurological disorders but may also cause obesity..
Google it!
Google it!
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Another great resource..
SKIN DEEP - Cosmetic Safety Database
Skin Deep pairs ingredients in more than 25,000 products against 50 definitive toxicity and regulatory databases, making it the largest integrated data resource of its kind. Why did a small nonprofit take on such a big project? Because the FDA doesn't require companies to test their own products for safety.
SKIN DEEP - Cosmetic Safety Database
Skin Deep pairs ingredients in more than 25,000 products against 50 definitive toxicity and regulatory databases, making it the largest integrated data resource of its kind. Why did a small nonprofit take on such a big project? Because the FDA doesn't require companies to test their own products for safety.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Would you go to a restaurant and drink a Master Cleanse Martini?
Pretty cute little article about it here..
It was written by Sarma Melngailis who is a fantastic and beautiful raw food inspiration!
Pretty cute little article about it here..
It was written by Sarma Melngailis who is a fantastic and beautiful raw food inspiration!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
More about detox symptoms
From Ron Lagerquist
http://www.freedomyou.com
Fasting is like cleaning out a filthy garage, twenty, thirty, maybe fifty years of harmful food latent in every cell. Sometimes things must get worse before they get better. This has never been truer than with fasting. Fasting stirs up toxins on a cellular and spiritual level, resulting in days of discomfort. They surface in the forms of bad breath, cankers, nausea, feelings of sadness, remorse, even depression. All this can convince the faint of heart, fasting is bad.
What you are about to read are common physical reactions to fasting. These reactions are not symptoms of fasting but years of neglect. I have often tried to imagine what the fasting experience was like during Jesus’ day. Their Lifestyle was severe, eating a simple diet consisting of organic whole foods; their air and water was absent from the soup of pollutants we are forced to assimilate daily. Fasting was a part of their faith; they often went short periods of time without food. If Peter or John read the list below, I think they would be surprised. We have talked about the law of sowing and reaping. The intensity of the following physical reactions will be a tangible measurement of your level of toxicity. Sometimes we must reap a bad harvest to make room for good seed, a body cleaned to receive a new diet.
Hunger
Most are surprised by the disappearance of hunger once the border is crossed into fasting’s land of silence. After a day or two, hunger’s voice will be rare indeed. Craving can continue on for some days longer, and then at last stillness, leaving the deep groans of the soul. Once the body quiets, the richer connection with our spiritual hunger can be felt. There is nothing like it! Wonderful freedom comes when flesh is forced into silence, sharpening perception of the greatest sound of all; God’s still small voice.
The odd time hunger can flare up, more often in a juice fast than water. This could be due to excessive pulp in the juice, reawakening digestion. If hunger persists, try straining your juice or adding some prune juice to clean out the digestive tract.
Weakness
Water fasting will result in weakness and lack of energy. There can even be dips in stamina during a juice fast if you have a high metabolism. Weakness is a vital part of fasting’s slowing down process. Embrace this wonderful quieting state, your expectations should be adjusted when planning a fast. Give yourself lots of down time; enjoy the holiday away from the hustle and bustle.
Backaches
Back pain can increase due to toxins in the lower intestine. Blood vessels that draw nutrients from the colon are very close to the nerves of the spine. Back pain will often decrease after elimination of the toxins. Back exercises can also relieve some pain. A cold pack also will help. Using the enema kit will be the best remedy.
Bad Breath
Waste passes through the lungs, which are an eliminative organ. Brushing the tongue with a toothbrush using dental floss and rinsing with mouthwash will reduce bad breath.
Cankers
Toxic build-up in the mouth and the absence of the washing-action of chewing food can allow an increase of bacteria between the teeth. The tongue becomes coated with waste. To stop cankers, gargle with sea salt mixed with water several times daily. Dabbing the sore with tea tree oil or vitamin E quickens the healing process.
Cold Virus
Mucoid is the perfect food for viruses. Toxins weaken the immune system. When large quantities of toxins and mucus are in the blood due to a fast, they can cause susceptibility to colds. To fight a cold, continue fasting to eliminate mucus. Increase intake of citrus juices.
Blackouts
During fasting the body conserves energy. The heart pumps slower and blood pressure lowers. Standing or moving quickly from a resting position will cause the blood to flow to the legs, causing blackouts and dizziness. To stop blackouts get down on one knee or sit. Lowering your center of gravity will instantly stop a blackout. Blackouts are more frequent during water fasting.
Diarrhea
Fruit juices have a laxative effect which is more pronounced after water fasting. The enema kit or using phylum husk during diarrhea helps regulate diarrhea.
Headaches
Toxins can cause muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders. This can result in tension headaches. Massaging the neck and shoulders will help relieve the tension. The herb Fever Few, which is available in health food stores, is well worth trying.
Muscle Tightness
The muscles may become tight and sore due to toxin irritation. The legs can be affected, as toxins accumulate in the large muscles. A self-massage, hot baths, stretching and exercising will help to release the toxins.
Nausea
When waste is released too quickly by the lymph glands some of the toxic overload is taken by the liver and secreted with bile into the stomach. This causes nausea. Drinking water or carrot juice will dilute the bile and toxin mixture, helping to flush it from the system.
Nervousness
The elimination of toxins can irritate damaged nerves. Light exercise will relieve tension. Use quarter slices of avocado to slow the fast.
Skin Disturbances
People with problem-free skin may have a few days of pimples or boils. A pallid complexion is also a sign of waste in the blood. When cleansed of mucus and toxins the skin will be healthy, soft and unblemished.
Tiredness
Sleepiness is normal during water or restricted juice fasting. Very few people receive enough rest, so enjoy the extra sleep; it may be as healing and rejuvenating as the fast itself.
Ron Lagerquist
http://www.freedomyou.com
Fasting is like cleaning out a filthy garage, twenty, thirty, maybe fifty years of harmful food latent in every cell. Sometimes things must get worse before they get better. This has never been truer than with fasting. Fasting stirs up toxins on a cellular and spiritual level, resulting in days of discomfort. They surface in the forms of bad breath, cankers, nausea, feelings of sadness, remorse, even depression. All this can convince the faint of heart, fasting is bad.
What you are about to read are common physical reactions to fasting. These reactions are not symptoms of fasting but years of neglect. I have often tried to imagine what the fasting experience was like during Jesus’ day. Their Lifestyle was severe, eating a simple diet consisting of organic whole foods; their air and water was absent from the soup of pollutants we are forced to assimilate daily. Fasting was a part of their faith; they often went short periods of time without food. If Peter or John read the list below, I think they would be surprised. We have talked about the law of sowing and reaping. The intensity of the following physical reactions will be a tangible measurement of your level of toxicity. Sometimes we must reap a bad harvest to make room for good seed, a body cleaned to receive a new diet.
Hunger
Most are surprised by the disappearance of hunger once the border is crossed into fasting’s land of silence. After a day or two, hunger’s voice will be rare indeed. Craving can continue on for some days longer, and then at last stillness, leaving the deep groans of the soul. Once the body quiets, the richer connection with our spiritual hunger can be felt. There is nothing like it! Wonderful freedom comes when flesh is forced into silence, sharpening perception of the greatest sound of all; God’s still small voice.
The odd time hunger can flare up, more often in a juice fast than water. This could be due to excessive pulp in the juice, reawakening digestion. If hunger persists, try straining your juice or adding some prune juice to clean out the digestive tract.
Weakness
Water fasting will result in weakness and lack of energy. There can even be dips in stamina during a juice fast if you have a high metabolism. Weakness is a vital part of fasting’s slowing down process. Embrace this wonderful quieting state, your expectations should be adjusted when planning a fast. Give yourself lots of down time; enjoy the holiday away from the hustle and bustle.
Backaches
Back pain can increase due to toxins in the lower intestine. Blood vessels that draw nutrients from the colon are very close to the nerves of the spine. Back pain will often decrease after elimination of the toxins. Back exercises can also relieve some pain. A cold pack also will help. Using the enema kit will be the best remedy.
Bad Breath
Waste passes through the lungs, which are an eliminative organ. Brushing the tongue with a toothbrush using dental floss and rinsing with mouthwash will reduce bad breath.
Cankers
Toxic build-up in the mouth and the absence of the washing-action of chewing food can allow an increase of bacteria between the teeth. The tongue becomes coated with waste. To stop cankers, gargle with sea salt mixed with water several times daily. Dabbing the sore with tea tree oil or vitamin E quickens the healing process.
Cold Virus
Mucoid is the perfect food for viruses. Toxins weaken the immune system. When large quantities of toxins and mucus are in the blood due to a fast, they can cause susceptibility to colds. To fight a cold, continue fasting to eliminate mucus. Increase intake of citrus juices.
Blackouts
During fasting the body conserves energy. The heart pumps slower and blood pressure lowers. Standing or moving quickly from a resting position will cause the blood to flow to the legs, causing blackouts and dizziness. To stop blackouts get down on one knee or sit. Lowering your center of gravity will instantly stop a blackout. Blackouts are more frequent during water fasting.
Diarrhea
Fruit juices have a laxative effect which is more pronounced after water fasting. The enema kit or using phylum husk during diarrhea helps regulate diarrhea.
Headaches
Toxins can cause muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders. This can result in tension headaches. Massaging the neck and shoulders will help relieve the tension. The herb Fever Few, which is available in health food stores, is well worth trying.
Muscle Tightness
The muscles may become tight and sore due to toxin irritation. The legs can be affected, as toxins accumulate in the large muscles. A self-massage, hot baths, stretching and exercising will help to release the toxins.
Nausea
When waste is released too quickly by the lymph glands some of the toxic overload is taken by the liver and secreted with bile into the stomach. This causes nausea. Drinking water or carrot juice will dilute the bile and toxin mixture, helping to flush it from the system.
Nervousness
The elimination of toxins can irritate damaged nerves. Light exercise will relieve tension. Use quarter slices of avocado to slow the fast.
Skin Disturbances
People with problem-free skin may have a few days of pimples or boils. A pallid complexion is also a sign of waste in the blood. When cleansed of mucus and toxins the skin will be healthy, soft and unblemished.
Tiredness
Sleepiness is normal during water or restricted juice fasting. Very few people receive enough rest, so enjoy the extra sleep; it may be as healing and rejuvenating as the fast itself.
Ron Lagerquist
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