Why Cleanse? Many people have different reasons for wanting to clean things out every now and then. Not only have I decided to clean out my closets, I have also made a choice to start the Master Cleanse. The Master Cleanse is a 10 day body flush that consists of drinking a 32 ounce salt water "flush" in the morning, this is designed to clear away toxins and debris within the intestines. In addition to the "flush" the bulk of the "food" that I will be taking in consists of this little concoction:
8 0z. filtered water
2 tbs. maple syrup
2 tbs. organic lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
pinch or so of cayenne pepper
The cleanse plan advises around 12 cups of this lemon concoction a day.
In the evening, just before bed, I will be drinking a nice hot cup of smooth move organic tea.
Wow! It sounds like a lot of liquids, good thing I will be home alot.
At the end of 10 days (Actual cleanse can be done up to 40 days) The creator of this particular diet Stanley Burroughs suggest that users will feel lighter, fresh, alert and energetic. This doesn't sound so bad eh?
Day 1: It is 10:30 a.m. I am currently reading "Be Here Now" by Ram Dass. It has really inspired me in so many ways. If you think about it, many historical spirtual people suggest fasting, or cleansing as a way to connect with the self. Just a few of these figures you may recognize, Jesus Christ, Martin Luther King, Ghandi, and just about any major historical figure in Yoga. In addition to my cleanse, I am slowing things down, reading more and journaling.
My salt water "flush" is down, in addition to my first glass of lemonade. So far so good. The salt water drink wasn't horrible but not the best thing in the world either. The lemon/syrup drink is pretty tasty and filling. We will see how the rest of the day goes!
Sunday, May 17, 2009
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