Sorry I have been slacking. I actually went out this weekend! I guess I needed it after staying cooped up for 2 weeks, avoiding people who had food.... So first and foremost I'll discuss my diet for the past few days.
Friday was orange juice day, and let me tell you, I was starving! It was a new sensation considering the lemonade kept me full, I'm not lying. I have been cutting my OJ. That day I did 8oz OJ, 8oz purified water. I also snuck 2 small pieces of a soft pretzel. I know I shouldn't have, but someone brought in a bag to work and I was hungry and wanted to chew. That evening I also had some lettuce before going out, although again I wasn't supposed to. Friday I also cut up all the vegetables and made a huge pot of soup. I will list what I put in, but I made a huge pot, so if you want the recipe, ask me for more detail.
about 8-10 or so small red bliss potatoes, halved
2 stalks of celery
2 carrots
1 fresh tomato
a package of frozen spinach, thawed
1 turnip root
1 half of a zuchinni
1 half of a yellow squash
1 half of a white onion
garbanzo beans
lima beans
kidney beans (handful of each, all dried beans that I let soak, not canned)
1 cup brown rice
a bunch of fresh parsley and dill tied together (to be removed after)
3-4 vegan unsalted boullion cubes
and a tsp of each of the following:
coriander
cumin
sweet basil
garlic
cayenne pepper
sea salt
black pepper
I let it come to a boil, then took it down to low and let it cook for about 2 hours. I think it tastes great, but there is not really much salt. You are supposed to enjoy the taste of the vegetables. Now that I have been eating it for a few days, I add a pinch more sea salt before eating. Things that are really salty are unappealing to me though.
Saturday, I had OJ for breakfast. I am still cutting the juice, half juice, half water. It's too sweet if I don't. For lunch I had soup again. I also had between 5 and 10 almonds and a couple little tiny chocolate cookies from trader joes. They looked like dog treats, but tasted awesome. Bad, I know. I had OJ and a banana before going out. While I was out I had a salad with a little bit of an olive oil based dressing that I dipped into occasionally. I ate an olive that was in my salad and it was way too salty for me. That made me sad because I love olives and martinis. I guess it will take some getting used to.
Yesterday, I slept in as I did all weekend. I was out til close Friday and Saturday and I needed to rest. I also didn't nap all weekend long. For breakfast I had OJ, cut, and some strawberries and blackberries. I had soup for lunch, again. Then for dinner, I roasted some zuchinni, yellow squash, red pepper and onion with fresh paste and sliced garlic., olive oil, sea salt and black pepper. I also made a mediterranean tomato salad with cucumber, red onion, olive oil, chopped fresh parsley, fresh garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and squeeze of lemon juice. It was delicious. I had some green grapes and a handful of pretzel nibs in the evening. I also made a salad last night for the week with lettuce, carrots, celery, red pepper, mushrooms and cucumber.
Today I didn't go to work, which I'll get to in a minute. I had OJ when I got up, then soup and a small salad for lunch with olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper.
Friday, I started to not feel well. I was wondering if it was because I was not ready to stop the lemonade, I couldn't figure it out. I had about 3 glasses of cut OJ during the day but my throat was hurting and I felt run down. On my way home from work, I remembered I was supposed to start taking vitamins that day. The cleanse rids your body of all toxins, which includes both bad and good bacteria. You need the good bacteria to keep up your immune. I had bought Probiotics and Flax Seed Oil capsules. The proboitics include the good bacteria you would find in yogurt. Read up on both of these, they are amazing for you. I took two of each when I got home and I felt better. So I went out that evening, didn't drink, just had water with lemon squeezed in.
Saturday, my throat was feeling better, I continued to take the vitamins including a regular One a Day vitamin. It was my own fault for forgetting the day before, so I tried to take it easy that day before going out. I slept in, ran a few errands and laid out. I did not go to the bathroom at all Saturday, which made me kind-of nervous. It was a change from the previous 2 weeks where I went regularly, but different. (ask if you really want to know)
Yesterday, I again slept in, continued to take the vitamins and just relaxed as I always do on Sundays. I finally went to the bathroom, a few times in fact which I wasn't expecting.
Today I woke up, showered and got ready for work. As I was about to leave, I realized I have a slight cold and my voice is kind-of shot and my job consists of talking all day, so I went upstairs and got back in bed. I am run down from the weekend and my body probably fighting to stay healthy. I have the sick days to take, so might as well let myself rest so I don't get worse. I plan to eat the rest of the roasted vegetables for dinner with some couscous and possibly a tomato salad again.
Friday I measured and weighed myself...
I lost an inch and a half around my bust, a half of an inch from my waist and hips and an inch and a half in each of my thighs. I lost 5 1/2 lbs total, according to the scale on Friday, but I am pretty sure I lost another pound since then. The only reason I know this is because I had my period last week and I can see that I lost some of the water weight. I definitely didn't do this to lose weight, it is just one of the added benefits to a cleanse. I intend on staying healthy, eating what I want when I have a craving, in moderation, and walking and doing pilates to keep it up. I plan on staying ovo-lacto vegetarian because I will eat dairy, but not as often as I used to. Carbs and too much dairy make me gain weight and drag me down energy-wise. I plan on keeping a predominately vegan diet for the meantime. I would definitely consider doing a cleanse again, but not unless I felt I needed to. If you are a healthy person, you don't really need to cleanse your system. If you have any specific questions about anything that I haven't posted, please ask! Overall, I think this was a great experience for me and I will write in with little updates if I feel there is something pertinent you should know.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Day 12, last day!
WOOHOO! Last day of lemonade. I'm excited, can you tell? I am a bit worried about tomorrow, the book says orange juice, it doesn't say lemonade and orange juice. How am I supposed to drink just o.j. all day and be full? I think I am going to bring some lemonade with me as well just in case. I am going to the market in a little bit to buy vegetables for my soup which I am practically salivating for. I don't know how I'm going to be able to wait until Saturday for it.
I think the hardest part now will be staying healthy once I begin to eat again. I know I will start off healthy, but I wonder how long I can go. I like the way I feel internally and I like the way I look. I want to start working out regularly which will help me eat what I want, in moderation. I really think I lost a few pounds and I plan to keep it off. I am sure it is not just water weight because I am narrower and all of my clothes fit nicely, even a bit loose, but comfortably.
Today was great just because I was excited I made it so far and that I am done. I am going to get measured tonight and I will let you know tomorrow how much, if anything, I lost. There could be some effects after the diet, like having trouble eating normally again, and if so you need to do lemonade again for a few days. Even if I don't feel right, I don't wanna do just lemonade again. I really think I am ready for food, I feel done. I feel good. Now I just have to get my butt to the gym.
I think the hardest part now will be staying healthy once I begin to eat again. I know I will start off healthy, but I wonder how long I can go. I like the way I feel internally and I like the way I look. I want to start working out regularly which will help me eat what I want, in moderation. I really think I lost a few pounds and I plan to keep it off. I am sure it is not just water weight because I am narrower and all of my clothes fit nicely, even a bit loose, but comfortably.
Today was great just because I was excited I made it so far and that I am done. I am going to get measured tonight and I will let you know tomorrow how much, if anything, I lost. There could be some effects after the diet, like having trouble eating normally again, and if so you need to do lemonade again for a few days. Even if I don't feel right, I don't wanna do just lemonade again. I really think I am ready for food, I feel done. I feel good. Now I just have to get my butt to the gym.
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Day 11
I just got back from Detroit, it was a really fast trip. I stayed in such a sick hotel. Too bad it was in the ghetto. I made enough lemonade to last me tomorrow until I get home from work, and I plan to go to bed early. I am tired! Tomorrow is my last day of just lemonade. Friday I am incorporating orange juice, and Saturday I am making my homemade soup. Sunday begins salad and fruit. I am so excited, finally! I know it is time to be done because I feel good and energized, my tongue is pink (it gets a little "coated" while you begin to eliminate toxins), and I am just ready to be done.
The woman who checked me in at the hotel is in the process of her 2nd cleanse. It was awesome meeting someone else who had done it before with good results. She is doing it again because she can't shake a cold. Travelling was kind of crappy while on this. I had to make sure to finish my drinks before going through security and just drink water until I got to my hotel and was able to make more lemonade. It made me realize that I eat a lot when I travel, just because there is food around and probably because I am bored. Yea so it sucked, but I made it through.
While travelling I thought of things I wanted to share that I learned this past week and a half for anyone who might be considering doing a master cleanse.
My Top 10 Master Cleanse Tips
1. Make sure you are doing it for good reason. A bad example of why to do it is to lose weight. A good example is because you feel run down and unhealthy.
2. Buy some type of juicer. I bought one that I believe was around $6. It is a glass jar with a screw on juicer top that you turn a lemon half on. Don't think you can juice lemons by hand for 10 days, you'll waste time, energy and juice.
3. Use a combination of lemons and limes. I discovered this on around the 5th day and wished I had sooner. For one, it tastes good, a little sweeter. Limes also are much juicer than lemons are, but lemons have more pulp.
4. Use a much pulp as possible. You need to chew on something or you'll go nuts. Having lots of pulp is really helpful not to mention good for you.
5. Make sure to rinse you mouth out after drinking a glass of lemonade, better yet brush your teeth. You don't want to leave the acidic juice on your teeth so it can eat away at your enamel.
6. Use coconut oil as a moisturizer. It is all natural and you can use it both inside and outside of your body. You don't need a lot at a time or you will be greasy.
7. Take your measurements and weigh yourself before and after. I am excited to see my final results.
8. Don't drink the laxative tea every night. It's not good for you. As with any muscle, you use it or you lose it. I suggest every other day, maybe 2 days on, 1 day off. Drink it for the first 4 nights or so, then see how you feel and make a decision. It hurts your tummy, but it works.
9. The salt water is gross, but drink it anyway. You might need the whole quart, your stomach will let you know! In the beginning when I couldn't stand it, I was drink 1 cup. Now I can do about 2 cups. It is essential to rid your body of the stuff that has been loosened up from the tea during the night.
10. Listen to your body! This is definitely the most important part of the master cleanse. Maybe it isn't right for you, maybe you need more than the 10 day minimum. Everyone is different and you need to figure out what works for you.
It's off to bed, I have a long day ahead of me tomorrow. Yay for it being my last full day of drinking just lemonade!
The woman who checked me in at the hotel is in the process of her 2nd cleanse. It was awesome meeting someone else who had done it before with good results. She is doing it again because she can't shake a cold. Travelling was kind of crappy while on this. I had to make sure to finish my drinks before going through security and just drink water until I got to my hotel and was able to make more lemonade. It made me realize that I eat a lot when I travel, just because there is food around and probably because I am bored. Yea so it sucked, but I made it through.
While travelling I thought of things I wanted to share that I learned this past week and a half for anyone who might be considering doing a master cleanse.
My Top 10 Master Cleanse Tips
1. Make sure you are doing it for good reason. A bad example of why to do it is to lose weight. A good example is because you feel run down and unhealthy.
2. Buy some type of juicer. I bought one that I believe was around $6. It is a glass jar with a screw on juicer top that you turn a lemon half on. Don't think you can juice lemons by hand for 10 days, you'll waste time, energy and juice.
3. Use a combination of lemons and limes. I discovered this on around the 5th day and wished I had sooner. For one, it tastes good, a little sweeter. Limes also are much juicer than lemons are, but lemons have more pulp.
4. Use a much pulp as possible. You need to chew on something or you'll go nuts. Having lots of pulp is really helpful not to mention good for you.
5. Make sure to rinse you mouth out after drinking a glass of lemonade, better yet brush your teeth. You don't want to leave the acidic juice on your teeth so it can eat away at your enamel.
6. Use coconut oil as a moisturizer. It is all natural and you can use it both inside and outside of your body. You don't need a lot at a time or you will be greasy.
7. Take your measurements and weigh yourself before and after. I am excited to see my final results.
8. Don't drink the laxative tea every night. It's not good for you. As with any muscle, you use it or you lose it. I suggest every other day, maybe 2 days on, 1 day off. Drink it for the first 4 nights or so, then see how you feel and make a decision. It hurts your tummy, but it works.
9. The salt water is gross, but drink it anyway. You might need the whole quart, your stomach will let you know! In the beginning when I couldn't stand it, I was drink 1 cup. Now I can do about 2 cups. It is essential to rid your body of the stuff that has been loosened up from the tea during the night.
10. Listen to your body! This is definitely the most important part of the master cleanse. Maybe it isn't right for you, maybe you need more than the 10 day minimum. Everyone is different and you need to figure out what works for you.
It's off to bed, I have a long day ahead of me tomorrow. Yay for it being my last full day of drinking just lemonade!
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
...Day 10
Sorry I haven't written in a few days. Things have been crazy busy. I am leaving for Detroit for work in a few hours and am trying to get this in before I go. I have been getting so excited to eat! I bought lots of yummy healthy food at Wegman's the other day and can't wait to begin cooking. I am bringing all my lemonade supplies with me and checking my bag for a 24 hour trip. I can't just start eating normal out of nowhere, I'll get sick. I am feeling good, like I am almost done. I could definitely go on for longer, but I miss the taste of food. I am going to try to eat as healthy as I can. I will eat foods if I want them, but in moderation. I am going to go as vegan as possible... but I still love cheese! I am not going to give all dairy up completely, just cut back on it as much as I can.
Today is the 10th day! At the end of the day today I could feasibly stop if I wanted to. This trip is making that difficult though. I am going to go on until at least Thursday, we will see how far I make it through the weekend. My tentative plan is to begin drinking juice Friday and cook soup Saturday when I actually have the time to. Part of my wants to see how long I can go, but my more reasonable side says enough, eat! I feel better, I look better in my clothes and I'm inspired to work out and be more healthy all around. I am feeling like my cleanse is nearing it's end. I think you know when you should stop, you need to listen to your body. I know some people have done this for weeks at a time and may have needed to, but I think around 2 weeks will be sufficient for me.
Okay time to get back to working... be back tomorrow.
Today is the 10th day! At the end of the day today I could feasibly stop if I wanted to. This trip is making that difficult though. I am going to go on until at least Thursday, we will see how far I make it through the weekend. My tentative plan is to begin drinking juice Friday and cook soup Saturday when I actually have the time to. Part of my wants to see how long I can go, but my more reasonable side says enough, eat! I feel better, I look better in my clothes and I'm inspired to work out and be more healthy all around. I am feeling like my cleanse is nearing it's end. I think you know when you should stop, you need to listen to your body. I know some people have done this for weeks at a time and may have needed to, but I think around 2 weeks will be sufficient for me.
Okay time to get back to working... be back tomorrow.
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Week 1 over, Day 8
Sorry I didn't write yesterday, I had a lot of errands to run. I finally bought more maple syrup, which was a relief. I was worried I wasn't going to find any. I have been making my drinks 2 or 3 at a time instead of by the day and I think they taste better fresh. They also taste better because there is not extra lemon juice in them, which also makes them easier to drink. I went to the Phillies game last night and let me tell you it was so hard not to eat fries and soft pretzels and everything else around me. I did stay strong though. The best thing that has happened so far this weekend is I finally tried on the stack of jeans that I have not worn in months. The last time I tried them on, they were tight and I didn't feel comfortable sitting in them all day at work. Well, they all fit again! It was nice to have more options when dressing. Things just fit right again and I am really happy about that.
I slept in today, I really needed it. I have a busy week ahead of me. I am going to Detroit from work and I decided I will check my bag so I am able to bring all of my things with me in order to make lemonade. I can't stop drinking and just start eating normal foods out of nowhere. You have to wean yourself back onto regular eating with juice and homeade soup, then salad. It has been making me think about the foods I am going to begin eating next weekend. I think I am going to continue until around Friday, maybe start drinking orange juice Friday or Saturday. Next Friday would make 13 full days. I will see how I am feeling, I haven't made a final decision yet. But, I am excited to go food shopping for healthy food. I don't think I am going to drink the Senna leaf tea anymore. I know I said that before, but it woke me up at 4am, really hurting my stomach. I don't think I really need it anyway. I took nexium last night as well, I was getting my first bout of heartburn since starting. It wasn't really that bad and the nexium took it away.
It was great being able to relax this weekend, I hope it carries on through this week. Overall, I feel good. I still get a bit tired and want to eat everything under the sun, but I know I've come really far and I will definitely finish. Although most food seem appealing, I am very motivated to eat healthy once I am done. I won't cut out "bad" foods all the way, if I want stuffed shells I am going to eat them. I am just going to try to eat unhealthy foods in moderation. It feels too good to not be weighed down by preservatives and heavy amounts of carbohydrates. I hope everyone had a good weekend and has an even better week.
I slept in today, I really needed it. I have a busy week ahead of me. I am going to Detroit from work and I decided I will check my bag so I am able to bring all of my things with me in order to make lemonade. I can't stop drinking and just start eating normal foods out of nowhere. You have to wean yourself back onto regular eating with juice and homeade soup, then salad. It has been making me think about the foods I am going to begin eating next weekend. I think I am going to continue until around Friday, maybe start drinking orange juice Friday or Saturday. Next Friday would make 13 full days. I will see how I am feeling, I haven't made a final decision yet. But, I am excited to go food shopping for healthy food. I don't think I am going to drink the Senna leaf tea anymore. I know I said that before, but it woke me up at 4am, really hurting my stomach. I don't think I really need it anyway. I took nexium last night as well, I was getting my first bout of heartburn since starting. It wasn't really that bad and the nexium took it away.
It was great being able to relax this weekend, I hope it carries on through this week. Overall, I feel good. I still get a bit tired and want to eat everything under the sun, but I know I've come really far and I will definitely finish. Although most food seem appealing, I am very motivated to eat healthy once I am done. I won't cut out "bad" foods all the way, if I want stuffed shells I am going to eat them. I am just going to try to eat unhealthy foods in moderation. It feels too good to not be weighed down by preservatives and heavy amounts of carbohydrates. I hope everyone had a good weekend and has an even better week.
Friday, August 10, 2007
Day 6
Well I have to say, I can't believe its been almost 6 full days already. I'm very glad its the weekend because I am very tired. I am hitting the point where the toxins are definitely leaving my system and it's making me so beat. I'm sure I will catch up on rest this weekend and then feel better. Everyone says when you feel one way or want one certain thing one day, the next day those toxins leave you and so does the craving. Today I really wanted a salad from Super Fresh's salad bar, what I get for lunch a lot. Mmmm. My sister told me my jeans look loose around my butt and legs. I think they could just be stretched out, but something like that makes me want to keep going. Today something really hit me. I read this woman's blog who did a 20 day clease and afterwards she had lost her desire to fall asleep with the tv on sleep timer. I have not fallen asleep without the tv on for the longest time. I can't even remember the last time I didn't, unless I drank a lot that night. I have noticed the past two days I have had trouble falling asleep with the tv on. Already bad habits like that are being removed from my system.
I can't wait to go food shopping for healthy food. I always have a lot of fruit and vegetables in my house, but I still need some provisions. I bought Kashi at Sam's Club today, a start. I think I might go to back tomorrow, or to Wegman's. I'm not in the mood to go out tonight and watch people drink. Actually it wouldn't be the drinking that would bother me as much as not being able to bring my lemonade into a bar, paying cover to not drink (all the local bars here have cover), and most of all being so exhausted. I'm going to go lay on my sofa, and I must say I'm very excited about it.
I can't wait to go food shopping for healthy food. I always have a lot of fruit and vegetables in my house, but I still need some provisions. I bought Kashi at Sam's Club today, a start. I think I might go to back tomorrow, or to Wegman's. I'm not in the mood to go out tonight and watch people drink. Actually it wouldn't be the drinking that would bother me as much as not being able to bring my lemonade into a bar, paying cover to not drink (all the local bars here have cover), and most of all being so exhausted. I'm going to go lay on my sofa, and I must say I'm very excited about it.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Day 5
I'm so glad it's almost the weekend! I was very tired today, I just fell asleep watching the Phillies game. Once I am done writing, I'm going to bed for real. I think Monday night staying up so late really messed me up. I'm sure this cleanse isn't helping. Today I didn't feel 100% when I woke up. I think once I sleep in this weekend, I'll feel better. I decided to drink the Senna tea tonight, I probably won't again tomorrow though. Although I didn't last night, I did drink the salt water in the morning and my stomach was fine and I was regular. Today on my lunch, I went to the other Whole Foods and they didn't have any Grade B Maple syrup either. This guy who works there asked me "Are you doing the Beyonce diet?" I told him no, I'm doing the master cleanse, but that is what Beyonce did. He said that is why they are out of syrup, because this cleanse is so popular. On one hand, I had to get out of the office, on the other I could have ran other errands. I can't sit at work around lunchtime and watch people eat and smell all the yummy food, ha.
I am definitely noticing a loss of fat, especially around my middle. It's good to see progress. One bizarre thing I've noticed that has been happening the past few days is that I have gotten hiccups. Maybe it's because I'm drinking so much fluid? It's weird. With that I'm going to bed. Sorry I wasn't more interesting today, I am too tired on Thursdays and I need my beauty rest.
I am definitely noticing a loss of fat, especially around my middle. It's good to see progress. One bizarre thing I've noticed that has been happening the past few days is that I have gotten hiccups. Maybe it's because I'm drinking so much fluid? It's weird. With that I'm going to bed. Sorry I wasn't more interesting today, I am too tired on Thursdays and I need my beauty rest.
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Day 4
Today was just an average day. My energy wasn't as high as it has been, but on the other hand I didn't feel like I needed coffee to make it through the day. I have a small lump in the roof of my mouth, far back. I think it is a swollen gland, it doesn't hurt though. I have noticed my mind feels more clear. I feel organized when doing routine activities which is cool.
A few people at work were giving me crap about what I am doing, telling me I am stupid and being unhealthy. One person even told me they got really sick from doing a cleanse. I explained why I was doing it, not as a crash diet, like she was. No one really listened to me. I got pretty annoyed and discouraged but I decided I'm just going to ignore people who are judgemental about this because I feel good and I know I am doing it the right way. I have only heard good reviews from people who have completed a Master Cleanse before today. She did her own type- one from a box and some apply cider drink. No wonder she almost lost her gall bladder. Their pessimism did make me falter in my decision for a moment, so I researched side effects of a clease. They all were pretty good side effects, none really negative. I did notice one thing that warned not to take Senna Leaf, the tea I've been drinking at night, for more than 7 days or you can have bad permanent side effects on your colon. So I decided I'm not going to drink it every night.
I went to Whole Foods at lunch to buy more maple syrup, but they were out of Grade B, so I have to try the other one tomorrow. Fun fact, if Whole Foods doesn't have what you want, they try to GIVE you something similar, for free. I told the gentleman no thank you, because I want to do this the right way. But, how cool is that? I also got very excited about buying healthy food once I am through with this. I have to admit I lingered by the hot Indian take out bar for awhile though..
I am going to go watch Big Love because I napped instead yesterday, but as a closing comment... I weighed myself this morning even though I know I shouldn't have so soon and I lost 2 lbs. That's good for only 3 full days, it means toxins are really leaving my system.
A few people at work were giving me crap about what I am doing, telling me I am stupid and being unhealthy. One person even told me they got really sick from doing a cleanse. I explained why I was doing it, not as a crash diet, like she was. No one really listened to me. I got pretty annoyed and discouraged but I decided I'm just going to ignore people who are judgemental about this because I feel good and I know I am doing it the right way. I have only heard good reviews from people who have completed a Master Cleanse before today. She did her own type- one from a box and some apply cider drink. No wonder she almost lost her gall bladder. Their pessimism did make me falter in my decision for a moment, so I researched side effects of a clease. They all were pretty good side effects, none really negative. I did notice one thing that warned not to take Senna Leaf, the tea I've been drinking at night, for more than 7 days or you can have bad permanent side effects on your colon. So I decided I'm not going to drink it every night.
I went to Whole Foods at lunch to buy more maple syrup, but they were out of Grade B, so I have to try the other one tomorrow. Fun fact, if Whole Foods doesn't have what you want, they try to GIVE you something similar, for free. I told the gentleman no thank you, because I want to do this the right way. But, how cool is that? I also got very excited about buying healthy food once I am through with this. I have to admit I lingered by the hot Indian take out bar for awhile though..
I am going to go watch Big Love because I napped instead yesterday, but as a closing comment... I weighed myself this morning even though I know I shouldn't have so soon and I lost 2 lbs. That's good for only 3 full days, it means toxins are really leaving my system.
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Day 3
I was up very late last night, so I woke up at 7am, chugged down 1 cup of salt water, hopped in the shower, got dressed and ran out the door. I need to be out of my house by 7:25am in order to make it into work at exactly 8am. Let's just say I wish I had woken up earlier, despite my lack of sleep. My stomach was in knots by the time I got to work. It finally went away but I was uncomfortable as the salt water will do to you for a little bit. Today was fine otherwise, again I had much more energy that I usually would when getting less than 5 hours of sleep. I drank 4 12 oz drinks from 8:30am - 5:00pm, in addition to 2 bottles of water. I added 2 oz of spring water to every cup of 10 oz because of the lemon juice issue again. I am going to chug down one last cup of 12 oz before I go to sleep so I have 60 oz in me for the day.
On the way home from work, I started to freak out. I really wanted to eat, I wasn't hungry, I just really wanted food. I think I was just tired because I took a nap once I got home and I am not as cranky anymore. I was feeling a bit obsessive like all I think about is food. I did talk about food a lot today with co-workers. The girl who introduced me to the diet was eating miso soup and I really wanted some. This other guy was talking about eating gelato in Italy and I really wanted anything Italian. This one girl makes popcorn everyday and once I smelled it, it really set me off. Again, I feel MUCH better now that I napped. The drink keeps you full, you will not be hungry if you decide to do this cleanse, I was just probably in need of sleep and got mad I couldn't stuff my face. On the plus side I totally feel less puffy and/or bloated around my middle. Even though it is only Day 3, my jeans feel a bit looser around my legs as well.
Tomorrow is around the time where you might feel a bit sick, cold or flu-like. This is when the toxins begin to remove from your system. I was definitely tired today and when I got up from my nap, I felt like I could really sleep all through the night. I also have had bad allergies, my nose has been very itchy. I also have not been taking my allergy meds which I usually take everyday. I don't want to take them and have the flushed out of my system. Maybe that phase has begun. It doesn't last long, but I am not looking forward to it if it gets any worse. I am going to go watch yesterday's Big Love that I missed last night, so I'll write in again tomorrow.
P.S. - I hate Tantopia... aka the reason I got hives and oral surgery in my mouth on a salivary gland. Don't ever go there, they have terrible customer service.
On the way home from work, I started to freak out. I really wanted to eat, I wasn't hungry, I just really wanted food. I think I was just tired because I took a nap once I got home and I am not as cranky anymore. I was feeling a bit obsessive like all I think about is food. I did talk about food a lot today with co-workers. The girl who introduced me to the diet was eating miso soup and I really wanted some. This other guy was talking about eating gelato in Italy and I really wanted anything Italian. This one girl makes popcorn everyday and once I smelled it, it really set me off. Again, I feel MUCH better now that I napped. The drink keeps you full, you will not be hungry if you decide to do this cleanse, I was just probably in need of sleep and got mad I couldn't stuff my face. On the plus side I totally feel less puffy and/or bloated around my middle. Even though it is only Day 3, my jeans feel a bit looser around my legs as well.
Tomorrow is around the time where you might feel a bit sick, cold or flu-like. This is when the toxins begin to remove from your system. I was definitely tired today and when I got up from my nap, I felt like I could really sleep all through the night. I also have had bad allergies, my nose has been very itchy. I also have not been taking my allergy meds which I usually take everyday. I don't want to take them and have the flushed out of my system. Maybe that phase has begun. It doesn't last long, but I am not looking forward to it if it gets any worse. I am going to go watch yesterday's Big Love that I missed last night, so I'll write in again tomorrow.
P.S. - I hate Tantopia... aka the reason I got hives and oral surgery in my mouth on a salivary gland. Don't ever go there, they have terrible customer service.
Monday, August 6, 2007
Day 2
I'm writing this early today because I'm going to the Incubus concert tonight with Blair, woohoo! I woke up at 4:20am this morning because I wanted to smoke-- just kidding. I actually think I was scared if I drank the salt water too late and it upset my stomach, I'd have trouble leaving for work on time. So I made the mixture, 2 tsps of uniodized sea salt to 1 quart of lukewarm water. I made it to just over 1 cup. It really grossed me out because it reminded me of chicken soup and I am a vegetarian. I didn't really have much stomach pain from it. I did feel it working it's way through every inch of my intestines which was interesting.
Back to the whole meat thing, oddly enough, I have been craving foods I don't even eat such as spaghetti and meatballs or chicken tenders with bbq sauce and honey mustard, the two foods I don't eat that I have cravings for. Anything really would be good right about now, earlier I was thinking thai noodles. I am not hungry, but I am very used to eating small meals all throughout the day, so it's weird for me to not be eating. I kept thinking, what should I eat for lunch? Then I remembered... lemonade! I am not lying, I am not hungry at all! In fact I feel really good, I have a lot more energy than I usually do on Mondays, especially considering the fact that I woke up at the crack of dawn (I did go back to sleep until 6:30, don't feel too bad for me).
I am considering straining my juice through a cheesecloth like one woman did on her diet, according to her blog. This is because I think I put too much cayenne pepper in today's batch, it's a bit spicy for just the 2nd day. It is about 5:30pm and I'm only on my 4th glass of the day. I have been diluting some with water due to the unfortunate lemon incident yesterday so my glasses have been more like 12-14 oz of liquid. I plan to finish this glass and bring another with me when I leave at 7pm, then drink half before the concert and half on the way home. I'm going to go relax now while I have the chance. Have a nice dinner everyone...
Back to the whole meat thing, oddly enough, I have been craving foods I don't even eat such as spaghetti and meatballs or chicken tenders with bbq sauce and honey mustard, the two foods I don't eat that I have cravings for. Anything really would be good right about now, earlier I was thinking thai noodles. I am not hungry, but I am very used to eating small meals all throughout the day, so it's weird for me to not be eating. I kept thinking, what should I eat for lunch? Then I remembered... lemonade! I am not lying, I am not hungry at all! In fact I feel really good, I have a lot more energy than I usually do on Mondays, especially considering the fact that I woke up at the crack of dawn (I did go back to sleep until 6:30, don't feel too bad for me).
I am considering straining my juice through a cheesecloth like one woman did on her diet, according to her blog. This is because I think I put too much cayenne pepper in today's batch, it's a bit spicy for just the 2nd day. It is about 5:30pm and I'm only on my 4th glass of the day. I have been diluting some with water due to the unfortunate lemon incident yesterday so my glasses have been more like 12-14 oz of liquid. I plan to finish this glass and bring another with me when I leave at 7pm, then drink half before the concert and half on the way home. I'm going to go relax now while I have the chance. Have a nice dinner everyone...
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Day 1, almost over...
Okay so I wasn't going to write a blog, but the encouragement last night to start one in addition to being told by everyone I come in contact with that I am their guinea pig, I have decided to keep an account of my first, possible only, Master Cleanse. My friend at work began doing a cleanse with food involved but explained to me idea of the Master Cleanse which was invented by Stanley Burroughs in the 40s, who later wrote a book in the 70s, The Master Cleanser, and was recently popularized by Peter Glickman's book, Beyonce and Robin Quivers. Because I recently had an allergic reaction to hemp seed oil on my skin, I decided this could be a great way to rid of the hives seeing as Pregnasone didn't work. Aside from that, other accounts I have read blogs on seem pretty positive, claiming increased energy, weight loss and loss of addictions ie: caffeine and refined sugars. My main goal is to cleanse my digestive system but if I learn to eat more healthy and lose a few pounds along the way, it can't hurt.
With the first day almost over, I am going to begin with last night when I drank the Senna leaf tea, the natural laxative, which is blah, not my fav at all. I misread and didn't drink the salt water wash in the morning, so my stomach felt a little funny all day. It takes forever to make the "lemonade", be forwarned, don't wait until the last minute to do it. Matt and I spent a few hours on it and we decided to make a few days supply because it's really annoying to squeeze all of those lemons and we wanted to get it overwith. It takes about 5 large lemons to make a full days supply, about 7 small ones.
The lemonade, per cup, consists of
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/10 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp grade B organic maple syrup
and enough water to make about 10 oz.
You are supposed to drink between 6-12 of those a day.
We definitely messed up and put way too much lemon juice in for the first 4 days supply so I will let you know if I burn a hole in my esophagus. Of course I am just being paranoid as usual. It is 8:45pm and I am currently drinking my 5th glass of lemonade, I also woke up around noon. I had a cup of mint tea a little while ago, which is permitted and apparenly also stirs up your system.
I want to go watch my new Weeds dvds, so I'm going to wrap this up. My final feelings on Day 1 are that I am not really hungry, but I totally wanted a bagel this morning when everyone else was eating one. The lemonade tastes ok, but I'm a little nervous for the salt water drink in the am.
With the first day almost over, I am going to begin with last night when I drank the Senna leaf tea, the natural laxative, which is blah, not my fav at all. I misread and didn't drink the salt water wash in the morning, so my stomach felt a little funny all day. It takes forever to make the "lemonade", be forwarned, don't wait until the last minute to do it. Matt and I spent a few hours on it and we decided to make a few days supply because it's really annoying to squeeze all of those lemons and we wanted to get it overwith. It takes about 5 large lemons to make a full days supply, about 7 small ones.
The lemonade, per cup, consists of
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/10 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp grade B organic maple syrup
and enough water to make about 10 oz.
You are supposed to drink between 6-12 of those a day.
We definitely messed up and put way too much lemon juice in for the first 4 days supply so I will let you know if I burn a hole in my esophagus. Of course I am just being paranoid as usual. It is 8:45pm and I am currently drinking my 5th glass of lemonade, I also woke up around noon. I had a cup of mint tea a little while ago, which is permitted and apparenly also stirs up your system.
I want to go watch my new Weeds dvds, so I'm going to wrap this up. My final feelings on Day 1 are that I am not really hungry, but I totally wanted a bagel this morning when everyone else was eating one. The lemonade tastes ok, but I'm a little nervous for the salt water drink in the am.
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