Master Cleanse

GoreWhore72

Best tip: no need to do this. "Cleanses" don't cleanse anything. Just start eating more whole foods and you'll be fine.

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I agree with you, but I think a lot of people get discouraged with just eating healthy and doing fitness, and especially when you do a lot of core and strength exercising because they don't see the results right away on the scale, when it's the strength which causes you to lose weight and become fit, not the 'diet' or the elimination of pounds that make you fit and healthy.

Eating healthy is a natural cleanse anyhow. If you are to do anything just eliminate the teratogens and food teratogens like: breads (refined), sugars (refined), flours (refined), junk food, sodas, etc. Then slowly add healthier foods. I just do everything by moderation, but avoid: breads, red meat, pasta, rice, cheese, junk food, and empty calories as much as possible, and have cheat days so I know I'm human.

thesupremeforce

While I agree with everyone here that the cleanse isn't necessarily healthy, I actually enjoy it as a jump start. I always feel the need to do something drastic in order to get myself motivated.
My only tip is be careful when going back to eating solids as you can gain any lost weight back very quickly (and then some), and if you feel light headed during the cleanse, EAT. Don't torture yourself with it.

How many times have you needed to "jump start" yourself? Given your own wording, it obviously doesn't work all that well, since you've admitted that all it does is give you some psychological boost that ultimately fails to the point where you wind up "jump starting" yourself again later.

Kevalicious99

Your body will cleanse itself .. it is called waste .. and just let your body do what it was designed to do.

Cleanses always make me giggle .. but do what you want, but it is a total waste and pure crap.

Krinnen

So how are those doses of haterade going down today? Is there a calorie count to track?
This is ridiculous. The cleanse, generally speaking, is no different than people using ACE, or SlimQuick, or whatever fad appetite suppresant is out right now. You still intake calories, up to and sometimes over 900 calories a day while cleansing. You are encouraged to NOT do any overly exerting exercises, and if at any point you feel wrong, to STOP. You could go 3 days, 7 days, 10 days. It's up to your body.
The salt flush, as it seems to be a topic, is made with sea salt, which sea salt water is the same salinity as blood (google if you don't believe me), so your body does not process or absorb it, it literally flushes right out of your system. And takes everything that's blocking the way with it. It's a laxative, just like ex-lax, without the cramping. The point of MyFitnessPal boards is to encourage others. And for some people, the cleanse works, and works well. For some people, it doesn't, not in the slightest. It's all about listening to your body, and doing what you feel is best for YOU.
I personally can't use any sort of diet pill, they always make me shaky and dizzy, and I've thrown up from them on occasion. And that's MY BODY, not YOURS. I listen to how I feel, not how YOU say I should feel. Everyone should be able to make their own decision on what works well for them, without the massive doses of haterade being thrown around. Maybe do some research before you spout off on what you think it's all about., maybe try supportive and informative answers not just calling people stupid.

Krinnen

Funny you should say crap. Because alot comes out of you from this cleanse. I never knew there could be so much crap in my system, because I thought my body was getting rid of it all? :laugh:

kgeyser

In for the haterade.

EmpoweringMe331

Don't do it..... cut back the food you dont need to be eating. You know what you are eating a lot of that you need to elimiate or cut back on. For example, I use to drink Mountain Dew sodas like crazy. I cut out sodas completely and started losing weight. Good luck!

Muddy_Yogi

Back in for the get skinny quick scams.

ndj1979

Funny you should say crap. Because alot comes out of you from this cleanse. I never knew there could be so much crap in my system, because I thought my body was getting rid of it all? :laugh:

you mean the crap that your body naturally gets rid of, when you well, you know, take a crap..?

ndj1979

So how are those doses of haterade going down today? Is there a calorie count to track?
This is ridiculous. The cleanse, generally speaking, is no different than people using ACE, or SlimQuick, or whatever fad appetite suppresant is out right now. You still intake calories, up to and sometimes over 900 calories a day while cleansing. You are encouraged to NOT do any overly exerting exercises, and if at any point you feel wrong, to STOP. You could go 3 days, 7 days, 10 days. It's up to your body.
The salt flush, as it seems to be a topic, is made with sea salt, which sea salt water is the same salinity as blood (google if you don't believe me), so your body does not process or absorb it, it literally flushes right out of your system. And takes everything that's blocking the way with it. It's a laxative, just like ex-lax, without the cramping. The point of MyFitnessPal boards is to encourage others. And for some people, the cleanse works, and works well. For some people, it doesn't, not in the slightest. It's all about listening to your body, and doing what you feel is best for YOU.
I personally can't use any sort of diet pill, they always make me shaky and dizzy, and I've thrown up from them on occasion. And that's MY BODY, not YOURS. I listen to how I feel, not how YOU say I should feel. Everyone should be able to make their own decision on what works well for them, without the massive doses of haterade being thrown around. Maybe do some research before you spout off on what you think it's all about., maybe try supportive and informative answers not just calling people stupid.

sorry but cleanses are bunk...the only thing they cleanse is your wallet of its money

Please explain to me the toxins that this cleanse is getting rid of that your body does not naturally detox on its own?

hauhaut901

Oh damn it , I'm late!!! *grabs the popcorn*

topten

Other issues- I'm trying it this week and think I'm having an allergic response to the cayenne pepper. I can't stop sneezing and having a runny nose. I removed the pepper starting today (day 4), but I think the damage had been done.

ThickMcRunFast

Other issues- I'm trying it this week and think I'm having an allergic response to the cayenne pepper. I can't stop sneezing and having a runny nose. I removed the pepper starting today (day 4), but I think the damage had been done.

STOP DOING THIS. THIS IS DUMB.

I am not saying you are dumb, but doing this is dumb.

How is this thread not locked yet?

SoreTodayStrongTomorrow222

This is not healthy....

And really youre just flushing your colon - losing water weight- and starving yourself

So if you really want to do that - just take a day off work and get some straight magnesium chloride from the pharmacy - you'll be $h*ting EVERYTHING out and you'll get dehydrated. And its only like $4 bucks for the bottle

Cranquistador

:indifferent:

TheWorstHorse

I think this is a terrible idea with absolutely zero benefits.

Though I do think the part where the original author claims he pooped out eight ounces of pure mercury is an impressive bid for the weirdest diet effect claim ever...

Ditto. Dumb idea. No benefits. Lots of suffering. See seven thousand posts on benefits of a good diet and exercise to follow.

EvgeniZyntx

I think this is a terrible idea with absolutely zero benefits.

Though I do think the part where the original author claims he pooped out eight ounces of pure mercury is an impressive bid for the weirdest diet effect claim ever...

Ditto. Dumb idea. No benefits. Lots of suffering. See seven thousand posts on benefits of a good diet and exercise to follow.

That's about $400 dollars (detail price) - sounds like a great deal!

lizzyclatworthy

For those saying it doesn't work, it does if you do it correctly. Granted, there are pros and cons, but I'm on day 9 and have lost 10.4 on this cleanse. My hair is stronger and doesn't fall out by the handfuls in the shower, my nails are growing like weeds, my face has cleared up. I do this cleanse when my body needs a reset - it resets the bloodstream, organs, and a good side effect is the weight loss, but I'm on it for the preparation to eat clean and not be able to over eat anymore. Sure it's easy to say nay to something you've never tried before. But I have an immense about of energy, I am sleeping so much better and through the night. But listening to your body is key. If you can't do it, no one is forcing you to do it. Do your research and don't knock it before you try it. I've lost 42 lbs thanks to this diet .. and kept it off for about 3 years. Due to depression, it snuck back up on me this past year, and I still do cardio while on the cleanse.

Find something that works for you, and stick to it.

it resets the bloodstream?
Does it now? Factory settings or custom?
WTF are you talking about?

Edit: I cannot do bold, I fail at life!

paperpudding

So how are those doses of haterade going down today? Is there a calorie count to track?
This is ridiculous. The cleanse, generally speaking, is no different than people using ACE, or SlimQuick, or whatever fad appetite suppresant is out right now. You still intake calories, up to and sometimes over 900 calories a day while cleansing. You are encouraged to NOT do any overly exerting exercises, and if at any point you feel wrong, to STOP. You could go 3 days, 7 days, 10 days. It's up to your body.
The salt flush, as it seems to be a topic, is made with sea salt, which sea salt water is the same salinity as blood (google if you don't believe me), so your body does not process or absorb it, it literally flushes right out of your system. And takes everything that's blocking the way with it. It's a laxative, just like ex-lax, without the cramping. The point of MyFitnessPal boards is to encourage others. And for some people, the cleanse works, and works well. For some people, it doesn't, not in the slightest. It's all about listening to your body, and doing what you feel is best for YOU.
I personally can't use any sort of diet pill, they always make me shaky and dizzy, and I've thrown up from them on occasion. And that's MY BODY, not YOURS. I listen to how I feel, not how YOU say I should feel. Everyone should be able to make their own decision on what works well for them, without the massive doses of haterade being thrown around. Maybe do some research before you spout off on what you think it's all about., maybe try supportive and informative answers not just calling people stupid.

I agree the cleanse is probably no different to other diet aids and appetite suppressants - they are all a waste of ,time and money.

Not sure why you are defending Master Cleanse by saying you can't take any diet pills, they make you shaky and dizzy - nobody is advocating them either.

The point of MFP forum is to encourage and educate people about healthy eating, fitness and healthy lifestyles - not to just encourage people in anything no matter how foolish and unhealthy.

cam_dotson

I am not necessarily sure of what a "salt cleanse" is, I do have an educated opinion on this. The only safe salt to drink in such a way is himalayan salt or 100% sea salt. The chemicals in table salt however will have negative effects on your body. Research more on its effects. Also, I would suggest a fast for a limited time rather than a "cleanse" with something that may be harmful

EvgeniZyntx

I am not necessarily sure of what a "salt cleanse" is, I do have an educated opinion on this. The only safe salt to drink in such a way is himalayan salt or 100% sea salt. The chemicals in table salt however will have negative effects on your body. Research more on its effects. Also, I would suggest a fast for a limited time rather than a "cleanse" with something that may be harmful

Lol. Magical salt.

RoseTears143

Don't do it, that's my advice.

LizL217

So how are those doses of haterade going down today? Is there a calorie count to track?
This is ridiculous. The cleanse, generally speaking, is no different than people using ACE, or SlimQuick, or whatever fad appetite suppresant is out right now. You still intake calories, up to and sometimes over 900 calories a day while cleansing. You are encouraged to NOT do any overly exerting exercises, and if at any point you feel wrong, to STOP. You could go 3 days, 7 days, 10 days. It's up to your body.
The salt flush, as it seems to be a topic, is made with sea salt, which sea salt water is the same salinity as blood (google if you don't believe me), so your body does not process or absorb it, it literally flushes right out of your system. And takes everything that's blocking the way with it. It's a laxative, just like ex-lax, without the cramping. The point of MyFitnessPal boards is to encourage others. And for some people, the cleanse works, and works well. For some people, it doesn't, not in the slightest. It's all about listening to your body, and doing what you feel is best for YOU.
I personally can't use any sort of diet pill, they always make me shaky and dizzy, and I've thrown up from them on occasion. And that's MY BODY, not YOURS. I listen to how I feel, not how YOU say I should feel. Everyone should be able to make their own decision on what works well for them, without the massive doses of haterade being thrown around. Maybe do some research before you spout off on what you think it's all about., maybe try supportive and informative answers not just calling people stupid.

You're right, the cleanse is no different than fad appetite suppressants or diet pills, in that none of these things will lead to long-term weight loss and improved health. Why are these the only options you're willing to consider when they have been proven time and time again to be at best not effective in the long term, and at worst very damaging to the body?

Also, the salt flush just seems illogical. Of course drinking salt water will be a laxative and will result in weight loss, you're DEHYDRATING yourself! By your logic I should just go out to the ocean and drink a bunch of sea salt water and my insides will be clean and shiny and poop-free. And then I will pass out and die from dehydration.

The reason why there's so much "haterade" about these cleanses is because they are flat-out dangerous, and the veterans of this website who have learned from past experiences and have found long-term success through diet and exercise are not going to stand idly by while uneducated people advocate dangerous weight loss methods. If I said that I want to try the cocaine diet because it will really jump start my weight loss and I feel great doing when I'm on it, would you say "way to go"! I sincerely hope not.

vslnrunner

Salt flushes just sound nasty! Way to dehydrate yourself to move the scale.