The lemon juice and maple syrup detox diet is a grueling 10 day fast effectively where you do not eat any solids and the only things you can consume is water and a special lemonade drink that gives you the nutrients and energy you need to last the full ten days or more.
Also known as the lemonade detox or more commonly as the master cleanse detox diet this idea is over 50 years old created by alternative health expert Stanley Burroughs. More recently however this has come back into fashion with celebrities using it more for the fast weight loss aspect which is significant because at this level of calories the body is forced to dig into the fat reserves for energy burning away the flab.
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The detoxification aspect however is incredibly important as the detox allows the body to spend energy on ridding the body of toxins rather than constantly digesting food. This has a number of benefits:
Improved skin, less acne and blemishes Improved bowel health. Less bloating, stomach aches and more. Helps with chronic pain, especially joint pain. Higher energy levels Rapid weight loss A general feeling of wellbeing
There are however side effects to this detox which should be considered before you start down this path:
Tiredness Aches and pains Nausea Hunger pangs Headaches Vomiting
Not everyone experiences all of these things but the lemon juice and maple syrup detox can be a difficult path to follow if you enter unprepared. In fact most people who attempt this detox only last a day or two before caving in!