1. I can't stick to a diet. Why is this any different ?
2. What exactly is the Lemon Detox Diet ?
3. How do I make the drink ?
4. Why Fresh Lemons ?
5. Why should I do a detox ?
6. What is the ideal length for the Lemon detox ?
7. Can I eat solid food during my detox diet ?
8. What is the full detox ?
9. Why do I need Laxative Tea ?
10. Why do I need to eliminate ?
11. Can I Exercise during my Detox ?
12. I've heard I will get lots of side effects from the Detox.
13. Can I start eating solid food straight away ?
14. And What Next?

1. I can't stick to a diet, why is this any different ?

The Challenge - It's all in the Mind: The main challenge of the programme is mental. Because we are accustomed to eating whenever we feel like it, the discipline of not taking any solid food can seem a bit daunting. Eating has become a habit and like any other habits it's not so easy to break, even temporarily. It is often very tempting to cheat during the detox. That's why we have created the Commitment Essence: It will help you stick to your decision and not give in to temptation!

Also the Lemon Detox Drink is so delicious; it is easy to simply treat yourself to it, hot or cold, whenever you feel hungry. Keep thinking of all the benefits you will achieve when you have finished the Lemon Detox Diet and can enjoy solid food again.

2. What exactly is the Lemon Detox Diet ?

The Lemon Detox Diet is a drink consisting of pure water, fresh lemon juice, cayenne pepper or ground ginger and Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup. Whenever you get hungry simply mix a glass of the drink.

3. How do I make the drink ?

To make one glass of Natural Tree Syrup and Lemon Drink take:

4. Why Fresh Lemons ?

5. Why should I do a detox ?

6. What is the ideal length for the Lemon detox ?

Stanley Burroughs, the naturopath who created the detox, recommended doing the diet for 10 days because the cleansing gets better the longer the diet continues. By the time you get to the 7th day you'll most likely feel so good that going a few extra days will be easy. Going 10-14 days will give you the maximum result by keeping your body in a fasting mode for the fullest length of time.

We have designed the Kickstart Pack to give you everything you need (except the fresh lemons) for a two-week detox. 10 days is the optimum time and it can be extended up to 14 days, however, it is advisable you seek the advice of a healthcare professional.

A mini detox, is 5 to 7 days, many customers "top up" their main detox with a mini detox duting the year. If you are on any medication do not go off your medication without consulting your doctor.

7. Can I eat solid food during my detox diet ?

During the FULL detox programme, drink only the recommended liquids and DO NOT eat any solid foods.

A true fast is complete abstinence from food of any kind, yet the Lemon Detox Drink is liquid food - nourishing and energising. It is important not to burden the body with solid food during the detox. Digesting solid food consumes much of the body's energy and overrides many of its other tasks. In the absence of solid food the body can focus its energy on cleansing.

While the actual inner cleansing and rejuvenation is performed by the body itself, the Natural Tree Syrup and Lemon drink fulfils important functions in assisting this process: It supplies the nutrients necessary for the body's continuing alert functioning, assisting to restore the biochemical and mineral balance in tissues and cells and expediting cell regeneration. It is assimilated directly into the bloodstream, placing no additional burden on the digestive system. It provides a liquid medium essential for the efficient flushing of wastes from the system.

If you are doing one of the relaxed versions of the detox programme you can eat solid food.
For my free guide of what exactly you can include in your diet while doing the relaxed versions of the detox programme register here

8. What is the full detox ?

There are 4 Versions of the Detox. Find out the most appropriate for you - click below for more information:
a) The Full Detox
b) The Relaxed Version
c) The Once a Week Version
d) The Master Plan

a. The Full Detox
This is the classic version that has been used by thousands of people throughout the world. It involves a ten day fast with the option to continue for fourteen days. The Kickstart Pack is the ideal purchase for the Full Detox.

Some people, when thinking about fasting for the first time, imagine that they won't be able to make it through seven days but what you'll probably find is that after the second day it just gets easier and easier. The 5-7 day version is also convenient because one 1-litre tin of the Madal Bal Syrup lasts most people 5-7 days.

Ideal for the Full Detox: Kickstart Pack : Nettle Tea : Fennel Tea : Chamomile Tea : Peppermint Tea : Commitment Essence

b. The Relaxed Version
If you are looking for a more relaxed version of the detox, try substituting either breakfast or dinner (or even better, both) with 2-3 glasses of the Natural Tree Syrup & Lemon Drink. Have a healthy meal at lunchtime but abstain from sweets, processed foods, red meat, fried foods, white bread, refined flour, dairy products, coffee and alcohol. These are all food products that tax our natural digestive/cleansing system and inhibit the body's ability to deal with previously stored toxins and wastes. The relaxed programme works by lengthening the time each night that the body can cleanse. It does however take longer to detox this way, which is why the relaxed version should be done for at least one to two weeks and up to a month. The relaxed programme can also be used as an introduction to the total detox, or as a way of extending it.

Ideal for the Relaxed version: Special Bundle : Madal Bal 1litre : Nettle Tea : Fennel Tea : Peppermint Tea : Detox Book

c. The "Once a Week" Version

Most people never give their digestive and eliminative organs a break. Day in and day out they place a continuous load on their system. Taking a break "Once a Week" gives our system a chance to rest and cleanse for a day. Going without solid food for a day isn't that difficult and people who have practiced this programme have had good long-term weight-normalization results.

Ideal for "Once a Week" version: Special Bundle : Madal Bal 1litre : Nettle Tea : Fennel Tea : Peppermint Tea : Detox Book

Ideal for Master Plan: Kickstart Pack : Special Bundle : Madal Bal 1litre : Nettle Tea : Fennel Tea : Peppermint Tea : Detox Book

9. Why do I need Laxative Tea ?

10. Why do I need to eliminate ?

Elimination - Key to Success
To ensure the success of the Lemon Detox Diet, proper elimination is essential. The better the elimination, the better the results. If toxins are not continuously removed throughout the programme they will be reabsorbed. Drink a total of at least three litres of liquid each day including the 7 to 10 glasses of Natural Tree Syrup and lemon drink, peppermint tea and water.

Brushing your skin and light exercise are also a great complement to the diet. It helps the elimination process by increasing blood flow and perspiration of toxins through the skin. It also assists better flow in the lymphatic system which further encourages toxin removal.

11. Can I Exercise during my Detox ?

Light exercise is also a great complement to the diet. If you already exercise keep training but avoid strenuous exercise as intense exertion may encourage toxins to be reabsorbed rather than eliminated.

Nevertheless, gentle exercise is very helpful to the cleansing process. The key is finding the right balance of activity and rest. Adequate rest is crucial during the Lemon Detox Diet, while resting the body performs its vital cleansing tasks. Far from interfering with your training the Lemon Detox Diet is a wise investment for anyone wanting to keep fit. You'll find that your body performs more efficiently when it is cleansed and purified, experiencing higher energy levels and performance.

12. I've heard I will get lots of side effects from the Detox.

It is normal to experience some discomfort during the course of the Lemon Detox Diet. As the stored-up toxins and wastes are released, they circulate through the blood stream before being eliminated. This release of toxins may cause headaches. Also any chronic skin disorders may temporarily worsen in the early stages of the programme as toxins are released through the skin.

Don't worry; these symptoms are normal and a positive sign that the Lemon Detox Diet is working. Persevere! Be prepared to take some extra rest if necessary. Usually the symptoms will only last a day or two. As the wastes are eliminated the body will regain its natural strength and vitality. You will also notice your skin improving and becoming clearer and finer, your hair and nails will gain extra lustre and your eyes will just sparkle!

13. Can I start eating solid food straight away ?

If you do the Full Detox programme you must return to eating solid food gradually. Your digestive system has been resting for five to ten days; treat it carefully and considerately at the conclusion of the programme. The most common mistake is to eat too much too soon.

Gradually return to healthy eating over two or three days. On day one, stick with fresh squeezed fruit juices. On day two start the morning with juice and then try some pureed vegetable soup for lunch. By the third day you can try some steamed or raw vegetables. Do not eat any meat, fish, eggs, bread and sweets and do not drink soft drinks during the first three days. On the fourth day you can start eating "normally" again. Chicken soup is an excellent introduction to eating meat products and you can do so on the third/fourth day.

14. And What Next ?

Concluding the Programme and Maintaining Good Health

You have done your mind, body and spirit a great service by completing the Lemon Detox. You have cleansed your body, lost excess weight, and increased your fortitude and willpower.

Now it's important to use that increased fortitude and willpower to stick with an improved diet, especially if you are trying to keep off excess weight. There are many different ideas as to the appropriate diet to follow on a permanent basis, but no one diet that is right for everyone. Different body types have different requirements. There are, however certain basic principles that we believe are important to follow on any diet:

Try to keep down the amounts of processed foods that you eat. Processed sugars, refined foods, and saturated fatty foods all can have a detrimental effect on the body, as can alcohol and too much caffeine.

Listen to your body and try to stick with natural, whole foods. Try eating lots of fresh vegetables and experiment with different combinations until you find the right long-term nutritional plan for you.