Master Cleanse- Going for 14 Days

I realise that from my first experience with the Master Cleanse, after 10 days I still did not feel totally satisfied that my dtox was finished. It was for this reason that I decided to give it another go, and also ween in more gently back into food. After fasting for 10 days, I gained the weight back very quickly because I was eating major meals in large portions. I just missed food so much and went a bit overboard. This taxed my digestion and my metabolism freaked out at me. I really understand the importance of healthy eating and also moderate and gentle easing into foods.
With Andy arriving in 5 days, I would like to take this time to focus on a strict juice and vegitarian diet, and not introduce any animal products until at least next weekend.

The recap of my cleanse was quite different and not nearly as violent as my first cleansing experience. I think part of the reason is that these cleanses are only a few months apart. But the MC did still kick my ass and target other parts of my body in a way that I did not expect. I decided to go for 14 days to see if there would be any extra benefits, and indeed there are. The detox does move through cycles. I will do this again next time, but my new goal will be to try for 20 days, because even now on my 14th day, I do not feel that the detox is done. I could easily do another 3-5 days.

Day 1-3: The usual clearout of recent waste in the colon. The caffeine headache was worse this time and constant. I did not sleep well at all during this period.

Day 3-5: Horrible and unrelentless aches in my lower back from my kidneys. It literally felt like my organs were throbbing with pain. No massage could soothe it. It wasn't my muscles, it was my actual organs hurting. These were the most horrible for me.

Day 6-10: smooth sailing. I had a couple of BM's per day, all normal stuff, nothing too out of the ordinary. Tongue is still white in the mornings. Back to the gym, energy back.

Day 11-14: Major changes in the BM. Hot and acidic. Also, very dark brown, almost black stool that was quite gluey. I have looked this up and it's apparently Mucoid Plaque. It's really disgusting, and I'm suprised to see it come at this point of the cleanse. Also, there is a lot of oil in the toilet, totally separated from the water, a film on the surface. I can only imagine this is fat? I don't know but it is horribly disgusting. I have also had gas, which I have not encountered at all until the 11th day. Very very strange.

The good news is that I do feel a hell of a lot better. My starting weight was 126 lbs/ 56kg. My weight this morning is 112 lbs/52kg. That is super light for my height, but I STILL have fat deposited around my hips thighs and belly. Yes, actual fat. I reckon I would lose another 5-8 lbs on the MC to shed that which would bring me near to 100 pounds! I have not weighed that since I was 14. When I next fast I wonder if my weight could reach so low. Even for me that sounds scary.

I have read that when your cleanse is done your weight normalises and your tongue is pink. On the 14th day I'm still droping weight and my tongue is pinker but i still am brushing it once in the day. I definitely need to detox longer, but the fasting will end now. I'm really shocked at how much I have cleared this time and how different the experience has been.

I love the Master Cleanse. It is easy because it only takes preparing in the morning and then you're set for the day. Easing in is the hardest part because you have to then start preparing everything clean. It must all be organic, healthy and fresh or your body totally freaks out. I've gone to restaurants and 3 bbq's whilst on this cleanse over the last 2 wks. It was bloody hard, but worth it. My skin is good and I am happy to see that I still have good muscle tone and strength. Also, my mood swings have totally calmed down. I feel more zen. I do totally recommend this cleanse to people who suffer from digestive issues, skin issues, or are generally stressed alot. Cleansing through fasting provides such a powerful and rapid effect. It is definitely hard on the body the first few days, be under no illusion. But for the health and well-being of oneself, it is crucial to do it. The benefits tremendously outweigh having to go without food for a bit.

I still love candy and treats. I just came home from a baby shower with the most fantastic spread of my favorite pastas, cookies, chicken , caesar salad and satayed salmon. Yep it was pretty hard, but i've endured and have stayed true to the cause. I believe in living and progression. I want a body and mind that is progressing and for me, this is how I do it. I am not a hard core fanatical who will not touch unhealthy foods but I do understand the benefits and consequences so it has made me more aware. Being aware is the key thing, it keeps us in line. Now I have a reason and I understand my body better. I listen when it's responding to something I've done. Cleansing is exciting because you feel new again.