My detox diet experiment

2008-07-20T15:37:00.001-07:00

"Detox diet didn't work for me - but here's how I lost 20 pounds in 20 days - without saying no to my favorite foods or exercising hard..."

- by Jacklin

Yes, it's true. I lost 20 pounds in 20 days:

- without dieting
- without saying "no" to my favorite foods (like chocolate cake)
- without joining a gym or exercising like crazy

In a minute, I will tell you exactly how I did it. But before that, allow me to tell you a bit about myself and how my life used to be not too long ago (you'll see that we probably have a lot in common).

So, until about 6 months ago, my life was a mess. I was about 45 pounds overweight. And, they may tell you that "fat people are cute" (most of my friends used to tell me the same) - but the reality was that:

- I was treated like a lower life form. I remember at least two people calling me "fat ass" while in the bus. Is that rude or what?

- I was unemployed and I couldn't find a job either - even though I knew I was smarter and more qualified than others. Yes, the "thin and sexy people" would always get the job. What does my weight have to do with how I perform in my work?

- Although I have a cute face and a reasonably nice personality, I couldn't find someone to have relationship with. My friends had set me up with a couple of "blind dates" but those went sour faster than you can say "chocolate cake." My last relationship had ended about 3 years ago - and I knew what the reason was when I saw my ex 1 month later with a super-sexy blond he met at the gym...

- I couldn't fit into my favorite jeans. I had to wear these extra large clothes - that actually made me look even fatter than I was...

- My self-esteem was at an all-time low. When everything in your life goes wrong, it's not hard to imagine why. There where days when I was almost afraid to look myself in the mirror. I didn't really want to have an "honest look" at myself. And, eve if I did, I didn't think that there was a way for me to change my life...

- Because of my depression, I was doing the last thing I should be doing: eating even more. I'm very much what you would call an "emotional eater." Whenever I would feel sad, I would eat a double serving of pasta or some chocolate cake ( I love chocolate cake). I admit I was goinga little over board with it as at some days I would eat 3 "normal servings" of chocolate cake in one sitting...

- Because of my eating habits, I was feeling sluggish and very low on energy all day long. I was getting tired very easily and didn't feel like "living" at all. I'd much rather sit on the couch and watch TV...

I had tried everything you can imagine but nothing worked (I even tried Detox diet but got no results).

One day, a relative of mine whom I hadn't seen for 6 years, didn't even recognize me when she saw me. She wasn't mean or anything but I could see it in her eyes that she felt pity for me - which was even worse...

I had already tried several (rather expensive) weight loss programs and weight loss drugs and I was never able to lose weight and maintain it. I would lose 10 pounds and 3 weeks later I would gain it all back with interest - plus, I was out my money and time...

But I'm not telling you all this to feel sorry about me. As you'll see, all this changed very soon. Keep reading to find out how I did it and how you can do it too...

One day, I saw an ad for a new weight loss product. I didn't think much of it, as ads for weight loss products are a dime a dozen. Most of those products are just overpriced and ineffective junk (do I sound bitter?). So I just forgot about the whole thing...

But a week later, I met a friend of mine whom I hadn't seen for over 3 months. She used to be overweight too - only this time she wasn't. In fact, she looked great! I asked her how she did it and she said she was usng this new weight loss product. And what do you know, it was the exact same product I had seen being advertised a week ago!

I thought to myself: "I have to get my hands on some of this stuff." And I did. There was a free trial available so I took advantage of it.. It arrived at my doorstep 2 days later.

Now, what I conveniently "forgot" to tell you is that I hate dieting or exercising. I mean, I'm not an Olympic athlete or something. What I have found is that, if I don't like my weight loss program, I won't stick to it...

In my opinion, self-discipline and willpower are grossly overrated in our society. For how long do you think you can be disciplined and "tough it out"? 1 day? 2 days? 2 weeks? That's how most people are and that's OK - that's just human nature. So I won't pretend I'm someone I know I ain't.

I had read some weight loss advice on some weight loss forums I used to hang out at. It's not that I didn't really know what to do: It was just that I hated going to the gym or "eating right."

So, I asked myself: "How can I create a weight loss program that I actually ENJOY?" Sounds like a tall order, right? When most people hear the terms "weight loss" or "diet", they immediately connect that with months of starvation and sweating their butts off at the gym. Well, I knew that there was no chance I would do that - so I came up with a more "manageable" plan...

1) The first thing I did was make sure that I was drinking enough water a day. Now, most people drink almost no water during the day - or a couple of glasses max. On the other hand, super-athletic types may drink a gallon a day (about 5 liters). I wanted to avoid these extremes so I just made sure I drank about 1,5 liters of water a day (about 51 oz). Not too much but not too little either. I found that water kept me fuller and I wasn't having that many cravings. I would drink some first think in the morning and then a glass about 30 mins before a meal. I would also drink a small glass immediately after any meals that contained fat, while I was using my new weight loss product.

2) As I said, I don't like exercising. But I knew I needed to become more active. I knew I wouldn't join a gym. I hate too much effort. Plus, I didn't want the "gym rats" who where in great shape to laugh at me behind my back. So what I did was make a list of all the activities I enjoyed. NOT activities that would make me sweat - just activities that would burn a few more calories than just sitting on the couch.

For me those activities where:

- Going for a 30-minute brisk walk at the park while listening to my favorite music in my portable MP3 player.

- Riding my stationary exercise bike at home at level 3 (it went from 1-10) while watching my favorite TV shows like Desperate Housewives or Seinfeld.

I'm not saying that I would do both of them every day - but I would try to do at least one of them a day. If at some point I was getting tired or bored, I would immediately STOP exercising as I didn't want to develop an aversion for that type of exercise (very important - you have to like your exercise program - not hate it). Consistency is the name of the game. As they say "you are either consistent or non-existent." That said, I found that, while I was on my new weight loss product, I had more energy (without feeling jumpy) and I could "keep going" without feeling tired. That's probably because the food I ate was being digested more slowly and gave me sustained energy rather than energy spikes that would "dive" later.

3) What about diet? Even though I know its healthy, I admit that I don't like "diet food" too much. I knew I had to find a way to continue eating my favorite meals while also losing weight. I know this may sound hard to believe but I didn't really changemy diet all that much. Because I was drinking a glass of water 30 mins before each meal, I wasn't feeling as hungry so I naturally ate less (without feeling hungry). I also made sure that I was taking my new weight loss product religiously.

A very important lesson I learned is that you should strive for PROGRESS - NOT PERFECTION. Perfection doesn't even exist - besides, it's very tough to stick to...

4) Something else that will help you stick to your weight loss program is motivation. And nothing is more motivating than seeing RESULTS. Once every 5-7 days I would weigh myself as well as measure my waist and hips. No need to drive yourself crazy and do this every day. This isn't necessary or even logical. The bodyweight may fluctuate from day to day. But over longer periods of time, you should see consistent success. Keep in mind that the fat we have around our hips and belly is usually the last to go - so don't worry if you don't see results for the first few days. That's normal. Something else that I did was put on my clothes and see how they fit. I saw that they would feel looser and looser on me. And after a while, I was able to wear the smaller sizes that I had somewhere in my closet. Seeing that I was losing weight, losing inches and droping sizes added fire to my motivation!

After 20 days (the 4th time I had weighed myself), I had lost 20 pounds. I had also lost 5 inches around my thighs and 6 inches around my belly! And after 2 months total on this program, I had lost all my 45 extra pounds!

So, how did losing weight actually change my life?

- First of all, my family was giving me compliments all the time about the new way I looked. My friends also gave me compliments although I could see that some of them where feeling very jealous deep down (which is fine by me - I'm not complaining :-))

- My self-confidence skyrocketed. Not only did I look different - I also acted different. I was more outgoing and "chatty" (before losing weight I was really introverted and closed in myself).

- I managed to land a new office job. I admit that I was qualified for the job but the fact that I also looked good during the interview didn't hurt a bit! I had been interviewed several times in the past for similar jobs but never got them. I wonder why?

- Now that I was feeling more confident and had a job, I also started going out more. And I see how guys look at me now. The same guys wouldn't even notice me a couple of months ago. I know this may sound shallow but it's really nice to feel wanted and liked...

I know that this may not sound fair but overweight people are not treated the same in our society. They just don't get the same chances, you know?

If you are overweight now, ask yourself:

- What are you missing on right now by having all that extra weight?
- How much better will you feel when you lose all your extra weight?
- How much more confidence will you have?
- How more liked and accepted will you be?

If you want to lose all your extra weight without suffering in the process, then I can't recommend highly enough that you use the same weight loss program I just outlined. You may want to modify it here and there to suit you better but remember to KEEP THINGS SIMPLE AND FUN.

Above all, take advantage of all the shortcuts you can and let "modern technology" do the heavy lifting. By using the weight loss product I used:

- You will have more energy

- You will not feel as hungry or have as many cravings

- You will boost your metabolism and burn more calories even while you sleep

I have used many weight loss products and programs in the past and I was very dissapointed. If you haven't lost weight until now, it's NOT your fault! Most popular programs don't work for average people.

It's nice to find one that works for a change. The company that makes this product is so confident that they offer you a free trial.

Hope this helps a little...

To a new slim you,

Jacklin

The cabbage detox diet

2008-07-20T15:36:00.001-07:00

We live in a world in which free radical-causing substances and toxins are everywhere, and as we age they build up within our organs. Our foods and water, the air we breathe, and even some of the medications we take to make us feel better are actually making us sick with the toxins they contain. So undergoing regular detoxification is the best way to protect our bodies from systemic toxic overload.

Benefits Of The Cabbage Detox Diet
One of the most effective of all detoxification programs is the cabbage detox diet. Cabbage has been shown in clinical research trials to have cancer-preventing properties, and may be equally important in fighting other degenerative diseases. The cabbage detox diet normally lasts for a week, during which cabbage will be the staple food which a person consumes, prepared as a soup with other body-cleansing and restoring ingredients. Seven days on the cabbage detox diet will not only flush toxins from the body, but lead to weight loss.

Disadvantages Of The Cabbage Detox Diet

Sticking with the cabbage detox diet, however, can be very challenging for you if you are partial to highly flavored foods. The cabbage detox diet is quite bland, and can get tedious when followed for the full seven days. Health experts have also pointed out that the cabbage detox diet is nutritionally limited, unlike other detox diets which contain large amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables, health fats, and whole grains. The cabbage detox diet is also high in sodium, so it would not be a good choice for anyone suffering from high blood pressure.

Even if you did not get bored with the cabbage Detox diet after the first week, staying on it for any longer is not recommended. The cabbage detox diet is simply not nutritious enough to supply the minimum daily requirements of vitamins, minerals, and protein over the long term. Using the cabbage detox diet every three or four months could be beneficial, but doing it more often is not.

Detoxification is certainly a good idea, especially if your diet is based on highly processed and fast foods, or you live in highly polluted area. The whole point of detoxification is to reduce your intake of toxic chemicals while you are flushing out the toxins which have already accumulated in your organs. Animal proteins and fats, refined flours and sugars, nicotine and caffeine, alcohol and certain medications, wheat, and dairy foods can all load your system with toxins, and by removing them from your lifestyle you'll give you body a chance to cleanse itself naturally, and start feeling better than you have for years!

Diet risks

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Diet risks

The Importance Of A Clean Colon

Such a diet is not only nutritionally barren; it can lead to obesity and digestive problems, and the buildup of toxic wastes within the digestive organs and the colon itself. A colon clogged with these substances can no longer serve efficiently as the body's organ of elimination. You know what happens to your home if your sewer backs up; it becomes filled with all kinds of terrible gunk. When your colon is sluggish, the same occurs to the rest of your body.

Europe's Royal Society of medicine, in fact, has done clinical research which determined that three dozen toxic substances can accumulate in an unhealthy colon. So what can you do to keep your colon in proper working order?

The colon detox diet is designed to rid your colon of years of accumulated toxins, and get you on the road to maximum health. Even better, the colon detox diet will have you eating inexpensive foods readily available at your local supermarket. You may even already have some of them in your refrigerator or kitchen cupboards.

Fresh Fruits And Fruit Juices

By starting your day with a meal of fresh fruit and lots of clean water, you will both put your digestive tract into high gear and be getting lots of healthy fiber and vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. You can also either make or purchase freshly squeezed fruit juices, and drink a quart of them each day on the colon detox diet. Your colon will love you for it!

Fresh Vegetables

On the colon Detox diet the only vegetables you will have to avoid are those high in starches, like potatoes, yams, and turnips. You can eat you full of all other raw vegetables or salads, or you can lightly steam you vegetables to retain their nutrient content. Make sure to rinse all your fresh fruits and vegetable s in a mixture of one part vinegar to three parts water, to remove ant residues of toxic pesticides and fertilizers. Your veggies will fill you with colon cleansing fiber.

Herbs

You will find plenty of colon cleansing herbal formulas at your local health food store, including ginger, bayberry, and turkey rhubarb. These herbs will stimulate your blood circulation, as well as cleaning your colon.

You won't be eating meats, dairy products, and wheat on your colon detox diet, because they leave and acid residue which throws your body's pH out of balance. And the calcium in dairy products is not readily absorbed in your body, so substitute an absorbable calcium supplement. And stay away from alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco id you want to maximize the effect of your colon detox diet and your health as well.

Detox plan

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Detox plan

Many diets began as detoxification diets. Recipes for a detox diet include one type of food or food combination and nothing else during the flush out period. The grape diet was originally a meant as a system cleanse and considered crazy by many. Recent studies at Ohio State University found that grapes, like all deep red, blue or purple fruits or vegetables contain a substance known as Anthocyanins that actually fight or slow the growth of cancer cells. This study verifies the grape diet as a powerful detoxification diet.

A detox diet flushes waste and bad residue from the system. It cleanses the body and gives the organs a rest for a few days. Scientific tests prove that fasting increases the life span of mice and this type of dieting is a form of fasting. The practice of fasting dates back hundreds of years and started as a religious belief. Today many fast strictly for health benefits.

The recipe for the detox diet, the grape diet, is quite simple. You eat grapes and nothing but grapes. You can combine grapes with water and put it in a blender, eat the grapes whole, or juice them. The grape diet is a short-term diet to cleanse the system. If you are in good health, limit the use to a few days. Please consult your physician or health care practitioner before embarking on any diet.

Another cleansing diet that found great popularity is the lemonade diet. This diet contains a concoction that substitutes for normal daily food. This diet also cleanses the system and only used for short-term periods.

The recipe for the detox diet, the lemonade diet, requires more than the grape diet. The mixture contains 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemons or limes, 2 tablespoons of organic maple syrup that's B grade, 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and a cup of purified water. Make certain that the water contains no fluoride.

Take a minimum of ten servings each day. In addition to the detoxification drink, flush your system with a salt-water flush each morning. Drink the flush, made with 2 level teaspoons of sea salt and added to a quart of warm water, immediately when you rise. The last drink of the day is a laxative herbal tea. Most groceries or health food shops carry some form of laxative herbal tea. A few days on the lemonade fast cleans the entire system of waste.

Body detox home remedy

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Body detox home remedy

Body detox home remedy diets such as the maple syrup lemon diet are not necessarily easy, but the benefits far out weight the challenges. Diets such as the lemon maple syrup cleanse have recipes that are widely available but it's recommended that you choose a program such as the Master Cleanse Secrets program.

Terrible Toxins

When toxins build up in your body your health will begin to deteriorate. Many programs have come into existence to help people detox. They provide them with a plan that they can follow over a number of days. At the end of which you will have lost weight and expelled toxins from your body.

One such program is called the "Master Cleanse Body Detox Program" which started back in the 50's. This particular maple syrup lemon diet has received many positive reviews and to date has a good reputation. When choosing any diet, do so with caution. Understand what is involved so that you can get the most out of it.

Detox Diet

The purpose of a body detox home remedy diet is to help you rid yourself of toxins which can build up in your body. These toxins come into existence for a number of reasons, such as eating foods that have pesticides sprayed on them, drinking alcohol or smoking tobacco.

When you rid your self of these toxins with the lemon maple syrup cleanse you will start to look and feel better. The question is how effective are they? The truth is nothing is ever one hundred percent perfect. Some people report that they find it too difficult to follow such diets, but many others report great success.

When toxins build up in your body it can have multiple adverse affects, such as a having less energy, frequents colds and digestive issues. When undergoing a detox diet, toxins are cleaned out through the skin, kidneys and liver.

The first few days of the body detox home remedy diet can be the most difficult; at this point you may get headaches and become irritable. However, once you get over the first couple of days you will start to feel a lot better.

Diet Popularity

This lemon maple syrup cleanse diet gained in popularity due to celebrities using them to improve their health and appearance. As a consequence many people began to pay more attention to what they eat and started to go on these diets to improve their physical condition.

When it comes to doing a maple syrup lemon diet detox, the good news is that it only lasts for a short period of time. As mentioned these diets can be tough to follow because you get to eat very little, but the purpose for this is to enable your body to flush out those nasty toxins as quickly as possible.

When you start to detox with the maple syrup lemon diet you will lose weight which is one of the most immediate benefits. Beyond that your skin and complexion will improve, and you will feel that you have more energy.

So check out the Master Cleanse Detox body detox home remedy diet, it has been successful for many other people - and if it has been successful for them, then it more than likely will be successful for you.

Shed more than 20 pounds in less than 2 weeks! Flush out nasty, disease causing toxins! Feel and look years younger. Beyonce, Jared Leto, Robin Quivers and other celebrities have done it. Oprah talked about it on her show. What are you waiting for? Get rid of all that unwanted weight and foul toxins for good and add years to your life!

Say hello to a new You!

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Say hello to a new You!

And there is no way to avoid exposure to those toxic substances, they permeate the air we breathe, taint the foods we eat, contaminate our soil and water, and accumulate in our very cells during the course of our lives, where they eventually damage our organs.

This toxic buildup within our very cells can lead to not just minor aches and pains, but potentially fatal illnesses. In the rich Western world, where the 21st century diet is overloaded with refined foods lacking in fiber but bursting with fats, progressive diseases including hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes are running rampant. Yet in poorer countries, where millions of people subsist on simple diets of whole grains, fish, and vegetables, those kinds of diseases are extremely rare.

If you are blessed enough to live in a economically powerful country, but are suffering from the overabundance of high-calorie, nutritionally empty foods, you may be a prime candidate for a body detox diet. Following a body detox diet will give your body a chance to flush out years of accumulated toxins, because you will no longer be consuming the stimulants which can interfere with your digestive processes and compromise their natural ability to rid your body of wastes.

A body detox diet boosts your metabolic processes with organic nutrients, including antioxidant vitamins, healthy fats, clean water, and organ healing herbs.

Body Detox Diet Benefits

After only a few days on a body detox diet, you'll feel less bloated, more energetic, and mentally sharper than you have in years. You'll notice that those aching joints ache less, and that your stuffy sinuses are significantly less stuffy. Your skin will be clearer, your digestion will stop bothering you, and you will just plain feel better.

What You'll Be Eating

The staples of your body detox diet will be organic fruits and vegetables, with high fiber whole grains a close second. Broccolis, cauliflower, spinach, berries, apples, walnuts and almonds, and flaxseed will become old friends, and you'll be preparing your meals with cold-pressed organic olive, flaxseed, or coconut oils rich in heart and brain boosting fatty acids.

Before And After

Get a thorough physical before starting a body Detox
detox diet, to make sure you can handle the sudden change in food habits. You won't be eating many dairy products while you remain on the diet, so make sure you are getting adequate amounts of calcium.

If, when you have completed the body detox diet, you find yourself craving some of your old favorite junk or fast foods, you can have them in very limited amounts. But the whole point of following a body detox diet is to let your body recover from years of nutritional abuse while you develop new, nutritionally sensible eating habits to follow for the rest of your life!