That time I decided to do Master Cleanse
Yes, the Lemonade Diet commences tomorrow morning. A friend of mine at work did a 3-day juice fast last week, and I was finally motivated to try a detox. I've been reading about Master Cleanse and other detox diets for a while, but I didn't think I'd have the self control to get through it. I'm still not sure, but I think I'm up for the challenge. I thought this would be a good way to restructure my diet-- I've been trying to cut down on the amount of dairy and sugar in my diet, and a detox is supposed to be really helpful in removing cravings. Also, I wouldn't mind losing a few pounds.
Tonight is Day #1 Eve. I have to admit that I totally pigged out in anticipation of starving for the next week. I went to Red Robin with the cast of The Overwhelming (play I'm acting in presently), and then went home and ate some Teddy Grahams and a candy bar. It probably wasn't a great idea to go into a fast after sating a serious munchies attack, but I'm hoping for the best. In a few minutes I will make my first serving of lax tea. You are supposed to have a laxative (either tea or a saltwater solution) each morning and evening of the fast, and you start the night before. Here's hoping I'm not woken up in the middle of the night by any urges-- especially after that bleu cheese burger at Red Robin. If you haven't guessed, this journaling project will probably include some graphic/personal descriptions of what this detox is doing to my body. Not for the easily grossed out then, eh?
I'm hoping that by journaling publicly about this experience, I will increase my motivation to stick to the detox if it gets difficult. I don't want to call myself a quitter on the internets-- that would be unfortunate. Wish me luck!!
Tonight is Day #1 Eve. I have to admit that I totally pigged out in anticipation of starving for the next week. I went to Red Robin with the cast of The Overwhelming (play I'm acting in presently), and then went home and ate some Teddy Grahams and a candy bar. It probably wasn't a great idea to go into a fast after sating a serious munchies attack, but I'm hoping for the best. In a few minutes I will make my first serving of lax tea. You are supposed to have a laxative (either tea or a saltwater solution) each morning and evening of the fast, and you start the night before. Here's hoping I'm not woken up in the middle of the night by any urges-- especially after that bleu cheese burger at Red Robin. If you haven't guessed, this journaling project will probably include some graphic/personal descriptions of what this detox is doing to my body. Not for the easily grossed out then, eh?
I'm hoping that by journaling publicly about this experience, I will increase my motivation to stick to the detox if it gets difficult. I don't want to call myself a quitter on the internets-- that would be unfortunate. Wish me luck!!