Short-term fasting is becoming popular – and it’s easy to see why. Modern diets are packed with processed foods, saturated fats and artificial additives. What’s more, many of us are breathing in toxins from the environment around us.
But if the idea of not having solid foods is overwhelming, rest assured. The Lemon Detox – enjoyed by tens of thousands of people worldwide, including celebs like Beyoncé – is a simple way of naturally clearing the body of unwanted toxins. And weight loss, increased energy, shiny hair and better digestion are just some of the benefits reported. For many people, just using the detox to break the cycle of eating unnecessary amounts of non-nutritious foods can be a boost towards a longer-term, healthier approach to eating. The Lemon Detox’s key ingredient is Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup, which contains grade C+ maple syrup and carefully selected saps from several Southeast Asian palm trees, which contain vital minerals. When mixed with the right levels of lemon juice, water and cayenne pepper, it gives your body all the minerals and nutrients it needs to support you while fasting.
The Lemon Detox, based on the book The Lemon Detox Diet by KA Beyer, is easy to follow. The ‘Total Detox’ can be done for five to seven days. You drink 6-8 glasses of the detox drink spread over the course of each fasting day, along with two litres of water and no solid foods. The