Living the Lemon Detox Diet Life

We are all too familiar with situations where we suddenly need to fit into a special dress, skimpy bathing suit, or as a groom, into a sleek tuxedo. People who are on a mission to lose weight rapidly are probably frantically searching for the secret diet that works not only fast, but will also cleanse the body.

The newest diet buzz in the world of the rich, elite and famous is the Lemon Detox Diet. This comes as no surprise, as this weight loss plan has many claimed benefits. It can jump start your metabolism, offer enough nutrients to keep the body energized, and at the same time, cleanse it from unwanted toxins.

Medical experts claim that the Lemon Detox Diet, also tagged as a detoxification diet, provides various health benefits, such as:

• Strengthening the immune system
• Great weight loss results, especially for those considered overweight or obese
• Cleansing of harmful body toxins, especially in the liver and colon.
• Increased vitality and energy
• Improved skin and hair conditions
• Better nails
• Improved concentration

The liquid Lemon Detox Diet generally lasts 7 to 10 days and consists of the following key ingredients: pure lemon juice, ground cayenne pepper or ginger, natural maple syrup and cold, clean water. The fresher and more natural the ingredients are the better the diet works.

Lemons contain high-levels of vitamin C or ascorbic acid, a component known to cleanse the body by washing out harmful toxins. Add some cayenne pepper, which will effectively speed up the metabolism, and before you know it, the detoxification process will have successfully taken effect. The maple syrup, a natural sweetener, is also a source of energy, and helps in curbing hunger.

A mixture of all chemical-free ingredients sounds great, except that denying the body from a variety of foods can be dangerous for the inexperienced or naive dieter. In addition, as beneficial as a lemon detox diet may seem, it will not be as effective as a more comprehensive detox program.

The Lemon Detox Diet, also known as the Master Cleanse Diet, was re-introduced by Peter Glickman in his book Lose Weight, Have More Energy, and be Happier in 10 Days. According to Mr. Glickman, his fasting-type diet consists of consuming large volumes of a lemonade mixture, which does not allow for substitutes. So, if you are thinking of replacing the calorie-rich maple syrup with unnatural, man-made sweeteners, such as Splenda or Sweet 'N Low, it won’t work.

In addition to the specified amounts of lemonade, Lemon Detox dieters will also be required to drink about a quart of salt water every day and a laxative mixture at night. This combination will help the body to draw fluids from its systems and lose weight. Unfortunately, while you are flushing out toxins, you are also washing out vital nutrients, minerals, and electrolytes, which will have to be replaced once the diet is finished.

Diets or any tremendous change in eating habits should never be attempted without medical supervision and stopped immediately if health problems should arise.