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Master Cleanses
Posted by Chu (Edmond, Oklahoma) on 08/04/2008
★★★☆☆WORKED TEMPORARILY
i had decided to try the master cleanse for weight loss, i need to loose on 5-10lbs,,,this cleanse is a difficult one to follow but i was able to go through the whole ten days, after the ten days were over i was able to loose those extra pounds i need to lose,,,however only after one week i gained it all back plus 10 extra pounds!!! so do this only if you want to gain weight.
Mint and Green Tea
Posted by Jose (South Boston, MA) on 07/28/2008
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Mint and green tea: one cup at night and in the morning after breakfast, complete balance for healthy overall feeling, i try and it help me to be able to loose any weight i want. You need to be relax to be able to commit yourself to any endeavor. Add to it yoga or extreching and if you are happy you will do it again and againg. the most important part is to have fun doing it. Since you want to be healthy and because you love yourself. In general once you balance your hormones then you can feel good to do anything and that is what mint tea and green tea do.
Wild Tea or Tsaang Gubat
Posted by Gerald (Gensan City, Mindanao, Philippines) on 07/28/2008
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re: wild tea or tsaang gubatim.
i'm gerald, 23 y.o.. i used to drink wild tea and it was so effective in losing weight..whenever i got weight problems sometimes i used to take almost a litter of wild tea,, after a couple of weeks i can bearly lose 2 pounds..i take it as a alternative of water...try some for those who have weight problems...it has no side effects, very refreshing, and also it increases your metabolism..promise! because im a living evidence.
Exercise and Diet
Posted by K From Nevada (Minden, Nevada) on 03/09/2010
I am curious about your statement about having a fat cell forever. I'm not sure I understand. What would be the point of trying to loose weight if you will never loose the fat cells. I think somebody has given you some bad information. True, some fat cells are harder to get rid of than others but if the body has a choice of using / burning body fat or excessive calorie intake it it take the latter. Usually, under normal circumstances, reducing intake of calories and raising levels of excercize can help with removing body fat.
Lettuce
Posted by Angela (Montreal, Quebec, Canada) on 05/26/2008
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I had about 15 atleast gallbladder attacks in 2 weeks -hospitalized one night as well and they wanted to take out the gallbladder for my "diamonds" gallstones which I'd had for 16 yrs. at least with no probs. except very sick in my 4 pregnancies because of excess bile... The attacks started due to taking digestive enzymes for 2 days and then going off them. The attacks began the next night with coleslaw, sausages, and saurkraut ..but continued for the next 2 weeks pretty much whatever I ate. In my worst attack I practically crawled to the computer to earthclinic.com. The 1/2 cup lettuce cure came up with 2 yeas. Sent son running to store for it and 20 mins. later after eating the 1/2 c. I had complete relief. As one writer speculated that it stimulated the liver to produce digestive enzymes that would stop the body from calling on the gallbladder to produce digestive bile.. So for the next 24 hrs. I ate nothing but
iceberg lettuce -lots of it -
and slices of organic apple. The next day I tried out eating whatever I wanted which had caused attacks throughout the prev. 2 wks. (except the cabbage/sausages -bad memory!) Even McDonald's failed to give me an attack. I am so thrilled with this cure of course!
Hearing once recently that digestive enz help people lose a lot of weight, I wonder if the stimulation of the liver a couple times a day with particularly iceberg lettuce (as it's supposed to work the best rather than other lettuces) would be a natural weight loss cure as well? I know it seems to make less of the slight puff around my ankles -more definition. So it might also help with fluid retention. As well my new pretty set wrinkles of 6 mos. ago have almost completely disappeared within a few days of ingesting 3x per day atleast (vertical ones beneath my eyes -not the crow's feet). Try it and I'd love to hear your feedback as I'm a personal trainer and would love to see if it helps people lose weight -at least it brings down the glycemic index of each meal you eat it with some.
Master Cleanses
Posted by Tracey (NH) on 04/27/2008
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I've done juice fast several times with no problems. I've tried the master cleanse twice now. Both times the room was spinning by lunchtime, to the point I had to eat. Not to mention the cayenne turned my stomach something awful.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Josephina (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) on 04/19/2008
★☆☆☆☆WARNING!
For last one week I am drinking cinnamon powder and honey in water to reduce fat in my body as per your advice. But after starting to do this I have started getting rash on my face and scratching of my eyes skin. Please advise me whether it is because of honey and cinnamon. My skin was always smooth without any rash or pimples.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Arati (Kolkata, West Bengal) on 06/28/2011
is honey and cinnamon good for reducing fat? and how much amount I have to take and for how many months?
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Jude (Somerville, Ma) on 07/29/2012
Your problem w/ the cinnamon & ceylon honey sounds like you might have an allergy to one of the two ingredients.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Susan (Portsmouth, Nh) on 01/05/2013
Regarding your rash to cinnamon - I believe cinnamon is a lot like ginger in that energetically it moves toxins to the skin for removal from the body, vs. the bowels, kidneys, liver etc.
Oolong Tea
Posted by Nim (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) on 12/30/2010
Hello Missy,
Today I bought from health store partially oxidized green tea that has qualities of both green and black tea. Hope it works for me. How long before you noticed the weight loss? Thanks.
Raw Food Diet
Posted by Sharon (Soldotna, Alaska) on 03/07/2008
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I am obese not from overeating, but due to stressors that I did not handle well and that caused a major stroke a year ago. Since then, I have made a major change in my diet even though I had eaten very well before without white flours, sugars and the other problem foods for many years. Now I am eating raw vegan foods and have not only finally dropped almost 40 pounds but my blood sugar levels are down to the mid-90s. I credit eating a raw food lifestyle with all this! My thyroid numbers are also in the more normal range! Lots of good changes that I believe eating a raw food lifestyle made happen.
Fenugreek
Posted by Beryl (London, England) on 03/07/2008
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One of your contributors said that she had lost weight by taking the herb Fenugreek. I tried it for five days and couldn't stop eating and found that I'd put four pounds on in five days. And when I looked up Fenugreek I discovered that it is an appetite stimulant. So other readers please be aware.
I'm not questioning what the contributor said, because I think that we all react differently to what we intake. That was her experience and it rests there.
I recently went on holiday to China and Japan, and when I arrived back was struck with an overwhelming tiredness, and every bone in my body ached. Was it jet lag, I wondered, but the symptoms still continued, so I starting taking Apple Cider Vinegar, Maple Syrup, lemon juice, bi carb, and a dash of cayenne pepper. Within a couple of days I'd started to feel well again, and so have continued with this mixture, and I am amazed at the way it has increased my energy and well being.
However, I'm sorry to report there's been no weight loss!! Thanks for your web site. I do enjoy it!
Fenugreek
Posted by Villageofone (Euless, Tx, USA) on 11/05/2009
This herb - regulates sugars but is more used in body building. Fennel is better for weight-loss.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by JULIE (SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA) on 01/07/2008
HONEY AND CINNAMON I HAVE A QUESTION DOSE IT HAVE TO BE POWDER CINNAMON AND DOSE IT HAVE TO SET 30MIN BEFORE DRINKING OR CAN I MIX EVERYTHING AND DRINK IT RIGHT AWAY? THANKS
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Hema (Dubai, UAE) on 12/23/2007
Hi, I became obese after delivery. I tried honey and cinnamon remedy for obesity which was explained by 2 readers. I boiled the water and added honey and cinnamon powder. But after a little cooling water turned into a little sticky fluid (ex: like grease) and was unable to drink. Anyhow i consumed it. But after drinking i felt vomiting sensation and some uneasyness in the stomach. can you please help me by explaining the correct procedure of this remedy. Thanks in advance.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by V (Fremont, USA) on 12/30/2007
To answer your question about the honey and cinnamon remedy, Hema:
Put the cinnamon and honey together and make a paste. Let that sit for half an hour or so, then add the boiling water and stir. Cover the mixture for another half hour, let it stand; then filter the mixture, and you have your tea. Drink half in the morning, half an hour before breakfast, and half at night, right before bed. Any kind of honey and cinnamon will do. Hope that helps.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Shalini (Houston, Tx) on 08/29/2009
Can Cinnamon & honey be mixed night before to set and boiling water be added in the morning before drinking?
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Terri (Halifax, Canada) on 03/17/2011
Boiling water will kill what is good in honey. Do not add boiling water or microwave.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Teri (Fredericksburg, Va) on 10/16/2012
You have to filter the cinnamon from the water as best you can. I too felt a little sick after.
Master Cleanses
Posted by Shaunna (Denver, Colorado) on 12/20/2007
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I did the Master Cleanse Lemonade diet for both detoxing and weight loss. My first time out I remained on the lemonade for 21 days. I lost a total of 22 lbs and have kept it off no problem. I have done shorter periods on the lemonade and found that only going at least 21 days resulted in permanent weight loss. The first week is really just your body getting rid of water and toxins so you'll gain that weight back if you stop at just one week. The longer you can remain on the program the greater your detoxing and weight loss results will be. My eyes went from permanently bloodshot to bright white while on the lemonade. I had a ton of energy and no brain fog. One thing to note, if you suspect you may be someone with very low histamine levels this may not be for you. I have low histamine levels (histapenia) and I believe this diet lowers them ever further. I became very short tempered and testy during certain points in the fast. If you are interested look for Stanley Burroughs' book about the Master Cleanser fast
ACV and Baking Soda
Posted by Lynda (Ruther Glen, VA) on 07/31/2008
Way to go Kimberly from Mineral, VA - Keep up the good work! When you share the amounts of ACV and baking soda, and frequency of use, I would love to know as well!
Master Cleanses
Posted by Sarah (Salt Lake City, Utah) on 12/16/2007
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The Lemonade Cleanse. I lost 25 pounds. You take the juice of half a lemon, real genuine maple syrup grade A,B or C, (not the fake kind. 1/10th of a teaspoon of cayenne pepper. You mix that in with 10 oz of water. You drink this anywhere from 6 to 10 times a day. You don't eat anything else. The only other thing you want to take is an herbal lexative tea, and a salt bath. Drink the herbal lexative tea every night before you go to bed, then the salt bath every morning when you wake up. The recipe for the salt bath is 2 teaspoons of sea salt mixed in with a quart of luke warm water. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time before you leave the house, because after drinking the salt water mixture you will be going potty for about 2 hours. I'd buy the booThe Master Cleanser Book by Stanley Burroughs. This book explains the process and answers all your questions. You have to go on the diet for atleast ten days. I really gotta say, it cured my acid indigestion, depression, and all kinds of other things that were wrong with me. I'd reccommend it to anybody.
If you're diabetic you would use Molasses instead of the maple syrup. Just research it first, then go for it.
Honey and Cinnamon
Posted by Bonnie (Long Beach, US) on 12/13/2007
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I was looking on your site a couple days ago and saw a remedy with honey to help lose weight. I tried it and found that i had more energy during the day, had less of an appetite, and fell asleep faster at night!! i love it! the remedy i found was every morning, a half hour before breakfast, as well as right before bed at night, drink a tablespoon of honey in one cup of boiling water with a teaspoon of cinnamon. It has only been four days, but man, what a difference!!
ACV and Coconut Oil
Posted by Kelly (Rochester, New York) on 03/25/2008
12/2/07 Nelson wrote that he takes 1 Tlbs of Coconut oil in the am and in the pm and drinks water with ACV throughout the day. How should the oil be taken?? Mixed with something? How much ACV to how much water and how often? Can you drink too much AVC a day? Thank you!
ACV and Coconut Oil
Posted by Citygirl27 (Richardson, Tx, Usa) on 10/14/2012
One tablespoon of virgin cocout oil (VCO) at a time with a food or drink product as described should not be a problem for anyone, unless you have pre-existing bowel issues. Starting with less VCO would only be helpful in those situations, or if you are taking it solo (not what I described). You need at least a tablespoon of VCO at a time before you will see health benefits.
ACV and Coconut Oil
Posted by Ginny (Lakeland, Florida) on 12/20/2016
I have thyroid issues also, and have gained 40 lbs in a short amount of time too. I am 67 years old, and have been doing this for 2 days. I have already lost 2 lbs. I will keep you posted as to my results.
Lemon and Honey Cure
Posted by Alem (Perth, Australia) on 11/04/2007
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I have heard about lemon & Honey cures from my over 110 year old grand-grandmother in Bosnia. I was overweight as a child and after starting to drink Lemon and honey tea (juice of ½-1 lemon, little honey and warm water) every morning my whole system has changed. My weight has dropped and I never had a problem with it since. I cant remember the last time I had a cold or flue. Another thing that she told me to do was: When a person feels a cold or flue coming on, to use the juice of 3 lemons and add 5-6 big tablespoons of good honey, mix it well and drink it. I know it sounds horrible, however I can swear by it. I newer got sick.
Lemon and Honey Cure
Posted by Jacque (Lawrenceville, GA) on 06/17/2008
How long had you been drinking the honey and lemon before you noticed any weight loss?
Lemon and Honey Cure
Posted by Karen (Orem, Utah) on 04/03/2015
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I have only been doing this for a week now. I feel so much better. I use raw honey and some times put ginger in it. So glad you posted this because today I did not bring any in my water. I thought that maybe I was silly. Now I know I am not and starting when I get home will do this from now on
ACV and Baking Soda
Posted by Cheryl (Dover, Delaware) on 05/09/2008
I would like to try this method for weight loss. How much Baking soda / ACV do you use?
ACV and Baking Soda
Posted by michelle (san antonio, tX) on 05/19/2008
I also would like to know the measurements for ACV and baking soda. Thank you, great site....
Grilled Chicken and Cabbage Weight Loss Recipe
Posted by Cjack (Stedman, Nc) on 07/15/2010
Do you use raw cabbage?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by JAYME (SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA) on 05/16/2007
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I started weight watchers jan 4th of 2007 and in with it I have been taking acv. I have lost 36 lbs as of may 16th. I feek great. I take 2t. Of acv 3 times a day with water after every meal. When i do this i drink it with a straw so that i do not have my teeth exposed to it. My question is, are my teeth still in danger to the acv? what should i do? thanks
