Master Cleanse
The Master Cleanse detox diet, also known as the Lemonade Diet was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941 and made popular by Peter Glickman through his book Lose Weight, Have More Energy and Be Happier in 10 Days, which adapts Burroughs' regimen to a modern audience.[1]

The Master Cleanse involves drinking a mixture of fresh lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and grade B maple syrup. This is followed up with a saltwater drink designed to purge the stomach and bowels. Some people choose to take a laxative while on the Master Cleanse, but no solid food is eaten while on the cleanse. The typical amount of time spent on the Master Cleanse is ten days, although it is not uncommon for people to stay on the cleanse for longer periods of time.

The Master Cleanse is said to eliminate waste that has built up in the body. Supporters of the Master Cleanse have credited it with helping them lose weight, increase energy, and even cure chronic diseases. Recently, the cleanse received media attention, as the singer/actress Beyoncé did it for 10 days and lost 22lbs (9kg) for her role in the 2006 movie Dreamgirls.

The Purpose
First and foremost... this is not a diet or a method to lose weight. Only proper diet and exercise will help you maintain your proper weight. As with anything... please consult your physician prior to doing the Master Cleanse.
Here is what you are looking to achieve through the Master Cleanse program.

• To dissolve and eliminate toxins and congestion that has formed in any part of the body.
• To cleanse the kidneys and the digestive system.
• To purify the glands and cells throughout the entire body.
•  To eliminate all unusable waste and hardened material in the joints and muscles.
• To relieve pressure and irritation in the nerves, arteries, and blood vessels.
• To build a healthy blood stream.
• To keep youth and elasticity regardless of our years.
  

 When to Use It

• When sickness has developed - for all acute and chronic conditions
• When the digestive system needs a rest and a cleansing.
• When overweight has become a problem.
• When better assimilation and building of body tissue is needed.

 
How Long and Often?
Follow the diet for a minimum of 10 days or more - up to 40 days and beyond may be safely followed for xtremely serious cases. The diet has all the nutrition needed during this time. Three to four times a year will o wonders for keeping the body in a normal healthy condition. The diet may be undertaken more frequently or serious conditions.