Lemons and limes! oh my!
Most people use lemons to make their Master Cleanse drink, but limes are also allowed and make for a nice change.
http://www.theworldwidegourmet.com/fruits/citrus/medicinal.htm
Maple Syrup
The cleanse recipe calls for Pure Maple Syrup. Most people prefer grade B or C since it is nutritionally more dense than grade A. The darker the syrup, the less refined and more nutritious it is.
I prefer NOW brand Organic grade B syrup.
Cayenne Pepper
I buy my pepper in bulk from my health food store. I look for the highest amount of H.U. or "heat units" I can find. I use 90,000 HU ground organic Frontier brand cayenne pepper.
Water!
Water is very important for cleansing since we mix it with our Lemonade, and also drink water in addition to keep hydrated and toxins flowing. It is recommended that you drink half your body weight in ounces of water per day!
I use filtered water which I then energize through my Nikken PiMag Gravity Filter. I just bought a distiller to try out with this cleanse too. One can use any pure water which is preferrably clear of contaminants and chlorine and fluoride. Britta and Pur filters seem to be popular also.
Sea Salt
I use Himalayan Salt but any sea salt which is not iodized will work. All salts are not the same and so taste is a factor. RealSalt, Redmond's, and Celtic Grey seem to be poplular. Salt is used in the Salt Water Flush which most people use once a day to help facilitate moving old fecal debris from the body.
http://www.himalayancrystalsalt.com/
Laxative Tea
Others use Senna or Yogi tea, but I prefer to use Smooth Move tea which comes in two flavors, Original, and Chocolate. Drunk last thing at night, by morning, your body is ready to begin the work of moving out old toxins and body debris.
http://www.tealand.com/SmoothMove.asp
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Sometimes, you just need something to soothe the tummy and relax the mind. Peppermint tea is just the thing to help make things alright!
http://www.yogitea.com/Organic-Tea/Tea.asp?Tea_ID=HF33
Together, these are the ingredients for success and have been used by thousands to improve their health, function, and outlook on life.
"Everyday holds the possibility of a miracle."
be happy, be well,
Zoe