i think you might consider drinking a little more. you can reduce the maple syrup in each if you are worried about not losing weight.... but, from what i understand and what i have experienced, the more you drink, the more you cleanse and the more energy you will have.
i know it's tough, i am on day 7 and it's my second time doing the mc. i did it three years ago and only lasted six days. i wish i knew this forum existed because it's such great supprt!