Re: MC=20daysJuicing=4 Healing Crisis HELP!

Sounds like detox to me, although 5 days is a long crisis.

I had a week long crisis on a long fast during which I passed a kidney calcification. I never do long (over ten day) fasts without the supervision of my excellent naturopath, who understands the fasting process and can troubleshoot.

The longer you fast the deeper the cleansing goes. It is said we detox from most recent trash backward, so the more cleansing you do the longer the problem you are working through has been with you.

Most traditional MDs are not familiar with the physiology of fasting. I would recommend you find a naturopath or other natural health professional who is to help you understand this crisis and plan your future strategy.

Meanwhile, many times I have had a plain water enema stop a detox crisis in its tracks, better in a situation like this than the swf, which can be harsh long term in any case. Be sure to drink LOTS of extra water, and continue drinking fresh juices! If you are breaking your fast, eat CLEAN (nothing heavy, meaty, greasy, sugary), eat LIGHT (not too much at one time) and eat SLOWLY (chew your food very well). A 20 day fast will take 7 days or more to break. Stick to mainly fruits and veggies. Homemade vegetarian vegetable soup is a good standby. Keep your diet VERY clean, as you are obviously still in a detox processs.

If I were you I would be talking to natural health pros til I find someone who understands what you are going through and can get you headed in the right direction!

Let us know how you are!

Be well,
Somer