If Wednesday is hump day of the work week, day 3 is the hump day of the Lemonade Diet. Most people describe day 2 and day 3 as the very worst for cravings. By day 4, your body has adapted to its new routine and is no longer expecting meals at the usual times and the familiar stuffed bellies provided by processed foods.
While this may be hump day for cravings, I don’t believe it is the same for the detox. Starting on day 4, many people describe getting headaches, rashes, slight colds and runny noses, and I believe this is due to the expulsion of toxins in our bodies, as they leave our system. Sick in, sick out. When we ingest toxins, we often have similar reactions – a sneeze, a stuffed nose, even a temperature. All of those things are reactions to contaminants detected by our immune system.
I’m on DAY 3 and so far it’s a breeeeeeze (knock on wood). I think it’s also due to using Molasses instead of Maple Syrup. It feel healthier and has less kickback or body shock from the body for having so much sugar in the system. With that said… I AM F**KING STARVING. But I love this cleanse. There’s nothing like this that allows you to get a hold of life and cut through all the nonsense around you.
Congrats Ricky, you are through the most common difficult days. Beware complacency and therefore lack of preparation which can leave you without your lemonade handy.
I am on day 3 today. It is quite easy, and I was surprised because I remember day 3 being really hard before. I actually had a hard time on night 1 only, with headaches and such. However, I have done the cleanse several times now, and believe me when I say it gets easier and easier each time. I think the body remembers the process to an extent, so it doesn’t freak out as much. Happy Cleansing!
Am on day 3 much better on day 2 had heart palpitations but not getting them any longer feeling great today.
I would love to do this with someone by tomorrow. Let me know if you are willing!!!
Day 3
I didn’t ease in and I chose the laxative tea instead of the swf. It seems to be getting a bit easier. Day 1 was the absolute worst for me as far as cravings and caffeine headaches. So far I feel good with minor hunger and cravings. I did notice my face broke out a but over night. I had intended on only doing five days but I’m hoping that at this rate I can make it a full ten.
On day 3 now…skipped swf and did another laxative tea this morning instead aND around 1pm had some violent bowel movements followed by nearly fainting and lightheadedness. Laying down now but very foggy. Is this normal? So far this is the worst part.
It is normal with the laxative tea. I experience that almost every morning after drinking the tea before bed. It isnt pleasant but it passes.