FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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How do I make the Lemon Detox Diet Drink?
Please refer to the Ingredients page on the web site?

Why don't we eat solid foods during a detox?
The single most important part of a detox program is not eating. Some people worry at the prospect of going without solid foods, yet such fears are groundless. Not eating may sound daunting, but it is much easier than you think. The Lemon Detox Diet is a health program, not a fast. A true fast is complete abstinence from food of any kind. The Lemon Detox drink, however, is a liquid food, nourishing and energising.

It is very important not to burden the body with solid food during the Lemon Detox program, as it hinders the cleansing process and reduces its effectiveness. Most detox diets that promise an internal cleanse whilst still consuming food will not do as well as complete abstinence from food. Here's why:

Food contains chemicals and additives, so consuming it will add more toxins during a fast. This hinders your ability to release the accumulated toxic build-up present in your body.

Eating requires a lot of energy to digest, assimilate, and eliminate. This is energy intensive, and your body is not able to rest and restore. When you stop eating, your whole body is at rest, promoting homeostasis (metabolic rest) and reducing the production of metabolic waste. This is when healing takes place and hormone balance is restored.

When you stop eating, your body goes into a fasting mode called autolysis (self-ingestion), a process where it burns off diseased or damaged cells and fat for fuel. Amino acids are extracted from tired and damaged cells, resynthesized and re-used. The old cells are thus effectively disposed of and the formation of new cells is sped up. However, the body will never consume or damage its own essential tissues or vital organs.

Meanwhile, the eliminative organs (lungs, liver lymphatic system, kidneys and skin) are themselves cleansed, ensuring the rapid expulsion of accumulated metabolic wastes. This very process is used to treat morbid growths such as tumours, abscesses, and fibroids. This causes rapid expulsion of metabolic waste in the cells and promotes new cell formation. In short, your body becomes rejuvenated

What is the difference if you use normal syrup?
The Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ is a combination of  5 part selected Southeast Asian palm syrups with 1 part pure Canadian grade-C maple syrup.

We have had customers use ordinary maple syrup in the past and report back telling us how much of a difference the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ has made to their detox program. While using the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ customers report increased levels of energy, the ability to sustain a longer duration on the program and in turn increasing results, less headaches and dizziness, less fatigue, and much greater hunger satisfaction due to the contents in the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™. Whereas after the use of normal maple syrup customers found the weight lost could not be sustained due to the lack of nourishment in maple syrup.

The Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ is produced from the Acer Saccharum, Coconut Palm, Arenga Palm, Kitul Palm, Nipah palm, and the Palmyra Palm.

The Syrup is low in protein, isn’t this bad?
The diet does indeed contain only a few proteins, but it is a fact that today people consume far too much protein which is considered by many doctors to be a cause of illness itself. Our bodies cannot only function safely without newly ingested proteins for the duration of the diet, but their absence is an absolute blessing for the entire system, and further aids the elimination process by not adding to the accumulated waste.

Western medicine states that a diet without proteins is advisable only up to 21 days. Since the Lemon Detox Diet is within this period there is no risk at all.

If the diet is repeated 2 or 3 times a year it will have a lasting, beneficial effect on the body.

How do you know if the purification process is complete?
A good way of measuring the progress of the purification process is to observe the change in colour of the tongue. It becomes white on the surface during cleansing and once it regains its normal clear pink the process can be considered complete.

Why do I feel weak?
At some point during the diet, it is common to encounter weakness or slight dizziness.

This may continue for a day or two, and is not the result of a lack of vitamins or minerals but simply the effect of the dissolved waste material circulating in the body before final elimination.

Take a little more rest than usual and the longer you are on the diet the easier it becomes.

Does it work for alcoholics and smokers?
The lemon diet has proved to be strikingly effective for those who want to give up smoking or drinking. The chemical changes in the body and the purification process will steadily reduce the craving. Of course you cannot stop abruptly.

Start decreasing your daily amount in advance and aim to stop completely on the fourth day of the diet. This allows the body time to eliminate any remaining poisons. Having completed the diet you should not feel any compulsion to smoke or drink.

There are of course psychological reasons connected with addiction that cannot be eliminated by The Lemon Diet alone.

Can the diet be attempted with a stomach ulcer?
The diet was originally used to cure stomach ulcers. But these ulcers have several causes and it is advisable to do the diet under the surveillance of a doctor.


Can I exercise during the Detox Program?
Light exercise is a great complement to the diet. If you already exercise keep at it but take it easy. Athletes in training may experience a reduction in stamina and are advised to cut back 60-70% of normal training intensity for the duration of the diet.

Avoid strenuous exercise as intense exertion may encourage toxins to be reabsorbed rather than eliminated. When we engage in vigorous activity the body is forced to call upon extra reserves of energy and synthesizes energy from protein and fat. This is a demanding process distracting the body from its cleansing priorities and when compounded by the release of lactic acid from muscular activity it only increases the toxic load.

Nevertheless, gentle exercise is very helpful to the cleansing process. The key is finding the right balance of activity and rest. Adequate rest is crucial during the Lemon Detox Diet, while resting the body performs its vital cleansing tasks. Far from interfering with your training the Lemon Detox Diet is a wise investment for any athlete or person wanting to keep fit. Most athletes return to full training after the diet with renewed energy and enthusiasm. You’ll find that your body performs more efficiently when it is cleansed and purified, experiencing higher energy levels and performance.

Can I do the detox while I’m breast feeding?
It is not a suggested practice to do major cleanses and detox programs while breast feeding. The toxins leaving your body will be leached into your breast milk - thus being transferred to your baby during feeding.

We recommend that you wait until you have finished breast feeding before attempting to detox.

Why do we use pepper in the detox mix?
Cayenne pepper adds a nice zing to the drink, but more importantly it also helps dissolve built up mucus.

A recognized metaboliser, it adds heat to the system and thus stimulates circulation, helping the blood reach remote areas of the body, so important for effective cleansing and elimination.

Do I have to drink the sea salt water?
The salt-water drink is a great laxative which provides an inner body cleanse but if the taste of the sea salt water is uncomfortable for you, you can substitute it for another cup of the herbal laxative tea instead.

Can I keep taking vitamins and supplements during the diet?
We recommend that you minimize the intake of vitamins and supplements during the diet. Remember, any thing that you take into your body has to be digested and eliminated. Any vitamins or supplements that you take during the diet add to the digestive load of your system, diverting some of your body’s energy from cleansing to digestion. If you are taking any vitamins or supplements on the advice of a health care practitioner for a particular ailment or deficiency then you may wish to keep taking them. However, if you are taking vitamins or supplements for just general health we recommend that you stop taking them during the diet and then resume after if you like.

Should I keep taking my medication during the diet?
If you are taking medicine prescribed by a doctor, then use common sense. Medicines will lessen the effect of the diet, but before you stop taking them you should be in agreement with your doctor, preferably a doctor who is open to and knows about natural healing methods. It is better to do the Lemon Detox Diet while still taking medicine than not to do it all.

Purification will still take place , although to a lesser extent

Where can you buy the Natural Tree Syrup from?
Is it available in health stores?
Currently, the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ is only available in Australia exclusively through Madal Bal Australia.

You can purchase through this website on the Purchase page or by phoning (02) 9793 3332 during business hours if you would like to place an order over the phone.

Payment options accepted are by credit card (Visa or Mastercard), direct deposit,or money order. Cheques not accepted.

How long does the 1 litre tin of Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ last?
The 1 Litre tin of  the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™ is sufficient enough to carry out the 5-7 day standard program. For the Optimum program you will need 2 tins of the Natural Tree Syrup.

Will the weight lost during the diet come back?
Most of the time the weight stays off. Unlike many other diets where the weight lost is mostly water weight, most of the weight lost during the Lemon Detox Diet comes from the loss of mucus, diseased cells and fat tissue. This is where toxins are stored in our system and it is from here where real weight is lost.

One of the great benefits of the Lemon Detox Diet is that people usually kick their “bad food” habits and cravings. People will find that after completing the diet they are revitalized and can easily stay away from unnecessary and unhealthy foods.

When we go on a cleansing diet like the Lemon Detox Diet the body can overcome these addictions by giving the body a break from our normal diet. By the third or fourth day on the Lemon Detox Diet most people feel really good, healthy, vibrant, and more clear because their body is cleaning out all this unwanted junk in their system. Then when most people come off of the Lemon Detox Diet they don’t want to go back to their old diet because they feel so good and the mere idea of eating junk food seems repulsive. Once we break these addictions the body literally tells our mind, “I don’t need this substance in my system.”

Most people who perform the Lemon Detox Diet do so as a way to start a new better diet and lifestyle. The diet cleanses us out. We lose excess weight and then feel so good that we initiate into a consistently better diet and lifestyle.

Can I perform the Lemon Detox Diet if I have diabetes?
Managing type 2 diabetes means making some changes to how you live. Your doctor will ask you to eat healthy, be more active, lose weight if you need to, and quit smoking. He or she may also prescribe one or more medicines.

It may seem like a lot to do. But keeping your blood sugar under control now can help reduce the risk of health problems from diabetes later.

Being overweight and inactive also increase the chances of developing type 2 diabetes. Eating healthy and being active are also very important for managing type 2 diabetes and controlling your blood sugar levels.

People with type 2 diabetes have successfully and safely performed the Lemon Detox Diet. While the Lemon Detox Drink contains sugar from the natural tree syrups, a “no-no” for diabetics, each glass contains a fairly low amount. The idea of the diet is to drink many glasses of the Lemon Detox drink throughout the day giving the body a steady dose of simple carbohydrate.

The great thing about the Lemon Detox Diet for type 2 diabetics is that it is a great weight loss diet, which is a major factor in decreasing the effects of diabetes. Also, the cleanse that the internal organs get is great for increasing their efficiency and production.

If you have type 2 diabetes and you would like to perform the Lemon Detox Diet we strongly recommend that you get the permission of your doctor or preferably a doctor who is open to and knows about natural healing methods. Type 2 diabetics who have performed the Lemon Detox Diet tell us that they simply keep a close monitor of their blood sugar levels, as they normally should. Checking the levels 3-4 times a day is the safest.

Remember, if you are taking medicine prescribed by a doctor, then use common sense. Medicines will lessen the effect of the diet, but before you stop taking them you should be in agreement with your doctor, preferably a doctor who is open to and knows about natural healing methods.

We do not recommend the Lemon Detox Diet to people who have type 1 diabetes.

Meal planning for type 1 diabetes requires consistency to allow food and insulin to work together to regulate blood glucose levels. If meals and insulin are out of balance, extreme variations in blood glucose can occur.

Consultation with a registered dietitian or nutrition counselor is an invaluable tool for meal planning and dietary control for diabetics.

Low blood sugar, known as hypoglycemia, can occur in diabetics when they use too much insulin, exercise too much, or have not eaten enough food.

How often can I Repeat the Program?
We recommend that you cleanse at least twice a year and up to four times a year for a lasting, beneficial effect on the body. We also recommend that you allow about three to four weeks between major cleanses.

Many people find the results of the Lemon Detox Diet so beneficial that they repeat it frequently and incorporate the diet into their lives. Others also like to ‘revise’ the program for one day each week, to give the body a break from the constant demands of digestion.

You will find each time you revisit the program it becomes easier and more enjoyable. People have reported tremendous health results with repeated cleanses and with ongoing cleansing on the Lemon Detox Diet.

Can I drink anything besides the Lemon Detox drink during the diet?
If you feel the need for variety, then once or twice a day you can drink a cup of herb tea or freshly squeezed citrus juice (orange or grapefruit). Peppermint, rosehip and chamomile teas are useful complements to the Lemon Detox Drink and make a nice contrast. Peppermint tea especially supports the cleansing process, offers relief from headaches, cleanses the palate and neutralizes any mouth or body odours that may arise. Teas and juices should only be sweetened with the Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup™, if at all, and don’t use or add any dairy products.

Can I change the mix of the Lemon Detox Drink?
You may slightly alter the mixing quantities of your detox drink.

If you feel that the taste of the syrup is too sweet or strong you may add water to the recommended mixing quantities. For example if you want to add another half a litre of water to your recommended 2 litre batch to reduce the concentration of the syrup you may, but just remember that you will have to drink an extra half a litre ( i.e. 2 glasses of the detox mix ).Remember the most important part of the detox drink is to consume the three and a half lemons and the 140ml of syrup per day. So, it may take you 7 glasses or 10 glasses but as long as you drink this portion per day.

If you are feeling especially hungry, are being very physically active or have a high metabolism then you may wish to add more syrup to the mix. Try adding the syrup in a 3:2 or 4:2 ration to the lemon juice. Remember that the actual syrup is liquid food.

Find a mix that works for you. Some people like more syrup in the mix, some less.

I have low blood pressure. Is the Programme safe for me?
During the Programme, your blood pressure will drop as you are abstaining from food. Thus, it is not advisable if you are medically treated for low blood pressure. Should you have a mild case of low blood pressure, start the programme by having a cup of unsweetened black coffee in the morning. This will act as a natural stimulant. Also, drink sufficient Lemon Detox Drinks and have plenty rest.

Will lemon juice be too acidic on an empty stomach?
Is lemon alkaline or acidic? Citrus fruits are assumed to have an acidifying effect on your body. In actual fact, when metabolised in the body, the acid has an alkalising effect in the system. That's why most people on the Lemon Detox Detox don't experience stomach acidity.

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