Guest guest Posted July 16, 2002 Report Share Posted July 16, 2002 SAT NAM all, I am currently in the middle of the Melon Diet/cleanse recommended by Yogi Bhajan, and I am loving it! This is a summertime fast, as the melons are in season and the heat promotes detoxing. It thoroughly cleanses the large & sm. intestines, revitalizes the body and removes poisons. Day 1: eat only canteloupes which are warming and a good laxative. Day 2: eat only watermelon which will clean the liver, kidneys, and is cooling Day 3: eat only papayas which works on the intestines and digestion. Day 4: drink only water with lemon juice & pure grade B maple syrup which resolves deficiencies and rids the body of excess mucus. Day 5: drink only water, but not ice cold water! Then reverse the diet, day 6 is water, day 7 is the lemon/syrup water, day 8 is papayas, day 9 is watermelon, day 10 is canteloupe. Take at least 3 more days to come off the fast: day 11 eat only fruit but NO MELONS day 12 eat fruit and yoghurt... day 13 you can add vegetables, then day 14 add some grains, maybe some nuts. After that you can begin to get back to your regular diet, but with moderation and mindfulness. This is a huge commitment -- 2 weeks! and has been challenging for the first week I can tell you. But my yoga practice has been amazing, I have more focus and balance and more clear intention. I also have been able to attain some advanced Hatha postures I wasn't able to do before. Plus you will lose weight. I already notice a difference in the size of my arms and my belly So if you want to jump-start a weight loss plan I would recommend it, but (disclaimer!) ONLY if you can commit to the whole diet. Also if you have any other medical problems, you may want to consult a nutritionist or doctor before starting a big fast like this! But I feel absolutely great... I can let you know how it goes as time goes on! SAT NAM! elle _______________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2002 Report Share Posted August 4, 2002 Sat Nam Elle, You were doing Yogi Bhajan's Melon diet a few weeks ago, how did it go? Krishan Shiva Kaur ___________ SikhNet - http://www.SikhNet.com ___________ Get news on Sikhism and the Sikhnet web site Sign up at http://www.SikhNet.com/ ___________ Promote your group and strengthen ties to your members with email by Everyone.net http://www.everyone.net/?btn=tag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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