I’m taking this information directly from the Arise and Shine website. They list some warnings you need to watch out for while on the cleanse.
“When the body pulls out toxins faster than the elimination organs can get rid of them, they can get reabsorbed into the blood stream and liver. Cleansing reactions may include:
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Discomfort
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea
Constipation
It is not unusual for a person to experience constipation when starting The Cleanse or during. We define constipation as 24 hours or more without a bowel movement, but this will vary from person to person.
Reasons:
- Changes in the diet
- Addition of fiber
- Unbalanced pH.
- Not enough friendly bacteria (flora) in the intestinal tract.
Solutions:
- Make sure you are drinking 30-40 ounces of fresh juice or vegetable mineral broth per day while cleansing. A good time to take this is 20 min. before or after an herb set.
- An enema or colonic may be helpful to get things moving.
- Increasing the amounts of Chomper and Herbal Nutrition may help increase the number of bowel movements. Always wait a day before increasing the amounts again.
- Try taking the Cleansing Shake without Bentonite for a day.
- Try increasing the amount of Flora Grow capsules to 3-5 capsules, 3 times a day, either after a meal, juice or broth. Continue for 2 to 3 days, or until relieved.
- Drink enough water.
Problem: diarrhea
Reasons:
• Unbalanced pH. • Your body may be adjusting to your new
eating habits. • Your body may be eliminating excessive
amounts of acid. • You may be taking too much Chomper.
Solutions:
• Take 4 Flora Grow after each meal, juice or broth 3 times a day. Continue for 2 to 3 days, or until relieved
• If you are using Cayenne, discontinue. • Increase the amount of Bentonite in the
Cleansing Shake to no more than 11⁄2
tablespoons total. • Decrease the amount of Chomper and
Herbal Nutrition for a day or two. • Check your pH. Your electrolyte levels may
be low. Drinking more fresh vegetable juice or broth may be helpful.
Problem: nausea
Reasons:
- pH is low, meaning your electrolyte levels are low.
- Bowels are not moving often enough. Plaque and other toxic debris needs to be eliminated quickly.
- Liver congestion, possibly caused by pathogenic germs or bacteria or by detoxifying too quickly.
- May be caused by parasites being stirred up by the herbs.
Solutions:
- Increase electrolyte intake with either fresh vegetable juice, Alkalizer or Electrolife®.
- Drink organic peppermint or ginger tea.
- Take an enema or colonic until the water comes out clear.
- Mix 1 tablespoon of Bentonite with 8 oz. of distilled water and sip very slowly.
- You can take an organic coffee enema to help remove the toxins from your liver. If you are inexperienced with coffee enemas, please call Cleanse Support.
- If you suspect it is the herbs, take them in 5 minute intervals, one at a time. The herbs may be stimulating the stomach lining.
- Cut back a phase. Give your body time to detoxify at a slower rate. Eat a baked potato to slow down the cleansing process.
- To increase bowel movements, increase the amount of Chomper and Herbal Nutrition by one each serving, until desired bowel movements are achieved. Reverse this procedure if you get diarrhea.
- If you suspect parasites, you might want to do a parasite program first, then follow with The Cleanse.
CAUTION: While on the Power and Master Phases, circulation may slow down and cause lightheadedness. If so, take your time and stand up, or move slowly, until it diminishes.
After Cleansing:
- You should maintain a minimum of 2 bowel movements daily, one first thing in the morning and one within thirty minutes after a meal. If you don’t, see page 8, ‘THE TRANSITION’.
- Maintain adequate consumption of fresh pure water. The body will continue to cleanse for a while if you maintain a clean (alkalizing) diet.
- Use Flora Grow to establish healthy colonies of intestinal bacteria.
- If you feel a little “off,” make yourself vege- table mineral broth to aid in the transition from the herbs and shakes to regular meals.
- Take your time transitioning and allow yourself to develop new eating habits. Many find they feel so refreshed that they never return to some of their old foods because they have replaced them with a more satisfying and nutritious fare.
- It is not uncommon for a person to experience temporary constipation. If you do, call our Cleanse Support line, 1.541.282.5601 with questions.
NOTE: If you experience sustained discomfort after taking the steps recommended above, you should consult your health care practitioner. They may be able to help you adjust the program to best suit your needs. There are also times when it is best to delay cleansing and work with your practitioner until you are strong enough to cleanse.”
Tomorrow the 28 Day Arise and Shine Cleanse weekly round up and a personal tip of the day.