Comments on: Master Cleanse Journal – Day 8

By: Sayward

Sayward — Fri, 22 May 2009 01:08:30 +0000

@ Kelly – Wow, that’s just crazy! The body is so amazing.

I bet that was the most amazing gala apple EVER. =D

By: Kelly

Kelly — Fri, 22 May 2009 00:48:41 +0000

Ginger/Sayward…thank you both! But you won’t believe it. The day I was able to eat solid food, I first ate a delicious, organic Gala apple. Right after I was finished, I felt around the area and the white spots had started to diminish. By 11 that morning, they were completely gone! My theory is that they had something to do with the lack of certain digestive enzymes caused by chewing. Interesting, don’t you think? Anyway…yay! And congrats on your completion!

By: Sayward

Sayward — Thu, 21 May 2009 22:25:49 +0000

@ Kelly – That’s so awesome to hear that everything went smoothly for you, and that you’ve had such a positive experience. You sound super grounded and solid – so awesome!

I have no idea about the white spots, but I think Ginger may be on to something with the thrush. I’ve heard it mentioned before. Maybe investigate that avenue? Regardless, please do let me know how it works out. =)

@ Ginger – I think you may be right. Thanks for the info and the link!

By: Ginger Baker

Ginger Baker — Wed, 20 May 2009 18:46:53 +0000

@ Kelly
The very first thing that came to mind when you say “white spots on the inside of my cheeks” is thrush (aka candida). I know of it through the breastfeeding angle :-) but if you follow some of the links here you should be able to get ample information that will confirm (or not) that that is your issue. http://www.kellymom.com/bf/concerns/thrush/thrush-resources.html

~Ginger

By: Kelly

Kelly — Wed, 20 May 2009 04:57:25 +0000

They are clusters of white, raised spots on the gums near both lower back teeth. They don’t hurt or feel in any way tender and I think they appeared on Day 8? Can’t remember exactly. I’ve never had anything like this before…It’s weird! Tomorrow is my first day of eating solid food, so I’ll give it a week to see if they disappear. You’re right. Every body reacts differently. It’s so fascinating!

I feel great. Since days 8, 9 & 10 were perfect, I extended the cleanse an extra day. I have felt light and clean and in tune with my body. I definitely have to watch my blood sugar levels carefully though because without a consistent dose of OJ or juice or broth yesterday and today, my head ached and the fog rolled in! Such a great experience overall.

You’re almost done with your second go ’round. Good job!

By: Sayward

Sayward — Tue, 19 May 2009 23:53:26 +0000

@ Kelly – Were they just spots (like discoloration), or were they more like sores? Or calluses?

More importantly, did they go away?!

I haven’t come across that in my research, but I have read about all sorts of crazy reactions. The body does strange things when in detox.

I suppose it could have been the lemon. Also could have been totally unrelated! You never know. I really wish scientists would get their act together and do some careful, methodical studies of fasting/cleansing!

So you’re done now, right? How are you feeling???

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 19 May 2009 20:40:10 +0000

Hi Sayward.

In your readings about The Master Cleanse, have you ever heard of anyone developing white spots in the inside of both cheeks?? I developed them around Day 8 I think and I wondered if it might be caused by the acidity of the lemons. Thoughts?

Thx,
Kelly