Comments on: Nature’s Secret Ultimate Fasting Cleanse 5 Part 5

By: Keli J. Thomas

Keli J. Thomas — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

As enjoyable as not eating can be
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Suggestions for those who can’t handle the fiber drink part (what I did): mix with V-8, texture in juice helped as well as letting it soak up some moisture for a bit. Ended up being like really thin oatmeal. Still gross but more do-able.

I cheated a little bit, but mostly because I missed chewing and flavor. Three cheats: 3 salt-n-pepper chips (individual, not bags or handfuls), 1/3 chicken breast (boneless/skinless) and LOTS of low sodium V-8.

I really, really feel the appetite suppressant pills worked. Wasn’t that hungry and MANY pills/fiber/water filled me up. Felt less bloated and more energized afterword. Gave me a nice kick-start to my healthier eating (diet is a dirty word, sets ya up for failure). By having an empty stomach, allowed me to eat smaller portions when I started food again.

So far down 10 lbs in 3 weeks and blood pressure is down too!!

Also, noticed this on other reviews and TOTALLY agree: caused some MAJOR breakouts. I attributed it to eating less “cr@p” and skin purging I guess.

By: Joshua Webb

Joshua Webb — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Seems to work..terrible side effects…
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I recently just purchased this product and was excited to try it – really just to lose weight and rid the body of toxins. I didnt lower my calorie intake prior to use and didnt have an issue with food cravings. However, by the end of the second day I was so completely nauseated i had to eat. During the 48 hours i did take this product I had terrible sinus problems and an extreme lack of focus. I could barely work my 9-5! The Fiber powder is the most disgusting thing ive ever tried (and i have a high tolerance). It turned the water into a thick ooze…noo way was i going to do that for the entire time. I ended up substituting the fiber with benefiber and that seemed to do fine. It is now the end of day 2 and I am about to stop simply because i am tired of feeling like i have the flu. I may go get some white castle!

By: Jasmine Duggins

Jasmine Duggins — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

GREAT PRODUCT! IT REALLY WORKS!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This product is great. The appetite suppressants really work. I didn’t experience any horrible side effects. Taking the pills are annoying but it’s really worth it. The fiber powder is nasty but if you take it with a thick fruit or vegetable drink you will not taste it. I lost 4 pounds in those 5 days I was on this program. And I kept it off. It’s been about two months since I took this product and I am continuing to loose weight. Its a great way to jump start a new healthy regimen. I probably would have lost more if it didn’t cheat by eating fruits and plantains every day. Despite that I lost weight fast and cleaned out my system. I noticed that my bowl movements were very quick and easy, which made me realize that my colon was cleansed. I will definitely use this product again!

By: Stephany King

Stephany King — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Great Kit for Digestive Health!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have been using this kit once a year for the past four years. As a vegetarian, I have very little digestive issues, and I strive to keep it that way! By doing a yearly cleanse to start of the new year with this kit, I reduced alot of issues I used to have. As most people, I get pulled into the celebrating the holidays and my diet suffers. I restore the balance with this kit. Its a sacrafice not to eat for 5-days but well worth the results.

I find this kit to be the most effective. I like the 5-day program because its jsut long enough to feel the results but not too long that you feel near the point of starvation. This program is hard for the 1st two days, but the last three become easier. A few tips I've accumlated over the years:

~Read and follow the directions included. If you have a question, call and ask a representative of the company.

~Start day one on a day that you can rest alot and have access to a bathroom. Frequent urination tends to stop on the third day. Try to plan the 5-Day fast when you have very little social situations. Social situations always have food and it will only make it harder on you!

~Drinks lots of water and tea; keep hydrated. It makes the fast easier on the stomach.

~Lower your calorie intake and number of meals a few days before. It will ease the system and mentally prepare you for not eating for 5 days.

~The fiber included is the HARDEST thing in this program to choke down. Unfortunately, I found that I've gotten better "cleansing" results by not substituting this fiber supplement for another. I make it a point to have one serving of the included fiber per day and subtitute with caplets or an easier dissolving fiber supplement for the other 2 servings for the day. Be sure to read the ingredients of a fiber supplement you choose and compare it to the included fiber supplement.

~ I juice (I have a juicer)organic veggies or certain fruits once a day (begginning or end of day) during the fast to choke down the fiber supplement included. It will give juice the texture of a smoothy.

~ If you're not one to be able to take large pills (all pills included are large or multiples of small pills)get a pill crusher and add the powder to fresh juice (again, I have a juicer; I found Odwalla and Naked juices worked well. Be sure to read the ingredients before choosing.

I always feel better after the 5 days and it helps to keep my eating habits healthy for the rest of the year. My main concern is to restore my digestive health, but some of the perks are weight loss, clearer nails, skin and eyes. I personally also have better mentally clarity.

By: Mack

Mack — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Great results but bad side effects
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I’ve done 3 of these and had great results both in feeling better and weight loss. The problem came when my Dr found elevated liver enzymes indicating a toxic reaction to something in this mixture.

Kind of a serious side effect’

By: Marilyn M. Peck

Marilyn M. Peck — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

fasting kit
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I took 2 doses of this kit and I started to get sick. I could not complete the 5 day series. My daughter took it at the same time and she got sick too after the first day. I would not recommend this product to anyone!!!

By: Lisa Savicky

Lisa Savicky — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Not For Me
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Maybe some people can go five days without eating but I found so hard to do. I was doing this to fully clean out my colon. I personally don’t think it’s healthy to go without food. I couldn’t go one full day. I had really bad headaches and I had trouble focusing. I did this with two other friends and they had the same problems. I did do a strict vegetable and fruit diet about 4 days before starting the fast. I think I was getting better results by doing that and I was feeling great. This product maybe great for a lot of people but it wasn’t for me. I think changing my diet does more in the long run than go without eating for five days.

By: Marlowe

Marlowe — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Tough, but Rewarding
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I tried this fast as a way to investigate a suspected food allergy and to just reset my body.

During the fast:
I had caffeine headaches for the first 2 days but these went away. Day 2 was the hardest by far - got a little easier after that. My sense of smell increased so that I could smell a neighbor's grill 2 blocks away. Unlike some reviewers, I had a drop in energy. Some tasks took me longer to complete due to lack of focus. I realized how much of eating is either social or due to boredom. While I definitely went through periods of hunger, some of it was due to routine. Didn't experience too many side effects: face broke out just a little, bathroom visits were few (but substantial), dry skin and hair.

After the fast:
Did feel more focused and energetic, although true energy levels took a couple days to reset 100%. Took a few more days off from jogging.
Lost weight in face and stomach. I'm guessing the lack of salt helped decrease face puffiness. Stomach must have shrunk, since I fill up with smaller meals not. Will slowly work coffee, wine, etc back into diet, but will be more deliberate about it.

Overall:
An effective product that taught me alot about how I treat food. I found that a strict routine helped me get through the week. I made a grid listing out every fasting "meal" and what to take. Made a dedicated area on the table for this so I didn't have to think too much when my focus was low.

By: N. S. Mather

N. S. Mather — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Excellent cleanser
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I first used this product a year ago. According to the manufacturers, it can be safely used once every four months, which is what I have been trying to do. My experience has been that the first time through the focus is not so much on the cleansing - though it will do that, but rather just getting through the five days. There are a lot of pills, but I don't mind that. The only thing I am not fond of is the fiber mixture. In fact, that is the only reason I give this product four stars. The fiber is like drinking silt. The effect is worth it though.

The second time I tried the program I only made it through three days. But that was largely because I was trying to complete a fast during the holidays and it was way too easy to succumb to temptation. I waited until after the holidays and was able to get through it a second time. It was this completed second fast that I noticed the most drastic changes. I did feel clean and light inside and out. My head felt clear too and I was left with absolutely no desire to eat meat. In fact, I haven't had any meat except for fish since then.

I'v also managed to drop about 12 pounds during the two fasts - and I've been able to keep it off.

This is a great product. I highly recommend it.

By: nvironmental

nvironmental — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Great System
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This will be my second time using this system and it really works! Once you mentally defeat your cravings then you can do it. I hate taking pills, but will do it for this application only. I love the results and that’s why I will do this 3 times a year. Since doing this fast cleanse my skin has cleared up and I haven’t had trouble with dairy products anymore. I found it very strange and tried to credit other reasons, but true indeed I can eat dairy again with no problems. I lost about 12 pounds, but picked it right back up when I started to eat normal foods again. The appetite control pills REALLY worked and by no means was I tempted to eat or cheat myself with food. I still cooked meals and baked goods for others and “never” had a taste because I was anxious to discuss my results with others and challenge myself for the first time doing a fast. I opted out of using the recommended vegetable juice recipe and purchased 100% nonconcentrated juice. The Fiber Fortification makes your juice disgusting and I absolutely hate it!! But I managed to get through it by using a straw after being mixed with apple juice and will do it again 100 times because the system worked for me. Someone told me to try it and then I encouraged my father and handy man who tried it with the same success since they both were approaching the age of a colonoscopy.