Re: MC just based on Cayenne paper?

If you want to experiment, I suggest you start your Master-Cleanse (especially if it is your first) by the book, using the exact amount of ingredients listed in the book. After three days, you can start reducing the amount of Maple Syrup a little at a time. For most people the first three days of fasting can be quite a shock and the MS will help prevent to rapid a detox, extreme die off and weakness. After the first few days you can experiment up and down with the syrup to see what give you the best results and leaves you able to function. In the past, I have cut the sweetener, sometimes Maple syrup, sometimes organic evaporated cane juice, by as much as 2/3. However, if I got too weak or began to feel ill I would increase it slightly. As you get to know your body's requirements and how it reacts to fasting and detox, you will be able to fine tune the drink. However, it is best and safest to use the original directions at first. Lemon and cayenne give a very powerful and intense detox, even more so than water only. It is not the way to begin a fasting/cleansing regimen. The sweetener is an important part of the MC. Remember that some form of Sugar is necessary to fuel the muscles and help cells absorb vital minerals. The only way it would be safe not to use any sweetener is if you are completely sedentary and closely monitored if the fast lasts longer than three days. Try what is tried and proved before you begin to experiment.