This lemonade cleanse is my take on the original Master Cleanse recipe. It’s the perfect way to kickstart my New Year’s resolution to get healthier. This warm lemon detox water tastes great, is super simple. I use it to get you ready for Summer any time of year!
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What’s in This Lemonade Cleanse Recipe?
My lemonade cleanse is inspired by the Master Cleanse recipe but with a few adjustments. This homemade lemon detox water is just as healthy but tastes even better!
- Lemon Juice: High in vitamin C, antioxidants, and citric acid, which can help stimulate digestion, support liver function, and aid in the elimination of toxins from the body.
- Honey: A natural sweetener that provides the body with the necessary energy during the fast. It is also rich in vitamins and minerals, including calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc.
- Cayenne Pepper: Contains capsaicin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. It also helps to boost metabolism and improve circulation.
- Ground Ginger: High in antioxidants and helps settle the stomach from the acidic lemon juice.
- Hot Water: Essential for hydration and helps to flush out toxins from the body.
It is recommended that you consult a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or fasting regimen.
The Original Master Cleanse Recipe
This lemon detox water is a fun take on the Master Cleanse. I made a few tweaks to the others I saw out there, and I think this one tastes a lot better. I can actually enjoy drinking it instead of just forcing it down!
If you’re looking to make the true Master Cleanse recipe, for each serving, you’ll need 10 ounces of water, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
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How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover detox lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave to warm before enjoying.
Reintroducing Solid Foods
This lemonade cleanse is designed to be consumed during a period of fasting; however, I also enjoy it as part of a balanced diet. If you do choose to fast, you’ll want to add solid foods back in slowly so as not to upset your stomach too much.
As you begin to reintroduce solid foods to your diet at the end of the cleanse, start by adding liquids like orange juice or vegetable broth. After a day or two, you can resume eating fruits, vegetables, and salads.
I like to start with a simple grilled peach salad or Mandarin orange salad. Finally, you can begin to reintroduce healthy solid foods. I recommend cabbage soup, Mexican zucchini boats, or vegetable stir fry.
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“Great advice and I like the change from syrup to using honey. Honey is a more healthy substitute.” -Sharon Greene
Lemonade Cleanse (Master Cleanse Recipe)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup lemon juice (from about 8 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 cups hot water
Instructions
- In a mug, combine the lemon juice, honey, and spices. Stir well to combine as much as possible.1 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons honey, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- Pour hot water into four separate glasses, about 1 cup each.4 cups hot water
- Top each with ¼ of the lemon mixture, making 4 drinks total.
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Becky’s tips
- To make 1 mug: Use ¼ cup lemon juice, ½ tablespoon honey, a pinch each of cayenne and ground ginger, and 1 cup hot water.
- Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and cannot offer medical advice. Please consult your doctor before beginning a new diet or fasting regimen.
Nutrition Information
How to Make A Detox Drink Step by Step
Mix the Lemon, Honey, and Spices: In a mug, combine 1 cup of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of honey, ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger. Stir well to combine as much as possible.
Boil the Water: Pour hot water into four separate glasses, about 1 cup each.
Mix the Water and Lemon: Top each with ¼ of the lemon mixture, making 4 drinks total.
Not quite! The Master Cleanse is very specific about each ingredient and its purpose. I personally was not so much a fan of the taste, though, so I created my own recipe inspired by the Master Cleanse. I swapped the maple syrup for honey and added in some spicy ground ginger.
It’s recommended to do the Master Cleanse over a period of 7-10 days. This lemonade is perfect for a full cleanse or just as a detox from a heavy day of eating. It’s really up to you how you make this work as part of your diet.
If you’re doing a full cleanse, you can have 6-12 glasses of this lemonade per day. If you’re more like me, feel free to enjoy this as a refreshing drink throughout the day.
Hi just wondering if you actually have to use ground ginger or if I would be able to skip it.
Thank you
You can skip it if you prefer!
How many times a day can I drink this?
Its not bad for you. As long as you’re eating a healthy diet you can drink it as much as you’d like :)
Fantastic drink.I WOULD SERVE IT COLD INSTEAD FOR A HUMID WEATHER HERE IN SINGAPORE!
THANKS FOR SHARING!
Great idea! I will have to try it cold. Thanks for saying hi :)
Drinks don’t burn as much fat when they’re consumed cold, though.
Not true. When we consume cold drinks, our bodies have to work harder to heat the water and move it through the system, aka burn more calories. It’s common to confuse temporary feelings of bloated belly from carbonated drinks with weight gain/no change; however, it’s better to drink cold than room temp.
everyone’s favorite drink! ???? looks great !
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This looks perfect! All summer long. :)
I’m wondering if I could make up two times the original recipe and store it in the fridge, then just use the amount necessary for individual cups whenever I want. It would keep in the fridge, wouldn’t it?
I enjoy some of your recipes, but feel the posting has alittle too much added info. And also far too many chicken recipes. Thankyou for responding to me.
THIS IS A WONDER DRINK: Lemons are packed with antioxidants and electrolytes like potassium, calcium, and magnesium, honey is an anti bacterial, helps to regulate blood sugar and reduces cough and sore throats, ginger reduces muscle discomfort, aids digestion and helps to treat nausea and cayenne pepper acts as an anti irritant, boosts metabolism and helps to relive migraines.
Do you use real lemons or bottled? Does that matter