LEMON DETOX WARNING by Matt O’Neill

25 Comments

1. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 6:45 pm):

   

   I agree its the wrong information. I think you’ve misread my reply if you think I said 8 grams is OK. So, we may be agreeing on something here. Re protein, I recommend a min 1g / kg / day during fat loss which is 60 g / day for a 60 kg person and higher when you weight more. Athletes & strength athletes may need up to 1.8 g / day. Matt

2. realcampusman says (10.02.2010 at 7:20 pm):

   

   Matt, the amount of protein per day depends on our body type and size. Saying a person requires 8 grams of protein per day during a detox is definitely the wrong information, and it doesn’t look that way at all, I am for sure you are full of shit.

3. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 8:18 pm):

   

   I can’t give you any evidence that lemon in water has any special properties that detoxify other than; helping you keep your fluids up, being a refreshing drink and also the likelihood that you are doing other positive healthy things in your lifestyle at the same time. Keep drinking lemon water if you like, but not with syrup and as only sustenence for 9 days. Matt

4. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 8:29 pm):

   

   I agree… can anyone explain why a liquid only detox is needed when you eat this way.

5. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 9:09 pm):

   

   You could get your protein from bars/supplements and you’d expect not to lose as much muscle, but I still ask why do it when eating nutrient-rich foods helps your body detox so much better?

6. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 9:45 pm):

   

   Sorry you feel you need to be abusive. Sugar is important for body fuel but you can’t make muscle protein out of sugar. You need protein and with only 8 grams of protein a day on this detox, you wil start to burn up your own muscles for fuel. It looks like you may be a bit short on the facts here. Matt

7. SmartShape says (10.02.2010 at 10:07 pm):

   

   Hi, the best way to detox is to get off junk food & nourish your body with nutrient-rich foods, so you supply your liver with all the nutrients it needs to perform at its peak. Perhaps you can tell me what you think a detox is & why we need it? I’ll be able to comment then. Matt

8. abcameronxyz says (10.02.2010 at 10:23 pm):

   

   you don’t know what a detox is do you???
   cause your not addressing that.

9. realcampusman says (10.02.2010 at 10:47 pm):

   

   so matt, you dont know shit about sugar do you. Sugar is the bodies preferred source of food. Carbo loading is important so you can creat ATP for energy and not burn muscle for energy.

10. junkpunx says (10.02.2010 at 11:13 pm):

    

    ive devised a pretty effective alternative…
    lemon detox (my own, not the gimmick pack)
    creatine
    cold milled hemp protein
    (far superior to whey or soy protein in my opinion)
    if you get hungry eat fruit

    id say the lemon detox is a good thing to strictly adhere to for 3 days tops, without adequate protein and nourishment.
    but it is a beneficial detox and gets your body in an alkaline state, which is imperative for muscle building.

11. kylieemery says (10.02.2010 at 11:30 pm):

    

    So Matt, if it’s the lack of protein that causes loss of muscle mass, what happens if you add protein bars/supplements to the diet?

12. goanyways says (11.02.2010 at 12:24 am):

    

    what do you do when u crave the food

13. chazden says (11.02.2010 at 12:56 am):

    

    if you really want to burn 20 punds in 2 weeks just get a perscription of Adderall xr and sit on your ass all day. you’ll only crave food 1 time during the day tops.

14. Mawtine07 says (11.02.2010 at 1:36 am):

    

    Pour rester en Santé, il faut bien manger (Protéines, fibres,Oméga, Fruits et légumes variés et avoir de bonne nuits de sommeille et FAIRE DE L’EXERCICE

    To stay healty , you all need to eat protein, fibers, omega 3, a lot of vegtable and various king of fruit, combined with good night sleep and 3 to 4 time excercice a week !!!!!

15. xrossfader says (11.02.2010 at 2:04 am):

    

    Another thing to consider is if you have ANY type of stomach or intestinal sensitivity what so ever you will really throw your system out of whack. This “diet” will probably cause a lot of spastic colon problems.

16. gwright199 says (11.02.2010 at 2:09 am):

    

    most ppl who resort to this are looking for quick weight loss or ways to cover up eating disorders w/ faux “detox/herbal/natural” solutions. My recommendation: read “Eat to Live.” Not a diet but change of life, a great aid to recognize nutrient dense, low calorie foods. Thanks Matt for exposing this as nonsense!

17. ThaljaSnowFlake says (11.02.2010 at 2:45 am):

    

    I haven’t read all the comments……….but I guess it makes sense when you put it this way…thanks

18. 187jlokz says (11.02.2010 at 3:20 am):

    

    hey matt i just want to ask you…does lemon juice in water help with removing waste and toxins in your body even if it doesnt make you lose weight because ive been doin it for two months and i can sure say that i feel better when i do it

19. xMyNamexisRyanx says (11.02.2010 at 3:26 am):

    

    wow thank you so much i was about to start this diet over christmas and i never knew that u lose muscle

20. SmartShape says (11.02.2010 at 4:20 am):

    

    Read the previous comments and my replies which show that living on a liquid syrup for 7-10days will starve your body of natural detoxifying antioxidants, phytochemicals and minerals found in nutrient-rich whole foods. A detox like this has been found to make liver function worse. Please just eat nutrient-rich foods, which I’m sure you’d find it had to argue against. Re muscle mass, its a lot harder to put back on, especially if you are into your 30s or 40s. Make the swict to nutrient rich, Matt

21. SmartShape says (11.02.2010 at 5:08 am):

    

    Hi Magalntegrity, lemons in water adds flavour so it may motivate you to drink more water, which is good. You’ll get a good dose of vitamin C (which is a natiral antioxidant detoxifier). Beyond this, there are not special detoxifying, fat burning or slimming properties of lemon. Cheers, Matt

22. dangraves3031 says (11.02.2010 at 5:41 am):

    

    I’m on your side with this but I don’t know about the program , if I’m going to detox I don’t want to put all kinds of stuff into my body , I want to get all kinds of stuff out of my body. Good comments +1

23. MegaIntegrity says (11.02.2010 at 5:51 am):

    

    Thanks for this info. What are your thoughts on drinking water with lemons ALL the time ? I’ve been drinking lots of water with lemons. One 1/2 goes in my water slices AND the other 1/2 gets juiced and poured into my water.

24. MegaIntegrity says (11.02.2010 at 6:49 am):

    

    Matt you talk just fine ! Clearly you’re Australian OR Irish, and have a slight accent. Happy holidays !

25. ThaljaSnowFlake says (11.02.2010 at 7:34 am):

    

    You’re neglecting the huge benefit of this diet which is the main purpose and which is detoxifying the body…muscle mass will be gradually regained after the diet and going back to a healthy life style with a cleaner body. Thanks