The Right Way to Fast

"If fasting is to be used at all, then start at first with the non-breakfast plan; then follow with the 24-hour fast for a while; then gradually increase up to 3, 4 or 5-day fasts, eating between fasts for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days a mucusless diet, combined individually as an elimination adjustment, and at the same time supplying and rebuilding the body continually with and by the best elements contained in and found only in mucusless foods." "Through such an intermittent fast the blood is gradually improved, regenerated, can more easily stand the poisons and waste, and is able at the same time to dissolve and eliminate "disease deposits" from the deepest tissues of the body; deposits that no doctor ever dreamed existed, and that no other method of healing has ever discovered or can ever remove."  - Professor Arnold Erhet - Mucusless Diet Healing System

"Nothing is more incorrect than the mistaken idea that a decades old chronic disease can be healed through a very long fast, or a radically extended strict fruit diet."  - Professor Arnold Erhet - Mucusless Diet Healing System

"In my estimation 50 to 60% of the so-called 'healthy' people of today and 80 to 90% of the seriously chronic sick would die from their latent diseases through a long fast."  - Professor Arnold Erhet - Mucusless Diet Healing System 

"Change your ideas regarding the claim "the longer you fast the better the cure."  - Professor Arnold Erhet - Mucusless Diet Healing System

There are various levels or stages in true intermittent fasting, and it is very important for you to know and consider the transitioning between one level and another.

I urge you to read Prof. Spira's blog article entitled "Intermittent Fasting and the Cyclical Nature of the Transition." Prof. Spira introduces the concept of 'Rational Fasts' wherein he recommends intermittent fasting based upon the nature of your own body. This is important information for anyone seriously considering a fasting program. Read Here.

Dr. Michael Klaper, one of the foremost authorities on nutrition and health, has created a DVD explaining the benefits and procedures of fasting and answers relevant questions. Understand who can benefit from fasting, who should not fast, how to prepare for a fast, what to expect during a fast, when and how to take a break from fasting, and what to eat after fasting to maintain your health. Here.

Dr. Klaper has also written an article entitled "FASTING - An Effective Ancient Therapy for Today's Health Concerns". The article was originally published on Dr. T. Colin Campbell's 'Center for Nutrition Studies' website. Here's a direct link.

Caution #1:  A cleansing, detoxification fast is a serious endeavor. Undertaking such a program while seriously ill or fighting disease is not recommended. WARNING TO WOMEN: Undertaking a cleansing, detoxification fast while pregnant or nursing is not recommended.

Caution #2:  Detoxification is not a quick fix. It takes time... a lot of time. I have learned one extremely important thing in my studies. Detoxification is a long term process. Some manufacturers would have you believe that if you take their product your body will be metal-free in sixty days. Hogwash. Detoxification make take months to years. When done safely, it is a slow and gradual process. Having said that, a commitment of six month's to one year's work can make a tremendous difference in your health and to your future.

Caution #3:  Children often carry as much heavy metal body burden as do adults. After all, they receive it before birth via their parents, they receive it throughout their early years via vaccinations, and they receive it again and again through water, air and food contamination. Seek professional guidance to establish nutritional supplementation recommendations and relevant dosages for children.

Caution #4:  I make no recommendations about taking nutritional supplements or pharmaceutical chelators. I do, however, recommend one thing. I suggest you enlist the support of three key professionals to advise and supervise you regarding your detoxification endeavors. Find a qualified medical practitioner and a dentist who understand the reasons for heavy metal detoxification, and find a colon hydrotherapist. All are necessary coaches in this process.

Having said all of the above... if you will make the commitment to do the WORK involved, then this diet/cleanse is for you. Used properly, it will bring the results you want, and if you take on this process, you will intimately come to know the meaning of the words commitment, dedication, perseverance... and JOY!   - Doug Hines