7. Why is Maple Syrup in the Master Cleanse?
Designed by Stanley Burroughs in the 1950s, the Master Cleanse is the world’s most popular detox program. People use the Master Cleanse to clear the GI tract and improve digestive health. The cleanse involves abstaining from food for up to 10-days. During this period, practitioners may only drink a home-made lemonade formula consisting of clean water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup.
The lemonade formula includes maple syrup for energy. The natural sugars in maple syrup have a low glycemic index which does not spike insulin in the same manner as sugar or sugar-based syrups. Maple syrup also contains 22-percent of the daily allowance for manganese. This mineral is vital for efficient enzyme production in the body. Maple syrup also features zinc, a critical mineral for maintaining endothelium cells in blood plasma.
Before you decide to buy a bottle of maple syrup and jump on a Master Cleanse, consult with your medical practitioner for advice, it may not be the best detox strategy for everyone.