14-Day Liver Enhancement ©2006 by Eric E. Berg, D.C.
Starting weight loss with a strong liver will make all the difference in the world. All six fat-burning hormones do their work through the liver. In fact, 80 percent of your thyroid function occurs through the liver. Here’s how it works:
You will be on this cleanse for 14 days.
OVERVIEW
The first three days might be a bit rough, as your body is switching from running on sugar to running on fat. Your body’s receptors for sugar have to be readjusted, and after this program you’ll find you will need less sugar, which results in less sweet cravings. Also, coming off caffeine can create some lethargy, which typically lasts up to three days. The fourth day will be easier, and so on, and so on. Your energy usually starts to improve as your sleep becomes deeper. Cravings should also decrease, and you’ll find you are not as hungry. Other benefits noted are weight loss, inches loss, aches and pains improve, skin and nails improve, and some people experience an increased sex drive. As the liver improves, fat can be made more available for energy.
On the 14th day of this program, you will determine what diet to start based on your results. Due to the positive changes they experience, many people continue this program for a longer period of time.
This short program is not necessarily a detoxification cleansing process, as it is a healthy liver re-builder. A healthy liver can greatly enhance weight loss.
Food Intake
You can eat an unlimited quantity of the vegetables listed below.
Unlimited Vegetables:
- alfalfa sprouts
- cauliflower*
- leeks
- snow peas
- artichokes
- celery
- lettuce
- spinach
- asparagus
- cilantro
- mushrooms
- squash
- bamboo shoots
- corn (some)
- okra
- string beans
- beans
- cucumbers
- onions
- kale*
- beets
- dill
- parsley
- Swiss chard
- bok choy*
- eggplant
- peas
- turnips*
- broccoli*
- escarole
- peppers (all)
- water chestnuts
- Brussels sprouts*
- garlic
- radishes*
- seaweed
- cabbage*
- ginger root
- carrots
- zucchini
- tomatoes (this these isare really classified as fruit)
- avocado
- collard greens
- salsa (w/out sugar)
- pickles (w/out sugar)
- sauerkraut
- olives
The foods marked *, mean they are cruciferous type:.tThey do have a tendency to deplete iodine, which the thyroid needs to make its hormones.
*Do not consume if you have a true full-blown thyroid caseproblem. (If you do eat them, you also must eat sea kelp or alfalfa to supply the iodine that has been depleted. The A recommended product described later in this program, called Organic Cruciferous Food™, will supply enough iodine to counter the effects from of eating cruciferous vegetables.)
These vegetables may be lightly steamed. I preferred that at least 50% of them are raw.
Avoid Starches
Don’t eat starchy vegetables like: potato, French fries, baked potato, mashed potatoes, yamyam, and sweet potatoes. Use cCorn can only be consumed in very small quantities.
- Some people are sensitive to sulfur-based vegetables like broccoli. If you experience bloating or gas, you might need to cook them these vegetables more thoroughly or eat vegetables which give you no reaction.
Avoid all Grains
Don’t consume breads, pasta, cereal, crackers, bisketsbiscuits, waffles, muffins, pancakes, rice, rice cakes, donuts, etc. as they readily turn into sugar readily.
Salad Dressings
Use salad dressing very sparingly (just enough to flavor salad). If you use dressing on your salad, go light on the quantity, and, if possible, use low-sugar, natural and organic if at all possible. Try to use dressing that contains no added sugar—avoid high- fructose corn syrup, dextrosedextrose, and sugar cane. Also avoid mMonosodium glutamate (MSG), also known as modified food starch must also be avoided. Raw honey is in very small amounts is an acceptable substitute. The health food store is your best bet, but Newman’s Own® has a few good salad dressings, such as; Ranch Ddressing and Basalmic and Vinaigrette. Other recommendations are: Annie’s Naturals®, 365 ORGANIC®, andOrganic Ville™.
As a simple alternative, mix balsamic vinegar and olive oil or even apple cider vinegar and olive oil as a dressing.
You may eat certain fruits (see below) but only at night, with the exception of apples, which can be eaten anytime, and as many as you desire.
Beans/Lentils
You could add beans/lentils to this program as well. Make sure that the amount does not exceed 1/31/3 the amount of vegetables. Refried beans are not recommended.
Fruits/Berries/Melons:
Only eat a third as many as total vegetables per day as fruits/berries and melons. (Example: 1 cup of vegetables—1/3 cup of fruit).
- apples
- grapefruit
- pineapples (small amounts)
- apricots
- melons
- plums
- berries (all)
- oranges
- tomatoes (also in vegetable category
- grapes
- peaches
- lemons/limes
- kiwis
- pears
- nectarines
Avoid these the following fruits,as they have extra sugar content with lower fiber: bBananas, figs, raisons raisins, canned fruit (unless its pineapple), dried fruits, mangoes, and cherries.
Even know though all fruits are sweet, some have a higher fiber content and slows the absorption of sugar.
Animal Proteins:
Avoiding animal proteins (meats, fish, etc.) is recommended; however, if by the third to or fourth day you are feeling lightheaded or, dizzy, or feel brain fog, fatigued, and or overall body cold due to low blood sugar, add in a small amount of animal protein with to your meals. With this program, you are consuming lots of greens, low little fat and minimal protein. Since fats are satisfying and lows diminish hunger, and this program is low in fat, you need to compensate by eating more food and in greater frequencymore frequently to avoid hunger. The most important action is to eat enough food to keep your calories up, since low calories will add stress and more weight gain. That is why it’s imperative that you eat between meals.
Acceptable and preferred proteins:
Fish/Tuna / Squid / Shrimp / Sushi (without rice) / Eggs1. Start with one egg per meal (it could be hard-boiled) or 2 oz of fish with meals.
(The goal is to eat the least amount ofas little animal protein as possibles. If the dizziness, fatigue, etc., continues, gradually increase the amount of proteins with each meal. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not overeat animal proteins—eat just the right amount to satisfy your hunger. It’s better to eat frequent, small amounts, since overeating will stress the liver and convert protein to fat. Sushi is the best protein on this program because raw proteins are more easily digested, causing less liver stress.
2. You can eat a moderate amount of raw nuts and raw seeds, especially between meals. (Some people are allergic to nuts. If you experience bloating or fatigue, ensure there are no allergiesyou don’t have an allergy.) FYI: I have found that eating cashews makes some people have a problem with cashews making them tired. Keep this in mind.
Supplement Intake
There are two supplements you will take that include all of the nutrients you need for theto cleanse your liver. These nutrients will help support a healthy liver. You can take all Tthe supplements can be taken all at once, or split them up and take them to three times a per day, whichever is preferable. Of course, you may be able to find similar products in your local health food store. Any products of similar quality would be acceptable.
Recommended Supplements Needed: (THIS IS OPTIONAL BUT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO MAXIMIZE RESULTS) Call 703-354-7336 or go to for orderingto order.
- Organic Cruciferous Food—15 per day (take 5five, three times per day). One bottle of 250 will last 16 days.
This product is a well-balanced, natural WHOLE FOOD SUPPLEMENT from organic cruciferous vegetables, supplying enzymes, minerals, amino acidsacids, and essential vitamins.
It contains the following:
Organic alfalfa, organic beet root, organic broccoli, organic Brussels sprouts, organic cabbage, organic celery, organic collard greens, organic asparagus, organic kale, organic parsley leaf, organic cauliflower, organic radish, organic spinach
The benefits of this product are unique in that they are highly beneficial in increasing the liver’s ability to detoxify. There have been many studies demonstrating estrogen balancing, anti-cancer effects, and cancer prevention.
- Springreen Whole Beet Plant Juice—9 nine per day (take 3 three tablets, three times per day). One bottle of 150 will last 14 days.Go to this link to order:
This product contains beets that are organically grown with compost and sea kelp. No chemical fertilizers or insecticides are used.
The whole beet is used (leaves, stem and root) and its juice is evaporated to dryness under a high vacuum with infinite care and at low temperature to retain a maximum of enzymes, vitaminsvitamins, and mineral factors.
One TON (2,000 lbs) of beets produces less than 20 pounds of powder, which is then compressed into tablets. Beets have a high iron content, which rejuvenates and activates the red blood cells. Beets contain potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, iodine, and many trace minerals—all extremely valuable to the body’s proper functioning of the body.
Shake
This mixture should be taken three times per day (total 12 oz.):
1st — first thing in the morning upon rising
2nd — before lunch
3rd — before dinner
Shake Mixture
spring water (8 oz.)
unsweetened cranberry juice (2 oz.)
lemon juice (1 tsp) or True Lemon™ (1 packet)
apple cider vinegar (½ tsp)
If you can’t stand the taste of this mixture, add ¼ cup apple juice to make it more palatable.
It is recommended that you mix the entire combination together in a container the night before, and place it in the refrigerator or a cooler.
Making a Daily Supply (3 Three Servings):
spring water (24 oz.—3 glasses of water)
unsweetened cranberry juice (6 oz.—small glass)
lemon juice concentrate (3 tsp) or True Lemon™ (3 packets) or 2 squeezed lemons
apple cider vinegar (1½ tsp)
Purpose of Ingredients
Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
This juice helps normalclean out the kidney, bladder and urinary tract functions. It can be foundYou can get it at any health-food store. Make sure you get the one without any other juices.
Lemon Juice
Lemons support normal immune functionhave an immune stimulant to help fight against infection. Lemon juice also helps contract the liver (astringent). You can use 1/3 of a real lemon, lemon juice or a product called True Lemon™ (look in your grocery store or supermarket).
Apple Cider Vinegar
I would recommend Bragg™ apple cider vinegar. There areThis product has many benefits, including balancing out the pH of the body, eliminating the waste acids, providing potassium, as well as and fortifying the friendly bacteria in your intestine. It helps reduce water retention through the normalization of acid and alkaline levels.
A Few Guidelines
1. Refrain from eating anything that is not on the list. This especially includes avoiding sugar and hidden sugars (juice, sports drinks, protein bars, vanilla yogurt, etc.)
2. You can drink as much water and herbal tea as you desirelike.
3. Avoid drinking tap water.
4. Avoid coffee during this phase. If you find this is impossible, gradually cut down and mix decaffeinated coffee for 1–2 weeks until you are weaned off. Coming off coffee cold turkey will create lethargy for about 1–2 days. If possible, use organic coffee.
5. This cleanse can be done every other month to keep the liver in top shape. Some people continue this program until they start craving protein, in at which point they introduce an adequate amount to turn off these cravings.
6. The exercise program can be combined when doing this cleanse (keep pulse rate low, below 130).
7. Avoid dairy (cheese, yogurt, etc.). A small amount of butter is acceptable.
8. Avoid anything with MSG (monosodium glutamate); also known as modified food starch, autolyzed yeast, hydrolyzed protein, carrageenan, sodium caseinate, glutamic acid and hydrolyzed vegetable protein. This is a flavor enhancementenhancer, which not only makes the food taste better than it is but causes makes you more hungryer. This is why you can’t stop eating just one potato chip, and this isalso why you get hungry one hour after consuming Chinese food. Many restaurant foodss, especially those in Chinese restaurants,foods contain this chemical. They might even state they add no extra MSG, yet it’s in their sauces unknowingly as other ingredients. This is a big fluid retainer.
Three-day sample of 14-Day Cleanse Program
Monday / Tuesday / WednesdayBREAKFAST / Shake + Greens Product
- Cut vegetables,
- Apple dipped in peanut butter
- Cut carrots, celery, avocado
- 1 apple + raw nuts
- Sautéed mushrooms with onions
- Raw pecans
SNACK / Raw nuts / seeds / 1 apple / Peanut butter with celery
LUNCH / Shake + Greens Product
- Salad with almonds, kale, red cabbage and black olives
- Asparagus + butter
- Sliced cucumbers
- Green pepper, steamed broccoli w/ butter
- 1 apple + raw almonds
SNACK / 1 apple / Grapefruit / Celery and carrot sticks with nuts
DINNER / Shake + Greens Product
- Kidney beans (cooked)
- Hummus
- Avocado
- Fruit salad + raw nuts
- Coleslaw
- Fried cauliflower w/ butter
SNACK / Black olives and pickles / Bowl of berries / Raw nuts
Salad Ideas
TomatoAvocado
Black pepper
Basil leafsleaves / Chick Peas
Romaine lettuce
Feta cheese
Black olives / Pinto beans
Tomatoes
Avocado
Olives
Red cabbage / Black eye peas
Kidney beans
Bell pepper
Onion
ParselyParsley / Cut apple
Black olives
Celery
Lemon juice
Mayonnaise
Cabbage
Pineapple chunks
Almonds
RomainRomaine lettuce / Bok Choy
Asparagus
Snap peas
Carrots
Sunflower seeds / Cooked cabbage
Sautéed mushrooms
Fried cauliflower / Red cabbage
Cut pears
Shredded carrots
Cut apple / Lettuce
Honeydew melon
Strawberries
Mint leaf
Steamed beets or pickled beets
Cucumbers
Onion (sautéed) / Cabbage (shredded)
Celery
Parsley
Cashews / Cauliflower
Spinach
Carrots
Broccoli / Green pepper
Cucumbers
Carrots
Lettuce / Baby spinach
Sprouts
Celery
Beets (canned)
Lettuce
Apple
Lemon juice
Kidney beans / Steamed spinach
Peas
Ginger root
Lentils
Lime juice / Cauliflower sautéed with butter until slightly brown / Broccoli with ranch dip withand
aArtichoke hearts / Lettuce
Papaya
Avocado
Apple
Black olives
Final Notes
Refrain from eating anything that is not on the lists given in this liver cleanse other than avocado, raw nuts and animal proteins (only if needed), as mentioned earlier. You can drink as much water and herbal tea as you desirelike. But only drink the amount of water you are thirsty for;, don’t ever force yourself to drink too much water. Green tea is best. Consume walnuts, as they are the best nuts.
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Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The products described are not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, mitigate or cure any disease. Regular exercise and proper nutrition are essential for achieving your weight loss goal.