The Fasting Path

Below is a copy of the program booklet that was designed by myself and Tom Coghill to be used with those patients participating in the out-patient, Therapeutic Juice Fasting program here in Sagada, Philippines. The program is attracting a wave of excitement and attention as patients, hospital representatives and media from across the country are making the trip to the Mountain Province to explore and participate.

St. Theodore’s Hospital is a charity hospital and there are many cancer patients that are in the need of financial resources for in-house treatment.  The picture to the left is of Juan Luswig, the first cancer patient treated here. There are many more throughout the Philippines that cannot afford conventional or alternative therapies and are looking for help.  You can sponsor a cancer patient’s complete treatment here at St. Theodore’s for only $200 US.  For more information or to make a donation of any amount, please email me today.  Thanks for your consideration.

St. Theodore Hospital’s
Therapeutic Juice Fasting Program

The juice fasting program and clinical trial was developed when Tom Coghill and Patrick O’Connor partnered with Dr. Clare Lalwet, the administrator of St. Theodore’s Hospital in late 2008.  Both Tom and Patrick provide support and guidance for thousands of individual fasts through their websites www.fasting.ws and www.thefastingpath.com.  This partnership gave rise to a program of Integrative Medicine at St. Theodore’s Hospital.

Beginning just a short time ago, the results of those participating in the program have been phenomenal!  The patients are experiencing complete cellular regeneration and healing of a multitude of diseases (heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, hypertension, high blood pressure, arrhythmia, asthma and even cancer) with only 30 days of treatment, while also becoming medication free. Many of the patients were over 70 years old and had been taking medication for over 15 years. The phenomenal success of the program has caused rapid expansion to other regions of the Philippines.

Juice fasting has gained considerable attention over the last 50 years as a disease treatment thanks to the work of several pioneers.  One such pioneer, Rudolph Breuss, author of Breuss Cancer Cure, reports to have cured 40,000 patients with cancer and other incurable diseases by prescribing one liter of vegetable juice daily.  The treatment used at St. Theodore’s is an integration of medically supervised, prolonged juice fasting and several other medical modalities to dramatically boost the immune system and accelerate the body’s own healing process. This therapy has proven itself with a multitude of conditions such as cancer, liver and kidney disease, colon diseases, diabetes, asthma, gout, respiratory problems, skin ailments, allergies, mental instability, depression, high cholesterol, hardening of the arteries, obesity and many more.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Cost: P1000 (approx.$20 US)

Includes:

- Initial consultation and personalized program/treatment protocol

- Program Booklet

- Live Blood Analysis

- Colon Cleansing kit

- 24/7 support via text, email, phone or in person

- Probiotics formula to replace intestinal bacteria at conclusion of fast

- Participation in clinical trial if desired (see below)

Important Note: We realize that you could simply photocopy this booklet and give it to your friends, but we strongly advise against this.  The program may seem quite simple, but there are many complexities that can occur depending on your health condition.  Also, if you are on medication, there can be additional complications related to coming off of them. We want to ensure you complete the program and achieve your desired results.  Healing will only occur if you complete the treatment period.  Most people that try this on their own do not complete the program because they lack the knowledge, information and support necessary.  This is a big decision you are making to heal your body and if done correctly, will be one of the greatest experiences of your life.  If done incorrectly, you can expect very little benefits.  For these reasons, we highly encourage you to contact St. Theodore’s for your initial consultation and program instructions.

HOW TO BEGIN

Step 1: Visit St. Theodore’s Hospital to for your perform your Initial Consultation to see if this program is right for you.

Step 2: Educate yourself by studying this booklet and reading more at www.sagadahospital.com.  This will build your confidence and belief; both of which are crucial in the successful completion of your fast.

Step 3: Buy a juicer and learn how to make the juices you enjoy. See back of booklet or www.sagadahospital.com for recipes.

Step 4: Try to find a fasting partner for support. Fasting with husband, wife or friend is very beneficial and much more fun.

Step 5: Prepare yourself mentally.  Know why you are doing this and what results you would like to achieve.   This is important to remember as the fast progresses.

Step 6: Pick a day to start your juice fast. You will want to stop eating all cooked foods and start eating more raw fruits/vegetables up to 3 days prior to starting your fast.  This weaning process can be applied to cigarettes and coffee as well.  It will make your transition into your fast much easier.

Step 7: Use the enema to cleanse the colon on the first 3 days of your fast. Use as needed after that.  Most people have up to 10 pounds of fecal mucoid impacted in their intestinal tract.  This can lead to all types of illness.  The use of an enema during your fast is a great way to eliminate this. (see below for detailed instructions)

Step 8: Continue fasting until your body heals or as prescribed by St. Theodore’s. Remember, the longer you fast, the more you cleanse and the deeper the healing.  Most find it easy once they get through the first few days. Be sure to record your results (see below).  Stay with it. You can do it!

Step 9: Crucial - Before you begin eating again, read the question “How do I break the fast?.”

Step 10: Return to St. Theodore’s and turn in all medical records / documentation and receive instruction on your post treatment diet.  You may want to have another Live Blood Analysis as well.

Step 11: Share your experience with as many people as possible.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Cleansing Crisis: A period experienced during the first 3- 5 days when the body is dumping large amounts of toxins into the blood.  Symptoms of the cleansing crisis include, but are not limited to, headaches, bad breath, coated tongue, muscle aches, mental fog, restless, tiredness and lack of motivation. In most cases, this is completely normal!  This is no reason to discontinue your fast. A cleansing crisis can occur at any time of the fast. When enduring a cleansing crisis, it is important to remind yourself that the bad feeling is caused by toxins leaving the body. Every time you urinate, your body is getting cleaner and a clean cell is a healthy cell.

Fasting Peak: The state is one enters into a heightened state of mental clarity, sense of smell and taste, sensitive skin, deep breathing, clear sinuses and the whitening of eyes. High energy levels and a feeling of youth that is truly indescribable. The fasting peak usually occurs after a cleansing crisis and will typically increase in intensity the longer you fast. The ultimate fasting peaks are after normally experienced after 21 days of fasting. Once it passes the body enters a fasting peak.

Normal Fasting State: This state has many variables and cannot be predicted. Some people feel normal for the entire fast. Others feel good but with low energy. Some become highly energetic for the entire fast. Some have cycles of high and low energy levels. In general the longer you fast, the healthier and more energetic you become.

COMMON QUESTIONS

What is Juice Fasting? Juice fasting is a process of cleansing and detoxification of the body, enabling it to heal itself naturally.  It consists of drinking only fresh juices made from a juice extractor, herbal tea and water for a specified period of time. The treatment heals through several metabolic processes such as catabolism, where the body breaks down diseased and dying tissue for fuel.  The fresh juices also boost immune performance and supply all the building blocks for complete cellular regeneration. Without the need for digestion, the body focuses on the cleansing of its trillions of cells, and with each day, the detoxification and healing deepens. Juice fasting is the reset button that will take you back to a healthy, vibrant new you!!

Why fast? People fast for many reasons… to heal physical disease, gain mental clarity, to deepen spiritual connection or to lose weight to name a few. It is simply the most natural, effective and inexpensive way to health and IT WORKS!  Let’s face it… our world is becoming increasingly toxic!  From the environment we live in, to the foods we eat and the water we drink, the toxin levels continue to rise.  This has lead to an increase in degenerative diseases that despite modern medicine continue spreading throughout the World.  The answer? We must adopt more efficient ways to cleanse our bodies on a regular basis so the toxins that lead to disease no longer accumulate.  This is the process of fasting.

How long should I fast? If you are just doing a “tune up,” 7 to 10 days of juicing is perfect.  But for those wanting to heal chronic, degenerative diseases and eliminate medication usage for good, please see the professionals at St. Theodore’s hospital for a consultation and a personalized program that’s right for you.

Why participate in the clinical trial? Your fasting experience is an important contribution to the St. Theodore’s Hospital integrative medicine research. Your results will help us establish clinical evidence that will be used to create accurate treatment protocols that will be shared with other hospitals. Participating in the clinical trial is a great way to help hundreds, if not thousands of your fellow countrymen. Complete documentation of your fasting experience will be broadcast throughout the Philippines and worldwide via the internet. Just imagine how many people will benefit with the information of how you were able to heal your disease.  Simply visit St. Theodore’s to sign up and keep a daily record of your fast (see below).  After successful completion of the program, please submit your medical records with written approval to publish your treatment as a case study. Once all of the data is gathered, we will post your case study on you own web page at www.sagadahospital.com.  You may also have you own printed testimonial to share with your friends and family.  This is your chance to not only heal yourself, but many others.

How do I document my treatment? You will want to keep a daily record of your fast.   It is important to be as thorough and detailed as possible.  Every piece of information will help us help others. (see below)

DAY 1: Weight 66 kilos, Had headache, but have more energy than usual. Tongue was coated, chest pain decreased by 50%, blood pressure normal, stopped all medications,  Drank 4 liter of juice using carrots, beets, lemons, pineapples.  Walked for 20 minutes.

Will I have energy to work? Yes!  Your energy will continue to increase the longer you fast. The first few days may be hard and cause a tired unmotivated state, but this is only temporary.  Stay with it.  After this period, you will feel much more energetic and alive!

What is the best juicer? Juicers range from P2000 to as much as P6000. The less expensive juicers will work fine, but may require more time preparing the fruits and vegetables as the spout is smaller. There will be minimal difference in the quality of the juice. The juicers that cost between P4000 to P6000 have a larger opening in the top and make juicing less time consuming as you can put your fruits and vegetables in without cutting. We recommend the more expensive juicer as it is an investment in your health.  If you do not have a juicer, check with St. Theodore’s as they may have some for purchase.

What if I can’t afford a juicer? This is an investment in your health.  Find a way to get the money or save until you are able to purchase one.  You are worth it!

Can I use a blender? No. Juicing 2 kilograms of carrots will produce a juice that can be absorbed without digestion meanwhile eating that amount will require hours of digestion. Fiber is good when you are eating but not when you are healing as it takes work to move it through the intestine.

Can I eat some food? NO! Eating of any cooked foods will stop the process of cleansing and healing immediately.  When you eat solid foods, your immune system must dedicate all resources to clean the blood after digestion. It is not until you rid of digestive tract of all foods that the healing begins. A few people on the program have stated that they are not healing and when asked, “Are you eating?” they inevitable respond with a “yes.” If you are hungry, just drink more juice.  The hunger will usually subside after the first 3 days.  note: If you must eat, only a small amount of fruit.

What fruits and veggies can I juice? You can juice any fruits and veggies that you can find at the local market. Juice ingredients are carrots, sugar beets, squash, apple, lemon, cucumber, celery, garlic, greens, and pineapples. Start with carrots and pineapple then mix other fruits and vegetables to taste. You will not want to juice bananas and papayas as they do not pass through the juicer screen.

How much should I drink? Drinking more juice causes less cleansing and more energy. Drinking less juice causes more cleansing and less energy. We recommend drinking lots of juice for the first few days then cut back to increase cleansing one the body is comfortably in the fasting state. Let your body be the guide.  If you want some juice, have some, if not, don’t.

Can I drink bottled juice? Bottled juices are completely void of the necessary nutrients and enzymes to heal.  We have not seen healing or cellular regeneration from fasting on bottled juice. You can supplement bottled juice from time to time if your are not able make fresh juice. However, at least eighty percent of your juice needs to be fresh if you want to heal.

How long will juice stay fresh? It will go bad quickly if not cooled. One hour out of the refrigerator and up to 24 hours if refrigerated. Keep the juice cool and travel with it in a thermos. You can carry the juice for work in 2 large thermoses.  Adding some lemon to the juice will help it stay fresh longer.

Can I still drink coffee? If you drink over 5 cups of coffee per day get ready for some headaches, tiredness and mental fog for the first 3 days. You can have one cup for the first two days of the juice fast and quit on the third day to ease caffeine withdrawals. Coffee during the fast will reduce and impair cellular regeneration. Typically, once you are past the third day, your desire for coffee will subside.

Can I still smoke cigarettes? Toxins from the cigarette will stop the lungs recovering. Buy the nicotine patch for the period of the fast and try to quit during the fast.  Most people that stick to their fast longer than 21 days will not want to smoke again.

What else can I drink? You will want to only drink the prescribed juices, herbal teas and filtered water.  Drinking anything else will only diminish the effectiveness of the fast.

What type of water should I drink? Tap water can be highly toxic and add to the burden of detoxification. Use only purified or filtered spring water.

What about a water fast? Water fasting is a very extreme form of fasting and should only be attempted under medical supervision.  It is the most difficult form of fast as the body must catabolise (break down fat) at the maximum rate releasing toxins that can cause weakness, dizziness, headaches and nausea. Water fasting is less effective than juice fasting for healing, but periodic water fasting during your juice fast can increase healing (see St. Theodore’s professionals to determine whether it’s right for you).

Do I have to use an enema? No, you do not need to but it will reduce gas, bloating, and increase healing. Most importantly using the enema eliminates hunger that is important to get through the first three days of your fast. You can purchase enema bags in Baguio at Watsons. We have also made some at St. Theodore’s and you can buy them for P250 which includes one capsule of the intestinal bacteria (included in program price).

How do I use an enema?

1. With the clip closed, fill the enema with filtered, lukewarm water.
2. Hang it in the bathroom, about 4 feet above the floor.
3. Apply some petroleum jelly to the anus to ease insertion of the enema.
4. Lie on the floor on your right side, with your left knee bent and gently insert the tip of the enema nozzle into your rectum. This may be uncomfortable, but it should not be severe pain.
5. After inserting the nozzle, release the clip and slowly let the water enter your colon.  If you experience a cramp, stop the water flow for a few minutes, then resume.
6. Stay on your right side until the water fills your descending colon then clamp then activate the clamp and slowly withdraw the nozzle from the rectum.
7. Begin to massage you intestinal tract by pressing with your fingers just below and around the rib cage.  Take your time with this process.  The more you massage, the more fecal matter you will release.
8. When you can no longer hold the water in, sit on the toilet and empty your bowels. You may want to repeat this process if you were not able to use much water or release much.
9. Stay close to a toilet for the next 30 minutes to an hour, as you may need to evacuate your bowels several times.

What you will need:

• Enema kit
• Towels
• Hook about 4 feet high to hang the bag on.
• Floor space large enough to lie on your side comfortably.

Note: The first time you use the enema is the most difficult. The second and third day is much easier. Use the enema once per day for the first 3 days then every second or third day for the rest of the fast. Do not use the enema after you start to eat. Also, using the enema if you have food poisoning, typhoid fever, diarrhea or any intestinal infection is beneficial and is crucial with prostate cancer and colon disease.

What about a coffee enema? Avoid them. Too much caffeine will be absorbed. Let the body heal without disturbing it. You cannot increase the rate of healing that is being accomplished by juice fasting.

Should I take laxatives to move my bowels? Enemas are best because laxatives may upset your body’s electrolyte balance. Laxatives can irritate intestinal nerve endings, which in turn, stimulate muscle contractions that move the irritant through the gut and out of the body. After a while, the nerve endings no longer respond to stimulation.  Your bowels will cleanse best using the recommended combination of juices and enemas.

How do I replace my intestinal bacteria? At the end of the fast, put a container of Yakult mixed with acidophilus and bifidus from a capsule and one half cup of lukewarm water in your enema bag.  When the mixture is inside, hold it till the water absorbs. Once you replace the intestinal bacteria it will continue to reproduce in your intestine and assist in the maintenance of a healthy tract.  Probiotics will be provided for those on the program.

Should I take vitamins? If you wish, you can take quality multi-vitamins with the juice. Vitamins will help boost your immune system and increase the healing during juice fasting.  The more you can flood your body with nutrients, the deeper the healing.  For recommendations, talk to the professionals at St. Theodore’s Hospital.

Note: Do not take vitamins if you are water fasting.

How much weight will I lose? Weight loss will depend on your metabolism, age, juice intake and physical activity.  Many people lose up to 30kilos during a 30 day fast and with the subsequent change in diet that is common after the fast, the weight loss is permanent. Also, the skin will regain resilience after fasting without flabbiness that is common to weight loss programs.

Can I exercise/work? Yes! Physical labor and exercise can be performed during juice fasting. However, energy levels are temperamental, changing by the day. A toxin release will lower energy levels. Moderate exercise is recommended during juice fasting. Daily stretching, relaxed breathing and moderate exercise is also recommended.

Why do I have Body Odor? Expect your breath and body odor to be somewhat off or even rancid during the first several days due to the excretion of toxins. After the first week, you will smell like the vegetables you have been mostly juicing like raw squash, papaya or garlic. Juicing lots of green leafy vegetables will neutralize these smells. Taking a shower everyday and brushing your tongue will help keep your body odor to a minimum.

Note: Antiperspirants are toxic and have been identified as one of the leading causes of breast cancer.  The US Food and Drug Association consider antiperspirants a drug.  Unlike other drugs, neither cosmetic products nor cosmetic ingredients are reviewed or approved by the FDA before they are marketed. Antiperspirants also stop the body releasing toxins. A few common ingredients are aluminum chloride, aluminum chlorohydrate, aluminum zirconium, and butane, used as an aerosol propellant.

Suggestion? The solution is Blue M.  Blue M is an amazing natural cleanser that works as toothpaste, shampoo, under arm deodorant, skin cleanser and eye drop. One drop and your underarms will be fresh all day. You can also use it to wash off the pesticides on any vegetable or fruit you are preparing to juice. It is highly concentrated so one or two drops are all you need.  It also kills flees on pets. When your tongue gets a yellow coating from detoxification, brush it with Blue M.  You can also dab it on mouth sores that are common during fasting.  Ask your St. Theodore’s representative about the product.

Should I use organic or non-organic? The incredible healing results documented at St. Theodore’s Hospital were through standard produce bought at the local market, soaked in Blue M and water. Pesticides typically stay with the fiber and the small amounts in the juice are cleansed by the immune system. Organic is superior as there are no contaminants and more nutrition, but not required. St. Theodore’s has partnered with the Organic Producers and Trade Association in Baguio ([email protected]) and are working on producing organic fruits and vegetables here in Sagada to be used in the program.  We can also order produce for you through the hospital and have it delivered.

How do I break the fast? Carefully and slowly! Breaking the fast correctly is critically important.  It can actually be more challenging than the fast itself. Your body has been at rest for a long time and it will take time for it to wake up again.  Old patterns of indulgence and compulsive eating can return with a vengeance as you near the end of your fast. Over eating during this period can cause extreme pain and even death.  Here is the rule of thumb… for every 4 days of fasting, you will want to take one day to break it.  So, if you fasted for 30 days, you will break it over 7 days.  During this time, you will continue to juice and eat only small amounts of fruits and raw vegetables. Wait till after the “breaking” period before eating any cooked foods or proteins.  Remember to chew your food thoroughly and savor the flavor of food once again.

What should I eat after the fast? The post treatment diet is crucial to ensure that your condition does not return.  You have just completed a thorough detoxification of your body.  You will be extremely sensitive to any toxins that you consume.  The more “pure” the foods (in their natural form) the better. Raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains are always your best choice.  Cooked foods, especially fried foods and meats and man-made foods (processed) should be limited as much as possible as they are extremely toxic.  See the professionals at St. Theodore’s for specific diet recommendations based on your condition.

How often should I fast? That depends on your needs. The professionals at St. Theodore’s can assist you with this.  Some fast one day a week, several days a month, while others do a long juice fast once per year. Once you have fasted, you will feel the urge to fast when your body becomes toxic.

Will it help my complexion? Juice fasting over 21 days can have a dramatic impact on the health of your skin giving it a healthy radiance and smooth complexion. You can help this along by using a natural scrub. Coffee, brown or white sugar is rubbed on the wrinkles around the eyes for about 5 minutes daily. It will remove the dead skin and take 10 years off your age. It will cause a slight redness of the skin at the start but it will pass within the hour. Rub the eyelids, and under the chin. It is cheaper than commercial scrubs. Using fresh ground coffee is the best but it is messy. Sugar cleans up easier.

What do I do if I get dizzy? Be careful not to move or get up quickly from a sitting position. The heart slows to conserve energy and sudden movement can cause a blackout on a long fast. If you feel dizzy from movement, sit back down or get down on one knee to establish normal blood pressure.

In-house Treatment: In-house treatment at St. Theodore’s hospital starts at P300 a day, including all juice and professional fees. We have sponsors for in house treatment for terminal cancer and life threatening chronic disease. To apply, send an email with medical details and financial status to [email protected].