From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The Master Cleanse detox diet, also known as the Lemonade Diet was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941 and made popular by Peter Glickman through his book Lose Weight, Have More Energy and Be Happier in 10 Days, which adapts Burroughs' regimen to a modern audience. The Master Cleanse involves drinking a mixture of fresh lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and grade B maple syrup. This is followed up with a saltwater drink designed to purge the stomach and bowels. Some people choose to take a laxative while on the Master Cleanse, but no solid food is eaten while on the cleanse. The typical amount of time spent on the Master Cleanse is ten days, although it is not uncommon for people to stay on the cleanse for longer periods of time.The Master Cleanse is said to eliminate waste that has built up in the body. Supporters of the Master Cleanse have credited it with helping them lose weight, increase energy, and even cure chronic diseases. Recently, the cleanse received media attention, as the singer/actress Beyoncé did it for 10 days and lost 22lbs (9kg) for her role in the 2006 movie Dreamgirls.