Kate B. underwent the Master Cleanse this year with glowing results.

Can't wait to cleanse again

"Preface: it is going to be hard for me not to be gross when commenting upon the Master Cleanse, because the gross parts were the best parts. From the morning saltwater cleanse to the evening laxative tea and the multitude of cayenne lemonade in between, it was an amazing experience. I felt so energized in the mornings because my body wasn't spending the whole evening prior digesting dinner. It was a refreshing concept. Over the course of those ten days, I cried over a cookie . . . click here to read more"

Stephanie P. enjoys EveryDay Detox Tea by Traditional Medicinals.

Did you know?? According to Wikipedia, Singer Beyonc� used the Master Cleanse to prepare for her role in the 2006 movie, DreamGirls. Beyonc� denounced using the cleanse as a weight-loss program, stating, "I wouldn't recommend it if someone wasn't doing a movie . . . there are other ways to lose weight."

What do you think? Take our poll about detoxification.

Have you tried the Master Cleanse? Have you fasted before? Review your experience at SustainLane.

We're curious to know
what you think about detoxification. Take our quick four question poll. The results of the poll will be shared in next week's newsletter. Plus, one lucky poll taker will receive a SustainLane T-shirt.

Review your detoxification experience at SustainLane.

Cris B. is the winner of the SustainLane Newsletter review writing contest for the second time in a row. Way to go Cris B! Last week's contest theme was cancer. Cris B. will receive a Susan G. Komen 14 Ounce Travel Mug for her in-depth review of The Safe Shopper's Bible by Steinman and Epstein.

Consumer's Guide to Nontoxic Products

"Why are Cancer, Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder and Alzheimer's on the rise? What are the hidden ingredients in our water and food supply, products and atmosphere that has caused such an epidemic of infirmities and terminal illness in millions of children, adults and pets? This Safe Shopper Guide can at least help steer us through a minefield of dangerous products that we need to avoid at all costs.

I have found product labeling to be very confusing. I don't know what is true or false . . . click here to read more"

Review The Safe Shopper's Bible at SustainLane.

From the master cleanse to ionic foot baths, people are searching for ways to combat the effects of environmental toxins. Here are the latest headlines.

Toxic Bodies--A Bakersfield newscaster explores new detoxification treatments like IV chelation, ionic foot baths, and a hyperbaric oxygen chamber.

Dare to Detoxify--Proponents and opponents weigh in on the benefits of detoxifying.

Toxic Sweats--Rid your body of environmental chemicals with sauna therapy and milk thistle.

Comments about these headlines? Email your thoughts to community@sustainlane.com.

SustainLane staffer and licensed nutritionist, Deanne S., recommends the Garden of Life Herbal Detox over other brands.

Gentle Internal Detoxification

"3 times a year, I do an internal detoxification to cleanse my body of toxins. I love this product because it's easy, gentle, allergen free, and organic with no addictive herbs. I've done others in the past that have caused me to "run" to the restroom, if you know what I mean ;) This product doesn't do that and I can feel it . . . click here to read more"

James E. recommends colon cleansing based on his personal experience as a way to strengthen your immune system against toxins.

What do you think? Take our poll about detoxification.

Have you tried Garden of Life Herbal Detox? Review it today at SustainLane.

Bioneers Conference:
Visionary thinkers from all walks of life congregate at this weekend-long conference to discuss the forefront of positive change.
October 19 - 21
San Rafael, CA
bioneers.org

2007 Net Impact Conference:
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: WHAT WILL YOU DO NEXT?
What will you do next to make our world more sustainable? On November 1-3 more than 1,500 responsible leaders including graduate business students and professionals will gather to search for answers. The 2007 Net Impact Conference will challenge attendees to explore current issues and trends in the business world while engaging them to develop an action-oriented plan for change back in their communities.

Thursday, November 1 - Saturday, November 3
Owen Graduate School of Management, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Visit www.netimpact.org/conference for up-to-date information on the Net Impact conference Web site. Additional information is available via e-mail conference@netimpact.org or telephone (415)429-4230.

Green Festival San Francisco:
The largest green event in the country. Look forward to three days of food, vendors, and inspiring speakers.
November 9 - 11
San Francisco, CA
greenfestivals.org