Excessive Hunger: Cayenne pepper diet involves fasting for 10 days. Most dieters find it difficult to control hunger. Those who cannot control hunger pangs are allowed to eat small light snacks but then, the diet may seem less effective. Some allow the dieters to have water with sea salt early in the morning. Most dieters give up after two or three days of fasting as they experience hunger pangs and craving leading to increased irritation, weakness and dizziness.
Headache: Fasting may result in strong headache. Those who often consume drinks that contain caffeine are more likely to experience headache as they fast. Taking headache medicines can ruin the benefits of the diet.
Fatigue: The dieter experiences weakness or fatigue as he is not allowed to consume food. Consumption of only detox drink can make you feel tired and exhausted. Although cayenne pepper, lemon juice and maple syrup provide valuable nutrients, they do not provide sufficient calories to maintain the normal energy level.
Skin Problems: The body tries to get rid of toxins, with the help of excretory system. Some of the toxins are thrown away through skin. So skin irritation and soreness, development of pimples or boils can be experienced by the dieter.
Loose Stools: Those who usually do not include cayenne pepper in the diet, may find it difficult to digest. Although very small amount of cayenne pepper is present in the detox drink, it can lead to loose stools and excessive weakness.
Mouth Sores: Consumption of hot and spicy cayenne pepper can lead to mouth sores. Severe mouth sores can lead to difficulty in brushing. A stinging sensation in mouth can make you restless.