As you may have seen in reading through the forum, every person is different and may react differently to the cleansing process. It is fine that you began with the full dose if that was your preference, especially since your bowel movements were “far apart,” and CleanseSMART is recommended for those with occasional constipation.

With regard to your question about whether or not the cleanse is working, keep in mind that CleanseSMART is a total-body cleanse and not strictly a bowel cleanse, even though it does contain a bowel-cleansing component. It also supports the six other channels of elimination in your body—the lungs, liver, lymphatic system, kidneys, skin and blood—so it may just be that your body is taking time to adjust to the cleansing ingredients, or it may be that you feel no side effects at all even though the cleanse is working properly.

As far as your bowel movements go, it is important to remember that a constipated bowel is often caused by several factors, including diet (too little fiber, not enough Omega oils), lifestyle habits (too little exercise, not setting aside enough time to go to the bathroom) and even taking certain medications. It is also very important to drink plenty of water—at least half your body weight in ounces every day—to keep your colon properly hydrated and to help flush waste and toxins from the body. If you haven't already, we recommend adding a daily fiber supplement and an oil supplement to your cleansing regimen to promote regular, healthy bowel movements.