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A Colonic? What is that? By Anomymous

Colon Cleansing Naturally By Kathryn Whittaker

A Colonic? What is that? By Anomymous

Throughout our lives our bodies are subject to contamination from environmental pollution and poor diet, often this process is dramatically increased as a result of emotional or physical stress. The result of these toxic contaminants is the build up within the digestive system of multiple layers of mucous like material. This un expelled waste matter is not only a breeding ground for harmful and unpleasant parasites such as intestinal worms but may also be a major factor in the development of specific maladies. Conditions often associated with this problem of waste retention can include Candida, Flatulence, Deteriorating skin condition, and a general feeling of being unwell.

The treatment flushes out the problem waste material in a pain free and dignified way resulting in a general improvement in health often dramatically visually evident giving the subject a much fresher, cleaner and brighter appearance to the skin and eyes.

Colonic Hydrotherapy is often used to facilitate relief from the following conditions: Frequent constipation or diarrhoea , Diverticulitis, colitis, Crohn’s Disease and spastic colon, Duodenal, gastric and stomach ulcers, Stomach, intestinal and bowel cancers, Candida, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) , Headaches, earaches, sinus problems, allergies, Bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease, Poor appetite or food cravings, Bloated stomach and wind, Body odour, Problems in trying to lose weight, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and M.E., Heart disease and high blood pressure, Haemorrhoids, Indigestion, Stiffness or sore joints, rheumatism, Backache, sciatic pain, Mental or physical sluggishness, Bladder infections, frequent urination, Kidney or liver problems, Acne, psoriasis and other skin complaints, Asthma, allergies or persistent colds, Anxiety, depression, irritability, Insomnia and Cellulitis.
What happens during a Colonic Hydrotherapy session ?

The session will generally start with the therapist discussing your condition and the reason you are seeking treatment. The therapist will need to get a complete overall view of your general health and any specific health related problems you may be suffering from.

The treatment itself involves the insertion of a specially designed speculum into the rectum, depth of insertion is approximately 50mm (2 inches). You will feel a certain amount of pressure during the insertion and although this is not painful it may be a little uncomfortable for a short while.

During the actual irrigation process the therapist will use special massage techniques on your abdomen in order to encourage the expulsion of the problem waste material. You will experience a feeling of pressure within the abdomen, this is often described as like 'having butterflies in the tummy' but is usually very relaxing and not at all unpleasant.

The waste material is dispelled through the speculum device and is not permitted to escape into the treatment area. Most therapists provide gowns to wear during the procedure to preserve both dignity and modesty.

Colon Cleansing Naturally By Kathryn Whittaker

Nature intended for your colon to eliminate waste material and bacteria and absorb water and mineral salts while maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance. A colon that cannot perform these functions properly, due to impacted fecal matter creates extra toxins that spread across the body through the absorbed fluids.

Many health problems, including abdominal pain, constipation and lack of energy, can be related to an unhealthy bowel caused partly or largely by eating and drinking products that form a lot of built up waste inside the colon. People consume large amounts of toxic substances daily, including caffeine, sugar, white flour, aspartame, microwave-cooked food, hydrogenated fats and deep fried foods, which results in pounds of unwanted matter forming in colon.

To get rid of these unwanted accumulations colon cleansing is a natural and easy way. There are many colon cleaning changes you can introduce to your lifestyle that you can try right away.

To start the colon cleansing process, you must make certain amendments to your diet. Our diet is generally now full of food which has been changed in many ways from what nature intended. Improvements in nutrition often bring adequate results alone, and the colon starts cleansing naturally. To begin colon cleansing, you must take adequate amounts of fiber, 25-30 grams daily, dissolved in water or in food.

Drinking water is essential for a healthy colon. To stimulate the natural peristaltic action, a person should drink half of his or her weight in ounces of pure non-carbonated water. For example, if your weight is 150 pounds, you should drink 75 ounces of water, which is approximately 2 liters. If you drink enough water and consume a sufficient amount of fiber, your colon will restore its function over time.

Herbs are the great way to perform a mild colon cleansing. Herbal colon cleanse recipes help in removing fecal matter, prevent toxin formation, kill the harmful bacteria and parasites, and improve the function of colon muscles to promote natural and regular bowel movements.

Herbs used in the traditional colon cleansing recipes have been tested for centuries. Basically all herbs in colon cleansing recipes have liver cleansing and cathartic actions. Aloe leaf, senna, cascara sagrada, ginger, and cayenne pepper help eliminate impurities from the colon by stimulating bowel movements. Every herbal colon cleanse recipe includes some sort of a bitter plant that promotes bile flow to cleanse the liver, for example, barberry which stimulates liver and gall bladder. Fennel and garlic have purifying action on the colon bacteria, as they help killing harmful bacteria. These two plants also prevent gas formation.

You can buy colon cleansing herbs in most health stores, follow the instructions on the labels carefully. Many great colon cleansing teas are sold in ready to use packets. Use these in moderation to prevent too frequent bowel movements that can dehydrate you. With time and experience you will learn more and will be ready to make adjustments, increasing or decreasing the herbs according to the desired result.

When performing colon cleanse as a course, continue taking a fiber with your meals in form of wheat germ, oat bran, or rice bran cereals for breakfast. The more lifestyle changes you perform, eating healthy food such as fruit, vegetables, good supplements, and drinking enough water, the more success you will have in returning your colon to a healthy state.

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