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Colon Hydro therapy
 No matter what name is used - colon
hydrotherapy, colon cleansing, colon irrigation, colonics, and gentle water
cleansing - the goal is the same: provide a way of cleansing the colon in a
safe, effective manner. This article discusses colon hydro therapy, including
how it works, what it costs, and how well it performs as a treatment.
Understanding the Colon
Before explaining the ins and outs of colonic hydrotherapy, it is important
to understand what the colon is and how it functions. The colon, also known as
the large intestine, is where the human digestive tract ends. Between 5-5 1/2
feet long and 2 ½ inches in diameter, the colon’s purpose is to absorb
nutrients from food, maintain the body’s water supply, and eliminate waste
products. Helping the colon with these processes are good bacteria that work as
purifiers.
What is Colon Hydrotherapy?
Think of colonic hydrotherapy as a longer, more comprehensive version of an
enema. Colon hydrotherapy uses temperature-controlled, purified water to gently
wash out the colon.
The treatment does not cause you much discomfort. Your colonic
hydrotherapist will ask you to lie down on a massage table. Water is slowly
introduced into the colon through plastic tubing that is inserted through the
rectum from a colon hydrotherapy machine. As pressure builds in the colon, this
causes the water to be released, pushing out gas, mucus, toxic and fecal
matter, and bad bacteria. This process is repeated a number of times during the
hour-long treatment. By the time you finish your first session, approximately
2-6 liters of water will flow in and out of your colon.
It is recommend that your colon hydro therapy only be performed by a
certified or licensed professional. Make sure that all equipment has been
approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to guarantee a sanitary and
safe procedure. Because there may be some uncertainty about these conditions,
you should also consider colon self-cleansing programs over colon hydrotherapy,
such as Blessed Herbs’ colon cleansing kit.
Purpose of Colon Hydrotherapy
During each session of colonic hydrotherapy, the goal is to hydrate the
colon to remove accumulated waste material by cleaning its walls and diluting
toxins. The process also serves to stimulate the growth of good bacteria and
reposition the intestines for optimum performance as well as rehabilitate all
the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulatory and immune systems located within
the digestive system. The result is a purified colon and a healthier body.
Is Colonic Hydrotherapy for You?
Anyone can benefit from colon hydrotherapy. If you are like most people, you
probably have indulged in food that is considered junk because it has too much
fat, sugar or chemicals or that has been over processed. You may also drink too
many sodas and caffeine-laden drinks. Whatever the case may be, everyone should
think about ridding their colons of any substances that may have built up.
After receiving proper colon hydrotherapy, your colon will be able to absorb
more nutrients and expel toxins at a faster rate. Eliminating these
contaminants may also help increases the effectiveness of immune tissues within
your colon. Other benefits include improved muscle tone in your colon, which
facilitates peristaltic action. Athletes find that colon hydro therapy improves
their metabolic efficiency.
Many other medical disorders have been known to improve or disappear after
colon hydrotherapy, including constipation, carbohydrate indigestion, gas,
bloating, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), colitis,
parasites, diverticulosis, scar tissue and adhesions, colds and the flu, and
the inability to lose weight. Skin conditions, such as psoriasis, shingles, and
eczema also get better.
The Cost of Colonic Hydrotherapy
Colon hydrotherapy does not come at a low price. Each session with a
licensed hydrotherapist costs between $75 and $200. You may also find colon
hydrotherapy somewhat embarrassing even if the utmost care is taken to respect
your privacy.
For those of you who may think twice because of the cost or your level of
embarrassment, there are alternatives to consider, including Oxy-Powder and the
complete colon cleansing kit. |
