Colon Cleansing
If you are new to colon cleansing, you may be surprised to know it is not a modern trend. It has a long history stretching back thousands of years.
But what exactly is colon cleansing and why is it necessary?
The colon is the “large intestine,” part of the digestive system. In a nutshell, the function of the colon is to absorb nutrients, salts and water, and expel the rest as waste – as stools. This waste includes harmful toxins and bacteria along with other materials not wanted or needed by the body.
Though colon cleansing has a long history, it is more necessary today. The job of the colon has become more difficult. The modern diet contains a high proportion of refined and processed ingredients but far less of the fruits, grains and vegetables that help the colon do an efficient job of eliminating waste.
The purpose of colon cleansing is to rid the colon of toxins and fecal matter that have accumulated on the colon walls. It is estimated that the average person has accumulated several pounds of old waste in their colon – a breeding ground for toxins and harmful bacteria.
Not surprisingly, a clogged and dirty colon is associated with a number of common colon problems, from bad breath and acne to constipation, bloating and hemorrhoids. A poorly-functioning colon underlies more serious colon problems too, such as diverticulitis and a greater likelihood of developing polyps that are associated with a greater risk of colon cancer.
In short, a colon cleansing detoxifies and helps the colon function as it should for improved health and wellness. Most people report immediate benefits from a colon cleanse – an improvement in their sense of well-being and health – and are not surprised when they see what has been clogging up their system!
Colon cleansing cannot be achieved with laxatives. Laxatives merely fast track loose matter through the colon but do not have the necessary cleansing properties to de-scale the colon wall of impacted waste.
There are many options for colon cleansing, from herbal colon detox supplements to colonics, also known as colon hydrotherapy as well as homemade colon cleanses. All colon cleanses are natural and ideally are accompanied by a colon-cleansing diet high in food that helps the colon cleanse and detoxify itself.
The ultimate aim of colon cleansing is a colon that functions well without our help, other than taking care what we put into it.
