It’s no secret that the human body needs regular cleansing. In order to function at its best, every inch of your insides needs to be as clean and healthy as possible—including your colon. This is where colon hydrotherapy comes into play! Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonic irrigation or the old-fashioned term colonics, uses water to clean out your colon. It has many health benefits and should be considered by everyone!...
What Is Colon Hydrotherapy?
A colon hydrotherapy procedure, also called colonic irrigation, is a safe and gentle way to cleanse your colon and improve your overall health. It can be used as a preventative measure or as part of treatment for digestive illnesses such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn's Disease, colitis, constipation, diarrhea or diverticulitis. As the waste sits in the large intestine for too long without being eliminated it becomes more difficult for the body to properly absorb nutrients from food. This can lead to serious problems with digestion like gas, bloating, cramping and stomach pain. Colon therapy helps move waste through the bowels so you have less of these digestive issues that plague so many Americans today.
The Benefits of Colon Hydrotherapy
Many people suffer from gastrointestinal disorders, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, ulcerative colitis and diverticulitis without even knowing it. Colon Hydrotherapy can help with the following:
-Constipation -Diarrhea -Abdominal Pain -Ulcerative Colitis -Diverticulitis
The Risks of Colon Hydrotherapy
Even though the benefits of a colon hydrotherapy procedure are great, there are some risks associated with this medical treatment. The most common side effect of a colonic is cramping and diarrhea, which can last for up to 24 hours after the treatment has taken place. Other possible side effects include gas, bloating, headaches, skin irritation due to the enema tip being left in for too long or an allergic reaction from any medications used during the treatment. Some people also experience nausea or vomiting as their body adjusts from having been in starvation mode for so long.
How to Prepare for Colon Hydrotherapy
One of the most common questions we hear from our patients is, What should I do before my treatment? We want to make sure that you're prepared for your first experience with colon hydrotherapy, so we've provided some tips below on how to prepare for your appointment.
- Hydrate yourself: Drink at least eight glasses of water per day leading up to your treatment in order to keep yourself hydrated during the process.
- Avoid foods high in fiber: Foods like raw vegetables and fruits are very high in fiber, so it's best not eat any of these products before or after your treatment. Eating these foods can increase the chances of experiencing nausea and bloating during the process.
What to Expect During Colon Hydrotherapy
Colon hydrotherapy is a natural, safe, and effective way to get rid of built-up toxins in the body that can lead to all kinds of health problems. The process involves using warm water with a hand-held tube inserted into the rectum that gently flushes the colon by sucking out accumulated waste material from inside the large intestine. It's often used for weight loss, for people with IBS or constipation, as well as those who are undergoing treatment for cancer or other serious illnesses. The process usually takes about 30 minutes, but it can last up to an hour depending on how much waste material needs to be flushed out of the system.
Recovery After Colon Hydrotherapy
You can expect to experience a sense of lightness and renewed energy after colon hydrotherapy, although it will take up to 24 hours for all of the effects to be completely felt. You may also experience some mild cramping, but these should disappear within 12 hours of the treatment. The only side effect you should be concerned about is loose stools for one or two days following the procedure; there are ways to minimize this, such as taking probiotics or following an elimination diet during this time.
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