Intestinal cleansing

We wash our hands, brush our teeth, and take a shower every day. Following simple hygiene rules helps us maintain our health. But who of us cares about the cleanliness of our intestines? As a result of poor nutrition, taking antibiotics, exposure to pathogenic environmental factors, and stress, the digestive organs suffer. Often, the mucous membrane is clogged with pus, mucus, and feces, which leads to a state of constant intoxication.

Of course, bowel cleansing is a personal matter for each person. I would like to remind you that a lot of lymphatic capillaries open on the papillae of the colon mucosa. But what if access is blocked by a thick layer of dirt?

In this case, the process of cleansing the internal organs is disrupted. As for the washing out of microflora and the appearance of dysbacteriosis due to bowel cleansing, this opinion is absolutely wrong. Cleansing methods help to get rid of putrefactive and fermentation masses, thereby suppressing pathogenic flora. Only under these conditions does E. coli get the opportunity to function normally, synthesizing vitamins of group B and amino acids that are essential for our body.

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Colon Cleansing Methods

Among all possible variants of cleansing techniques, the result can most often be achieved by complex action. For example, cleaning with the use of a saline solution at first is more appropriate to carry out after taking laxatives.

Whatever methods of bowel cleansing you consider - at home or in a hospital, first of all, read the contraindications and consult a doctor. An important basis for any intervention in the body's vital functions remains the principle - "do no harm". Especially if you are an absolute beginner in this area.

Home cleaning methods:

• by administering an enema or using Esmarch's mug;
• rinsing with salt, citrus juices;
• using a laxative;
• the use of enterosorbents (activated carbon, enterosgel, etc.).

Medical institutions offer colon hydrotherapy:

• underwater lavage method – requires a special APCP apparatus and a medicinal liquid heated to 37 degrees. The procedure lasts up to 40 minutes, during which about 30 liters of the composition pass through the large intestine. The course of therapy is 6 sessions;
• Lensky irrigation-washing technique - heated water is placed in a special tank with a rubber tube, where an intestinal probe is attached. The procedure takes about half an hour. The amount of water for cleaning varies from 8 to 20 liters. The course consists of a maximum of 8 sessions.

Cleansing the intestines from toxins

Slagging of the body and the syndrome of a "lazy" stomach, unfortunately, have become the norm for many. Some people do not even realize how many health problems can be avoided and how many painful chronic diseases can be eliminated by cleansing the digestive tract.

Cleansing the intestines from toxins allows you to forget about the following problems:

• bowel disorders;
• constant headaches, terrible migraines;
• radiculitis;
• lethargic, sleepy state and rapid fatigue;
• unpleasant body odor;
• skin diseases;
• excessive gas formation, painful bloating;
• respiratory diseases;
• frequent colds;
• decreased performance, loss of interest in life.

All of the above unpleasant symptoms affect the ability to live a full life. Even a single case of constipation or signs of poisoning will be an indication for cleansing manipulations. It is possible to improve the general condition through a balanced diet and the correct selection of herbal infusions.

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Monitored bowel cleansing

Colonic monitoring cleansing (CMC) or colon hydrotherapy gained popularity in the twentieth century in the United States. The newfangled procedure is considered useful, absolutely safe and more effective than an enema. CMC works with all sections of the large intestine.

During cleaning with a special device, the herbal solution enters the colon through a probe, and the suction device removes the waste liquid along with fecal deposits. The isolation of the environment helps to avoid an unpleasant odor. The nurse monitors the state of the intra-intestinal pressure. The speed, pressure of fluid supply/removal, as well as the volume of the solution are selected individually according to the physiological characteristics of the patient.

The maximum amount of fluid injected is 30 liters. Usually 15 liters per session for a course of 5 procedures is sufficient.

In addition to cleansing from fecal accumulations, bile, getting rid of stones and gases, the monitoring technology removes toxins from the body. The method is indispensable for those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, diseases of the bronchopulmonary system, autoimmune problems and skin diseases.

After hydrocolonotherapy, blood sugar is normalized, cholesterol levels are reduced, and congestion in the pelvic area is eliminated.

Contraindications for IOC:

• stage of exacerbation of hemorrhoids;
• Crohn's disease;
• cancerous neoplasms in the rectum;
• pregnancy, lactation period;
• operated abdominal wall and intestines;
• kidney diseases;
• gastrointestinal bleeding;
• heart disease;
• hernias in the inguinal and abdominal region;
• hypertension;
• ulcer.

Before the procedure, be sure to consult a doctor.

Preparations for bowel cleansing

It is better to use bowel cleansing medications on the recommendation of a doctor, or at least read the instructions carefully.

Medicines for bowel cleansing are divided into three groups:

1. chemical laxatives – cause a single bowel movement, work with the large intestine (drugs based on senna, buckthorn, bisacodyl, castor oil);
2. osmotic laxatives - characterized by low absorption, which promotes the pumping of fluid into the intestine. They affect the large and small intestines (magnesium sulfate, sodium, Karlovy Vary salt, citrate, lactulose);
3. bulk laxatives – increase the volume of the intestine, stimulating the evacuation function (agar-agar, seaweed, bran, etc.).

There are also a number of laxative oils – vaseline, almond, fennel and others.

Laxative for bowel cleansing

If you do not want to use an enema, you can buy a modern laxative. According to doctors, new generation substances can effectively replace several enemas.

Such powerful drugs include "Fortrans". Having recently appeared in pharmacies, the drug has managed to gain popularity, despite its high cost. The effect of "Fortrans" begins in an hour and a half after taking, and the duration is up to 5 hours. The drug is indicated only for adults. To cleanse the intestines, it is necessary to dilute the contents of the packet in a liter of water (at the rate of 1 liter per 20 kg of weight). In general, a laxative for cleansing the intestines is well tolerated. Sometimes bloating, nausea, vomiting or skin reactions occur.

Colon Cleanse with Oil

To cleanse the intestines, you will need a spoon of regular vegetable oil, preferably unrefined. Take the oil in your mouth and hold it for about half an hour without swallowing. The contents of your mouth will turn from a liquid state into a milk-like mass, indicating an influx of toxins. Do not swallow this substance under any circumstances! If the liquid is yellow, the procedure is not complete. The best time to perform the manipulation is in the morning before eating or before bed. This simple method can easily get rid of slag and toxic substances, as well as mucus, pathogens and salts. It is recommended to finish the procedure by rinsing your mouth with sage broth. The duration of treatment can be up to six months in the case of chronic diseases.

It is known to cleanse the intestines with flax oil (250 g) in combination with flax seeds (100 g). The ingredients are placed in a dark glass container and kept at room temperature for a week. Cleansing the intestines is carried out by daily use of a tablespoon of the potion three times a day only on an empty stomach (preferably an hour before meals). The cleansing effect is achieved in two weeks. At the same time, it is necessary to adhere to the rules of a vegetarian diet, completely eliminating meat, flour, alcohol, all sweets (honey is allowed).

It is prohibited to use the linseed oil cleansing method: for those suffering from pancreatitis, cholelithiasis, hepatitis. Patients with high acidity and cholecystitis should drink the infusion during meals.

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Colon Cleanse with Castor Oil

A method known to our ancestors and still popular today is cleansing the intestines with castor oil. The procedure is done before bed. An important condition: the last meal was at lunch. Take 1 gram of the product per kilogram of weight. Drink castor oil heated in a water bath in one gulp, washing it down with pure lemon juice (there should be twice as much).

Fasting is recommended for the next 12 hours. Food is introduced carefully, starting with light ones - oatmeal on water, rice. Grapefruit and watermelon juices are possible. Ginger tea is useful, as it enhances the effect of castor oil.

This method of cleansing is not recommended for children under 14 and the elderly. Contraindications include ulcerative colitis and oncology of the digestive tract.

Enema for bowel cleansing

It is convenient to use an enema at home to get rid of toxins and constipation. Herbal infusions, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar can be used for the procedure. The most common method is rinsing with warm boiled water or table salt.

A full cleansing effect is achieved by following a number of rules. An enema for bowel cleansing is used in a consistent course of morning or evening procedures.

For home lavage, Esmarch's mug is more suitable, which allows working with a volume of up to 2 liters. The filled mug is suspended at a level of 1.5 m from the floor. The tip of the rubber tube is treated with oil and inserted into the anus (no deeper than 8 cm) in the knee-elbow position. By squeezing the constriction on the tube, the liquid is allowed to fill the large intestine.

When the liquid has filled the digestive tract, it is recommended to turn over on your back and lift your pelvis. It is better to do a "birch" or put your legs behind your head. After a minute, shake your stomach well, which promotes the flow of water from the colon to the transverse section. Then you should carefully turn over first on your back, and then on your right side, so that the water can reach the ascending branch and the cecum. This method will help flush the entire digestive system. It is advisable to wait at least 15 minutes before defecation.

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Colon cleansing at home

The body itself has hidden reserves that only need help to be activated. For the purpose of natural cleansing, it is necessary to follow the following recommendations:

• eat more raw vegetables, fruits, honey;
• do not neglect the separate feeding system to prevent putrefactive processes and fermentation;
• reduce consumption of, or even completely eliminate, sweet, floury, fatty foods;
• eat lean meat and fish no more than once a week;
• do not overeat;
• Everyone should drink up to 2 liters of water, not including soups, compotes, and soda.

Colon cleansing at home is carried out in the following ways:

• porridge made from oats and rice in equal proportions, cooked in water, lightly salted (for breakfast or dinner);
• 2 tablespoons of bran are washed down before bed with a decoction of 1 tablespoon of hops, coltsfoot, 2 tablespoons of calendula per glass of boiling water;
• eat 2 kg of apples per day, while giving up coffee;
• During the day, instead of food, drink freshly squeezed juices, whichever you like best;
• the daily diet consists only of vegetables, possibly in a salad with vegetable oil dressing;
• start your meal with clean water 20 minutes before;
• enema cleansing;
• use of laxatives;
• cleaning with salt.

Colon cleansing with folk remedies

Traditional medicine methods such as decoctions, infusions, diets, special exercises are deservedly popular in cleansing home programs.

Colon cleansing with folk remedies, recipes:

• honey - 1 tbsp. dissolved in a glass of water at room temperature. Drink in portions three times a day for several months;
• milk - boil and leave for 24 hours. Add 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil to the resulting sour mixture. Drink before bed, and first thing in the morning eat a clove of garlic or an apple;
• mineral water - drink water heated to 36 degrees with xylitol added to it (a couple of spoons), then move actively, drink mineral water again. After several "approaches" a weakening is observed;
• a mixture of dried apricots, prunes, raisins, nettles - the chopped products are mixed with honey, oil and vodka are added (100 g each). The laxative is kept in the cold, eaten before going to bed;
• beets - in the form of juice, raw grated, or better yet, the pulp, swallowed before meals;
• herbs - grind a teaspoon of dill, cumin, anise, fennel, coriander and mix thoroughly. Before going to bed, swallow 1 teaspoon of the mixture and wash it down with water.

Colon cleansing according to Malakhov

Malakhov's bowel cleansing is carried out using Esmarch's mug. Urine is used as a cleansing substance.

One and a half liters of urine are poured into Esmarch's mug and placed at a height of 1.5 m from the floor. The tip is removed from the rubber hose, and the lower edge of the hose is lubricated with oil. In the knee-elbow position, the rubber tube is inserted to a depth of 15 cm.

As the liquid enters the intestines, you should carefully monitor your sensations. If you feel discomfort, reduce the intensity of urine flow. Breathing should be calm and measured.

After the entire volume of liquid has been introduced, you need to lie on your back and raise your pelvis. Raise your legs well and pull in your stomach. This enema is given in the morning or evening, holding for up to 20 minutes. The cycle consists of 8 procedures, carried out every other day.

Colon Cleansing Teas

Herbal tea is the most gentle way to cleanse the body. Fragrant compositions can be purchased in numerous herbal pharmacies or prepared independently, choosing an individual composition.

The most popular herbs are: mint, chamomile, tansy, wormwood, plantain, etc. Decoctions normalize the intestinal flora, and some of them have a choleretic (tansy) and antihelminthic (wormwood) effect.

Teas for colon cleansing:

• For a liter of boiling water take a tablespoon of ginger root, licorice, and turmeric. The mixture should be simmered for no more than fifteen minutes;
• tbsp. anise and licorice, 2 tbsp. buckthorn mix well. Dry composition 1 tbsp. pour a glass of boiling water. Take half a glass before bed;
• Mix equal parts of nettle, buckthorn (bark), yarrow. Brew 2 tablespoons of the dry mixture with half a liter of hot water, leave for about ten minutes. Take 100 ml on an empty stomach.

Colon Cleanse with Lemon

Lemon is excellent at removing uric acid, dissolving slag deposits, promoting tissue regeneration and is suitable for everyone. Lemon peel eliminates gas accumulation. Lemon also removes heavy metals and is an antiseptic.

If you have any digestive tract disorders, cleansing the intestines with lemon should be started with small doses and water. People with high acidity should use the method after a course of vegetable juices. Caution should also be exercised if you are prone to appendicitis.

The cleansing course requires about 200 citrus fruits. The juice is drunk in its pure form without impurities, half an hour before meals. On the first day, you will need 5 lemons, the number of citrus fruits is increased every day, bringing it to 25 pieces. After that, the dosage begins to decrease.

Lemon juice is taken throughout the day, without mixing with food. At first, the body will need time to adapt, which is sometimes indicated by intestinal discomfort. In this case, the use of juice is suspended for a while.

Colon cleansing with water

Drinking enough still water throughout the day is the key to natural cleansing of internal environments. Liquid consumption is determined depending on a person's weight. For a relatively clean body, this condition is more than enough.

When there are problems with digestion, it is necessary to cleanse the intestines with water by means of an enema or colon hydrotherapy. Water lavage is carried out in a medical facility, where all your sensations are monitored during the procedure. During the last session, bifidobacteria are introduced for preventive purposes. Cleansing is accompanied by hydromassage of the walls of the large intestine.

At the end of the sessions, several kilograms may "go away". Patients note a surge of strength, excellent mood and digestion.

Colon Cleanse with Salt Water

Colon cleansing with salt water or the yoga technique "shank-prakshalana" can be complete or incomplete. In the first case, up to 5 liters of salted water are drunk, the method is practiced no more than three times a year. In case of incomplete cleansing, you will have to drink a maximum of 2 liters, it is used monthly.

The technique is performed on the waning moon. Beginners are advised to take magnesium sulfate in the evening - a laxative that will help prepare for the practice. In the morning, without eating, start drinking salt water (1 level teaspoon per liter) and do special exercises that help the water move through the digestive tract. Six approaches are performed: drink water - do exercises. Relaxation occurs, after which the entire process is repeated. Cleansing continues until the water coming out naturally is transparent. If nausea appears instead of defecation, you can massage or pull in your stomach.

It is recommended to eat boiled rice ½ hour after the procedure; you can drink only after three hours.

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Colon cleansing with salt

Sodium sulfate (Glauber's salt) is able to remove toxins not only from the intestines, but from other organs. The laxative is used as follows: in the morning, take a tablespoon and dissolve it in a glass of water (room temperature). After some time, there will be a relief. To avoid dehydration, make juice from four grapefruits, two lemons, three oranges. You should get two liters, which are diluted with the same amount of water. Drink the solution ½ hour after taking the laxative at intervals of 30 minutes.

Magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is also not absorbed into the intestinal walls, liquefying its contents, removing waste and toxins. Dissolve two packets in a glass of water (for an average weight of 60 kg), drink before bed.

On the day of cleansing, you should abstain from food, in the evening it is advisable to do an enema (1-2 lemons per 2 liters of warm water). Cleansing the intestines with salt is carried out for three days in a row. The further diet includes vegetable juices, raw fruits and vegetables. The cleansing process may proceed with a feeling of hunger, refrain from food.

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Colon cleansing with hay

Senna herb has gained recognition in folk and traditional medicine as a remedy for constipation. Cleansing the intestines with senna in the form of tea: pour a teaspoon of the herb with a quarter liter of cool water, leave for a day, strain. This method of preparation prevents the occurrence of unpleasant cutting sensations in the abdomen. Drink the infusion before going to bed. Defecation occurs approximately after 8 hours.

The method is recommended for adults once a month. It is very important to follow the indicated dosage so that the result does not exceed expectations. The maximum cleansing course is 10 days.

Senna also works with the kidneys, ridding them of sand and stones.

Colon cleansing with kefir

It will take three days to cleanse the intestines with kefir. The course should be done monthly. On the first day, do a cleansing morning enema. Drink only kefir all day (up to 3 liters), you can nibble on rye crackers. Complete abstinence from food is required. It should be noted that yoghurts and other fermented milk products are not suitable!

The second day also begins with an enema. Freshly squeezed beetroot, apple, carrot juices or a combination of these are allowed. No food is consumed.

On the third day, you can have breakfast with vegetables or fruits. During the day, you can eat, excluding meat, bread, spicy, salty, fried foods. Make sure to eat food separately.

Properly performed cleansing will give you a feeling of lightness and noticeable weight loss.

Colon Cleanse with Rice

Rice is a natural adsorbent, absorbing and removing harmful elements. The product is rich in vitamins, mineral salts and does not contain gluten.

There are several ways to cleanse the intestines with rice, for which round varieties are best suited. Soak 2 tablespoons of rice for 12 hours, pouring in half a liter of cold water. Cook the rice, changing the water four times, which removes starch. No seasonings, not even salt, can be added. This recipe is used for 40 days. Cook the porridge and eat it in the morning, after which you cannot drink or eat.

Another method is to chew two tablespoons of rice/rice flour in the morning without drinking. Refrain from eating or drinking for three hours. The cleansing is done in a 10-day course.

During the cleansing period, it is better to follow a vegetarian diet. It is necessary to take dried apricots, raisins, prunes or multivitamins.

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Bran for bowel cleansing

Bran is a source of fiber that can cleanse the digestive tract. When mixed with water, bran swells and presses on the intestinal walls, which in turn provokes emptying. Bran has a choleretic effect.

You can buy bran for bowel cleansing at a drugstore or supermarket. In the morning, take 2 tablespoons of the mixture with several glasses of water, juice or unsweetened tea. Repeat the intake before lunch. It is essential to wash it down – that is the whole point of the cleansing. The maximum daily dose is 6 tablespoons. Overdose can cause gas formation, a feeling of heaviness, and weakening of digestive functions.

The cleansing lasts a month. The courses are repeated twice a year. The result will be clear skin, strong hair and nails, a surge of energy.

Colon cleansing with flax

Ground flax seeds swell in the intestines, causing mechanical stretching and contraction, which helps remove harmful substances. Flax is known for its enveloping, cleansing, and laxative effects.

An infusion of ground seeds is prepared as follows: 1 teaspoon is brewed with a glass of boiling water, and left for several hours. Drink shortly before bedtime along with the seeds. The course lasts up to a month.

Cleansing the intestines with flax and unrefined sunflower oil: crushed seeds (100g) are mixed with a glass of oil, infused for several days at room temperature. Take 1 tablespoon an hour before meals. Alcoholic drinks and flour products are excluded from the diet, sugar is replaced with honey.

The combination of flax and oil is contraindicated in pancreatitis, hepatitis and gallstone disease. In these cases, it is better to cleanse with a water infusion.

Colon cleansing with honey

Honey has a restorative effect on the damaged intestinal mucosa. There is no need to remind about the benefits of beekeeping products.

Cleansing the intestines with honey is suitable for the most busy or lazy people. The recipe is very simple: add 1 tbsp. spoon of honey to a glass of water (not hot) and stir. Drink honey water three times a day before meals. Cleansing is carried out for two months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the product.

Honey helps to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.

In case of chronic enterocolitis, honey and apple juice cleansing should be used. Add 100 g of honey per liter of juice. Drink the mixture during the day, dividing it into four doses. Cleansing lasts a month, carried out in courses 2-3 times a year.

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Diet for colon cleansing

The simplest, but no less effective way to cleanse the body is healthy eating. This is the most gentle and natural method.

Diet for colon cleansing:

• eat unprocessed, i.e. raw fruits and vegetables;
• love greens, nuts;
• drink water, fruit and vegetable juices;
• avoid or reduce your consumption of coffee, carbonated drinks, and foods with food additives;
• forget about tobacco and alcohol;
• do not overuse spices and animal fats;
• eat regularly, preferably at the same time;
• Make sure you get enough sleep;
• learn to stay in a calm, harmonious state;
• take walks in the fresh air, ventilate the room;
• Don't forget about physical exercise.

Colon Cleansing Reviews

There are as many followers as there are cleansing methods. Of course, any cleansing technique should be chosen based on medical prescriptions, individual characteristics, life rhythm and health contraindications. Cleansing does not tolerate haste or nervous stress. Some people are suited to harsh methods (fasting), while others are more gentle and soft (herbal decoctions).

Colon cleansing reviews are more often related to pharmacological drugs, yoga techniques. People turn to medical drugs and sorbents due to their busy schedules. Yoga methods have become widespread due to the many schools and various courses where you can get qualified advice.

Thanks to the available reviews (no matter whether positive or negative), it becomes clear that a person is moving towards a healthy lifestyle, he has a sense of responsibility. People who consciously set out on the path to health, having completed a cleansing course, in the future try not to pollute the internal environment of their body.

Colon cleansing is a necessary procedure for the normal functioning of all body systems, allowing you to get rid of even serious diseases that have tormented you for years.