How to Detox Your Colon

With the aid of an excellent natural treatment, you will be able to detox your colon, free it of all the insidious toxins that are wreaking havoc in your body and eliminate all of the contaminants that are making you sick. Learn how to cleanse and detox your colon and start to enjoy a healthier life.

Alternative medicinal practices from around the world have been touting the benefits of a colon detox for a long time now. It is recommended to do a colon detox with regularity to eliminate all toxins, fecal matter and other contaminants that accumulate over time inside this vital organ. Harmful substances inside the colon may cause a variety of diseases and adversely affect overall health.

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The human colon can naturally and on its own cleanse itself through evacuation of bowel movements, but this is not usually enough to be considered a full cleanse. For example, people who are suffering from constipation are not entirely cleaning out their colons, and residual contaminants remain. Luckily there are plenty of home remedies that can eliminate and expunge all harmful agents from the colon. We recommend you detox your colon at least twice a year. By doing this, you will feel healthier, more energetic and lighter on your feet. Additionally, a detoxified colon will be better able to absorb nutrients and eliminate toxins more efficiently through its normal functioning.

Nutrition is all important when it comes to colon health. Modern diets are jam-packed with harmful substances, additives, preservatives, and other pollutants that accumulate over time in our organisms, especially our intestines, kidneys, liver, and colon; which is why now more than ever a colon detox is of particular importance. It is important to note that although you will feel an overall improvement in your wellbeing and digestive health, it won't be until after the second or third detox that you experience full results.

A few things to keep in mind:

1. During the colon detox period, it is crucially important that you watch what you eat. During a colon detox you should avoid all dairy products, protein-rich foods and irritant items such as chilies, citrus fruits, animal fats, etc. and at all times proper hydration must be maintained.
    
2. Afterwards, once you have completed the detox period, it is essential to rebalance intestinal flora since a colon cleanse will eliminate and expel from your body most of the healthy gut bacteria. We recommend you do this by including in your diet natural yogurts and yeast or probiotic bacillus spore supplements. Particularly useful to this process is sauerkraut which contains high levels of glutamine that has the potential to boost the regeneration of the cells that line your digestive system.
    
3. Several massage techniques can, when appropriately applied, aid in releasing toxins through urine. Lymphatic drainage is also recommended. Some stretching exercises can help stretch the large intestine and thus improve the flow of blood to your colon.
    
4. Finally, during a colon detox, you must plan to stay home for at least two days. Ideally, you would take advantage of the weekend to detox. Avoid any sudden or abrupt movements and stay indoors as much as you can.

As we have previously said, the colon is a critical part of our physiognomy. It is in the colon that vitamins and nutrients are absorbed, and all waste products are expunged from it. Whenever the colon becomes congested with toxins, contaminants, harmful substances and fats, its functioning becomes compromised and less efficient which brings as a direct result a diminishing overall wellbeing and plenty of diseases such as constipation, herniation, polyps, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, colitis and even colorectal cancer.

A complete and practical colon detox needs to be comprised of three things.

1. The first is a colon correction. These correctors are usually herbal based and provide both cleansing and healing to the damaged tissue within your intestinal tract. A good colon corrector will stimulate natural bowel movements while at the same time improving digestion and increase the flow of bile which will, in turn, clean the liver. It is also important at this step to promote healthy growth of intestinal flora and get rid of harmful parasites.
    
2. The second component of an efficient colon detox is a colon regenerator; this is what will actively work to draw out and expel dangerous toxins, heavy metals, and contaminants. A good regenerator will work to soften hardened fecal matter and facilitate its expulsion.
    
3. The last step as we mentioned before is to supplement your gastrointestinal tract with helpful probiotics to rebuild your intestinal flora.

By far the most comfortable and most convenient way to achieve this and thoroughly cleanse and detox the colon is through the use of healthy juices and smoothies.

Here are a few to consider:

1. Aloe, Cucumber, and Apple Juice
   This juice is an exceptionally tasty concoction that is more than able to provide all you need to detox your colon naturally. All three ingredients have depurative properties which will help with lowering inflammation. Just blend all the ingredients with some orange or pineapple juice for extra flavor and drink at breakfast and in the afternoon for seven straight days.
    
2. Ginger Juice
   This preparation is by far one the most accessible recipes for a colon detox. It is particularly able to draw out and eliminate toxins. Ginger is anti-inflammatory and great for digestive health.  You merely need a bit of ginger root and water. Blend the ginger root in water and strain the mixture to remove the solids. Add a little honey for a sweet flavor. This particular drink is fantastic for reducing acid reflux and nausea.
    
3. Parsley and Strawberry Juice
   What at first might seem like an odd combination of flavors will surely win you over once you try it. You need some strawberries, pineapple and some fresh parsley leaves. Wash the ingredients and mix them in a blender. Consume once a day before breakfast for a week for an efficient and complete colon detox.
    

Having a healthy and efficient colon provides myriad benefits. You will notice improvements to your digestive system almost immediately and feel rejuvenated and more energetic.  You will see marked improvements in your ability to concentrate due to better absorption of minerals and vitamins. A healthy colon and digestive system you will be reducing the risk drastically for certain types of intestinal cancers. So waste no more time and start working on detoxing your colon.
 

References:

1. Pool-Zobel, B., et al. "Experimental evidence on the potential of prebiotic fructans to reduce the risk of colon cancer." British Journal of Nutrition 87.S2 (2002): S273-S281.
    
2. Haas, Elson M., and Daniella Chace. The Detox Diet: The Definitive Guide for Lifelong Vitality with Recipes, Menus, and Detox Plans. Ten Speed Press, 2012.
    
3. Everhart, James E., and Constance E. Ruhl. "Burden of digestive diseases in the United States part I: overall and upper gastrointestinal diseases." Gastroenterology 136.2 (2009): 376-386.