Colonic Irrigation & Detoxifying

Colonic irrigation and detoxifying is the process of flushing the entire large intestine with water to remove impurities. These toxins collect in the intestines over time and can include antibiotics, chemicals, air-pollution contaminants and even harmful parasites. If left untreated, an overabundance of these harmful toxins can cause serious illnesses and lead to an early death. The flushing process is also known as colon therapy or a colonic.

The Process of Colonic Irrigation

• Colon irrigation is usually performed by a licensed colon therapist. Although home devices are available, they usually do not contain enough water to flush the entire colon or large intestine. A patient typically lies on a table and inserts a speculum or tube into her rectum. The colon therapist will then turn on the water (purified) and start the process of irrigation. The temperature of the water can vary from the lower 90s to about 104 degrees F. Each session runs about 40 or 45 minutes. During this time, up to 30 gallons of water can pass through the ascending, transverse and descending sections of the large intestine. The patient holds the water in as long as he can, then dispels it into a basin. The basin typically drains into a transparent tube where a fluorescent light highlights various waste materials. Toxins are typically yellowish in color, while yeast, another potential source of toxins, is white. The patient usually reports what she sees at the end of the session.

Recommended Frequency and Duration of Treatment

• The frequency of treatment is contingent upon a patient's condition. More seriously ill patients may go through several treatments a week for many months. Most people start with a treatment once a week or so and stop after six to eight weeks. They may repeat this treatment every so often as a preventive measure.

Benefits

• In a February 2009 article posted on Australia's Couriermail.com, researcher Kristina Gatt reported that colonic irrigation can treat a number of problems, "including constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, back ache, headaches, skin disorders, bloating and flatulence, digestive problems and candida."

  Candidiasis, an overproduction of fungus in the intestines, is said to be the leading cause of most autoimmune illnesses, such as fibromyalgia, multiple chemical sensitivities and Chrohn's disease. Colonic irrigation can be used to clear the body of this harmful yeast and repair what is known as "Leaky Gut Syndrome." This perforation of the large intestine, which is caused by the yeast infestation, is reported to be the primary cause of toxic buildup in the body. Colonics can also help restore vital nutrient absorption through the colon, previously hindered by an impacted colon. More mundane benefits include weight loss and a restoration of energy.

  Yet while there are many advocates of colonic irrigation, mainstream medical professionals are not yet ready to adopt it as a viable treatment. Many doctors feel that this type of treatment can disturb the natural balance of electrolytes in the body. They also claim that an improper insertion can cause a lower bowel perforation, which can lead to additional problems.

  On the contrary, many chronically ill patients report feeling better after extended treatment. Some experience a substantial mitigation of symptoms. Often, these are patients who have multiple sclerosis, cancer and other serious illnesses. Some of them even turn to colonic irrigation as a last resort.