Are enemas safe? How much weight can you lose using an enema?

Question

Is an enema a laxative

Answer 1

You should not have an enema to do weight loss. It is suppose to be used for when you have a problem, like constipation. If you lose it for weight loss, you will have problems in the future. Your body will become dependent on the enemas and you will not be able to go on your own. It causes cramping.

The weight loss you lose is only what is in your colon.

Purpose

Enemas may be given for the following purposes:

to remove feces when an individual is constipated or impacted,
to remove feces and cleanse the rectum in preparation for an examination,
to remove feces prior to a surgical procedure to prevent contamination of the surgical area,
to administer drugs or anesthetic agents.

Precautions
The rectal tube used for infusion of the enema solution should be smooth and flexible to decrease the possibility of damage to the mucous membrane that lines the rectum. Tap water is commonly used for adults but should not be used for infants because of the danger of electrolyte (substance that conducts electric current within the body and is essential for sustaining life) imbalance. The colon absorbs water, and repeated tap water enemas can cause cardiovascular overload and electrolyte imbalance. Similarly, repeated saline enemas can cause increased absorption of fluid and electrolytes into the bloodstream, resulting in overload. Individuals receiving frequent enemas should be observed for overload symptoms that include dizziness, sweating, or vomiting.

Soap suds and saline used for cleansing enemas can cause irritation of the lining of the bowel, with repeated use or a solution that is too strong. Only white soap should be used; the bar should not have been previously used, to prevent infusing undesirable organisms into the individual receiving the enema. Common household detergents are considered too strong for the rectum and bowel. The commercially prepared castile soap is preferred, and should be used in concentration no greater than 5 cc soap to 1,000 cc of water.
Habitual use of enemas as a means to combat constipation can make the problem even more severe when their use is discontinued. Enemas should be used only as a last resort for treatment of constipation and with a doctor's recommendation. Enemas should not be administered to individuals who have recently had colon or rectal surgery, a heart attack, or who suffer from an unknown abdominal condition or an irregular heartbeat.

Electrolyte
A substance that conducts electric current within the body and is essential for sustaining life.

Intestine
Also called the bowels and divided into large and small intestine, they extend from the stomach to the anus, where waste products exit the body. The small intestine is about 20 ft (6.1m) long and the large intestine, about 5 ft (1.5m) long.

Rectum
The portion of bowel just before the anus. The prefix is used with a variety of words in relation to conditions that affect the rectum

Answer 2

Enemas are only safe if used occasionally, otherwise you will become dependent on them to have a bowel movement (yes enemas are a laxative). They do not penetrate you enough to cause much weight loss. Now a colonic hydrotherapy session would be the equilavent of 50 enemas and would be more cleansing. A series of these sessions can potentially remove 5-10 pounds of build up fecal matter from your intestines. However, in spite of what they say, in won't do any more and these can be dangerous. The best bet to losing weight is to eat less and exercise more. Additionally, when you do eat, eat nutritious foods and control portions.

Answer 3

An enema is a temporary fix to a more serious issue-weight. Why are you even considering doing that anyway. it is a form of laxative and those should only be used foe health reasons like constipation. They will make you lose very little weight anyway, and it is all superficial. Mostly water weight that you will gain back once you start eating and drinking fluids again.

If you are trying to lose weight, this is not the solution. You need a lifelong approach to it. Diets are also temporary fixes as they shed the weight initially, but they do not teach you how to keep it off. Most people end up gaining it back plus even more pounds.

Many weight issues relate to the saying "It's not what you are eating, it's whats eating you". Many people who are overweight have deeper issues causing them to overeat. If this is your case, please seek a good counselor who is specifically trained to help.

Enemas and other "quick fixes" are not the solution, just the band-aid.

Answer 4

Enemas are simply a way to clean your colon. Your body absorbes very few nutrients from this organ, so doing it is simply a way to clear out the waste that is already there. Many people who are constipated will use an enema to loosen the hard feces in the area, and it is known as a preventive measure to getting colon cancer if done often. A few years ago, enemas were seen as pleasureful, but this trend has recently become less known. So no, losing weight, besides the weight of the waste that is already there, is not a benefit of getting an enema.

Answer 5

Enemas are safe if properly conducted. Also you can lose some weight ( approximately up to 3 pounds) this is not a good way to lose weight, and should be used only when (and if) recommend by an educated medical doctor.

Answer 6

Enemas are not meant to be used for weight-loss and if you're thinking along those lines then you may already have a problem. Being thin at the cost of your health is a no-brainer, and lying in hospital realising that fact is not going to be pleasant.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

good grief woman! what a bizarre idea. read the other posts and take heed, enemas are not for weight reduction!

here's the only recognized way to safely reduce weight:
1. eat a healthy, balanced diet, approximately 2,000 calories,
2. drink lots of fresh pure water, minimum 2 liters a day,
3. breathe lots of fresh clean air.
4. strenuous exercise daily.

enemas are for old people with plugged up colons, and a very twisted sort of sex freaks. overuse of enemas will seriously screw up your colon.

Answer 9

You loose weight, but the effects are more psychological than physical. Most people eat out of boredom, there seams to be something exciting (in a narcissistic kind of way) about enemas that fill the void (Get it - Void). Also, people eat out of a sense of hopelessness and futility, giving yourself an enema is making you feels like your doing something about it. The actual physical effects are small.

This is no small thing; weight loss is 90% psychological (in my small opinion). Just be absolutely sure it is done safely, moderately, and you’re meeting other goals like exercise, diet, and socializing in a healthy manner.

Answer 10

Enemas are not good for weight loss, they are to assist in bowel movement and their overuse can result in dependency on them.