Is colonics BS? or does it really benefit you?

Question

I hear good and bad about this method of "cleansing your colon" I'm not even sure if I want to do it. The only reason I wanted to do it is because my dad died of colon cancer and my dr said in the next seven years she wants me to get a colonastropy( or whatever it's called) done..so I thought maybe this would be good for me..even though I would have a complete stranger sticking something up my butt... I just wanted to know if anyone has ever gotten it done or if it is just a waste of time..thanks!

Answer 1

Actually colonics can sometimes be bad for you, depending on the solution used, it can cause your body to lose electrolytes. There is no reason why a person should ever NEED a colonic.

However, you definitely need to follow the doctor's advice and have the colonoscopies! This is a medical procedure that will catch cancer while it is still in the very early stages, making it quick and easy to save your life. Plus, if you're worried about cleaning out your insides, the prep for the colonoscopy will have you running clear. :)

Answer 2

There is no evidence that colonics have any benefit for cancer treatment or preventation.

As for colonoscopies, they are recommended for everyone over the age of 40 (some doctors suggest 50) for every 5 years. If there is any family history, gastrointestinal problems (pain, blood in the stool, etc.) and/or previous polyps or colon cancer, a colonoscopies are recommended earlier and more often.

Answer 3

Here's a good website that will give you all the answers you need to know about the procedure: http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/common/standard/transform.jsp?requestURI=/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/colonic_irrigation.jsp

I had a friend that had it done and she was really pleased with the results. She said she felt lighter, cleaner, and that she became more regular after the procedure.

I live in a country that doesn't offer this yet, but I have already made an appointment for one when I go visit my parents in the US in May. Colon cancer runs in my family as well (paternal grandfather died of it). I had my mom ask her doctor about it and the doctor said it wouldn't be a bad idea to get it done. He said at the worst I take a really big s**t, and at best I get rid of a lot of bacteria and parasites that are living inside.

This is still no substitute for a colonoscopy. You will need to get those done on a regular basis, and since it runs in your family, the earlier you start with them, the better. My doctor advised me to start getting colonoscopies no later than age 30 because of the family history of it.


Definition

Colonic irrigation is also known as hydrotherapy of the colon, high colonic, entero-lavage, or simply colonic. It is the process of cleansing the colon by passing several gallons of water through it with the use of special equipment. It is similar to an enema but treats the whole colon, not just the lower bowel. This has the effect of flushing out impacted fecal matter, toxins, mucous, and even parasites, that often build up over the passage of time. It is a procedure that should only be undertaken by a qualified practitioner.

Purpose

Anyone suffering from gas, bloating, cramping pains, acne and other skin complaints, arthritis, and a list of bowel complaints such as diverticulitis and irritable bowel etc., may benefit from colonic irrigation. In particular, cancer patients are often advised to undertake a course of colonic irrigation sessions as an essential part of their treatment. When a biological cancer therapy begins to enable the body to breakdown a cancerous mass, it is essential that speedy and effective elimination of the resulting toxins is achieved.

Colon and bowel cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and alternative practitioners insist that it can be prevented by efficient hygiene procedures. Providing that care is taken to replace the natural organisms that flourish in the bowel, many health benefits can be expected from colonic irrigation. In general, alternative practitioners maintain that an ill-functioning bowel is the source of all disease, and therefore keeping it clean will be an effective protection against this.

Removing large amounts of toxic matter relieves the patient and can lead to the alleviation of symptoms such as arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, candidiasis, and a host of other illnesses. Properly executed, colonic irrigation can help restore normal peristaltic action to a sluggish bowel, thus reducing the need for more hydrotherapy treatments over time. In addition, removing the layer of fecal matter which coats the intestines in many individuals allows improved assimilation of the nutrients from foods and can alleviate symptoms of vitamin and other nutrient deficiencies. Many alternative health practitioners consider some form of hydrotherapy for the bowel to be essential in the treatment of degenerative diseases.

How to get one

Make an appointment with your nearest local licensed colonics facility.

Answer 4

I agree with "my_prince". Colon cancer runs in my family as does breast cancer, which I am a survivor of. I had the colonoscopy done and they found a couple of precancerous polyps, which were removed during the procedure. They sedate you during the process so it isn't too bad.

People don't like to discuss their digestive systems and the idea of getting cancer but not doing anything about it, can have worse results.