Introduction To Bowel Cleansing
Do you have a problem with your digestive system?
Are you experiencing constipation, gassiness, bloating, irritable
bowel syndrome, acid reflux, abdominal pain, intestinal parasitism
or weight gain? Have you tried various medications and supplements,
all to no avail? If you answered yes to these questions, then it
might be time for you to try cleansing your bowel.
WHAT IS BOWEL CLEANSING?
Our bodies are exposed to numerous toxins and chemicals everyday,
which our bodies are unable to fully eliminate. The toxins build
up in our cells and organs, causing various diseases.
The food we eat, the water we drink, the drugs we take and even
our lifestyle choices all add up to create a toxic environment in
our bowels. Scientists have theorized that when toxins accumulate
in the bowel, we are unable to absorb important nutrients for our
bodies. In order to rid our bodies of these toxins, it is also necessary
to cleanse our bowels.
Bowel cleansing is an alternative form of treatment for various
digestive disorders, such as those mentioned above. It is marketed
as a method of detoxifying the body to remove accumulated waste
products.
HOW IS A BOWEL CLEANSE DONE?
Bowel cleansing can be done using two methods: you can either follow
a natural regimen or regularly take a commercial bowel cleaning
product.
Once you’ve decided to undergo a bowel cleansing procedure, you
should stop taking all medications that you don’t absolutely need,
including vitamins and food supplements. You also have to stop eating
unhealthy food, such as refined foods and coffee. Some also advocate
doing a quick fast prior to bowel cleansing.
The bowel cleansing procedure itself requires the use of either
natural or commercial fiber-rich products. The natural regimen involves
the use of bentonite clay or activated charcoal and psyllium husk
powder. These materials can be found in regular vitamin stores.
Mix about a teaspoon of the ingredients together in a glass of water.
This shake should be taken at least 2 hours before or after a meal.
Initially, it is taken once a day, gradually increasing the amount
to 3-5 times a day for about 2-4 weeks.
You can also opt to use a commercial bowel cleanser. There are various
cleansers available in the market, such as Colonix and OxyPowder.
The commercial bowel cleanse usually requires you to take the tablets
for about a month or two. Specific instructions are included when
you buy the products.
Others also advocate conducting an enema or a colonic, to prevent
the re-accumulation of toxins in your bowel.
During the bowel cleansing regimen, it is recommended that you increase
your fluid intake. Since fiber attracts water into the stool, drinking
water can prevent you from experiencing dehydration. You should
also consider drinking oral rehydration solutions, since increasing
your bowel movements can lead to loss of electrolytes.
Bowel cleansing can also affect the normal flora of your intestines,
eliminating both the bad and the beneficial bacteria in your bowels.
It is thus advisable to take additional probiotics, to restore these
beneficial bacteria back in the body. Probiotics are available as
supplements in the market or have been incorporated in several commercial
health drinks.
While undergoing bowel cleansing, it is necessary to avoid unhealthy
food in our diet, including refined food, junk food, chips, fast
food, alcohol, soda and coffee. Other than watching what you eat,
you should also focus on how you eat. Don’t eat too fast or too
much in one sitting. Since digestion begins in the mouth, it is
best to chew your food carefully. At the same time, you should also
make healthy lifestyle choices, specifically exercising regularly.
BOWEL CLEANSING, THEN WHAT?
After detoxifying your bowel, it is necessary to maintain it in
a clean state. The best way to do this is by avoiding unhealthy
foods and increasing your daily fiber intake. Fiber is a stool bulking
agent, allowing easy passage of stools and promoting regular bowel
movements. Good sources of fiber include nuts, whole grain bread,
green leafy vegetables and fruits. It is also necessary to drink
8-10 glasses of water every day.
Bowel cleansing has helped a lot of people lose weight and alleviate
certain illnesses. However, it also can also lead to side effects,
such as weakness and dehydration, among other things. Consult your
physician before doing a bowel cleanse.
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