The procedure of colon cleansing has been around for centuries as a way to get rid the body of unwanted toxins. It is a natural way to improve your health and cleanse the soul!
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If you experience constipation, bladder and kidney infections, vaginal yeast infections, bad breath, body odor, abdominal cramps, or toe and fingernail fungus, your colon may be calling for a cleaning up act.
The colon, a part of the digestive system is responsible for extracting water and salt from the solid wastes prior to release. At times, the colon does not function properly and causes a buildup of harmful toxins along the colon walls. This can cause headache, skin allergy, low energy level, vomiting, bloating and so on. If proper precaution is not taken on time, then it can lead to various diseases and illness such as heart diseases, gall bladder stones, asthma, skin allergies, and liver ailments.
A clean, healthy colon efficiently eliminates toxins. A clogged, unhealthy colon allows toxins to back up into the liver and bloodstream, polluting the entire system.
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In the colon, water is squeezed out and absorbed from food remnants, leaving behind a mixture of non-digestible fiber, bacteria, bile acids and cells that have been scraped off the intestinal wall. If bowel transit time is too slow, bacteria and fungi proliferate and toxins are reabsorbed. A healthy colon eliminates waste within 6 to 18 hours after every meal – this means having two or three bowel movements a day.
Some Best Colon Cleansing Remedies
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Apple Juice
Fresh apple juice is one of the best home treatments for colon cleansing. Regular intake of apple juice encourages bowel movements, breaks down toxins and improves the health of liver as well as the digestive system. Start your day with one glass of unfiltered apple juice and then after half an hour drink one glass of water. Throughout the day follow this routine several times. In between, you can also drink one glass of prune juice. Freshly squeezed apple juice should be used to get good results, but if it is not available then you can use organic apple juice. When following this remedy it is advisable to avoid solid foods.
Lemon Juice
Lemon has antioxidant properties and its high vitamin C content is good for the digestive system. Take the juice of one lemon and add a pinch of sea-salt, little honey and one glass of lukewarm water to it. Mix all the ingredients properly and drink this solution on an empty stomach in the morning. This will help you to enjoy more energy, better bowel movement, and better skin condition. During the day time, you can add 2 tablespoons of fresh squeezed lemon juice to one glass of apple juice and drink it three to four times a day. This will thin out the mucous in the bowel.
Cayenne Pepper
The cayenne pepper is very popularly known for its detoxification abilities and thus it is an effective colon cleanser. This also breaks up the mucus which is gathered in the colon that doesn’t allow it to function properly. Cayenne pepper can be used in any foods and drinks, or simply mixed with warm water and honey, to give you instant relief.
Fennel
Working against pesky bacteria found in the body, fennel can help purge the system of impurities.
Water
For colon cleansing, the best thing that you can do is to drink plenty of water. It is essential to drink at least 10 to 12 glasses of water a day. Regular consumption of water will give your body the liquid and lubrication required to flush out the harmful toxins and waste from the body in a very natural manner. Drinking plenty of water will also stimulate the natural peristaltic action and soon the colon will start functioning in a normal manner. Also water is essential to keep your body well hydrated.
Raw Vegetable Juice
For colon cleansing, it is essential to keep away from processed and cooked food for one or two days. Instead of solid food, try to drink fresh vegetable juice several times a day. Vegetable juices contain sugars that can improve the bowel movement. Also the vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes present in it will keep your body healthy and well energized. It is advisable not to use readymade vegetable juices as it does not contain the effective enzymes that help your body to break down and remove waste products. You can easily make fresh vegetable juice at home with the help of a juicer or blender.
Fiber Foods
Foods rich in fiber should be consumed in high amount to cleanse the colon of the harmful toxins. Fiber will help to keep the stools soft and improve the bowel movement which ultimately encourages the body to expel waste products. You can add a lot of fiber into your diet by eating fresh fruits like raspberries, pears and apples, as well as fresh vegetables like artichokes, peas and broccoli. Cereals, whole grains, nuts, beans and seeds also contain a good amount of fiber.
Yogurt
Eating fresh yogurt on a regular basis is a good way to keep the colon healthy. Yogurt will give your body pro-biotic and good bacteria and will get rid of bad bacteria. It also contains a good amount of calcium which discourages the growth of cells lining the colon. You can eat yogurt as it is or add some fresh fruits such as apples, limes, banana and so on to it. Yogurt is good for an infected colon and at the same time it also solves various stomach problems such as indigestion, flatulence, irregular bowel movements and lots more.
Flaxseed
Flaxseed is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and natural fibers and thus adding flaxseed to your diet is a great way to cleanse your colon. Flaxseed will absorb water and expand in the colon, and will assist in removing toxins and mucus as it passes through. You can add grinded flaxseeds to cereal, yogurt, fruit and other healthy foods. For faster result, add one tablespoon of ground flaxseed in a glass of water and have it half an hour before eating your breakfast and before going to bed. Flaxseed will cleanse the colon and will also help to prevent cancer, heart diseases and diabetes.
Sea Salt
Another effective ingredient for colon cleansing is sea salt. Add a tablespoon of sea salt in one glass of drinking water and boil it. Drink this solution warm or cold first thing in the morning, wait for a few minutes and then lie down and massage your stomach down to your colon area in a gentle manner. This will stimulate your bowel movement and help to remove all of the harmful toxins, accumulated fecal matter, regular feces, parasites, and bacteria from the digestive tract. As this solution can cause diarrhea, it is essential to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is known for its detoxification abilities and acts as a laxative and hence it is regarded as an effective colon cleanser. Get some aloe vera leaves and remove the gel from it. Add the juice of one lemon to the aloe vera gel and put the mixture in a blender to get a fine juice. Keep this juice in the refrigerator for two to three hours. Now consume this juice several times a day. The medicinal properties present in aloe vera gel will not only improve the condition of your colon health, but it will also treat other health problems such as headache, skin infection, diarrhea, gastric pain and constipation.
Ginger
Ginger is one of the easily available ingredients that can help reduce bloating and stimulate the functionality of the colon and keep it free from waste and harmful toxins. You can take ginger in any form such as mashed, juice, or cut pieces for colon cleansing. One good option is to mix honey and water to one teaspoon of ginger juice and then consume it two to three times a day. You can also add ginger to herbal tea. This remedy is not recommended for those who are pregnant.
Senna
Senna is a flowering plant, which acts as a laxative too, relieving constipation and it increases the peristaltic movements of the colon. For consuming this ingredient as a colon cleansing recipe, you need 7 ounces of Senna. White Sultana raisins and 9 ounces of rose hips extracts. You will then need to boil the first two ingredients in water separately and then steam them. Filter the liquids and then mix them in a common bottle, then add the rose extract and add boiled water to this bottle.
Milk
Drink one glass milk mixed with one teaspoon of butter daily at night before going to bed. This helps to improve the bowel movement the next morning.
Castor Oil
Castor oil is a good remedy for colon cleansing. One teaspoon of castor oil mixed with one glass of milk should be consumed in empty stomach in the morning and should be continued every month to keep the colon clean.
Green Foods
The high chlorophyll content of green foods (such as alfalfa, wheatgrass, barley grass, spirulina, blue-green algae) makes them ideal for colon cleansing. In addition to cleansing, chlorophyll soothes and heals damaged tissue in the digestive tract. It helps the body to obtain more oxygen and draws out toxins. For this reason, chlorophyll is called “the internal deodorant.”
A clean colon is important as it reduces the chance of colon cancer and keeps you healthy in and out.
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