Question 1

What is colonic irrigation?

Accepted Answer

Most people have a preconceived idea of what a colonic irrigation is. However, after having had your first treatment, most people will feel lighter, brighter and much healthier. Colon hydrotherapy, otherwise known as colonic irrigation, is not a new treatment to the market, it has existed for thousands of years, although the technology has naturally evolved.

Colonic irrigation is a treatment that stimulates the bowel by using your body’s natural response mechanism, thus making it a natural treatment rather than using laxatives which is an irritant. By using your body’s natural muscular activity, colonic irrigation helps to tone and exercise your bowel, thereby helping it to eliminate waste during and after your treatment. It helps to remove fecal matter, gas and mucus by gently rinsing the colon with warm water.

Colonic irrigation is both a body and emotional release treatment. There are very few treatments that can treat the internal parts of the large intestine so effectively. Colonic irrigation is about promoting the well being of clients, encouraging clients to improve their lifestyles by more exercise, nutritional improvements, advice on supplements, plus emotional support.

When the colon is out of balance, it is necessary to clean out the toxins that have accumulated as all health problems which affect our body originates in the bowel.

Question 2

The colon explained

Accepted Answer

The colon also known as the large and small intestine, is the final section of your digestive system. It is divided into 6 sections: the appendix, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon and the rectum. The colon, which is a muscle, removes water, salt, and bile and some nutrients via the bloodstream and into the liver. Muscles line the colon’s walls, squeezing its contents along.

The colon consists of billions of bacteria living in a healthy balance with the body. These healthy bacteria help us fight infection, produce some vitamins and regulate our cholesterol levels. The length of your colon varies from person to person. Some may be just 3 feet long whereas others are up to 11 feet long.

The rate at which one person may go to the toilet, depends entirely on how often we eat and how much. A bowel movement every 24 hours is considered healthy whereas individuals who do not go this frequent, may experience a feeling of bloating and constipation. Undigested food stays in the colon for about 8 to several days.

The colon is a very important part of our body’s elimination system as it removes waste from our alimentary tract, lymphatic system and bloodstream. It is therefore extremely important to have a happy and healthy colon function which will help to balance your entire body.

Waste matter that stays in your colon for too long can lead to many serious illnesses such as cancer.

Question 3

What is the Colonic Irrigation treatment process

Accepted Answer

Before your colonic irrigation treatment, you do not need to make any changes to your diet, however our practitioners recommend to cut out dairy, wheat and alcohol 24 hours prior to your treatment. We also recommend you to not eat a heavy meal, at least 2 hours before your treatment.

During your first treatment, your practitioner will go through a full medical case history with you, to determine whether or not, this treatment is appropriate for you and if you have any contraindications for this treatment. An explanation about the treatment process will then follow.
Our practitioners are professional therapists, who are trained to put you at ease, and to ensure your treatment is as comfortable as possible.

Once the treatment starts, you are asked to change into your underwear and be given a paper gown to cover your modesty. Your therapist will be present with you, throughout the entire treatment. A speculum is gently placed into your rectum. This procedure is not painful as the speculum is very small. Two plastic tubes are attached to the speculum. One will introduce the water to your colon, whilst the other tube will capture the waste matter going out which is led away into the drainage system thus eliminating any type of odour. The water acts as a stimulant, telling the bowel it is full, and thus creating a response in which the bowel will eliminate waste. Water also helps to soften the faecal matter and cleanse the colon walls. Water temperature and pressure are observed throughout the treatment so that a combination of fills and releases will encourage the colon with its peristaltic movements.

For some clients, a gentle abdominal massage will be given to help soften the bowel. The entire treatment lasts about 45 minutes and a probiotic and green juice will be given to help with the regeneration of good bacteria and to soothe your colon. Your therapist will also recommend you supplements and extra treatments.

A course of a minimum of three treatments is highly recommended for optimum results.

We recommend our clients not to eat anything heavy or drink excessively 24 hours prior to their treatment. A good preparation gives better treatment results.

Question 4

What are the benefits of Colonic Irrigation

Accepted Answer

Colonic irrigation can help improve your body’s overall health and wellness and can even help reduce your risk of colon cancer and other serious illnesses. It can also help:

 Hydration of the colon
 Removal of wastes from the colon
 Stress relief by encouraging relaxation of both mind and bowel
 Relief from Diarrhoea, spastic colon,headaches,migraines and depression
Improve peristaltic movement within the bowel
 Increased nutrient absorption
 Helping liver, blood, and kidney cleansing
 Support with IBS, bloating, constipation, flatulence
 Skin problems such as acne, psoriasis, dermatitis
 Increasing the energy levels, stamina, and reducing the need for more sleep
 Encouraging weight loss and long term weight management
 Helping with the release of emotional wastes stored in the colon
 As a kick start of healthy living