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DESCRIPTION
Retained debris in the colon leads to the absorption of toxins, resulting in systemic intoxication (poisoning). Symptoms of this condition can include mental confusion, depression, irritability, fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders and irregularities, and even allergic reactions such as hives, sneezing, and coughing. Many nutritionists and researchers believe this toxicity can eventually lead to more serious disorders. Colon cleansing can rid the colon of debris, and help prevent a variety of health problems.
NOTE: A FASTING AND COLON CLEANSING PROGRAM SHOULD NOT BE DONE WHILE YOU ARE PREGNANT! I also don't recommend this while breastfeeding unless under the supervision of a health care provider.
Every body is different and what will work great for one person may not work so well for another. If you have never done this kind of therapy before, be careful whenever doing a self-treatment program. Success often depends on your general health status before you begin a program. You will want to do a cleanse gradually. If you do it too quickly, it can make you feel ill while it releases toxins in your body and colon. It may take several cleansing sessions before you begin to notice major results, depending on health conditions prior to starting the cleansing program. Follow all directions carefully. If you have problems, either reduce dosages or discontinue the program and maybe try again later. Give yourself healing time between cleansing sessions and maintain a healthy diet between sessions. Some supplements may not be suitable for some people with certain health conditions or people with sensitivities or allergies to certain ingredients. Before beginning any new health-related program, you should consult with your health care provider.
PROCEDURE
MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Fasting
MoonDragon's Health Information: Nutrition Basics Index
HERBAL, NUTRITIONAL & HOLISTIC RECOMMENDATIONS
HERBS
Aloe vera, calendula, and peppermint help restore the acid/alkaline balance of the colon and promote healing.
Burdock, echinacea, horsetail, and licorice have detoxifying properties. Licorice also supports the organs.
CAUTION! If overused, licorice can elevate blood pressure. Do not use this herb on a daily basis for more than 7 days in a row. Avoid it completely if you have high blood pressure.
Barberry, butternut bark, cascara sagrada, flaxseed, red raspberry, rhubarb, and senna can be used to flush the colon and release the waste.
CAUTION! Do not use barberry during pregnancy.
Boneset (bonset), elecampane, fenugreek, lobelia, and yarrow loosen and flush mucus from the intestines.
CAUTION! Do not use lobelia on an ongoing basis.
Fennel restores the acid/alkaline balance of the colon, promotes healing, flushes the colon, and releases waste.
Garlic eliminates parasites.
Marshmallow restores the acid/alkaline balance of the colon, promotes healing, and loosens and flushes mucus from the intestines.
Pau d'arco restores the acid/alkaline balance of the colon, promotes healing, and has detoxifying properties.
Slippery elm soothes inflammation and cleanses excess waste from the colon. For quick relief, use slippery elm tea as an enema.
Bulk herbs are available through Mountain Rose Herbs and bottled herbs and supplements are available through HerbalRemedies.com.
DIETARY & HOLISTIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Eat only raw foods for two weeks, and then maintain a diet of 50 percent raw foods, including plenty of sprouts and raw vegetables.
Drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day, even if you are not thirsty. Insufficient liquid intake promotes hard stools, which can stay in the colon for weeks or even months, causing symptoms such as headache, fatigue, and depression, and resulting in a toxic bloodstream.
Avoid saturated fats, sugar, and highly processed foods. Avoid oils and fried foods until the colon returns to normal and the stools are normal. Use olive oil, canola oil, or essential fatty acids sparingly during this cleansing period. Dairy products should be avoided because they create excess mucus in the colon. This diet helps to maintain a clean colon.
If you have a blood sugar problem, avoid sweet fruits.
Upon arising and at bedtime, drink the juice of a fresh lemon squeezed into a cup of warm water to cleanse the bloodstream and detoxify and neutralize the system.
Each morning, take a brisk walk and drink fresh carrot and apple juice, "green drinks", or fresh pineapple and papaya juice. See Juicing for making your own nutritional juices.
Make a colon-cleansing drink by mixing 1 tablespoon of bentonite with 1 teaspoon of psyllium seed, 1/2 cup of apple juice, 1/2 cup of aloe vera juice, and 1/2 cup of steam-distilled water. Take this mixture once daily until the colon is clean and not foul smelling.
Use a fiber supplement such as psyllium seed on a daily basis. Mix the supplement with water or juice, and drink it immediately, as the mixture thickens quickly. Avoid fiber supplements in capsule or pill form.
MOONDRAGON'S HEALTH THERAPY
HELPFUL PRODUCTS & FURTHER EDUCATION
HerbalRemedies: Colon Cleansing / Colon Cleansers/ Colon Detox Information
Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 2nd Edition
Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 4th Edition
Prescription for Herbal Healing: The A-To-Z Reference To Common Disorders
-- by Phyllis A. Balch
COLON CLEANSING THERAPY
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