If you have ever had an enema, you should know that the process is similar. Water or other liquids are introduced into the intestinal tract and this liquid causes the body to expel waste thoroughly and easily. An enema has often been used not only as a treatment for constipation but also as a way to prepare for certain medical procedures such as a colonoscopy. The theory behind colonic irrigation however is to remove accumulated fecal matter before it can break down and release toxins in to the body.
Auto-intoxication, the theory that food enters the intestinal tract and rots, has been in existence since the time of the Egyptians. They believed that a large amount of disease and illness could come from the breakdown of food in the intestinal tract. The Ancient Greeks elaborated on that principal and developed the idea of the four bodily humors. The idea was also elaborated on in the 19th century and it was at this point that the concept of using liquids to manually evacuate the bowels became popular again.
Enemas do use fluids to evacuate, or clear, the bowels but a colonic irrigation uses a much larger amount of water, sometimes up to twenty gallons. It is this large amount of liquid that causes the intestinal tract to distend and bloat, then cramp and forcefully expel the contents, clearing it out. The colonic irrigation also uses a wider variety of compounds and liquids than an enema. The colonic irrigation often combines herbs and herbal extracts, coffee and wheat grass extract to achieve different effects and treat different conditions.
There has been a lot of discussion about the possible side effects that can occur as a result of specific substances being used. Since drugs and alcohol can pass quickly into the bloodstream through the walls of the anus, you should be very careful when using anything as part of a colonic irrigation. As well, there is a concern that if the person performing the colonic irrigation has not been properly trained, the apparatus can actually perforate the bowel and cause serious medical complications.
You should do your research and find out exactly what will be added to your colonic irrigation fluid. Herbs can cause problems when they are used at the same time as some prescription medications. IT does not matter if you ingest the herbs orally or anally. Either way, if they end up your bloodstream they can cause bad interactions with medication. Even baking soda can lead to electrolyte imbalances and can cause cardiovascular problems.
The body naturally eliminates wastes from the system and unless you are going to undergo a medical procedure that requires your intestinal tract to be clear, you should ultimately let your body do the work itself. Repeated CIs can often cause the body to become unable to eliminate waste on its own. This can lead to a dependence on laxatives or other methods to assist with defecation.
Colonic irrigation has been publicized as valuable health treatment method. Taking the time to do some research before undergoing this procedure can ensure that you are as educated as possible and can make the best choices for the management of your health.
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