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What is a colonic irrigation? Also known as a "colonic", "colon lavage",
"colon hydrotherapy", or "high colonic" a colon irrigation is a safe,
effective method for cleansing the colon of waste material by repeated, gentle
flushing with water.
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What is the purpose of
getting a colonic?
Waste material, especially that which has
remained in the colon for some time (i.e., impacted feces, dead cellular
tissue, accumulated mucous, parasites, worms, etc.) poses several problems.
First this material is quite toxic, or poisonous. These poisons can re-enter
and circulate in the blood stream making us feel ill, tired or weak. Second,
impacted materials impair the colon's ability to assimilate minerals and
bacteria-produced vitamins.
The process of colonic irrigation is
excellent for cleansing and healing the colon sufficiently so that changes in
the diet, exercise and attitude are then able to produce their effects. Many
people find the relief provided by colonics stimulates the motivation and
enthusiasm to institute positive changes in their lifestyle.
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Why can't I just
use an enema or take laxatives?
An enema or laxatives are not substitutes for
colonics. Enemas are useful for emptying the rectum and the lowest 8 to 12
inches of the colon. Laxatives, particularly herbal laxatives, are formulated
for various purposes, such as: to undo the effects of temporary constipation,
to build up the tone of the colon muscle, etc. But the Rolls Royce of colon
cleansing without question is colonic irrigations.
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Will it be painful?
It rarely is. Usually, painful experiences
are the result of resistance and tension. A professional colon therapist is
skilled at putting you at ease and minimizing discomfort. Most people actually
enjoy the colonic and are especially pleased with the unaccustomed sensation
of feeling lighter, clean and clear afterward. Sometimes during a colonic, the
colon muscles will contract suddenly expelling considerable amounts of liquid
and waste into the rectum. This may feel like cramping or gas, and may create
a feeling of urgency to empty the rectum. Such episodes, if they do occur, are
brief and easily tolerated.
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Is there
anything I need to do to get ready for a colonic?
Since your abdomen will be massaged, it is a
good idea to eat or drink lightly in the 2 hours immediately preceding a
colonic.
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I've heard that I shouldn't have a colonic because it upsets the electrolyte
balance?
Electrolytes are the minerals in the body
(mainly sodium and potassium salts) which maintain the proper electrical
charge and pH balance (acid and alkaline balance) in the various organs and
tissues of the body. Each one of these tissues, organs and body cavities has a
certain proportion and balance of minerals to maintain the necessary pH
balance. For example, the stomach should maintain an acid pH and the duodenum
(first part of the small intestine) should be alkaline (basic) in order for
proper digestion to occur. If this balance is disrupted, then digestion will
be impaired.
The pH electrical balance in the colon is
almost neutral, ideally being slightly acid. A strong acid or alkaline
environment is not necessary because digestion does not take place in the
colon. Rather, a major function of the colon is to reabsorb the fluid from the
unformed stool which is passed into it from the small intestine. After the
fluid is reabsorbed and stool is formed, the colon moves the stool into the
rectum and out of the body.
The majority of material released during a
colonic is formed stool that has already had the fluid and electrolytes
removed from it, so the amount lost is very minimal and easily replaced by the
body from the food and fluid we ingest.
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Do
colonics wash out intestinal flora and valuable nutrients?
The truth is that the washing out of
putrefied material in the large intestine, which is only partially reached in
any one colon irrigation, increases the good intestinal flora. Good bacteria
can only breed in a clean environment which has been washed free of
putrefaction and its accompanying harmful bacteria. That is why the intestines
of a newborn baby immediately begin to grow good intestinal flora. Each time
you clean out the putrefying garbage and make a better environment for the
flora, they start to multiply immediately in their natural media. It also
stands to reason that valuable nutrients can better be absorbed in a clean
environment that in a putrefied one.
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What do you think about getting a colonic as part of a fasting program, and do
you think it's better to get it at the beginning or end of the fast?
Whenever you do anything that increases the
rate at which toxins are released into the bloodstream, it is essential that
you eliminate whatever you can though the colon. If you don't, you may
unnecessarily experience increased discomforts of toxemia (poisonous toxins in
the bloodstream). Instead of being expelled from your body, toxins may merely
re-circulate and settle elsewhere in organs, muscles or tissues. Whether you
use colonics or some other elimination aid, you must do something daily. A
knowledgeable colon therapist can be of great assistance during any cleansing
program.
You may find it beneficial to schedule a
colonic at the beginning of your fast and ask the therapist to comment upon
your plan.
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What
things should I look for when choosing a colon therapist?
Since getting a colonic is an intimate
experience and is involved with emotional and mental releases as well as
physical healing, you will do best working with someone with whom you can
develop good rapport, and in whose environment you feel safe, comfortable and
relaxed. Sensitivity, skill, knowledge, and experience are important to
consider as they vary widely among therapists. Anyone you contact should be
willing to discuss their professional background and health philosophy with
you.
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I don't live in Southern California. How can I find a Colon Therapist where I
live?
Please visit
The Colon
Therapists Network or
International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
for a therapist in your area.
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What is the cost for a colonic?
A colonic irrigation costs only $75.00.
Seniors
and full time students are charged only $70.00
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What other services does the Ventura Center for Healing offer and what are the
costs?
The other services Ventura Center for Healing
offers are:
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