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Wed Jan 17, 2007 8:50 pm  |
It seems a bit relieving, but kind of embarrassing  |
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36 yrs old. Jewish/Italian Combo skin. Tans easily. Native Floridian. New to a skin care regime. Sad about lines under eyes, crows feet and horizontal forehead lines! |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 8:55 pm |
| It's an "interesting" experience. At times during the procedure, it feels as though you are experiencing food poisoning and your muscles cramp up. This doesn't last though...about a minute or so. Involuntary contractions may occur and that's when residue is passed. A good practioner is key- My results vary depending on his/her skills. I would highly recommend getting a series of sessions for maximum benefits. |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 9:12 pm |
| What is this, exactly? I thought it was something you buy.. I didn't know you go to someone for it. |
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28 / Asian / oily tzone + dehydrated / Acne under control, fading acne marks. Still have clogged pores. |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 9:26 pm |
| I totally do not believe in this. All you need to do is add lots of fiber to your diet and the rest is history. |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 9:28 pm |
Angelina, what benefits have you noticed from a regular course of colonics? I know what their intended purpose is, but I'm curious about how/why you decided to have them done.
I keep my pipes pretty clean, and everyone in my family has scheduled colonoscopies for removal of polyps and early detection of problems. (Actually, that's about as far as I care to travel down that road; but it is fascinating to see the condition of your own insides on a TV screen.)
So, what's the outcome, end result, up side (  okay, I'll stop now) of regular (jeez!) colonics? |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 9:54 pm |
| I don't think that they are necessary either. If you get plenty of fiber and lots of water, things will just take care of themselves. |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 9:56 pm |
This is from CNN:
http://archives.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/alternative/02/08/colonics.wmd/index.html
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Most people administering colonics today use disposable, sterile tubing, and machines regulate the temperature and pressure of the water. Colon hydrotherapy itself is not regulated, although the association of colon hydrotherapists runs a voluntary certification program, as do several machine manufacturers.
Even among colon hydrotherapists there are different opinions on what benefits can be derived from the procedure. Some say that simply flushing out old fecal matter promotes energy and wellness. Others are more specific.
"We use colon hydrotherapy to tonify the bowel to help produce a better elimination practice for the body," says Mark Groven, a naturopathic physician and medical supervisor at the Bastyr University natural health clinic in Seattle, Wash.
Groven prescribes colonics for asthma, arthritis, sinus problems, chronic fatigue and constipation, usually in conjunction with other treatments such as nutritional remedies. "It's part of a total general wellness program," he says.
But neither Groven nor any other colonics advocates can cite any research showing benefits. They base their support largely on anecdotal reports from people who have had the treatment and from naturopathic literature that discusses its theoretical merits. A search for articles in a variety of standard medical indexes yielded no mention of colon hydrotherapy.
Spokespersons for the American Medical Association and American College of Gastroenterology said their organizations could not comment on colon hydrotherapy because too little is known about it.
Other conventional doctors are less reticent. "I'm not opposed to alternative therapies when they're used judiciously and have no significant risks," says Ross Black, a family physician in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. "The high colonic has some significant risks."
The dangers, Black says, include spreading infection from contaminated equipment and harmfully altering the chemical balance of the colon. A major function of the colon is to absorb minerals such as potassium and send them through the bloodstream. Colonics could wipe out these minerals and thereby cause deficiencies, Black says.
Even advocates such as Groven stress that the treatment is not appropriate for people with medical problems such as appendicitis, hepatitis and ulcerative colitis and should be used only under the supervision of a naturopathic or traditional doctor.
Black simply doesn't advise it. "At best, it would warrant further study," he says. "At present there's no evidence it's of use." |
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Wed Jan 17, 2007 10:00 pm |
| Skim, you go to a colon hydro-therapist for the treatments. You essentially get your colon flushed with sterile water. It's supposed to loosen up and clean impacted matter in your system. I know people who swear by it. My neighbor's wife runs a hydro-therapist center. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 6:31 am |
I had a series of colonics about 12 years ago. It was a very positive, therapeutic process. You can do Colon Cleanses out the wazoo with fiber stuff you get from the health food store, but they are more superficial and can't possibly clean you out like a colonic. It won't get to the hardened fecal matter that gets stuck in there, that is so toxic to our systems and can stay in there for years. I remember the colonic therapist kneading my lower belly (colon) during the process, and in certain areas it was painful, kind of crampy. That was an indicator that something was stuck in there. All of sudden, the cramps would stop because that hardened matter would break free.  OK...the overall results for me: my skin looked fabulous, I had tons more energy, I felt cleaner and lighter, the "process of elimination" was greatly improved and my overall health was better. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:10 am |
| mountaingirl wrote: |
| I had a series of colonics about 12 years ago. It was a very positive, therapeutic process. You can do Colon Cleanses out the wazoo with fiber stuff you get from the health food store, but they are more superficial and can't possibly clean you out like a colonic. It won't get to the hardened fecal matter that gets stuck in there, that is so toxic to our systems and can stay in there for years. I remember the colonic therapist kneading my lower belly (colon) during the process, and in certain areas it was painful, kind of crampy. That was an indicator that something was stuck in there. All of sudden, the cramps would stop because that hardened matter would break free. OK...the overall results for me: my skin looked fabulous, I had tons more energy, I felt cleaner and lighter, the "process of elimination" was greatly improved and my overall health was better. |
Would you do it again? |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:36 am |
How did it feel? 
I've suffered from IBS for 5 years, and colon issues (diverticulosis and diverticulitis) run in my family.
Though I think I might freak out at the feeling of it, it might be beneficial to pursue.
We have a colon hydrotherapist here who charges 75 bucks an hour...I could swing that... |
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:38 am |
| Tam...yes, I would do it again. All that is stopping me now is $$, time and interest (focus is elsewhere. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:42 am |
| ParisTroika wrote: |
How did it feel?
I've suffered from IBS for 5 years, and colon issues (diverticulosis and diverticulitis) run in my family.
Though I think I might freak out at the feeling of it, it might be beneficial to pursue.
We have a colon hydrotherapist here who charges 75 bucks an hour...I could swing that... |
me too! I've pretty much diagnosed myself with IBS with C, so a good "cleaning" sounds useful. I do have to say though that when I'm working out regularly, things seem to move along better. I do require a high fiber diet though and I do not enjoy the gassy nature of high fiber foods! |
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36 yrs old. Jewish/Italian Combo skin. Tans easily. Native Floridian. New to a skin care regime. Sad about lines under eyes, crows feet and horizontal forehead lines! |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:44 am |
| Yeah ParisT...I have IBS also (diagnosed 25 yrs ago.) So does it help with that? Hmmmmm...I'm not sure if it will help in the long term, because your bowels are always going to react to stresses you have in your life--but if you are frequently constipated, I do think it could be helpful to clear blockages. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:51 am |
| mountaingirl wrote: |
| Tam...yes, I would do it again. All that is stopping me now is $$, time and interest (focus is elsewhere. |
Mountaingirl, were you experiencing any problems that made you decide to do the series? |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 8:57 am |
I have IBS with varying symptoms, and did a series of colonics (six? I think) a few years ago, hoping for some change. Nothing really did, although it was an interesting experience.
I just started a two-month home cleanse using Dr. Natura products. I also did one last spring for two months, and really had a good result the first month w/almost complete absense of my IBS symptoms. However it didn't last as the symptoms returned in month #2.
Just a note for previous postings of lots of fiber being all you need... in my opinion, not always, and not for everyone. In particular some fibers such as psillium can cause lots of problems for people w/IBS (causing bloating, painful distension, gas). And the fiber in fruit can also be very troublesome for IBSers as many of us (me, big-time) have a fructose intolerance. I use acacia powder as a fiber on a 2x daily basis, acacia is very IBS-friendly. I get it fromwww.helpforibs.com. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 9:07 am |
I was actually a colon hydrotherapist for over a year and just recently quit to build a different practice. I definitely think that it offers come benefit to people, but unfortunately there really isn't much research done on it. I don't agree with everything that the colon hydrotherapy "community" has to say about them, as I think some people are just trying to make $$$. But then again, I'm a cynic.
I saw people who were trying to recover from chronic digestive issues (constipation, IBS, etc.), wanting to do a seasonal cleanse, complementing a major transition in their life, just curious, and so on.
It's really interesting work, and so much of it is emotional/mental since that is such an emotionally charged area of their body. |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 10:05 am |
| Chocolat wrote: |
I just started a two-month home cleanse using Dr. Natura products. I also did one last spring for two months, and really had a good result the first month w/almost complete absense of my IBS symptoms. However it didn't last as the symptoms returned in month #2.
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Can you tell me more about Dr. Natura? What does the 2 month program entail? I've never heard of it....
I'll definitely look into the acacia! |
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 11:48 am |
ParisTroika, just go here:
www.drnatura.com
(Be prepared to read & see some scary things! )There are a number of 'programs' you can get: metal detoxication, parasite detoxification, colon cleanse, etc. If you don't eat meat or dairy (I don't) then chances are you probably won't have parasites; I used their parasite formula and the fiber formula and Kleritea drink last spring, but I never saw any evidence of parasites. This time I'm just using the fiber drink (1st thing a.m.) and Kleritea (p.m. drink before bed).
I was really kind of scared to try this last year, though I'd wanted to for ages. What I did like about it was it's gentle, you can keep on with your normal life and not need to worry about bathroom emergencies; it's not a harsh fasting or liquid only cleanse, which I can't do since I take prescription meds; no weird schedule of drinking what's basically purgatives several times a day, like many cleanses have; there's no special diet, though of course it's better to eat healthy anyway, but you don't have to buy a lot of odd foods and there's no restricted eating. My energy level remained the same, and although I didn't lose weight or inches, many people find that happens. One thing I remember is, I slept GREAT at night.
They do recommend that you start on a weekend just so you feel comfortable with what happens, but this time I had no qualms about starting my cleanse the day I got the package. If you have ? just call their customer service line, they're very helpful in general. (or PM me if you want) |
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Thu Jan 18, 2007 12:25 pm |
Mountaingirl, were you experiencing any problems that made you decide to do the series?[/quote]
No problems in particular. I am just one of those people that likes to delve into alternative health practices and at the time, I had several friends getting colonics. |
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