The Health Bulletin

Cleansing of the colon is a practice that dates as far back as ancient Egyptian times. They strongly believed that regular cleansing of the colon should be performed in order to purge the body of toxins. It was thought that if routine cleansing was not done, fever would develop as a result of pus spreading throughout the body.

In the 19th century, the belief was that if regular detox cleansing was not done, one’s lifespan would be cut short. People of that time would undergo radical colon cleansing through colonoscopies in order to ensure their colons were purged of toxins.

Today, there are practical and cost effective ways to cleanse the colon. Health food stores offer options such as herbal formulas, laxatives, and dietary supplements. These options can all be effective ways to cleanse the colon. However, if you decide to use one of these products, use caution. Be certain that the one you choose does not contain harsh ingredients that may cause intestinal distress.

It is also important to improve your diet and lifestyle in order to keep your system cleansed moving forward. Eliminating processed foods and replacing them with organic fruits and vegetables along with high fiber foods such as whole grains and legumes will keep your system moving waste out of the body more regularly preventing accumulations of toxins.

A diet high in processed junk foods and foods that contain hydrogenated oils, refined sugars and refined carbohydrates is toxic and will not only cause weight gain but will cause toxins to accumulate. When your body has toxic overload, you may feel sluggish, gassy, bloated and have other symptoms such as chronic headache and fatigue.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may wish to consider a lifestyle change as well as a colon cleansing routine. For guidance, consult with a qualified health professional who can organize a plan that will help you to achieve your goals.