There are all sorts of claims out there about what benefits there are for colon cleansing. Some are simply unbelievable and are mainly about trying to sell as many of a company’s colon cleansing products as possible. Of course, there are other more believable claims which are the real benefits of cleansing the colon. These includes a reduction in bloating, increased energy, relief of constipation, improved mood and a boost to the immune system.
These benefits are derived from the process of detoxification that colon cleansing provides. Waste that moves slowly through the body causes the recycling of toxins into the body’s system and creates gas pockets, hardened waste and abdominal discomfort. By removing these blockages, toxins and bad bacteria are removed ensuring that the body is able to process and absorb more nutrients from the food that you consume. With the toxic burden removed from the body and nutrients now flowing through to the body’s cells, people often notice all sorts of positive effects like improved mood and increased energy. Some people even report an improvement in appearance such as healthier skin, a reduction in bloating around the stomach and brighter eyes.
With such positive effects, you may think that you should do colon cleansing all the time. However, a prolonged detox can have a negative effect on the body. It is a bit like any medicine or natural therapy – too much and it can reach a tipping point where it starts to cause more problems than it solves. Furthermore, adaptation can occur. This is where the colon cleanser no longer works as well or has no effect at all. To avoid these things, it is best to cleanse on a irregular basis.
The exact length of time between cleanses will depend on the type of detox you personally use, what your body is telling you and advice from your health practitioner. Most sellers of colon cleansing products argue that an intense and thorough detox probably shouldn’t be done more than twice per year. Increasing it from this frequency should probably only occur if your body is telling you that it will be a healthy thing to do so and your health provider gives it the all clear. More gentle cleansing products could be on a more regular basis. The main point is that you should: (a) follow the manufacturer’s directions; and (b) don’t expect to be on a cleanse all the time. Of course, any detox should only be done once you have had the ‘ok’ from your medical or health provider.
To reduce the number of cleanses that you need per year, you should consume a diet high in fiber, fresh fruit and vegetables and lean meat in between the periods of detox. This will keep your colon regular and healthy as possible in between your cleanses and also ensure that you will not require as an intense cleanse the next time around.