Colon Cleansing - The Pros and Cons

Colon cleansing or hydrotherapy as it is sometimes known as suffers occasionally from a bad reputation, and usually unfairly. Increased awareness of the positive benefits of colon cleansing has seen an increase in number of clinics offering this service. The recommendation is that due to the many unskilled and untrained practitioners who have jumped on the bandwagon, it is always best to thoroughly check out where you intend to have your colon cleaning done and not jeopardize your health in attempt to save a few dollars.

Overall people are realizing that the positive aspects of colon cleaning vastly outweigh any negative effects that it may have. If you have allowed your colon to become clogged with waste, you are placing your entire digestive system under a tremendous strain. This strain will sooner rather than later spark a chain of side effects, running from the unpleasant to the life threatening. Accepting this fact will mean that a person will choose not whether they should have their colon cleaned, but where and how much they will need to pay.

The first signs that your colon is beginning to back up are as follows:

• Food intolerance
• Constipation
• Constant and foul smelling flatulence
• Foul smelling stools
• Susceptibility to colds and viruses
• Intestinal disorders
• Constant and unexplained headaches
• Bodily aches and pains
• Depleted energy
• Pains in the lower back
• Constant fatigue and tardiness.
• Pain in the liver

If one or more of these signs develop as a constant pattern, then the first step is a visit to your family doctor or local health clinic for a consultation, Your doctor will be able to recognize the signs that your digestive system is beginning to malfunction, and will recommend a series of steps to take. If there are signs of rapid weight increase, diet and exercise plans will be on the agenda. Doctors will rarely recommend colon irrigation, but when asked, they will usually be able to suggest a reputable clinic where it can be done. You can go there with your mind at rest that you are in the hands of capable professionals.