What is colon hydrotherapy?

Colon hydrotherapy is the gentle rinsing of the colon with warm water to remove encrusted faecal matter, gas and mucous. The cleansing allows vital nutrients to be absorbed more easily and leaves you feeling rejuvenated and healthy. The procedure can also help to retone and reshape the colon.

By removing the waste material from the colon, the process of detoxification is given a boost. Harmful bacteria and encrusted faecal matter are removed from the body. The lymphatic system is then able to cleanse the body effectively.

What causes colon problems?

The colon completes the digestive process by absorbing nutrients and water from digested food and receiving cells, tissues and waste toxins from the body.

The colon serves as the body’s dump or sewage system. It the toxins (in the colon) are not released, the waste materials intended for a healthy exit become reabsorbed into the bloodstream and redistributed throughout the body.

As time passes and a person starts cultivating poor eating habits and experiences emotional stress, the body gradually becomes overwhelmed by the toxicity. At this point, allergies, arthritis, migraines, heart disease, gout, hormone imbalance, constipation and many other problems may manifest.

Who needs colon hydrotherapy?

• People who constantly feel bloated and uncomfortable
• People recovering from serious illness, such as cancer
• People suffering from IBS, constipation and diarrhoea
• People in need of a proper detox

What are the benefits?

Colon hydrotherapy offers a host of diverse health benefits:

• Improved bowel function and relief from bloating
• Improved mental clarity
• Reduced headaches
• Improved circulation and immune system
• Weight loss and control
• Increased energy
• Clearer skin and eyes

How many treatments are needed?

First time clients receive a nutritional consultation to identify potential problem areas and to discuss a tailor-made package. As every person is different and as any changes in general life influence our health, there are no standard recommended number of changes. The general suggestion is a course of between three to six treatments within an initial three to four week period, after which the situation is reviewed for further treatment.

Is colon hydrotherapy safe?

As we comply strictly with hospital sterilisation protocols, the treatments are completely safe. The water is filtered and there is no danger of damage to internal organs.

The patient may experience slight discomfort during the procedure. This happens when toxic waste detaches from the intestinal walls and leaves the body. It is suggested that no heavy meals or excess alcohol and fizzy drinks are consumed 24 hours before the procedure. The better you prepare for your treatments, the better the results. Eat within two hours of the treatment, ideally a meal that includes vegetables, vegetable soup or juice.

General tips for continued cleansing

• Be aware of your food combinations during meals and in between. The more awareness you have of what goes into your body, the easier it will be to cleanse your body naturally and maintain your health.
• Drink water and natural liquids (e.g. herbal tea, organic juice) throughout the day.
• Cultivate consistency in your approach to eating and take recommended supplements on a regular basis. This will lead to the establishment of good habits that are easy to follow.
• Plan your food intake as much as possible. If circumstances prevent you from eating what you must, return to your regular eating programme as soon as possible.