Fasting And Colon Cleansing

The colon is one of the most important organs in the body, consisting of nerve connections between it and the whole body. It has the function of absorbing nutrients and eliminating wastes and poisons. Build up in the colon makes it unable to carry out its functions which could lead to a lot of health problems such as arthritis, allergies and asthma to name a few. Detoxifying the body is one of the great steps that any individual can take to get themselves in better health. Since bowel movement is the basis of everyone’s health, fasting and colon cleansing helps in the removal of congestion and toxins.

What is Colon Cleansing?

It is a process that entails a number of medical procedures with the intention of getting rid of the toxins and fecal wastes from the colon and the intestinal tract. One of the major procedures is to flush out the body from both ends (colonic irrigation or oral supplements) while the other is simply fasting. These two procedures are often carried out together to ensure that all toxins accumulated in the body are removed. Fasting and colon cleansing has been in practice for a long time and has undergone various developments over the years to be what it is today.

Fasting

The body undergoes a lot of work when it digests solid foods, proteins and starches; through fasting, it takes a rest and thus the detoxification of the cells, organs and blood is done naturally. Water should be taken throughout the day no matter the type of fasting program you are using.

Types of Fasting

There are different fasting programs that can be undertaken. Juice Fast requires the patient to create their own fresh juices daily from natural and fresh fruits or vegetables. The fruit or vegetable chosen should contain detoxifying and cleansing properties. Monofood fasting involves taking only one type of food that has cleansing properties. Water fasting involves being on water only. Fasting can also be done by reducing the amount of food taken everyday. Whichever type of fasting program you select, it is important to be committed to the program for effective results. All the foods/juices used will be high in fiber while maintaining nutritional qualities.

Do´s and Don´ts

Children under the age of seven should not take part in fasting. Those who have a strenuous routine of life and work should not try fasting as it requires the patient to rest from other responsibilities. Others in this category include pregnant women and nursing mothers as well as people recuperating from major surgeries or accidents. It is advised that they should wait until the body does not require extra proteins before they get into any fasting program. Proper information about the procedures should be obtained from different authorities before the patient decides to take part in them.