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Safe Colon Cleansers
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Are colon cleanses and colonics safe?
Not necessary: The colon is a place where water and some nutrients are absorbed by one's body. Diarrhea occurs if one does not absorb the normal amount of water and nutrients from his poop (stool). If one has bowel problems, he can see his primary care doctor or a gastroenterologist. Colonic cleaning or irrigation is not natural, and can be dangerous if the person's chemical balance is distorted. ...Read more
Colon (Definition)
The colon is another term for the large intestine. This is the final portion of the digestive system, responsible for absorbing water and storing stool before evacuation. It is divided into sections described as cecum; ascending, transverse, descending and ...Read more
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Are colon cleansers and laxatives effective?
For what purpose?: If you're looking for powerful laxatives, i assume you feel very constipated or are looking to "cleanse." if the latter, please reconsider ; check out numerous healthtap answers that point to problems with colon cleansers--don't use them! if constipation however is new or has significantly worsened, or is accompanied by distension, vomiting, fever, pain then don't self-medicate but get checked. ...Read more
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Help please! is colon hydrotherapy safe?
It has risks: There is a risk of perforating the colon and the procedure is unnecessary. ...Read more
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What works better a colon cleanse or colon hydrotherapy?
Don't waste your $: Healthtap physicians have repeatedly addressed this subject with a clear "no" answer to colonics. There is virtually no value to colon flushes, cleansers, enemas, irrigation machines when the technique is accomplished to "detox" or eliminate "accumulated waste." the "no" response also applies to liver detoxes! there are few real health benefits, but sigificant unjustified risk. Don't "cleanse". ...Read more
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What's better: colon cleanse, fiber or laxative?
Neither: Colon cleansing serves no medical purpose.
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Is colon cleasing safe?
NO, don't do it!!!: This has been addressed many times on healthtap, and the repeated answer is: don't cleanse! it doesn't matter whether the snake oil (sorry "detox cleanse") you choose is "organic" or not--there is no enduring value to "cleansing" your gut without a doctor's advice. What toxins? Rather, there is considerable risk to your health. Pull the prior healthtap answers on this subject, and please don't! ...Read more
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Is golytely (polyethylene glycol) used for any medical purpose except colonoscopy prep?
Maybe: Some gastroenterologist use it to treat chronic constipation by dosing a glass or two per day. However, it is commercially available over the counter as mirilax or glycolax. ...Read more
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Which is better laxative Metamucil or colon cleanse?
Metamucil: Metamucil in my opinion.It is natural, contains fiber, can be taken daily, also help bring your cholesterol level down. ...Read more
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Colonic hydrotherapy vs colon liquid cleanse, which one is better to take?
Neither: Colonic therapy is not proven to treat anything and can cause colon perforation and infection. See your gastroenterologist. ...Read more
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I purchased tea for colon cleanse is that safe?
Likely just laxative: Most of these teas contain senna (cascara), which is a natural stimulant laxative. It is fine to use once in a while for occasional constipation, but chronic use can cause your colon to become dependent on the chemical to move at all. There really isn't anything in there "cleansing" your colon. Just making you have a bowel movement. ...Read more
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Please describe a good, safe colon cleanse, detox product?
None: It is a waste of time and serves no useful purpose. ...Read more
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Is colon hydrotherapy while also breastfeeding safe?
Wouldn't do it: Arguably there is no indication at all for colon hydrotherapy. Risks can include fluid and electrolyte problems, infection, adversely affecting the colonic bacterial flora. Any of these migh be more of an issue during breast feeding. ...Read more
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Does oatmeal cleanse colon?
High in fiber: Eating oatmeal will add a lot of fiber to your diet which in turn will keep your bowels more regular. ...Read more
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Should one ever use colon cleasne products and liver cleanse products?
No...: No studies to prove any health benefits from such products. Save your money. ...Read more
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Do colon cleansings work?
No: There is no need for and no benefit of doing colon cleansings. Your colon cleanses itself by having bowel movements. There is no buildup of toxins anywhere in the colon. Colon cleansings are unnecessary and can be unhealthy. Stick with a high-fiber diet for good colon health! Good luck. ...Read more
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Is it safe to take acai berry capsules or total cleanse colon cleanser while breastfeeding?
Avoid to be safe: There is no evidence as to safety here, so i would avoi it/both, until more inforamtion is available. ...Read more
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How effective are colonic cleansings?
Don't do it!: Healthtap physicians have repeatedly addressed this subject with a clear "no" answer to your question. There is virtually no value to colon flushes, cleansers, enemas, irrigation machines when the technique is accomplished to "detox" or eliminate "accumulated waste" or for weight loss. There are few real health benefits, but sigificant unjustified risk. Don't use colonics please unless prescribed. ...Read more
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Colon cleanse as a good as a colon hydrotherapy?
Neither: There is no need for either. If constipated buy some MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) or mag citrate. ...Read more
Colonic (Definition)
This is a combining term referring to some condition, treatment or disease of the colon. Such as colonic enema, colonic ...Read more