Colon Hydrotherapy
More often than not, whenever I give a health presentation I discuss eliminations (bowel movements). During this particular topic, if my husband is present he ALWAYS finds the nearest exit from the conference room, lecture hall, etc. If there is a door knob, he is turning it. He thinks I am obsessed with “eliminations,” but this is simply NOT the case.
Digestive health is very important and I am often concerned when my new clients reveal their elimination frequency or rather the lack thereof. Although I can successfully help regulate my clients eliminations with changes in diet and herbal formulations, I support “washing” the colon from time to time.
I do not personally offer colon hydrothearpy nor am I interested in performing the procedure myself. Thus, I decided to consult Rosalind Akins and ask her a few questions about colon hydrotherapy specifically. She is someone who is obsessed with restoring order to your colon in a supportive and safe space. Additionally, Rosalind is a trusted & respected colleague in the area of digestive health (as well as a talented massage therapist) with over a decade of experience in the field.
Q: What is the goal of colon hydrotherapy?
A: The goal of colon hydrotherapy is to hydrate the system, remove waste, stimulate peristalsis, and rehabilitate the nerves, muscles, glands, circulatory and immune system that form the components of the digestive system.
Q: Is colon hydrotherapy completely safe?
A: Yes! In fact, with new hydrotherapy equipment therapy is much safer than the common enema.
Q: What is the major difference between enema and colon hydration?
A: They are two different worlds. Colon hydrotherapy uses water, an element that is naturally occurring in your body, to promote removal of built up waste and toning of the colon. With an enema you are putting a chemical in your body. These chemicals can inhibit your body’s peristalsis ability causing it to become dependent on the chemical to achieve an [elimination].
Q: So your system will not become lazy and require colon hydrotherapy to eliminate?
A: No. Physically colonics are not habit forming. Your body will not become reliant on them to eliminate.
Q: How often should someone have colon hydrotherapy?
A: I always recommend a series of 3 to begin. Depending on the motivation for the series more may be required. Once the client’s goal is achieved and the diet matches, I suggest a twice a year series of three. That’s a good maintenance program. If there are major dietary problems I recommend once a month to establish toning of the colon.
Q: What is toning of the colon?
A: Think of toning as reminding the colon muscles how they should work.
Q: What diet do you recommend after a session?
A: Well after a session I recommend digestive enzymes, probiotics and fiber. I do not recommend a “diet”, but suggest clean eating as a way to a healthier lifestyle. During a pre-session intake and evaluation, I examine a client’s current eating lifestyle and together we attempt to modify eating habits.
For more information email Rosalind@balancetheqi.com
To schedule an appointment with Rosalind of Body N Balanz call 602.772.2253