WHAT IS COLON HYDROTHERAPY?
In Toronto, Ontario, and around the world, Colon Hydrotherapy, also referred to as a colonic, colon cleansing, high colonic, or colonic irrigation, is a safe and effective method of removing wastes and toxic build-up from the colon, without the usage of drugs or supplements. Warm filtered water flows gently and easily into the colon area, softening fecal matter and other wastes and stimulating the colons natural peristaltic action, to assist in detoxification, and cleansing years of excess mucus, fecal matter, gas, environmental or food pollutants, medication and other harmful toxic substances. True health in our body requires us to have a healthy digestive system in order to maintain proper daily function in our lives. Contact us to learn more about our sessions, prices and the benefits of a colon cleanse.
CAN COLON HYDROTHERAPY OR COLON CLEANSING CLINICS BENEFIT ME?
It is not uncommon for the average person to have about 5 to 25 pounds of fecal matter impacted in their colon. This may lead to the normal intestinal flora being replaced by more harmful bacteria, which may lead to intestinal toxaemia and affect our health in a very negative way. Auto-intoxication is the result. Auto-intoxication occurs when the body absorbs too much of its own toxic waste matter. This can manifest itself as the following: bloating, indigestion, acid reflux, constipation, diarrhea, low energy levels, fatigue, heartburn, headaches, aches and pains, weight problems/difficulty losing weight (weight loss issues), insomnia, acne, endocrine disturbances, irritability, parasites, abdominal distension, candida, allergies, difficulty concentrating, sallow complexion, immune and circulatory problems, arthritis, skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, backache, anxiety, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and food sensitivities. The colon is over 5 feet long and 2 inches in diameter. It serves to eliminate waste and conserve water. The bacteria living in the colon synthesize valuable nutrients including vitamins K and some B vitamins. Toxic material is found not only in the colon, but in other parts of the body as well, including fat tissue, joints, arteries, muscles, the liver etc. Colonics, colon cleansing or colon hydrotherapy effectively eliminate large quantities of toxic waste, affecting the condition of the entire body. When the colon is clean and healthy, the well-being of the whole body is greatly enhanced.
HOW DOES A COLONIC WORK?
In the colonic cleanse procedure, the relaxing and gentle infusion of water during a cleansing or hydro therapy session not only removes hardened waste material and other toxins from the colon in our body, but also leaves our bodies a clean breeding environment for healthy bacteria to proliferate. Being that 80% of our immune system rests in the colon, this also boosts overall health, vitality and immunity for improved daily function. A bowel movement occurs through peristalsis, which are wavelike movements of the colon. When water is introduced into the colon during the colonic cleansing or irrigation procedure, the colon, which is a known muscle, gently contracts against the water, creating peristalsis. Therefore a colon hydrotherapy session, is simply prompting bowel movements. This action of both emptying and exercising our colons can help to restore its shape and tone, so it can work more efficiently for you long term as well. At Vitalife Digestive Wellness Clinic in Toronto, we make each colon cleanse session a relaxing experience. Please visit our testimonials pages to hear what many of our satisfied customers had to say about our service, sessions and Toronto Colon Hydro Care Day Spa.
DO I NEED TO DO ANYTHING IN PREPARATION FOR MY COLONIC?
At Vitalife Digestive Wellnesss Clinic, we recommend as preparation for your colon cleanse not having anything to eat for at least 2 hours prior to your session, although drinking water or fresh juice is not a problem. For better cleansing results you may eliminate certain foods such as red meats and dairy, and eat plenty of high fibre foods 24 to 48 hours prior, although this is not required.
IS THERE ANYONE WHO SHOULD NOT HAVE A COLONIC?
There are certain instances when one should not have a colonic. If you have had abdominal surgery within the past 6 months, intestinal perforation, renal insufficiency, the presence of tumors or cysts, first and last trimester of pregnancy, colon or rectal surgery, abdominal hernia, ulcerative colitis, chrohns disease, diverticulitis, congestive heart failure.
IS A COLONIC OR COLON HYDROTHERAPY SAFE?
Provided you do not have any of the contraindications provided above, colonicsare perfectly safe. We use disposable equipment, so there is no risk of contamination. Our system is a passive gravity system. There is no force or pressure used during your session. Water flows gently into the colon and works against the strength of your colon.
DOES A COLONIC HURT?
A colonic is not at all painful. A small disposable speculum is gently inserted only a couple of inches into the rectum. The most you may feel is a bit of cramping, similar to what you may feel when you have to have a bowel movement. Many people however, experience no cramping at all.
WILL A COLONIC REMOVE HEALTHY BACTERIA FROM MY COLON?
Ideally, your colon should have 80% good bacteria to 20% unhealthy bacteria. Due to the unhealthy foods we eat, our current environment, and the stresses we deal with everyday, for most people this is reversed, leaving us with much more unhealthy bacteria than healthy. This leads to so many digestive and other health issues such as obesity, weight loss problems or possibly cancer symptoms. With too much of the bad stuff, the good stuff cannot proliferate. Colon Hydrotherapy removes unhealthy bacteria, and a little bit of the healthy as well - by cleansing the colon of the unhealthy bacteria, this leaves a nice clean breeding ground for the good stuff to grow! We also provide an oral probiotic for you after your session to assist with this.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR COLONIC CLEANSING SESSION?
Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete a few forms that will help us serve you better. Your colon cleanse therapist will then review the brief questionaire with you and have a consultation with you prior to your session. During your session, your therapist, who fully appreciates the sensitivity of the procedure, will ensure that you feel at ease. Your session will begin with an abdominal massage to loosen impacted fecal matter. After the insertion of a small disposable speculum into the rectum, you are completely covered. Warm, filtered water flows into the rectum through the speculum, and waste is removed via a second attachment on the speculum. This is done with a very gentle, passive gravity method. All tubing is enclosed, ensuring a very clean and sanitary procedure. Please allow an hour for your session, as the colonic may take up to 45 minutes. Showing up late for an appointment leaves less time to complete your service. We will serve you as best as possible in the time remaining, since we must start our next high enema client appointment on schedule.
HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER MY COLONIC?
Most people in Toronto leave the session feeling much cleaner and lighter, with a great sense of well being.
HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
The number of colon cleanse session required depends on each client\'s needs. On your first colonic visit, we have you fill out a few forms to find out more about your health history and to better serve you, followed by a free consultation. Based on the information provided, your colon hydrotherapy consultation, and the results of your first session at Vitalife Digestive Wellness Clinic, your hydro-therapist will make a recommendation on the number of sessions that may best benefit you. Each of our therapists is also a Registered Nutritionists, so nutritional recommendations may also be discussed during your session for those looking at various eating lifestyles or would like to discuss weightloss.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF COLON HYDROTHERAPY?
improved digestion improved bowel function elimination of food sensitivities better absorption of nutrients attainment of ideal weight stimulate immune functions minimize effects of aging increase in mental clarity bright, clearer skin increase in energy the prevention of illness boost in emotional well-being Colonics give you a feeling of being lighter, cleaner, and healthier with a sense of well-being. The benefits of colon hydrotherapy are becoming very mainstream. Many celebrities have touted their benefits, including Jennifer Aniston, Janet Jackson, Princess Diana, Andie Macdowell, Cindy Crawford, Alicia Silverstone, Liv Tyler, Ben Affleck, Avril Lavigne, Sylvester Stallone, Pamela Anderson, Madonna, Woody Harrelson and Anthony Robbins. Dr. Oz, of the Oprah Winfrey show is also a major proponent of colon cleansing.
IS COLON IRRIGATION OR CLEANSING FOR EVERYONE?
Quite a few people think that if their own bowel movements are regular, it\'s not really necessary to consider colon cleansing or flushing their bowels. Today, however, we reside in a society with more than 70,000 man-made chemicals (pollutants) with lots of colon cancer causing agents, so we\'re continually exposed to toxicity - not only in our cancer ridden environment, but in our food and water supply as well. The best protection is to have a strong immune system. Recent research suggests as much as 70-80 percent of immune tissue resides in our intestinal tract. Detox diets, weight loss diets, Home Enemas and Colonic Equipments, cleansing (such as colonic hydro therapy) and building programs offer preventative measures so that you can be in control of your own health and live a better life. Colon Hydrotherapy continues to emerge as an important factor in longevity. For more information on colonics and our colon hydrotherapy sessions, please call us today. We are located in Greater Toronto and a short drive from popular areas such as Scarborough, Mississauga, Oakville and Burlington local areas. Updated December 12, 2011 9:35am EST - Colon Hydro therapy Toronto, Colon Cleansing Mississauga Ontario