Colon Cleansing Scam

Colon cleaning is becoming increasingly more common as people from all walks of life work to cleanse their bodies from harmful toxin buildups.  There are pollutants in the air, chemicals in the foods we eat and the items we use in our home from day do day, as well as in makeup and skin care products. The chemicals get into our skin and from there build up in our bodies.  Is it important to do something to cleanse the body from these harmful substances?  If so, what one should do to accomplish that?

While many people go in for colon cleansing, it is not all that hard to find a safer alternative.  If you look online you will find any number of websites advertising different homemade colon cleanse and colon cleanse recipes.  Of course, there are also many colon cleansing scam sites out there – sites that will give you recipes that are either ineffective or actually harmful to the body, so it is important to be very careful as to what treatment you decide to do. One good point to remember is that if something sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.

If you are having medical problems, it is best that you see a doctor and speak with him/her about the correct form of treatment.  Checking out medical related web sites online is not a substitute for a doctor visit if you have health problems.  However, if you do not have serious health issues but simply want to cleanse your body from toxin build up then finding a natural formula online is one idea.  There are many different kinds of cleanses; some are one time things that you do and others involve a special diet for a few days or even a week.  Pick something that is not only realistic for you but also something that you would feel comfortable doing.

One of the oldest and yet safest methods of colon cleaning is visiting a sauna or spa.  The perspiration takes with it harmful chemicals that have built up in your system. It is no surprise that saunas have been around for the last several thousand years and are yet still very popular today.  Just make sure that you replenish with lots and lots of water.  Dehydrating yourself will not help you.

Enema detoxification is another method, albeit a lot less pleasant. An organic coffee brew is used for this and can be done in your own home, as opposed to using non-organic medicines. This doesn’t actually “detox” your body, and doing it too often can actually be harmful to your intestines.  It does, however, often give one that “fresh” feeling afterward. There is even a foot detox method where the feet are placed in a bowl with salt water and ion generators. This particular method, however, focuses on getting rid of metal toxins in the body.  Whether or not it actually works is debatable.

There are also a number of special colon cleansing teas that are said to perform wonders when it comes to colon cleansing.  Drinking an organic tea may be just the thing for you, especially if you are already a tea person.  It is important to remember, however, that when it comes to herbs and teas, you should follow the directions on the package carefully.  Many people feel that when it comes to organic medicine alternatives, one can take as much as one wants without negative repercussions because it is all natural. This is a very dangerous fallacy. Herbs and teas, while they are all natural, can have negative side effects. Mother Nature has some pretty powerful stuff and taking too much of it can be bad for you.  If you do have any negative side affects or allergic reactions, then it goes without saying that you should stop whatever treatment you are taking and if needed get help from a medical professional.

If you are pregnant or nursing then it is very important to research whatever medicine or herbal treatment you are considering using.  Visiting a sauna or spa is not recommended for pregnant women and some kinds of medicines and herbal treatments can be harmful to the unborn baby, or pass into the breast milk if you are nursing.  Be very careful about what kinds of treatments you do; it is quite likely that the foot detox would be your best bet in this kind of situation, or perhaps you may find it better to wait for some time and do a different detox later.

Those of you that have read other posts on this site know that I am not a proponent of colon cleansing.  I have not only tried Bowtrol (as well as a few others), and done extensive research as to the need to “cleanse”, and the effectiveness of these products.  Despite the facts, however, masses of people still want this stuff to work and want to feel like they’re doing themselves some good by using these products.  My point here is to at least try to advise the safest alternatives.

To be honest, the only truly safe way to “detoxify” your body is to drink a lot of water, get plenty of exercise, and eat natural, healthy foods that are high in dietary fiber.  For those of you who still feel you need to detox, try one of the safer methods above.

J

*Update – I just recently spoke with an associate of mine that reminded me of the benefits of yoga when it comes to getting your body in balance with itself.  He says that yoga is an awesome way to feel healthy, fit, and yes, even “detoxified”.  This is not the first time I have heard this, and since yoga is both healthy and safe, I am going to look into trying it.  If you want to try yoga, you can try reading this article on the best yoga dvd for beginners.

As we learn more about our health, trends and fads come and go. Most recently we have learned much about colon cleanse in the marketplace, homemade colon cleanse, as well as several versions of the colon cleansing scam. Our colon acts as the main warehouse for the body’s filtration system. The intestine is the last stop before waste is eliminated. Sometimes the assembly line of bodily functions back up and need assistance to generate a steady flow again.

• The enema(many variations)
• Ex-lax
• Magnesium citrate
• Correctol
• Milk of Magnesia
• Stool Softeners
• Cod Liver Oil
• Castor oil
• Colon Cleansing Tea

…are some of the remedies of yester-year. Although they provide some temporary symptomatic relief, they did not go far into the colon to address the buildup of toxins. As manufacturers went to work in labs creating capsules and potions, holistic practitioners did the same in experimenting with homemade colon cleanse recipes.

Among the lists of ingredients there are a few that are known to aid in digestion or have fiber like qualities. Those include:

1. Wheat
2. Aloe Vera
3. Flax Seed
4. Acai juice
5. Bentonite Clay
6. Senna
7. Cascara Sagrada
8. Psyillium

The first four on the list have safe and natural fiber benefits as long as the aloe vera does not have aloin, which is banned in the US. Incidentally, it is the aloin that causes the laxative affect. Flax seed is the only listed ingredient with proven benefits other than fiber to aid in cleansing the colon without harmful side effects. The second four ingredients have to be used with strong caution. The psyillium and bentonite clay has to be flushed through the system lest cause blockages in the colon. Senna and cascara sagrada can have more violent side effects if used incorrectly, or by those already experiencing problems.

A couple of more recently recommended sources are Colonix, Colpurin and Blessed Herbs which all have some level of the ingredients that could cause problems. Half of these products stick to walls and crevices of the colon. Oxy powder is the only product that mixes oxygen and water for a more safe approach. This method even causes liquid stools in most people. These main ingredients are used in an array of over the counter relief. Homemade colon cleanse usually involves enemas of some sort or require the mixing of herbs.

Some of the more popular enemas still only penetrate a small portion of the colon. It does not have the affect of an irrigation of the colon for instance, although it falls under the same procedures. Some of the more popular enemas are:

• Yogurt
• Coffee & Teas
• Vinegar
• Garlic
• Juices
• Wheat& Barley grasses
• Epsom salt
• Olive oil

To correct bacterial flora it is even recommended to use yellow baby stool. Green stool indicates a lack of balance between good and bad bacteria. Yogurt is good only if it contains live bacteria cultures. Care has to be given not to use the wrong compound and measurements when making homemade colon cleanse. Herbs in capsule form are subject to be a colon cleansing scam.

Since herbs are not yet regulated, colon cleanse manufacturers can manipulate the percentage of active ingredients to make a higher profit. The most active ingredient in capsule form is going to be fiber based or laced with one or more of the ingredients that could cause potential problems.

It seems the best way to maintain a healthy colon is to start with a colon cleanse supervised by a doctor. Eating fruits and vegetables  (along with other “fat burning food“) coupled with exercise is the best  free homemade colon cleanse available. Consistency will avoid desperation and the possibility of falling prey to the latest colon cleansing scam.

If you are looking for how to lose weight, colon cleansing is not it.  For a safe and effective weight loss alternative CLICK HERE.

Hello.  James here and this is my uncensored report on the colon cleansing scam.  If you want to know whether or not colon cleansing is a scam, I’m glad you found this site and I suggest you keep reading.

I have to warn you though: I am pulling no punches here, so if you feel that some of this is information that you do not want to hear, you may as well leave now.

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If you want to see a healthy alternative, click here.

If you read my previous posts, you already know how I was introduced to colon cleansing products and what they are.  You know that I have taken them as has my girlfriend.  You know that there was a colon cleansing product that actually did help with Kathy’s constipation and that she recommended that I try it for diarrhea. Now on to the “brass tacks”:

First of all, there are hundreds of companies in the colon cleansing supplement industry.  Bowtrol is the one that we took that helped some, although we did try others. First I will tell you what it did do:

• It did help with Kathy’s constipation
• It did help with my diarrhea
• It did reduce Kathy’s feeling of being “bloated”

What it did not do:

• It did not help either of us to get into better shape
• It did not give us the ability to better digest our food
• Neither of us lost any weight
• It did not give either of us a “fresh” feeling of being detoxified
• It did not significantly increase our energy

Here is the truth behind it:  The benefits of colon cleansing were scientifically debunked years ago.  While they do have some minor benefits, these same benefits can be had from proper nutrition, without the risks of using colon cleansing products.  I told you before that it was hard for both of us to get the proper nutrition, given her busy schedule and my limited capacities.  This lack of nutrition and proper exercise was the biggest contributor to our problems.

We had to find a way to get our bodies to be ready to utilize the food we ate without a lot of exercise, and without diet pills, supplements, etc.  We had to come up with a plan that we could stick to.  We needed to find a way to do all of this, without feeling like we were sacrificing. We actually found a way that did not require us to take unsafe supplements or spend a lot of time exercising or count calories or anything like that – something that allowed us to be friends with our food and finally get healthy again.

Click here to see what worked for us.

Did I say “unsafe supplements”?  How can an herbal supplement be unsafe?  Here are some cold, hard facts about colon cleansing supplements that the supplement companies do NOT want you to know:

Nutritional supplements are not regulated by the FDA. That means that there is no governing body that tells these companies that their supplements have to actually contain what they say they do!  The pills you are taking could be powdered sugar in a capsule, and you would never know.

Colon cleansing products can do damage do your colon. Colon cleansers use laxatives and other products that interfere with your colon’s ability to absorb moisture.  This can cause dependence on laxatives for regular bowel movements.  They can also cause an electrolyte imbalance which can actually lead to heart failure.  Frequent use of oral laxatives can also cause drug absorption issues.  There are many more dangers as well.

Your Colon does not need cleansing. Our bodies are naturally capable of eliminating waste on its own.  There are countless ads that show the “waste” that passed through the test subject due to the cleansing product.  The fact is that there has never been a surgery or autopsy performed that found someone with waste build up in their colon! The “waste debris” shown in the ads was the product itself!

Want to see the biggest colon cleansing scam of all?  Click Play to watch the short video below:

Is that what you want to put in your body?

Okay, so now the challenge:  I want you to take a second and ask yourself why you want a colon cleansing product.  Is it because you heard that colonics can help you to lose weight?  Are you afraid that your body is filling with toxins?  Do you think that colon cleansing will help to prevent colon cancer?  Maybe you just want more energy?  I am going to tell you a way that you can get all of that and then some – SAFELY!

Look, there is a reason that I put up this site and wrote all of these articles.  It is because I am sick to death of being sold scams that don’t work!  I want to share something with you that does.  It worked for me.  I am incapable of most forms of exercise, due to my injuries (explained on the About Me page), and can rarely cook.  Yet I am thin, healthy and feeling better than I have in years!

Click here to see how I did it.

I hope this article was helpful and informative.  Please feel free to quote this information and pass it along to whomever you like.  The colon cleansing scam is bigger than both you and me, but the more we spread the word, the less people will be conned.

Thanks for reading,

James

Hello. This is James, and I’d like to welcome you to Colon Cleansing Scam. In this first article, I wanted to just give you an idea of how Kathy and I first got involved with colon cleansing. If you read my About Me page, you already know a little about me and Kathy and a little about why we came to investigate colon cleansing products. I will go into a little more detail here.

First, about me: I suffered a few injuries while working as a service plumber for about 18 years. These injuries caused pretty severe spinal problems in my neck and back, as well as hip problems. With these injuries, it is very difficult to get any real exercise. Cooking regular meals is difficult, because I cannot stand for longer than a minute or two at a time, and I usually need a cane to walk. Kathy is so busy with school that she rarely has time to cook.

I was feeling sluggish a lot and gaining weight. I was always tired. Kathy told me, over and over, that all of the pain medications and stuff were building up in my body and I should look at some kind of product that can flush the residue out of my system. She had heard a lot about colon cleansing products and how they are supposed to help detoxify the body and remove build-up in the bowels. I was also having problems with diarrhea, and she said a colon cleanse would help that as well.

Now, Kathy started looking into colon cleansing products for a different reason – constipation. Her busy schedule made it hard for her to get enough exercise as well. She was not eating right which was causing her to have constipation. It was Kathy that first started looking into and finally trying colon cleansers. She actually tried a few of them before finding one that didn’t make her feel “icky”. The one she liked was called “Bowtrol” (in case you are interested, click the name to get more info about them). It did seem to help her with her constipation, and that added some weight to her argument that I should try it as well.

Now, there is more to the story here than “she tried Bowtrol and it worked”. Is colon cleansing a scam? This site is called “Colon Cleansing Scam” for a reason, and we will get to that reason a little later.   Right now, I need to get to a doctor’s appointment. Take care and I’ll see at the next post.

Thanks for reading,
James