Natural Ways to Cleanse Your Colon

Natural colon cleansing is a process that has the intent to result in a clean bowel. To cleanse the bowel naturally is a process that includes some fasting in combination with some supplements and a parasite cleanse. Most colon cleansing supplements include herbs that kill parasites and worms. They are also known to contain digestive enzymes and probiotics which have the intent of stimulating the liver, gallbladder, and the intestines.

Until recently dietary fiber has been greatly underestimated, not only in relation to cholesterol levels but bowel disorders as well. Insoluble fiber provides bulk in the large intestine and encourages bowel movements. Psyllium is a natural, water-soluble, gel-reducing fiber which is extracted from the husks of blond Psyllium seeds. Psyllium is part of the soluble fiber family which is also called mucilage’s. This is why Psyllium is very often used in the colon cleansing process because it swells and forms a thick gel when exposed to water which in turn allows a more consistent flow through the bowel area. Psyllium also provides a benefit by assisting in ridding toxins from the colon.

Normally, a natural colon cleanse would consist of either a diet that consists only of raw vegetables, raw fruits, water, and juice or some people prefer to fast. In addition, probiotics, flax seeds, bentonite clay, and salt water enemas. Bentonite is a form of clay that acts like a laxative and also removes toxins and parasites from the colon. Flax seeds absorb water and then expand in the colon. This further permits toxins and such to be removed from the colon as well.

What is recommended by most herbalists for a person who wants to cleanse their colon naturally is to take one tablespoon and one tablespoon of flax seed mixed with water first thing in the morning and again before bed. Never eat anything for at least a half an hour after ingesting these herbs. Plenty of water needs to be drunk during the whole procedure. Make sure that you take nothing else at the very same time when taking these herbs so you can avoid any possible complications. Remember that these herbal supplements are only used in part of the colon cleansing process in conjunction with the proper diet.