Have you heard people talking about colonics (also called colon hydrotherapy)? Word has been spreading about the importance of gut health and the healing results people are experiencing from this effective treatment.
The problem is that there are a lot of rumors and misconceptions keeping people who want to heal their digestion from exploring it more. So, let’s see if we can clean that up for you – no pun intended!
One of the misconceptions of colon hydrotherapy is that it will wipe out all the good bacteria in your gut. To put it plainly, no it will not. First of all, when you receive your colon therapy treatment, only a portion of the average 8–20 pounds of toxic matter stored in the large intestine makes its way out in an average colonic session. The amount of toxic material expelled varies, mostly depending on the client and usually affected by gut health, hydration, diet, their emotional state of being, and how much stress their body is holding onto. Most clients experience amazing results and feel a sense of lightness, comfort, ease, and clarity. After many years of being a colon therapist, I’m still amazed at how much the body holds onto and how much toxic waste is eliminated during a colonic session.
Colon therapy is a gentle treatment and, unlike laxatives, does not irritate the delicate gut lining. Helping the body expel some of the toxic build up will restore the good bacteria and relieve the strain on the immune system caused by excess toxins that cause a less than ideal gut biome.
Another common question is whether the process is painful. Through experience, I’ve found when clients follow our suggestions of eating a diet gentle on the digestive system for a few days before their scheduled treatment, avoiding gas-producing foods, and hydrating well, the colonics are usually pain-free. At most there could be a short period when the client may experience some pressure or light cramping as the large intestine (which is a large muscle in the abdominal and pelvic cavity) contracts to move larger amounts of matter through and out of the body. You will feel this, but it should not cause pain.
How Often Should I Have a Colonic?
This depends on the client and how chronic the digestive issue is. At The Colonic Institute, we make sure to set aside plenty of time to hear your story and ask and answer any pertinent questions. Most of us will benefit from a series of colonics to help rid, over time, a good portion of the 8–20 pound average old, toxic, hardened, compacted, stuck-on, mucousy, undigested matter, along with trapped gases that take time to eliminate.
As we work together to improve your digestion and gut health, we will get a better idea of how many are best for you. The average client benefits from a series of three colonics after their first consult and colonic, most often four within a month. After those initial sessions, some clients benefit from a session every month or two. For some, a few times a year is all they need to feel their best.
Will My Body Get Dependent on It?
Nope – unlike with laxatives, which the body will often become dependent on, needing more and more over time for them to work until they eventually stop working altogether. The job of colon hydrotherapy is to get your digestion working better by cleaning out a significant portion of the matter blocking movement in the intestine so it can learn to improve and function better. Good colon hydrotherapy practitioners will also offer guidance, including information on foods that help or hinder gut health (we’ll even share with you some of our gut-healing faves), fresh air and exercise (get that stress out of the mind to get it out of the body!), and good hydration alongside your colonic treatments. Over time, you should find improvement. That’s our goal!
What Should I Expect When I Come to the Colonic Institute?
Expect to feel relaxed, comfy, fully supported, surrounded by the healing atmosphere, listened to, and maybe even getting some much needed stress-relieving laughter in. We’re here to listen and to help you find a way to improve your digestion or regularity. Even the most chronically constipated clients can have immediate success and leave with a happier tummy than they’ve
had in a very long time.
Many clients share with us that they wished they hadn’t waited for so long to come in.
You can email us or schedule a phone conversation to answer any questions you have at any time. We’re here for you.
Nina Veronesi is the owner of The Colonic Institute in Avon, CT, and has practiced as an I-ACT Certified colon therapist for nine years. She is also certified in Bioelectric Lymphatic Drainage by the Internal Environment Institute and is a Reiki level three practitioner. She is joined by I-ACT Certified colon therapist Michelle Sutton and Reiki Master and Hypnotherapist Rio Comaduran at the institute.
Call 860.481.2702 or email: colonicsct46@gmail.com to book an appointment. Visit our website at: colonicct.com.