If your answer is yes, you’ve got a lot of company – over 4 million “friends” in the US alone!
In fact, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services, constipation is the
What is constipation?
The medical definition is having fewer than three bowel movements per week. However, most natural and holistic health practitioners suggest we should have 2-3 bowel movements per day for optimum health. I often hear people say, “I go 2-3 times per week, and that’s ok because that is what is normal for my system.” But think about this: Just because something is normal for your system, does that mean it is what is best for your body?
What is happening in your colon while the waste matter is waiting to be eliminated? By Friday, Tuesday’s burger isn’t so nutritious any more. As it sits, it can become toxic, upsetting the balance of bacteria in the colon and releasing harmful toxins into your bloodstream, affecting other systems of the body as well. Frequent constipation can be responsible for abdominal bloating and pain, fatigue, brain fog, headaches, skin problems, joint pain, and even more serious health conditions.
So why are so many people constipated?
A number of factors contribute to constipation, and often there is a combination of factors at play. The most commonly stated causes are dehydration, lack of fiber, lack of exercise, some medications and “ignoring the urge”.
Another important often overlooked cause that contributes to constipation: STRESS!
All of these recommendations, including the management and release of stress, can greatly improve your digestion and elimination habits. Sometimes these lifestyle changes can take a while to implement and take effect. Meanwhile, it’s important to remove the toxic buildup that has been accumulating in your system. One popular solution we offer at NIHA is colon hydrotherapy.
How Colon Hydrotherapy Can Help Constipation
Colon hydrotherapy provides a safe alternative to the $725-million common solution of laxatives. Some laxatives can have harmful side effects and with consistent use can lead to dependency and decreased bowel function, especially the harsh stimulant laxatives that stimulate muscle contractions to expel stool.
Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonics, is a safe, effective method of eliminating waste from the large intestine without the use of drugs. During a session, warm purified water is introduced into the colon, and the waste is softened and loosened, resulting in evacuation through natural peristalsis. Most people claim feeling lighter, mentally clearer and more energetic after just one colonic treatment!
Some people feel uneasy about the thought of colon hydrotherapy, but most people feel so much better after a treatment, they can’t believe they waited so long to try it! If you have questions about the procedure and would like to discuss whether colon hydrotherapy is right for you, please contact us at NIHA for more information.
We have a mantra in the colon hydrotherapy field: "better out than in!" Don’t let constipation, bloating and gas drag you down. “Unfriend” the 4 million and put the pep back in your step today!