I certainly didn’t start out with an interest in colon health. And by my late 20s my health showed it.  Allergies, chronic fatigue, stress, depression, acne, dandruff, colds and flu were all part of my everyday, every-week and every-year reality.

But, somewhere in the back of my mind, I felt that there must be a better way.   My first tentative steps toward that better way involved changing my nutrition. When I was 26, I stopped eating all meat, including fish.  I didn’t have much nutritional guidance as a new vegetarian, but even after just 1 month on a vegetarian diet, I noticed benefits.  Specifically I began to wake up earlier and feel more energy during the day.

As I stayed with the vegetarian diet my eating habits changed. I started to eat more simply – combining less foods at one time and being content with less.  And at one point I stopped eating all dairy products. Almost immediately my allergies began to disappear.

A few years later, while I was studying to be a yoga teacher in Miami, I met a group of people who were the “ultimate vegetarians.” These people ate only raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds.  They looked more radiant than anyone I had ever seen.  I decided to join them. After six weeks of eating only raw vegetarian foods, I couldn’t deny that I felt healthier and younger than I had in years.

I was so inspired by this revelation that I began to study all the “raw food” literature I could get my hands on. I read 100s of books and learned directly from some of the best raw food teachers around.  I was deeply impressed by their vitality, humanity and commitment to share the simple teachings of the raw vegetarian diet.

During this period, I first heard of colon cleansing and its many benefits.  I completed my first colon cleanse a couple of weeks later.  In the years that followed, I researched and experimented many varieties of colon cleansing.  Within 5 years, I’d personally tried all of the major types of cleansing and read all the major literature about colon cleansing.

What I found is that cleansing the colon and keeping it clean led to more health benefits than anything other single thing I had ever done, including being vegetarian, vegan or even a raw food vegan.   The allergies, depression, acne, stress, chronic fatigue of my late 20s all vanished.

I had found a key to vibrant health and began sharing what I had learned. At first, I recommended a high quality pre-made colon cleanse kit (the first one that I had done).  The problem for many people was that it cost over $300.  I did about a year of research and found another kit that was also very effective and just $120.  I’ve recommended that kit now to over 3000 people.

Later, knowing that the ingredients for great colon cleanses are easy to find, I started making my own cleanses at a fraction of the costs of a colon cleanse kit.  With my own cleanses I found myself getting better results and cleansing more often that I would with a pre-made kit.

In addition I discovered how to keep the colon functioning at its best between cleanses, which is something that no cleanse kit, even the great ones, tell you how to do.  I learned about the optimal colon health diet, I found some great colon strengthening exercises and learned ways to cleanse that left me even healthier than before.

I’ve put all that information and experience into “The Lifetime Guide to Colon Health.”   This comprehensive book covers all aspects of colon cleansing.  It contains:

• Detailed information on all of the major ways to cleanse to cleanse the colon
• Cleansing solutions for beginning through advanced cleansers
• Cleansing levels that you can design to fit into your own   schedule
• All the information you need to create your own cleanses
• Answers to all major questions about cleansing
• A complete list of further resources

Plus:

• leading edge information previously unpublished in the cleansing  world

“The Lifetime Guide To Colon Health” gives you a broad and complete colon cleansing education.

I hope that you use it to become abundantly healthy.  I know I have.

Mark

In my early 20s I never dreamed I’d be able to do something like this:

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We just got this question in and thought it would be helpful to post the answer here.

From Jenna -

Q: Is detox cleanse good?

In general, and for most people, the answer is “yes.”   People with medical problems need to consult their doctor before starting a cleanse.

Q:  Does it really clean?

A good detox does really clean. Your body is always eliminating toxins, but on a detox program it is able to eliminate more due to various factors.

Q: Is it good for our body?

Detox and cleansing is usually good for most people’s bodies. People who have medical issues need to consult with their doctor first. But generally healthy people benefit greatly from it. Think of it like getting a massage, except for your internal organs.

Q: Which detox should I take?

That really depends on your goals.   If you’re a beginner, we’d recommend that you pick up our “3 Colon Cleansing Recipes” book or “The Colon Cleanse Diet Revealed“  book.    More advanced cleansers should try our Herbal Cleanse Recipe.

Q: am i going to  the bathroom every second?

No, but you will need to use a bathroom more frequently than normal. 6-8 movements a day is pretty typical.

Q: Am I going to lose only water?
Good detox and cleanse programs also help you lose fat – that’s just how the body works. Take in less calories than you burn and you lose fat.

Hope that helps!

In the past couple of years the practice of detox and cleansing has enjoyed more popularity than ever before.  With stars like Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyonce Knowles and even Oprah herself promoting the practice,  it’s easy to see why.

In all the hype,  the most important and, in my opinion, most effective strategy for detox is often overlooked:   the body cleansing diet.  It’s simple and inexpensive, but when it’s done carefully and appropriately the results are very powerful.

Cleansing with diet means that you avoid heavy foods that are difficult to digest and instead focus on eating whole, fresh foods. A cleansing diet program usually lasts longer than a fast or a limited calorie program like the “Master Cleanse” – up to 30 days in some cases.  That’s a  very positive thing for most people because the longer the program, the more likely you are to actually make significant changes to your everyday diet and lifestyle.

Fasting and limited calorie detox diets often produce a “yo-yo” effect in which people binge on junk food after the program ends.   This is much less likely when you cleanse through diet.  And yet the benefits are amazing.

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As an expert in the colon cleansing field, I’ve become quite familiar with both arguments in favor and against the practice. The reality is that there is a lot of hyperbole and misinformation on both sides. That can make it difficult to get a balanced view about colon cleansing.

In this article I’ll reveal the top colon cleanse myths that you’ve probably already come across so that you can decide for yourself if cleansing is something you’d like to try.

Myth Number One: “Colon Cleansing is A Cure All”

The promoters of colon cleansing often sound like used car salesman. It’s not uncommon for them to suggest that the practice will fix everything that’s wrong with you. Don’t believe all that. It’s true that a good colon cleanse can produce powerful and beneficial health results, but it takes time and consistent effort to achieve. In my experience it is most helpful to approach you cleanse and detox process with this knowledge.

Myth Number Two: “There’s No Need to Colon Cleanse – The Colon Does it by itself.”

This argument comes from the side against colon cleansing. Here’s the thing, in an ideal world it’s absolutely true that the color cleanses itself on its own. But the reality is that the colon only works well when you give it enough fiber. The recommended intake is 30gm everyday. Most people eating a standard western diet eat around 12. Thus colon disease and digestive problems are widespread and growing. In the case that you’ve always eaten enough fiber you probably don’t need a colon cleanse. But a person like that is very rare.

Myth Number Three: “Those Pictures Of Plaque Aren’t Real”

By now you may have seen some images on the internet of goopy brown or green strands that people have released as part of a colon cleanse. Some detractors insist that these are not real. Having done many cleanses myself I can assure you that this “mucoid plaque,” as it is called is indeed real. It’s also a real problem since it inhibits the absorption of nutrients in the intestines. Plaque forms when we eat too many fatty foods and not enough fiber and the best way to get it out is to cleanse with herbs.

Myth Number Four: “Colon Cleansing Costs A Lot Of Money.”

It’s true that there a number of colon treatments out there that could run you several hundred dollars. The fundamentals, however, are really simple and most of the ingredients you need to make your own high quality colon cleanse are right on the shelves of your grocery store. All you need are some instructions and recipes. My last cleanse cost a total of about $18 and did wonders for my health.

Click here to get colon cleanse recipes that really work. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to detox well.

Would you believe that up to 1 pound of waste can be eliminated through your skin each day? The skin is our largest detox organ and the primary way it gets rid of toxins is through sweating. Cardiovascular exercise and steam baths are great ways to break a sweat, but sweating is not the only way to support the skin to detox. Dry skin brushing is also very helpful. The body makes a new layer of skin roughly every 24 hours. When you brush the top dead layer of skin away, you allow this new layer to come to the surface. Skin brushing also support healthy blood flow and gives your lymph system a boost.

Skin brushing technique: Before you can brush your skin, you’ll need to stop into a health food store and pick up an all natural bristle skin brush. Do not use a synthetic bristle brush as the plastic is too harsh for the skin. Make sure to get a brush with a long handle so you can reach your back. You should brush your skin right before you shower, when it is still dry. Start with your feet and brush up the legs. Then move to your arms. Finally brush your torso. Try to always brush toward your heart and over your heart make circles with the brush. This is said to stimulate blood flow. One pass should take 2-4 minutes and is plenty in the beginning. Make sure to avoid any areas with open skin or sensitive skin. If you want to brush your face, you should buy a soft brush designed for the purpose.

Once you’ve come out of the shower and dried off, your skin should feel especially clean. When you skin brush regularly you are likely to notice that your skin takes on a healthier glow. Other benefits include the reduction of cellulite and varicose veins. One other way you can help your skin is to nourish it with coconut oil after your shower – this is especially helpful in dry climates. Make sure the coconut oil is 100% pure and raw.

Especially for people who live in humid climates: I live in a tropical area and have found that dry skin brushing feels too harsh. I think that’s because my skin is always a little bit damp from the humidity. Instead of using a skin brush in the tropics, I now use special exfoliating gloves that can be used in the shower. The process is the same as above except that it’s done what the shower water is running.

Skin brushing is a great addition to any cleansing and detox program because it supports the body to eliminate toxins faster.

Discover how to make your own colon cleanse recipe – easy to make and proven to get great results on http://www.safecoloncleanse.com

I certainly didn’t start out with an interest in colon health. And by my late 20s my health showed it. Allergies, chronic fatigue, stress, depression, acne, dandruff, colds and flu were all part of my everyday, every-week and every-year reality.

It seemed like a lot of my friends were in similar straights, but somewhere it occurred to me that there must be a better way. When I was about 28, I decided to leave off the eating of all animals, including fish. I did it pretty much on my own, but even after just a month as a vegetarian I began to feel better. What I noticed most was that I had more energy during the day and that I needed less sleep.

I stuck with vegetarianism and my eating patters transformed. Simple meals became the norm for me. I combined less different kinds of food and began to feel content with smaller amounts as well. Then one day, on the advice of a friend, I stopped eating anything made from milk – yogurt, cheese, etc. I was surprised that my allergies began to disappear within just a couple of weeks.

I continued as a vegan for about a year and then I met a group of people who simply looked amazing. They were vital and vibrant and bright like no one I had ever seen. They told me that their secret was eating a raw vegan diet. I decided to give it a go and after six weeks I understood why they raved about the lifestyle. I felt younger and better than I ever had.

I became truly excited by this amazing experience and studied in depth all the literature about raw food that i could find (it wasn’t a whole lot – but from it I learned the basics of why raw food is so good for us). I learned about enzyems and vitamins and minerals among other things.

During this period, at a lecture with David Wolfe, one of the world’s leading raw food nutrition experts, I first heard of colon cleansing and its many benefits. I completed my first colon cleanse a couple of weeks later.

In the years that followed, I researched and experimented many varieties of colon cleansing. Within 5 years, I’d personally tried all of the major types of cleansing and read all the major literature about colon cleansing.

In my practice I learned that having a properly functioning colon is the key to radiant health. The results I got from my cleansing efforts were more than being vegetarian, vegan and raw vegan combined. No more allergies, depression, stress, acne or chronic fatigue! In my opinion it’s the single most important natural health practice any of us can perform.

Now I invite you back to my site where you can discover how to make your own safe colon cleanse recipe – it’s easy to make and proven to get great results. I use it regularly. Go to: http://www.safecoloncleanse.com

Keeping your colon healthy is easy as long as you make sure to get plenty of dietary fiber each and every day. Doctors generally recommend that men eat about 40g of dietary fiber daily, while women should eat 30g.

Dietary fiber does several things for the body. First it, sweep through the intestinal tract something like a broom, keeping it clear of debris. Second, fiber reduces bowel transit time (the amount of time it takes for food to travel throught the digestive system).

In addition fiber creates strong colon muscles by giving them a solid substance to work against. Having healthy colon musculature means easier and fuller eliminations. Dietary fiber also promotes healthy bacteria to grow in the intestine and can even help get rid of some common toxins.

Specifically, there are 6 types of fibers in plants. Each of them has a different effect on the digestive system.

Pectin slows down the assimilation of food after we eat. It is a type of soluable fiber. Eaten in high enough quantities, it can help reduce symtoms of diabetes and hypoglycemia and even radiation treatments. Pectin is found in onion skin, green beans, bananas apples cabbage and beets.

Cellulose is a totally indigestible insoluble fiber found in the skins of vegetables and fruits. Cellulose can help people with colitis, constipation and hemorrhoids. Sources: wheat bran, beets skins, peas, broccoli, carrots, lima beans, Brazil nuts, pears, apples, whole grains and green beans.

Hemicellulose is another indigestible insoluble fiber. Hemicellulose holds the most water out of all types of fiber and can help with constipation, weight loss and the elimination of toxins. Sources: psyllium seeds, oat bran, apples, pears, bananas, beans, corn, cabbage, whole grains, peppers and green vegetables.

Lignin is a soluble fiber that is the non-carbohydrate cell wall material. Lignin fibers help lower cholesterol and prevent gallstones by removing bile acids before they can form stones. Sources: flaxseeds, wheat, potatoes, apples, cabbage, carrots, peaches, tomatoes, strawberries, Brazil nuts and peas.

Gums are water soluble fibers that help repair damaged tissues. Gums come from the stems or seeds of tropical or subtropical trees and shrubs. In the small intestine, gums form a gel which binds of toxins and acids and helps remove them from the body. Sources: guar gum, gum arabic, flaxseed gum, locust seed gum, psyllium seed gum.

Mucilages come only from seeds and seaweed. They are used in a kitchen to thicken sauces. In cleansing they are great for adding bulk to the intestine (thus giving the colon something to work against). The sources are: legumes, and psyllium seed husks.

Getting enough fiber daily means eating plenty of veggies and fruits (5-8 servings) and possibly including a few servings of flax seeds, salba seeds or psyllium. It’s a simple practice, but all signs point toward it being one of the most promising for preserving overall colon health.

Discover how to make a great homemade colon cleanse that’s proven to get great results. You can get access on http://www.safecoloncleanse.com

It is possible to colon cleanse with home remedy colon cleansing programs and get very good results.  I’ve done it many times and have helped thousands of other people to learn to do the same.

If you do decide to go with a home remedy colon cleansing recipe, here are 5 common mistakes to avoid.

1.  Starting With A Poor Quality Recipe

Not all homemade colon cleanse recipes are the same.  Any recipe you try should have specific ingredients lists, clear instructions on how to take it and detailed guidelines of what to expect during your cleanse.

2.  Using Non-Organic Ingredients

To get the most from any home remedy cleanse you try, you need to use the purest and best quality ingredients that you can find.  Otherwise you are making it harder on your body to cleanse by putting pesticides, and other chemicals into it.

Also if you use herbs in your cleanse, make sure to ask if they are irradiated.  If they are, don’t use them, because they won’t work.

3.  Not Sticking to The Diet

All colon cleansing that gets really positive results requires that you follow a cleansing diet.  In general terms this means avoiding all heavy foods and eating light, refreshing fresh foods.  It also means that you eat less during your cleanse.

Following a cleansing diet is important because the less energy your body needs for digestion, the more it can use for cleansing.

4.  Not Eating Enough Fiber

Fiber is like a broom that helps sweep out the intestines.  With the exception of cleanses that call for fasting, your cleanse should include extra fiber.  This is usually in the form of a fiber supplement or an extra dose of high fiber foods.

5.  Not Drinking Enough Pure Water

It’s very important to drink plenty of pure water during your cleanse.  Water is the universal solvent and will help your body to release more toxins.  Make sure to use filtered or distilled water and not tap water.

6. BONUS – Not Staying On The Cleanse Long Enough

Getting results on a colon cleanse at home takes time.  Don’t fall into the trap of expecting to undo years of bad eating habits in just a few days.  Be patient and take things step by step.

And now I would like to offer you 3 top colon cleansing recipes that are easy to make and proven to get great results. You can get more details by clicking on the highlighted text.

One of the things about the way our bodies are designed is that they cleanse themselves naturally, without us doing anything to help.  From the cellular level on up the body is constantly clearing toxins that may be potentially harmful.

The colon is no exception.  It is designed to clear and cleanse itself naturally.     And it does so everyday as long as it has the proper conditions.

Unfortunately, over time, the colon’s ability to clear and cleanse itself decreases, but only if we do not maintain the conditions it needs to thrive.   There are 4 major factors that lead to a sluggish colon.

1.  Poor diet – this is a diet that combines high quantities of fried foods, dairy products meats and junk foods with low quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables.

2.  A lack of dietary fiber - since stomach acids don’t liquefy it, fiber is like a broom inside the intestine.    In countries where people get plenty of dietary fiber, colon illness is virtually unheard of.

3.  Stress - anxiety, worry and fear can lead to constipation.

4.  Lack of exercise – getting at least 30 minutes of vigorous exercise (including walking) is necessary to maintain ideal colon health.

When these factors are combined, as they are for many people, slow digestion, constipation, bad breath, skin eruptions and more start appearing.  These are all signs that the colon is not working very well.

That’s when many people turn to colon cleansing for some relief.

During a colon cleanse you support your body to eliminate toxins and restore its functioning.  And you reestablish positive habits that lead naturally to good colon health.

In my experience the best way to make sure you get going with colon cleansing is to learn a few easy ways to do it at home.  Here are 3 top colon cleansing recipes that are easy to make and proven to get great results. You can get more details by clicking on the highlighted text.

As someone who has advocated colon cleansing for years and who has guided 1000s of people through their own colon cleansing process I was shocked to discover what I’m about to share with you here – the dangers of colon cleansers.

One of the basic principles of colon cleansing is to stop consuming anything that might be toxic to your body. The idea is to improve your health, to feel better after you complete a cleanse.   Of course, that’s why most people choose to clean their colon.

And yet, would you believe that many colon cleansing products on the market contain ingredients that can make you sick?

In looking at the ingredient lists of over a little over 100 colon cleanse kits I discovered some things that anyone who wants to colon cleanse, and do it safely, needs to know.

Before I continue, you should know that these cleanse kits were not just the cheap ones from the local pharmacy.  Yes, I included those. But I also looked at cleanses that cost as much as $199.

Here’s a summary of what I found:

First,  in total these colon cleanses contain:

• 18 ingredients with potential side effects, ranging from nausea to immune system disorders.
• 4 known allergy causing foods.
• 2 potent herbs used in potentially dangerous quantities.
• Low quality herbs that may contain pesticides, herbicides, toxic heavy metals and GMOs.

Second,  all of the following ingredients are in these cleanses:

Clay, sugar, chalk, shellac (made from insect eggs), alcohol, animal tissue, chemical drugs, chemical solvents, common sand, fish, milk, soybeans, wheat, wax, and believe it or not, traces of cyanide!

Third, some of these ingredients are also used in making:

Pet food, cat litter, putty, adhesives, diapers, plastics, blackboard chalk, shoe polish, surfboard wax, ammunition, explosives, and fire extinguishers.

If you’re trying to clean your body with a colon cleanse, you don’t want any of that stuff in your system.  

So much for those cleanses claiming to be “natural.”

These are the specific ingredients found in cleanses that you should avoid:

• Apple pectin
• Bentonite clay
• Calcium carbonate
• Carnauba wax
• Dicalcium phosphate
• Food glaze
• Fructose
• Gelatin
• High amalyse corn starch
• Inolin
• Magnesium stearate
• Methylcellulose
• Natural Flavors
• Polyethylene glycol
• Potassium carbonate
• Silicon dioxide
• Titanium dioxide
• Xantham gum
• Fish
• Milk
• Wheat
• Soy

Also, avoid herbal cleanses have potentially unsafe ingredients including:

• Cheaply grown herbs that contain  herbicides, pesticides, heavy metals and fumigants
• Irradiated herbs – these have little medicinal benefit
• Herbs powders from the entire plant instead of only the medicinal part of the plant
• High quantities of senna, a very potent herb which causes peristalsis (bowel motion)

In my opinion, the best ways to avoid the dangers of colon cleansers are to learn how to cleanse through diet and how to make your own homemade colon cleanses with ingredients that you can trust.

Check out our Lifetime Guide to Colon Health for some great recipes and strategies to keep your colon healthy safely.  You can get more details by clicking on the highlighted text.