Tuesday, December 30, 2008

The Ugly Truth about Colon Cleansers

By Dorthy Weatherbush

Eating healthy is the key to maintaining a properly functioning colon. The reality is that in our fast paced environment, many of us do not eat the way we know we should. Given this fact, some have found colon cleansing products a quick fix to a healthier lifestyle. While there are some benefits to using colon cleansers, these agents can also be misapplied as a solution to weight gain and this is not a proper use of them.

If you are a healthy person, you should be experiencing a healthy bowel movement at least once a day. If this does not describe you then perhaps it is time for a colon cleanse. When choosing a cleansing product, it is always a wise choice to stick with a more natural herbal cleansing solution. You will find that these cleanses have a more immediate impact on increasing your metabolism, boosting your energy and helping your body absorb many of the nutrients it lacks. When you have completed your cleanse, it is important to note that you should feel lighter and resume normal bowel functions.

One of the scariest trends today is the use of colon cleansers as a dieting program. This is the sad reality of the infomercial society in which we live. Any one that is telling you that you can lose 8 or more pounds after being on an intense cleanse, is really pulling your leg. At most you might lose 3 - 5 pounds, however the maintenance of a healthy diet and weight loss program is demanding. For colon cleansers to be effective, you have to decide that you are going to make a change in your eating habits.

It is important to note that colon cleansing is not a quick fix solution; rather it is a subtle shift in how you feel about yourself and who you are. After your cleanse, you should focus on consuming foods high in fiber. If you were expecting an over night miracle, then this may be a little disappointing. Colon Cleansers are not a quick turn solution to help you lose weight.

Think of your body as a sponge. When using that sponge in the course of a day, it can get really dirty and dingy. Now what happens when you run water over the sponge in an effort to rinse it out? The debris and dirt fall away from the sponge down the drain. If you squeeze the sponge, even more of the residue is released. Well, the same is true of our bodies. Yes, a colon cleanse may cause insignificant weight loss but think about the lasting benefits of having all of the gunk out of you.

So in an effort to respond to the question, are colon cleansers safe, yes most of them are safe however they can be harmful if not properly followed and supervised under a doctor's care. On the other hand, if you are simply trying a colon cleanse simply to lose weight then you are under a false impression and are taking a colon cleanser for the wrong reason. It would be in your best interest to identify a proven diet program and follow it to the letter versus following some claim made on late night television. - 15343

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