It 'was advertised as a natural way to improve your health and cleanse the soul. But doctors are finding a method known as colon cleansing can cause dangerous side effects.
Cleaning the colon, technically known as colon hydrotherapy or colonic irrigation, is a popular treatment, usually performed in spas. It often involves the use of chemicals in the body and hydrotherapy, the colon is cleaned with water through a tube inserted into the rectum.
But the home remedies are also available orally and has become popular, especially on the Internet. Now, researchers from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, say there is no evidence any of the cleaning and treatment of colon hurts, when used, can cause seizures, kidney failure and, in extreme cases, death.
"There may be serious consequences for those involved in colon cleansing, if they have the procedure done at a spa or run it at home," said lead author, Dr. Ranita Mishor, a doctor of family medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine. "The cleaning of the colon in the form of laxatives, teas, powders and capsules ... all the benefits that do not exist."
Mayo is not a fan of cleaning medical
Although colon cleansing has existed for centuries as a way to rid your body of unwanted toxins, the American Medical Association, founded in the 1900s that the procedure was invalid, and there was no evidence of working methods. And although there is still no evidence of these products do what they claim is the colon cleansing has made a comeback, especially since the manufacturers claim it helps people to lose weight .
"If this method was the key to losing weight, it would be surprising. But there is no evidence that helps you lose weight," says Mishor. "The manufacturers do not describe how it works. The states are a little sparse. They say it will improve your immune system, metabolism, give you energy.'s Pretty vague. Some people swear by it, but could be a placebo effect. And companies can make such requests because the federal government does not regulate their products. "
Do not expect miracles, but I like my own
According to a report published this week in the journal Family Practice, Mishor and his colleagues examined 20 studies published in medical literature over the past 10 years.
Although the researchers said, these reports have shown little evidence of the benefits of colon cleansing has been a series of side effects reported with the use of these cleaning methods. These effects were cramps, bloating, nausea, vomiting, electrolyte disturbances and renal failure. And in some cases, the ingredients toxic remedies.
"Some herbal preparations have been associated with aplastic anemia and liver toxicity," said Mishor.
The researchers also noted that many "passport" which offers colon cleansing has not trained clinicians and even organizations like the National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy and others that promote colon cleansing requires technicians who perform colon cleaning professional to have suffered more than a high school diploma.
"When cleaning your colon with a hose, is like giving an enema on steroids. You should not put things there that really should not be here," said Mishor. "Imagine 60 liters of water through the colon. The tension is placed on system, and the pipe, if not used properly, can penetrate the body. "
What home remedies, Mishor says there is no need. "We have reason pee and poop. If you are a healthy person, the body does it for you."
When asked what was the best way to cleanse the body, Mishor soon react.
"Eat a balanced diet, regular exercise," she said, "Get six to eight hours of sleep and see a doctor regularly. But nobody wants to do, "she said indignantly." But they want to use a hose to rinse! The use of these methods are weak. And what is scary is that we only looked at cases that have been reported to hospitals and doctors. Imagine all the people using these products and methods and side effects and never go to the hospital. We do not know about them. The numbers can be overwhelming. "
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