Anyone ever clean the COLON!?!?!

 That's right.... has anyone ever taken a colon cleansing system.  I am thinking of doing it.  Weight loss, more energy, clean liver... I am going to a whole foods dealer tomorrow.  What do you guys think?? Morgan

Morgan, I have never done it. I think there are pros and cons to it. Have you had surgery yet? Sorry it's too early in the morning to remember. I definately would not do it if you have had the surgery. Let me know how it goes as your colon blows. LOL LOL (Sorry)  Rita

Morgan, most of those contain herbal ingredients that may be contraindicated before either anesthesia or surgery. I would be sure to check the ingredients and run them by your surgeon and anesthesiologist before doing this. Most are generally more hype than any actual effect, too.

If your going to do a colon cleanse I would sugest the shaklee system. it works great. I used thier products for 6  months to help with my IBS. after the 6 months i had to quit due to finacial, it seems a little costly.. but well worth it.. even not taking it anymore i rarely have problems anymore with the ibs. good luck

Morgan, see THIS LINK and THIS LINK before proceeding.

Thanks guys... I think if I do it, I will do a short term one.  Like 7 days.  Thanks Again!!! Morgan

Oprah did like a 21 day clense.....I really don't see much difference in her....My sister did a long one too with the same results as Oprah....There are good and bad in all of that stuff...Mainly I think a good spinich salad does a great job on me and a whole lot cheaper! Maybe I should read more on them....Good luck Morgan!   Sherry Oh and my one piece of advice....stay close to home!!!!

Hi, Sherri!  Do you plan to be at Applebee's tonight?  I hope so...I'm looking forward to meeting you.  Debbie

COLON?  I don't even clean the toilet..... 

Things like sienna and a few other herbs are just laxatives-licorace is another natural laxative.  Too harsh of a cleanse will remove the good bacteria as well.

The best cleanse in my opnion is water (or herbal tea) and lots of sweaty exercise.  Clean your colon out with fiber in lots of fresh fruits and veggies.  There really is no substitute for heatlhy eating.

Ever ha a colonoscopy??  Colon cleansing is not all it's cracked up to be!  lol I like Dr. Oz and he says that there is no difference in people who do the colon cleanse and those who don't...it's your diet that makes the difference.  I am surprised Oprah did one because I am sure Dr. Oz told her the true tests do not show a benefit.  Maybe she did it before he spoke about the issue???  He said eat right and drink your water and you will be better off.  Just my little 2 cents!  lol  And if you ever do need a colonoscopy don't let your husband call the cable guy to come out and do some wiring on the day of your prep like mine did!!!!!  I wanted everyone out of the house that day...in fact...a hotel room might be in order...lol