Does feeling constipated or having diarrhea bother you often? Just sit back and think about your toilet habits. No matter how minor your symptoms are, what’s happening inside your colon leading to constipation or diarrhea could be more than just food-related. In fact, trying to control your diet doesn’t help much considering our hectic lifestyle nowadays. Feeling fatigued, nauseous and bloated too? They could all be related to your colon, the last place where you would think all of these problems are coming from. If these problems have been occurring frequently, it’s time for a colon cleansing.
Colon cleansing is a method of removing toxins, impacted faeces, undigested food buildups, harmful bacteria as well as parasites from your colon. It could be performed via several ways. The most common one is the intake of certain supplements which can aid in the colon’s cleansing process where it will stimulate the colon to expel all its harmful contents. Another method is by flushing the colon with water accompanied by a massage on your abdomen which will have similar effects on your colon.
Our present food intake and lifestyle puts us at risk of various diseases affecting the colon, namely inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel disease, colonic cancer, diverticulosis and fecal impaction which can lead to fecal incontinence, an inability to control your bowel movements which can be a very upsetting and distressing problem.
Inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel disease encompasses a wide range of symptoms, from lower abdominal cramps which are relieved by defecation to bloating. Some people experience alternating episodes of constipation and diarrhea, while others have predominantly constipation or predominantly diarrhea. Regardless of the symptoms, colon cleansing can not only help to flush out all the irritable waste but also improves the nerve supply of the bowel which causes it to improve the bowel motility and normalize the contraction waves of the colon which in turn relieves the symptoms of constipation and diarrhea.
As for colorectal cancer, it is a disease which is becoming increasingly common in our country. In the Western countries it is the second cause of cancer deaths, while in Malaysia, it is less dominant than lung cancer. However, the numbers of colon cancer cases are on the rise and without early prevention through colon cleansing, the effects can be devastating. Consumption of red meat containing high saturated fat and protein which form carcinogenic amines during cooking can also accumulate inside the colon, causing an increased risk for colon cancer.
Diverticulosis is a disease where an inflammation of the colonic wall occurs, where it can weaken which leads to thickening of the colon wall, narrowing of the colon and eventual obstruction. It is common in middle-aged people, presenting as pain in the lower part of the abdomen or towards your left lower abdomen. It is usually caused by impacted faeces, which is another reason why colon cleansing can be beneficial. Faecal impaction can even cause perforation and bleeding from pressure-induced ulceration. Worst-case scenario will be when faecal incontinence develops, where you will lose control of passing stools. Management of this is very difficult, and sphincter repair surgery can be an option.
Colon cleansing should be a preventive measure of choice in order to protect your colon from all these diseases. However, if you experience finding blood in your stools or while passing motion or a painful, constant desire to defecate, it could be a sign of a more serious condition where you should see a physician immediately. Otherwise, start colon cleansing as early as possible in order to maintain a good bowel and general health.
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