Re: foods that cleans

Hi Hermit,

Yep, cascara sagrada is another one of those laxative herbs... although not as bad as senna. Getting off laxatives can be very tricky. A series of colonics is one of the most effective ways of doing this because it not only allows for elimination of waste, but also helps to re-establish normal peristalsis by hydrating and toning the bowel. Enemas can help, but are not nearly as effective. Cape aloe...the green part, not the clear liquid...are a safer alternative herb and some people respond well to it, although I have also read some debate that this too could become habit-forming. Also, go to the Bowel Cleanse Archive forum and scroll about half way down to my post on the CAUSES OF CONSTIPATION. Making adjustments to diet, water intake, exercise etc. can go along way at improving the functioning of the digestive system.