Re: !Important! Re: Bentonite Herb Cleanse results problem

Hi Uniquity,

On this one I've got to disagree with you. I am a colon hydrotherapist (not practising at the moment) and I have seen many people for colonics as a result of constipation due to dependence on herbal laxatives...and it CAN occur in a short period of time; 2-3 weeks. Having done just about every Colon Cleanse on the market myself to see how they compared so that I could make recommendations to clients, I have myself experienced this problem. I will also add that this class of herbs are not only stimulants, but also irritants...senna being the strongest.

While stimulation of muscle fiber does strenthen muscles, there is a point where overstimulation can occur and this results in weakening of the muscle tissue...not strengthening. In addition, during athletic muscle bulking there is a need for a very high intake of nutrients and protein, while during a Colon Cleanse with herbs that result in diarrhea the person is loosing nutrients. Also, the action of the colon is comprised of a series of contraction and relaxation of muscle, much like an undulating snake. A stimulated muscle will contract, but relaxation may become a problem if this contacted state has persisted for a period of time.

And an additional problem with these herbs is a condition called melanosis coli. Although most references have suggested that this is a harmless and reversible condition, a more recent study (I believe it's out of Denmark, will have to dig for the article) suggests that melanisis coli may be a pre-cancerous condition. Here is a link with pics and info:

http://www.gicare.com/pated/eicnafmc.htm

Regarding enemas and colonics, both will help to clear out fecal matter, both will help to hydrate the body...although colonics do this much more efffectively, and colonics can help to retrain the bowel muscle so that one becomes regular again after laxative dependence. And as far as people panicking...I think that a lot of the problem is that people begin to feel so crummy when they become constipated. This isn't just a case of 'psychological hysteria'....they want to get going again because they physically feel bad and are becoming toxic again.
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