An article from The Townsend Letter for Doctors
I invite all of you who have an interest in Oasis Colonics to read Colonics: Forbidden Medicine by Thomas Dorman, MDfrom Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, July 2004.Click Townsend Letter to read article.And while you're here, if you haven't yet done so, be sure to read my archived post Colon Hydrotherapy Explained for an intro to colonics.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Brussel Sprouts Detoxify
Here is a recent excerpt from The World's Healthiest Foods Weekly Newsletter:
Did you know that the phytonutrients found in cruciferous vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, and kale, actually signal our genes to increase production of enzymes involved in detoxification? For about 20 years, we've known that many phytonutrients work as antioxidants to disarm free radicals before they can damage DNA, cell membranes and fat-containing molecules such as cholesterol. Now, research is revealing that phytonutrients in cruciferous vegetables, like Brussels sprouts, work at a much deeper level. The phytonutrients in crucifers initiate an intricate dance inside our cells in which gene response elements direct and balance the steps among dozens of detoxification enzyme partners, each performing its own protective role in perfect balance with the other dancers. The natural synergy that results optimizes our cells' ability to disarm and clear free radicals and toxins, including potential carcinogens— one reason why cruciferous vegetables appear to lower our risk of cancer more effectively than any other vegetables or fruits.
So, while Brussels sprouts may be miniature in size, they are giants when it comes to helping to protect cellular structures and DNA from the damage caused by free radicals.
Did you know that the phytonutrients found in cruciferous vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, and kale, actually signal our genes to increase production of enzymes involved in detoxification? For about 20 years, we've known that many phytonutrients work as antioxidants to disarm free radicals before they can damage DNA, cell membranes and fat-containing molecules such as cholesterol. Now, research is revealing that phytonutrients in cruciferous vegetables, like Brussels sprouts, work at a much deeper level. The phytonutrients in crucifers initiate an intricate dance inside our cells in which gene response elements direct and balance the steps among dozens of detoxification enzyme partners, each performing its own protective role in perfect balance with the other dancers. The natural synergy that results optimizes our cells' ability to disarm and clear free radicals and toxins, including potential carcinogens— one reason why cruciferous vegetables appear to lower our risk of cancer more effectively than any other vegetables or fruits.
So, while Brussels sprouts may be miniature in size, they are giants when it comes to helping to protect cellular structures and DNA from the damage caused by free radicals.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Colonoscopy Used to Evaluate Colon Disorder
Colonoscopy is an important diagnostic procedure undertaken to evaluate colon disorder.
According to Dotolo Research: "Colon hydrotherapy is an effective means of cleansing the large bowel in cases undergoing colonoscopy. It is more effective than the use of either oral mannitol or magnesium sulfate as a means of cleansing the large intestines prior to colonoscopy."
According to Dotolo Research: "Colon hydrotherapy is an effective means of cleansing the large bowel in cases undergoing colonoscopy. It is more effective than the use of either oral mannitol or magnesium sulfate as a means of cleansing the large intestines prior to colonoscopy."
Contact Oasis Colonics to learn more.
Feed Your Gut With Probiotics
Supplementing With Probiotics:
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Maintains ideal "good" to "other" bacteria ratio by promoting the optimal environment for the growth of good bacteria
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Supports production of B vitamins, especially folic acid and biotin, and vitamin K
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Promotes mineral absorption
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Supports protein and carbohydrate digestion via probiotic enzymes
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Aids metabolism and the breakdown of toxins
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Helps maintain appropriate bowel transit time
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Supports immune system function by helping remove toxins
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Produces lactic acid in support of digestive processes and colon pH balance
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Helps maintain serum lipid and blood pressure levels in the healthy range
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Supports normal immune response
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Helps promote oral health
Colon Hydrotherapy supports the proliferation of friendly bacteria by "cleaning up the neighborhood"!
Click Oasis Colonics in Portland, Oregon for prices and information .
Friday, February 13, 2009
Would Colonics Benefit You?
Today's diets often consist of refined, processed foods, high in saturated fats and low in fiber. Eating these foods, overeating, ignoring the call to eliminate, stress, allergies, and medications can contribute to poor colon health. The colon contains the largest concentration of bacteria in the body. Waste material allowed to stagnate alters the proportion of friendly bacteria to unfriendly bacteria, disrupting the balance of microorganisms essential to the health of the colon and the body in general. Symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, gas and bloating, or gastrointestinal pain may alert you to colon distress. In such cases, it may be necessary to consult a physician.
Colon Hydrotherapy may be valuable in minimizing the effects of both dietary and environmental stresses and toxins that bombard us on a regular basis and can lead to immune system imbalances. The portion of the immune system residing in the intestine may rejuvenate once toxic waste materials are removed. In the case of a serious heart condition or acute inflammatory conditions of the colon such as diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease, your physician can best determine the appropriateness of the procedure.
Be sure to read my archived post Colon Hydrotherapy Explained for an intro to colonics .
Colon Hydrotherapy may be valuable in minimizing the effects of both dietary and environmental stresses and toxins that bombard us on a regular basis and can lead to immune system imbalances. The portion of the immune system residing in the intestine may rejuvenate once toxic waste materials are removed. In the case of a serious heart condition or acute inflammatory conditions of the colon such as diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease, your physician can best determine the appropriateness of the procedure.
Be sure to read my archived post Colon Hydrotherapy Explained for an intro to colonics .
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Fiber Promotes Proliferation of Friendly Bacteria
Dr Joseph Mercola reminds us...
A diet rich in fiber:
~ Can contribute to a sense of fullness which may prevent over-eating and help you regulate your weight.
~ Can promote the growth of your healthy bacteria and the food they need to thrive, which may help enhance your immune system’s ability to promote good immune health.
~ Can slow your absorption of sugars, which has the potential to promote healthy blood glucose levels.
~ Can add "bulk" to your stool as it supports regularity and elimination.
Read more...
A diet rich in fiber:
~ Can contribute to a sense of fullness which may prevent over-eating and help you regulate your weight.
~ Can promote the growth of your healthy bacteria and the food they need to thrive, which may help enhance your immune system’s ability to promote good immune health.
~ Can slow your absorption of sugars, which has the potential to promote healthy blood glucose levels.
~ Can add "bulk" to your stool as it supports regularity and elimination.
Read more...
Noteworthy Comment
Fellow Blogger Sophia posts:
"Colon hydrotherapy treatment is painless and relaxing. People find it affordable, effortless and easy. Colon hydrotherapy is one of the most efficient ways to improve your health. This cleanse improves the function of all the organs of your body resulting in more energy and vitality, subsequently rejuvenating the immune system."
Amen, Sophia! Thanks for posting your comment.
10 Reasons To Get Colonics
Click Oasis Colonics in Portland, Oregon for prices and information .
"Colon hydrotherapy treatment is painless and relaxing. People find it affordable, effortless and easy. Colon hydrotherapy is one of the most efficient ways to improve your health. This cleanse improves the function of all the organs of your body resulting in more energy and vitality, subsequently rejuvenating the immune system."
Amen, Sophia! Thanks for posting your comment.
10 Reasons To Get Colonics
- Internal poisons can cause wrinkles, blemishes, psoriasis, eczema and liver spots.
- Impacted waste disturbs mental function and hastens dementia.
- A toxic colon can cause acidosis, bloating and yeast infections.
- Decreased bowel activity can cause foul breath and bad teeth.
- An unhealthy colon can be related to arthritis and joint pain.
- A congested lower bowel can cause back pain, migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, colitis and diverticulitis.
- An inactive colon can cause weight gain and slow weight loss.
- Toxins, such as phenol, ammonia, indol, scatole, cresol, cadaverin, botulin, butyric acid, neurin, sepsin, and many other highly active poisons, found in a low functioning colon, can increase the risk of cancer by at least 75%.
- Waste in the colon putrefies, creates gas, and slows elimination.
- A toxic bowel can weaken and cause stress to the heart.
Click Oasis Colonics in Portland, Oregon for prices and information .
Monday, February 9, 2009
Colon Hydrotherapy Verified by Medical Professionals
Board Certified Gastrointestinal Surgeon Dr. Leonard Smith Endorses Colon Hydrotherapy
Medical Journalist Report
Value of Colon Hydrotherapy Verified by Medical Professionals
by Morton Walker, DPM
Read more...
Medical Journalist Report
Value of Colon Hydrotherapy Verified by Medical Professionals
by Morton Walker, DPM
Read more...
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Colonics: Forbidden Medicine
Article from The Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients ~~ Colonics: Forbidden Medicine ~~ Thomas Dorman, MD
I invite all of you who have an interest in Oasis Colonics to read Colonics: Forbidden Medicine by Thomas Dorman, MD from Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, July 2004.
Click Townsend Letter to read article. And while you're here, if you haven't yet done so, be sure to read my archived post Colon Hydrotherapy Explained for an intro to colonics .
I invite all of you who have an interest in Oasis Colonics to read Colonics: Forbidden Medicine by Thomas Dorman, MD from Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, July 2004.
Click Townsend Letter to read article. And while you're here, if you haven't yet done so, be sure to read my archived post Colon Hydrotherapy Explained for an intro to colonics .
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Gut Wisdom
Alyce Sorokie's book entitled Gut Wisdom contains pearls of wisdom. She writes, "Hydrotherapy is the therapeutic use of water to treat physical and emotional disease and discomfort." p. 131
Ms. Sorokie lists some "befriending gifts of Colon Hydrotherapy". She reminds us that colonics promote detoxification, exercise colon muscles, stimulate colon reflex points, promote body awareness, emotional clearing, happy hormones and psychological inspiration.
Get colonics at Oasis Colonics in Portland, Oregon. More information HERE.
Ms. Sorokie lists some "befriending gifts of Colon Hydrotherapy". She reminds us that colonics promote detoxification, exercise colon muscles, stimulate colon reflex points, promote body awareness, emotional clearing, happy hormones and psychological inspiration.
Get colonics at Oasis Colonics in Portland, Oregon. More information HERE.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Differences Between "Open" and "Closed" Colonics
People often ask me what the difference is between the "Open" and "Closed" colonic systems.
Colon Hydrotherapy uses specific equipment to introduce water into the large intestine, or colon, in order to release waste. “Hydro” means water; colon hydrotherapy is a form of water therapy. Colonic systems introduce water into the colon or large intestine, and allow water and waste to exit. In colonics water has the potential to reach the cecum or beginning of the ascending colon.
Two kinds of equipment exist. One is the “closed-tube” system. The other is the “open-basin” system. They are commonly refered to as "Closed" and "Open" systems.
Water filters are used with both types of equipment. Equipment can have from two to six filters. UV light and activated carbon/charcoal filters are also used additionally with some equipment. Water temperature is controlled with the temperature gauge. The water is generally kept close to body temperature. Water can be used at warmer and cooler temperatures for additional therapeutic effects. Both systems involve plumbing of water and waste lines according to code. Most equipment is FDA approved.
Closed Colon Hydrotherapy System
With the closed-tube system, the water pressure can be adjusted for each inflow. This means water enters the colon very slowly or potentially less than 1/2 psi (pound per square inch). The time of one session typically ranges from 40-65 minutes. The speculum is the instrument that is inserted into the anus, and allows the water to flow in and out. The speculum is appox. 3/4" in diameter. It is gently inserted 2-3 inches into the colon. It comfortably holds the anus open during the session, thereby removing the need for the recipient to push the waste out. The water line connects to the incoming water line on the equipment, and the waste line attaches to an illuminated glass viewing tube that allows for observation of what is eliminated. The waste goes out the speculum into the disposable waste line, then empties directly into the sewer system after passing through the view tube. The waste is "closed" to the air, hence the term "closed-system". The recipient remains on the treatment table throughout the process. A professional therapist administers the colon hydrotherapy session, and is present during the entire session. The sessions consist of a series of inflows and outflows that can be accompanied by abdominal massage. Many people prefer the closed-system above any other method of colon entero-lavage.
Open Colon Hydrotherapy System
With the open-basin system, the table on which the client rests has a basin set into it. The equipment is plumbed to the sewer system from the bottom of the basin. The client's hips are at the edge of the basin so intestinal waste may fall easily into it. The waste is "open" to the air, hence the term "open-system". Water comes from a gravity tank system and/or a pressure system set in a cabinet at the foot or side of the table. Tubing connects the tank with the speculum. The equipment is designed so that either the therapist or the recipient may administer the session. Water pressure is regulated. The maximum pressure is 1.4 psi in gravity mode and 3 psi for pressure flow. The speculum for the open-basin system is narrower than a pencil in diameter and 4 - 10” long. It goes into the anus about 2 - 4". The recipient pushes when he/she feels the urge to defecate. The water and waste are expelled around the tube and into the basin. The recipient can also choose to retain water in the colon during the session. For the open-basin system, the client remains one position to accommodate the basin. The open-basin works particularly well with spina bifida, paraplegics and quadriplegics or any other population that has extremely loose sphincters muscles.
Conclusion
Besides helping with constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, excess gas and eliminating parasites, other therapeutic uses for colon hydrotherapy include restoring muscle tone, stimulating lymph, calming the nervous system, relieving and restoring the immune and endocrine system, re-positioning the intestines, hydrating, warming or overcoming hypothermia, jump-starting the GI tract, assisting during a life-style change, drug detoxing, pre-surgery, before a barium x-ray, endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, releasing toxic emotions and counter-acting the effect of pain medicine on peristalsis.
Each person should feel free to explore and experiment to find which system works best in their situation. It requires time, energy, perseverance, discipline, trial and error and a sense of humor to cleanse effectively and thoroughly. People must also work with diet, fluid, exercise, herbs and attitude to help promote the loosening of waste. Sometimes it takes a long time to cleanse the GI tract, heal the walls and restore peristalsis.
Colon Hydrotherapy uses specific equipment to introduce water into the large intestine, or colon, in order to release waste. “Hydro” means water; colon hydrotherapy is a form of water therapy. Colonic systems introduce water into the colon or large intestine, and allow water and waste to exit. In colonics water has the potential to reach the cecum or beginning of the ascending colon.
Two kinds of equipment exist. One is the “closed-tube” system. The other is the “open-basin” system. They are commonly refered to as "Closed" and "Open" systems.
Water filters are used with both types of equipment. Equipment can have from two to six filters. UV light and activated carbon/charcoal filters are also used additionally with some equipment. Water temperature is controlled with the temperature gauge. The water is generally kept close to body temperature. Water can be used at warmer and cooler temperatures for additional therapeutic effects. Both systems involve plumbing of water and waste lines according to code. Most equipment is FDA approved.
Closed Colon Hydrotherapy System
With the closed-tube system, the water pressure can be adjusted for each inflow. This means water enters the colon very slowly or potentially less than 1/2 psi (pound per square inch). The time of one session typically ranges from 40-65 minutes. The speculum is the instrument that is inserted into the anus, and allows the water to flow in and out. The speculum is appox. 3/4" in diameter. It is gently inserted 2-3 inches into the colon. It comfortably holds the anus open during the session, thereby removing the need for the recipient to push the waste out. The water line connects to the incoming water line on the equipment, and the waste line attaches to an illuminated glass viewing tube that allows for observation of what is eliminated. The waste goes out the speculum into the disposable waste line, then empties directly into the sewer system after passing through the view tube. The waste is "closed" to the air, hence the term "closed-system". The recipient remains on the treatment table throughout the process. A professional therapist administers the colon hydrotherapy session, and is present during the entire session. The sessions consist of a series of inflows and outflows that can be accompanied by abdominal massage. Many people prefer the closed-system above any other method of colon entero-lavage.
Open Colon Hydrotherapy System
With the open-basin system, the table on which the client rests has a basin set into it. The equipment is plumbed to the sewer system from the bottom of the basin. The client's hips are at the edge of the basin so intestinal waste may fall easily into it. The waste is "open" to the air, hence the term "open-system". Water comes from a gravity tank system and/or a pressure system set in a cabinet at the foot or side of the table. Tubing connects the tank with the speculum. The equipment is designed so that either the therapist or the recipient may administer the session. Water pressure is regulated. The maximum pressure is 1.4 psi in gravity mode and 3 psi for pressure flow. The speculum for the open-basin system is narrower than a pencil in diameter and 4 - 10” long. It goes into the anus about 2 - 4". The recipient pushes when he/she feels the urge to defecate. The water and waste are expelled around the tube and into the basin. The recipient can also choose to retain water in the colon during the session. For the open-basin system, the client remains one position to accommodate the basin. The open-basin works particularly well with spina bifida, paraplegics and quadriplegics or any other population that has extremely loose sphincters muscles.
Conclusion
Besides helping with constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, excess gas and eliminating parasites, other therapeutic uses for colon hydrotherapy include restoring muscle tone, stimulating lymph, calming the nervous system, relieving and restoring the immune and endocrine system, re-positioning the intestines, hydrating, warming or overcoming hypothermia, jump-starting the GI tract, assisting during a life-style change, drug detoxing, pre-surgery, before a barium x-ray, endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, releasing toxic emotions and counter-acting the effect of pain medicine on peristalsis.
Each person should feel free to explore and experiment to find which system works best in their situation. It requires time, energy, perseverance, discipline, trial and error and a sense of humor to cleanse effectively and thoroughly. People must also work with diet, fluid, exercise, herbs and attitude to help promote the loosening of waste. Sometimes it takes a long time to cleanse the GI tract, heal the walls and restore peristalsis.
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