Why You Need To Cleanse Your Colon
Do you
have allergies, constipation, diarrhea, skin
problems, headaches, fatigue, halitosis, bloat, lower
backache, poor digestion, sluggishness, weight gain, or
depression?
If you
have any of these symptoms, then you are probably
among the millions suffering from colon problems. Some
believe that colon cleansing is beneficial, while others
suggest that this kind of purging can be destructive.
They believe
that the body will eliminate waste on its own
at its own time.
The colon is made of six parts.
These parts
are called transverse, ascending and descending,
ileocecal and cecum valves, the rectum, and the anus. These
parts rid the body of toxins from food or the environment.
The colon
transfers nutrients into the blood stream through
the walls of the large intestine, while pushing out waste.
Digestive
enzymes are released, the stool absorbs water, and
many muscles and microorganisms work to maintain the
digestive system. You can keep your colon’s functions
working well by drinking lots of water, eating healthy,
exercising and getting lots of sleep.
The average
person carries 7 to 25 pounds of fecal matter
lodged in their intestines. Food transit time ranges from 75
to 100 hours. A normal colon is about 5 ft long and 2.5 in
diameters. Healthy bowel movements should occur 1-3 times
daily.
Colon conditions
to be concerned about are irritable bowel
syndrome, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, polyps,
tumors, bleeding, hemorrhoids, abnormal growth, and
fissures. If you have any of these conditions, see a doctor
right away. Colorectal cancer starts in the cells that line
the inside of the colon or rectum.
Colorectal
cancer may not cause any signs or symptoms. The
stomach has lots of room for a tumor to grow unnoticed at
first. You may only notice once there is blood and then
blockage.
Symptoms
of colorectal cancer include a change in bowel
habits, blood in the stool, diarrhea or constipation, narrow
stools, Gas, bloating, or cramps, weight loss, lethargy, and
vomiting.
People
over age 50 are at risk for colorectal cancer,
especially if there is a family history of the disease. A
high fat diet, alcohol consumption, smoking, and inactivity
can also put a person at risk.
The best
remedy is to get regular check-ups and make sure to
get colon screenings particularly if you are over 50. Just
remember cancer has no age limits and can affect people of
all ages. I hope you have learned a little more about the
colon and how to keep it healthy and clean for optimum
living today and in the future.