Today's diet consists in great part of refined, processed foods, high in saturated fats and low in fiber. Eating these foods, overeating, ignoring the call to eliminate, stress, allergies, medications, lack of exercise and environmental toxins can contribute to overacidity in the body, sluggishness, poor digestion, respiratory and skin problems and poor colon health. The colon contains the largest concentration of bacteria in the body. Waste matter that stagnates alters the proportion of healthy vs. harmful bacteria disrupting the balance of the healthy microorganisms that are essential to the health of the colon and the body in general. Symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, IBS, gas and bloating, body odor, fatigue and bad breath may occur. Regular colonics help to keep your digestive system, kidneys and liver functioning properly which helps your body to cleanse and eliminate regularly on its own.

How Do I Know If I Need A Colonic?
Proper colon function entails having one bowel movement for every meal you consume. If you eliminate once or less per day, the waste backs up and becomes toxic in your colon. What would happen if you didn't empty your garbage can for months and you just kept throwing more and more food on top of the old? The same thing happens with a clogged colon. The toxic wastes have nowhere else to go so they build up in the bowel and seep into every cell in the body. This lowers our overall feeling of health and vitality. There are very few people who could not benefit from detoxifying the internal body. It can be compared to asking your auto mechanic if the oil in your car ever needs to be serviced or changed.

Procedure
Colon hydrotherapy or colonics can support your body in feeling lighter and more balanced and to facilitate increased absorption of nutrients to better nourish your body. Colon hydrotherapy is the safe and gentle method of cleansing the colon of toxins and accumulated waste matter. A disposable speculum is inserted approximately 2 inches into the rectum. There are 2 tubes extending from the speculum and filtered gravity fed water flows through one of these tubes called the inflow tube into the colon. Once the client attains a "full" feeling the water and the accompanying waste is led out of the outflow tube directly into the septic system. During each cycle of filling and emptying the therapist will gently massage the abdominal area to enhance the releasing process. The gravity colonic system is a closed system which means that nothing is exposed to the air and there is no odor. It is also different from a pressure system in that the water is not pumped or sped up but flows at its natural pace and is infused in a more gentle manner and can be tailored to the individual client's needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the process uncomfortable? ~ No. Most people are pleasantly surprised at how relaxed and peaceful they feel at the end of their session. Minor cramping can sometimes occur as the peristaltic action moves the waste through the colon.

How many colonics should I receive? ~ Improper nutrition and/or excessive stress require patience and time to be successfully turned around. Two to eight sessions are recommended, however, individual needs especially in the event of chronic constipation or sluggish colon may require more. It can take several sessions before the encrusted and dehydrated matter on the colon wall softens enough to be eliminated.

What will colonics do for me? ~ A series of colonics cleanses the large intestine providing relief from and the prevention of constipation and fecal impactions as the large intestine becomes more hydrated. As stagnant matter is removed along with toxic bacteria, gas, mucous and cellular debris absorption and assimilation are increased. Your general well-being is enhanced as the colon muscles tone, peristalsis is stimulated and friendly flora proliferate in a more healthy environment.

What are the indications for a colonic? ~ Constipation, fecal impaction, diarrhea, Atonic colon, intestinal toxemia, bloating/gas, IBS, poor sleep patterns, preparation for a colonoscopy, poor digestion, skin problems/acne, headaches, bad breath, body odor.

What are the contraindications for colonics? ~ Severe renal or heart conditions, GI hemorrhages or perforations, severe hemorrhoids, carcinoma of the colon, fissures, fistulas, pregnancy, abdominal hernias, recent colon surgery, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

Before Your Colonic
We suggest that you eat mainly seasonal or organic fruits, vegetables and grains. The cleansing process will be enhanced if you drink at least half of your body weight in pure filtered water per day. Unless it is medically contraindicated do not eat for 2 hours before your session. On the day of your session eat lightly, mostly fruits, steamed veggies, soups and juices.

After Your Colonic ~ Choose steamed vegetables, fruits, soups, potatoes, some nuts and seeds. Whole grains, cold water fish, and lean organic poultry are also suggested. Chamomile or peppermint tea can be relaxing. You may also want to take extra probiotics like acidophilus, lactobascillus and bifidus.

Foods and Beverages to Avoid Before and After Your Colonic ~ Alcohol, caffeine, carbonated beverages, chocolate, dairy products, fatty or fried food, processed and junk food, red meat, sugar, wheat products, white flour products, gas producing foods like beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onions, brussel sprouts, cabbage and peppers.

Wellville's Modalities That Compliment Hydrotherapy

Castor Oil Packs - external application of castor oil and heat to the abdominal area to help enhance assimilation, elimination and circulation. Helps in breaking down and drawing out colon toxins. $40 (45 minutes)

Therapeutic Massage - enhances circulation and activates the lymphatic system.
$55 (60 minutes) $80 (90 minutes) w/ full body dry skin brushing - add $20

Nutritional Consultation - You are what you eat. Learn the fundamentals of eating a clean, alkaline natural diet. Lose weight and cleanse naturally. Feel vibrantly healthy.
First consultation - $80 (90 minutes)

Ion Detox Foot Bath - While your feet are immersed in a bath of warm water, a series of timed positive and negative ions are emitted by the module. These ions reenergize and gently detoxify the body at its own pace by mobilizing wastes residues that are stored within the body.
1 session - $30 (35 minutes) 3 sessions - $80

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