Monday, December 22, 2008

Forget the Hype. Are Colon Cleansers Effective Weight loss Tools?

By Dorthy Weatherbush

If a person maintains a healthy diet then usually regular bowel movements are not a problem. However, the majority of the world does not eat as healthy as they should. If used properly, colon cleansers can be a wonderful tool to becoming healthier. However, they can also be misused to lose weight that should not be lost.

Some researchers estimate that most of us have anywhere from 3 to 15 pounds of undigested fecal matter in our colons. This toxic matter can slow down your metabolism; make you more susceptible for allergies; give you constipation, gas, indigestion, and acid reflux; and make it difficult for your body to absorb nutrients. If you are dealing with some of these symptoms then it could be time for you to detoxify your body. The best natural cleansing is to use all natural herbal products that are designed and formulated to cleanse the colon, detoxify the liver, and restore normal bowel function. Most people feel a renewal of energy after detoxification. Cleansing gone wrong would result in feeling washed-out and weakened.

It's when people decide to use colon cleansers as a weight loss tool that things become "ugly." First of all, if you have a lot of weight to lose, then colon cleansing is not your answer. An initial cleanse will only result in about 4-8 pounds lost. After that, you will simply be eliminating everything you eat, nutrients and all. This is not healthy. Using an herbal remedy for colon cleansing, you could jump-start your weight loss journey with a clean colon. Maintaining a healthy diet after cleaning out your colon would be a safer choice.

It is important to note that colon cleansing is not a quick fix solution; rather it is a subtle shift in how you feel about yourself and who you are. After your cleanse, you should focus on consuming foods high in fiber. If you were expecting an over night miracle, then this may be a little disappointing. Colon Cleansers are not a quick turn solution to help you lose weight.

Think of your body as a sponge. When using that sponge in the course of a day, it can get really dirty and dingy. Now what happens when you run water over the sponge in an effort to rinse it out? The debris and dirt fall away from the sponge down the drain. If you squeeze the sponge, even more of the residue is released. Well, the same is true of our bodies. Yes, a colon cleanse may cause insignificant weight loss but think about the lasting benefits of having all of the gunk out of you.

Do you still think that colon cleaners are a great weight loss tool? If so, you have seen way to many infomercials and have been misled. If you and your doctor agree that a colon cleanse is right for you then by all means give one a go however if you are simply are trying to fit into that party dress or those jeans, then you are in for a rude awakening. While most cleansers are safe, you'd be better served disregarding the hype and following a trust and proven diet program for weight loss results. - 16463

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