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Intestine CleanseThe intestine (or bowel) is the segment of the alimentary canal extending from the

mouth via stomach to the anus and consists of two segments, the small intestine and

the large intestine. In humans, the small intestine is further subdivided into the

duodenum, jejunum and ileum while the large intestine is subdivided into the cecum

and colon.

The small intestine in an adult

human measure, on average,

about 5 metres (16 feet), with

a normal range of 3-7 metres.

It is approximately 2.5-3 cm in

diameter. The surface of the

small intestine is increased by

its special structure. Its length

is over 7 metres or 22 feet. If

you were to spread it out, it

would cover over 250 square

metres or almost 2700 square

feet.

Functions of the Small Intestine

Food from the stomach is allowed into the duodenum by a muscle called the pylorusor pyloric sphincter and is then pushed through the small intestine by a process of

muscular-wavelike contractions called peristalsis. The major functions of the small

intestine are as follows:

a) Digestion

The small intestine is where most chemical digestion takes place. Most of the

digestive enzymes that act in the small intestine are secreted by the pancreas

and enter the small intestine via the pancreatic duct.

The three major classes of nutrients that undergo digestion are proteins, lipids

(fats) andcarbohydrates:Proteins andpeptides are degraded intoamino acids.

Lipids (fats) are degraded intofatty acids andglycerol.

Some carbohydrates are degraded into simple sugars or monosaccharides

(e.g.glucose). Pancreatic amylase breaks down some carbohydrates (notably

starch) into oligosaccharides. Other carbohydrates pass undigested into the

large intestine and further handling by intestinal bacteria. Some

carbohydrates, such ascellulose,are not digested at all, despite being made

of multipleglucose units.
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b) Absorption

The small intestine is the site where most of the nutrients from ingested food are

absorbed. The food that remains undigested and unabsorbed passes into the

large intestine.

Absorption of the majority of nutrients takes place in the jejunum, with the

following notable exceptions:

Iron is absorbed in the duodenum.

Vitamin B12 andbile salts are absorbed in theterminal ileum.

Water and lipids are absorbed by passive diffusion throughout the small

intestine.

Sodium is absorbed by active transport and glucose and amino acid co-

transport.

Fructose is absorbed byfacilitated diffusion.

Intestinal problems

Problems with the small intestine can include:

Bleeding

Celiac disease

Crohn's disease

Infections

Intestinal cancer

Intestinal obstruction

Irritable bowel syndrome

Constipation etc.

However, the most common of these problems is constipation and Irritable Bowel

Syndrome. Brief information about them is as follows:

a) Constipation

Chronic constipation and irregularity have become a major problem in present

times. Our diets often consist of highly processed, nutrient and fibre deficient

foods. Many of these foods are not conducive to a healthy digestive system.Constipation means different things to different people. For many people, it

simply means infrequent stools. For others, however, constipation means hard

stools, difficulty passing stools (straining) or a sense of incomplete emptying after

a bowel movement.

The number of bowel movements generally decreases with age. The most

common pattern is one bowel movement a day but this pattern is seen in less

than 50% of people. Moreover, most people are irregular and do not have bowel

movements every day or the same number of bowel movements each day.
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It is important to distinguish acute (recent onset) constipation from chronic (long

duration) constipation. Acute constipation requires urgent assessment because a

serious medical illness may be the underlying cause (for example, tumours of the

colon). Constipation also requires an immediate assessment if it is accompanied

by worrisome symptoms such as rectal,abdominal pain and cramps,nausea andvomiting and involuntary loss of weight. In contrast, the evaluation of chronic

constipation may not be urgent, particularly if simple measures bring relief.

b) Inflammatory Bowel Disease

People with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, the two most common

inflammatory bowel diseases, complaint of abdominal pain and diarrhoea and

sometimes experience anaemia, rectal bleeding, weight loss or other symptoms.

No definitive test exists for either disease and patients endure two initial

misdiagnoses on average. With Crohn's, appendicitis, irritable bowel syndrome,

an ulcer or an infection is often wrongly suspected.

Crohn's involves ulcers that may burrow deep into the tissue lining at any portion

of the GI tract, leading to infection and thickening of the intestinal wall and

blockages that need surgery. Ulcerative colitis, by contrast, afflicts only the colon

and rectum, where it also causes ulcers; colitis is characterized by bleeding and

pus.

Intestine Cleanse

Everybody is not lucky enough to have regular defecation in the morning. Often,people may have difficult and infrequent passage of small hard stools. A low fibre

diet is a risk factor in this case.

Imagine that stools have accumulated inside the intestines. They may be in the form

of a thin film as well, sticking to the walls of the colon. They hamper physical

efficiency, causing a lot of discomfort, irritability, lethargy, bloating, flatulence and

even headaches etc. Cleansing the intestines solves all these problems and greatly

promotes well-being. Some of the techniques used for intestine cleansing are as

under.

i) EnemaOne option is to take enema, in which liquid is passed through a tube

into the rectum to stimulate bowel movements. Constipation linked to a painful

anal disorder may be relieved with a soothing ointment. Enema can be taken by

the patient himself from the comfort of his/her home, preferably without any

external help.

ii) Colon cleanseDoctors observed that enemas do not have sufficient effect and

faecal matter inside the colon and large intestine is hardly cleaned. A colon

cleanse machine costing Rs. 50 lacs was invented. Many colonics were trained.

We now have about 100 such machines in India. They charge Rs. 2500/- for one

colon cleanse session. Most of the patients have found it beneficial.
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Process:The patient sits down on a special chair designed for the purpose at a 45

inclination. His legs are spread at a 30 angle. A single use nozzle of about 1 cm

diameter and 10 inches in length is inserted into the anus with some lubricant.

Water is flowed into the large intestine through this nozzle. The colonic uses a

massager on abdomen to loosen hard faecal matter there. This water is thoroughlypurified by ultraviolet radiation and supplied at body temperature.

A total of about 40 litres of water is pumped inside in 45 minutes. The residue faecal

matter comes out of the anus along the sides of the pipe. All patients feel fresh after

colon cleanse. This process does not clean the small intestine because there is a

valve between the two intestines which prevents matter from going back into the

small intestine from the large intestine.

It is recommended that one does not eat heavy foods two hours prior to the session.

FAQs on Colon Cleanse

Q: What is the Colon Cleanse experience like?

A: A typical session lasts approximately an hour. In the process, after the patient

has comfortably positioned herself/himself on the specially designed Colon

Couch, a gel-lubricated, disposable single-use nozzle is inserted into the

rectum. Carbon filtered and UVray disinfected water is gently infused into the

large bowel to soften and loosen the waste in the colon.

Q: Is Colon Cleanse safe?

A: Yes, it is absolutely safe and there are no side effects.

Q: How many times or how often does one need this cleanse?

A: The number of sessions will depend on individual needs of each patient.

Most people on a standard Indian diet may require a series of six sessions

initially, for a thorough cleansing of the colon. After that an individualised

monthly programme is recommended to keep the colon cleaned and toned.

Q: How does the colon cleanse treatment compare to an enema?

A: Colon Cleanse is a much more comfortable experience where the patientsdignity and privacy is maintained at all times. Unlike an enema, in colon

cleanse the entire length of the colon is cleansed. A single session is said to

be equivalent to 30 enemas.

Colon Cleanse at home (I recommended it because it is Cure Yourself)

I found colon cleanse to be a good cleanse but it has two practical difficulties:

i. The patient has to leave home and go to a colonic.

ii. The colon cleanse administration fee of Rs. 2500/- per session is rather high.


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To overcome this problem I did the following experiment.

I hold a pipe having running water near my anus. The pipe is not inserted inside the

anus but the pressure of the water is sufficient for it to enter the large intestine. Soon

it builds up pressure inside and most of the faecal matter, including old accumulated

junk that has been lying inside the intestine for ages is thrown out. The resultantfreshness is unbelievable.

As regards the frequency of this procedure, I suggest that you do it once.

Subsequently, decide for yourself about the best frequency for you. It is safe once a

week. Doing it daily may remove some of the beneficial bacteria, which help in the

digestion of food, from the intestine.

I discussed this with a doctor who practices colon cleanse in Mumbai, after

undergoing his therapy. I asked him about the ramifications of my experiment. He

had the following observations to make about using a regular jet spray to do this at

home (after each of his observations, I have mentioned my response):

i. The water being sprayed inside is not at the same body temperature.

I confirmed that this is hardly inconvenient in view of the large benefits involved.

ii. He suggested that using regular tap water may transmit some infection, which

may damage the walls of the intestine.

I told him that we use tap water for rinsing our mouths after brushing teeth. We

also eat fresh or stale salads containing raw vegetables washed in regular

water, without suffering any ill effects.

iii. He asked me whether I have experimented with it on myself.

I confirmed that I had, whereupon he admitted that doing this type of colon

cleanse at home is very good for everyone because it takes only 5 minutes,

involves no cost and is very convenient and safe. However, he asked me not to

publicize it.

Colon cleanse through diet

Fruits

Fruits that are rich in fibre easily bulk up and create

extra volume or that act as a natural lubricant are

good choices for colon health.

Mango has long been used as a folk remedy to

relieve constipation, as it possesses laxative

properties.It may be eaten fresh or dried but the

fresh fruit is preferred for the higher mineral and

vitamin content. An unripe mango is especially


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helpful for those with constipation but it may be a bit too tart on the tongue. The fruit

may be cut in strips or planks and can be eaten by itself as a sweet treat or dessert.

Organic apples, grapes, pineapples, papaya and kiwi are good for the entire

digestive system. These fruits not only contain fibre but some also contain valuable

enzymes that help maintain regularity.

Yogurt

Another excellent food which helps restore regularity and

helps the bowel movement is natural, probiotic yogurt. It

is important to choose a yogurt that is minimally

processed, as processed and multi-ingredient yogurts

typically do not give the same benefit.

The majority of common mass marketed probiotic

yogurts are pasteurized and contain many stabilizersand sweetening agents. The abundance of sugars

completely defeat the purpose, since probiotics help reduce the unfriendly effects of

sugar. The healthy floras are many times not able to live through the pasteurization

process.

Fiber rich foods:Plant-based diets containing generous amounts of vegetables, fruits, beans, seeds,

nuts and whole grains are high in fiber, which is the essential, non-digestible

component of food. A high-fiber diet supports a healthy digestive tract by sweeping

debris from the colon, much like a broom. Fiber also holds moisture in the colon,softening the stool. We need both soluble and insoluble fiber for colon cleansing

every day. Soluble fiber dissolves in water whereas insoluble does not. Insoluble

fiber is especially good for improving elimination and preventing constipation.

Soluble fiber increases beneficial bacteria, which produce natural antibiotics that

eliminate potentially harmful bacteria. Consistent levels of healthy intestinal flora can

also help prevent colon cancer. Soluble fiber is also important for binding cholesterol

and aiding its passage through thebody.

Flax seed and oats top the list of foods highest in both soluble and insoluble fiber.

One tablespoon of ground flax seed contains four to six grams of fiber. Other foods

high in soluble fiber include beans, peas, rice, barley, citrus, strawberry and apples.

Foods high in insoluble fiber include whole wheat, rye, brown rice, barley, cabbage,

beets, carrots, Brussels sprouts, turnips, cauliflower and apple (with skin).

Fiber recommendations are between 20 to 35 grams a day, but the modern affluent

diet provides only about 10 g. (High amounts of fiber, however, should be avoided

during inflammatory bowel conditions.) To meet the fiber requirement, consume daily

five or more servings of vegetables and fruits, and six or more of whole grains. A half

cup of fruit or vegetables or one cup of leafy, raw greens makes one serving.


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3) Colon cleanse rejuvenates our entire system by enhancing anti-oxidant activity in

the body thereby slowing the aging process considerably. It is therefore

recommended to go in for regular sessions of Colon Cleanse and maintain a

nutritious diet in order to eliminate all waste and toxins and have a healthy

glowing skin as the secret to beautiful skin is a healthy colon.Cleansing and nourishing are two equally important factors in the health equation.

Keeping your colon clean in turn keeps your tissues clean and allows your cells to

rebuild. Ultimately, a colon-cleansing diet both nourishes the body and clears the

way to good health.

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