Colon Cleanse Blog

We pick up parasites from some of the things we eat, from the dirt, and from the dust we breathe in. Eating dirt is a sign of iron deficiency. We should talk if you are doing that. . . I got pin worms when I was a little girl by eating a mud pie (my [...]

A fatty liver produces no symptoms on its own, so people often learn about their fatty liver when they have medical tests for other reasons.  Fatty liver may cause no damage, but sometimes the excess fat leads to inflammation of the liver. This condition, called steatohepatitis, does cause liver damage. Sometimes, inflammation from a fatty [...]

Well, enzymes are basically proteins that have the ability to accelerate and control the rates of chemical reactions. Almost all the biological processes in a living cell require the presence of some type of enzymes. The type of enzyme catalyzing a reaction is very specific, hence in this case enzymes that exist as a part [...]

Fiber the intestinal broom.  Fiber slows the rate that sugar is adsorbed into the bloodstream. When you eat foods high in fiber — such as beans and whole grains — the sugar in those foods is absorbed slower, which keeps your blood glucose levels from rising too fast. This is good for you because spikes [...]

IBS known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, is a common digestive disorder characterized by abdominal pain, cramping, and changes in normal bowel function, including bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation.  It is a functional disorder, which means that there are no structural abnormalities seen on x-ray, endoscopy, or blood tests. Irritable bowel syndrome is a group of [...]

The tests the doctor performs depend on the duration and severity of the constipation, the person’s age, and whether blood in stools, recent changes in bowel habits, or weight loss have occurred. Most people with constipation do not need extensive testing and can be treated with changes in diet, routine cleansings and exercise. For example, [...]

Periodic routine cleansing with Milk Thistle and supplementation with various anti-oxident vitamins is a sure fire way to help prevent and protect oneself against liver disease, and is the best way to help improve the function of an already diseased liver. Milk Thistle helps to strengthen the liver cells outer membranes and thus help prevent [...]

Constipation is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than three times per week. With constipation stools are usually hard, dry, small in size, and difficult to eliminate. Some people who are constipated find it painful to have a bowel movement and often experience straining, bloating, and the sensation of a full bowel. Some people [...]

Don’t ignore your liver. Take a moment to learn about liver health and the diseases that affect the liver. Why is the liver so important? Because the liver performs over 5,000 important functions every minute of the day to keep your body going. Your liver converts food into nutrients and stores vitamins, minerals and sugars. [...]

Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the United States. More than 4 million Americans have frequent constipation, accounting for 2.5 million physician visits a year. Those reporting constipation most often are women and adults ages 65 and older. Pregnant women may have constipation, and it is a common problem following childbirth [...]