The practice of colon cleansing began in ancient Greece. At the beginning of the last century, it has become very popular in Europe - it was used as a panacea for the general improvement of health, as well as a treatment for almost any ailments. Then, the theory on which the belief in the effectiveness of cleansing the colon, has been refuted and popularity began to decline. A few years ago the procedure was "rehabilitated" by scientists, and it became popular again, and it began to carry out in the home. Before doing cleaning of the intestine, it is strongly recommended to consult with your doctor, especially if you have any serious illness.

How is it possible to cleanse the bowel at home?

Plain water enema

This is one of the safest, simplest and most effective ways of cleansing the colon. Buy at the pharmacy suitable device for the procedure (it is recommended to choose a mug Esmarch - it is the most easy to use). Use the enema water temperature comfortable for you, but in any case no higher than 45 C. This procedure will give the maximum effect after at least one fasting day.

Bowel cleansing salt water

Salt water flushes toxins from the intestine is not worse than it does an enema. The procedure is best done in the morning on an empty stomach. For maximum effect, you can do an enema beforehand.

Heat 1-2 liters of water and mix it with 1-2 tablespoons of salt. When the water has cooled so that it will be possible to drink quickly and without burning, drink in one gulp as much as you can. Shortly thereafter, you can appear symptoms such as headache Headache: Causes and Complications   and nausea Nausea - there may be problems with the nervous system . After some time there will urge to defecate, which may be repeated for several hours. Because saline solution washes away from the intestine, not only toxins, but also the beneficial bacteria will be useful for a few days after the procedure eat Yogurt containing probiotics.

Vegetable juices

One of the most useful tools for bowel cleansing at home - vegetable juices. It is possible for a few days to drink juice 1-1.5 liters a day, while continuing to eat normally. But most effectively spend 1-2 days on a juice diet - that is, give up eating and drinking only vegetable juices and water. To sustain it is not easy, but if you're right - the reward will be great feeling and visibly improve the appearance of skin. You should not get involved in such an excessive cleaning. Juices are certainly useful, but if you drink it in large quantities every day, this will lead to an excess of vitamins in the body that is not conducive to health.

If the vegetable juice you do not like, try to spend a few days in the fruit and berry juices.

Most people given this easier. Within 2-3 days, drink only fresh juices and water. It will cleanse the intestines, improve the condition of the skin, eyes, healthy teeth and gums. After such a cleansing in many patients permanently disappear headaches, improves sleep Dreams: how to understand our dreams It stabilizes blood pressure and even improve mental abilities.

It is advisable to carry out this cleaning at the weekend - because of the feeling of hunger will be difficult to focus, and the view of colleagues, leaving for lunch or chewing something in the workplace may lead to a breach of your plans.

This purgation is contraindicated if:

• You are pregnant
• Your underweight
• You have ulcer disease, low blood pressure, diabetes, liver disease and / or kidney problems.

Within a week, drink in the morning on an empty stomach, a cup of yogurt mixed with a tablespoon of bran

This drink acts as a kind of intestine brush. Of course, the method will work best if you eat right and drink plenty of water.

To purge the bowel at home is also possible with the help of laxatives and / or diuretics. However, use of these drugs should be only on the advice of a physician, as their improper use can cause unwanted side effects.

The liver performs many important functions in our body, such as toxins, and produces bile, which aids in digestion. Currently, the average person eats, so that his liver is already 30 years can be literally littered with that, of course, leads to a significant deterioration of its work. It will not kill you on the spot, but over time the liver and all body systems work more slowly, which can cause very serious complications, including life-threatening.

It is therefore important to regularly clean the liver, the more so that it can be easily done at home. Signs that your liver needs to be cleaned, are irritability Irritability - you try to control my temper , Drowsiness, trouble concentrating, frequent causeless headaches, nausea, lethargy.

Poultice of castor oil

This method helps the liver to get rid of excess fat. Dampen a piece of pure wool or flannel cloth in castor oil, attach it to the right side of the abdomen, just below the rib cage. Cover with hot water bottle, cover it with a towel and leave for half an hour. Replace bottle as needed, when the water is cool. Carry out this procedure in the evening, when you have time to lie down on the couch with a book or watch a favorite movie.

Coffee Enema

For some, this may sound strange, but the South American Indians successfully used coffee enemas for the treatment of various diseases for many centuries ago, and during the First World War made it wounded soldiers to relieve pain.

Coffee Enema very effectively removes toxins. All that you need - coffee (any except soluble) and a mug Esmarch. However, do not abuse this procedure - its effect is very strong, and with continued use, it can deprive a large part of the body of beneficial bacteria.

Cleaning the liver beet juice

Squeeze the juice of one medium-sized beets, one grapefruit and one lemon. Add a pinch of ground ginger drink, as much cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric Turmeric: the benefits and harms of the Indian saffron . Thoroughly mix all and drink in one gulp. This drink is great for cleansing the liver and blood, while saturating the body with vitamins, minerals, enzymes and antioxidants Antioxidants: the truth about the notorious benefits . If you have a stomach ache sometimes, you can just drink beet juice - it has the same cleaning properties, but contains a little less nutrients.

• To achieve maximum effect, drink the drink in the morning on an empty stomach for 3-4 days.
• Olive oil is also perfectly cleans the liver. His need to drink every morning on an empty stomach, preferably - unrefined. Generally, only one tablespoon, but if you are going to carry out an intensive cleaning - start the day with a half cup of olive oil. You can mix the oil with the juice of one lemon, but this method is only suitable for those who have a healthy stomach.
• To quickly and effectively cleanse the liver, spend one day only on Apple, Grapefruit or grape juice (juice, of course, has to be freshly squeezed). If you do not want to completely abandon the daily meal, you can have a light meal - no fat and simple carbohydrates.

Most people after liver cleansing notice a burst of energy, improved health, greater vitality. The appearance of the skin, hair and nails is significantly improved.

During the cleansing of the liver may have temporary side effects such as headaches, dizziness, anxiety Anxiety - how to distinguish normal from disease? Insomnia. The appearance of these symptoms are due to the fact that the cleaning through the body once held large amounts of toxins. These symptoms will pass within a few days.