Why have a Colonic?

Who has ever had one and how are they beneficial to your overall health and well-being? I recently began a diet, and someone suggested that I have a colonic to jump start my efforts so that my body can better absorb the nutrients in my diet. What do you guys think about that?
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I have never had a colonic, but I am going to get one next Saturday. They are very beneficial as far as a thorough cleansing method. It helps to remove excess mucus, feces, bacteria, and parasites from the ENTIRE colon. A colonic is actually just a really big enema with the exception that it cleanses the entire colon.
I have heard many positive stories from people who have recieived one, such as increased energy and digestive relief. I have also heard that in foreign countries people get colonics twice a year as a cleansing and preventive method.
The one thing I would encourage you to do is make sure that the hydrotherapist you are going to see is very experienced. You don't won't a trainee to be working on your behind. Agressive stimulation or laceration of this area could cause infection or a permanent problem with bowel function. Just be careful and get someone who has been at this for years. Also, you should pick up a good probiotic at your local health food store to take after the colonic. The colonic not only rids the colon of bad bacteria, but the beneficial bacteria are washed away as well, so put some back in to keep your immune system healthy....this is very important. One to try is Primal Defense by Garden of Life....it is expensive, but worth the money.
Make sure you eat healthy after your colonic. If bad eating habits are continued eventually your colon will become congested again and need another cleasing soon!!!!
Good luck!!!
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I'm a registered nurse