Thursday, February 26, 2009

Dangerous Ingredients in Colon Cleanse Products

By Ann Triune

There are many different kinds of colon cleanse products out in the market today. You can choose from a wide selection of pills (tablets or capsules), drinks (juice, teas or shakes), or colon cleansing kits that are usually comprised of both. Choosing the best product to use or what method to follow may become a headache if you do not know the basics in colon cleansing.

The Basics of Colon Cleansing

Colon cleansing is not something new. Many people have heard about it but their knowledge of it may be limited. Colon cleansing is a detoxification process that cleans out the colon as well as the intestine of unnecessary harmful build-up. In doing so, it eliminates the toxins in the digestive system that may lead to serious health issues.

All of the food and drinks that we have ingested passes through the colon and the intestines. After digestion, most of the useless waste is eliminated through a bowel movement. Unfortunately, not everything goes during a bowel movement, some waste remains which contains harmful toxins, bacteria and chemicals. This build-up accumulates over the years and too much of it can cause negative side-effects on our health.

Signs That You Need Colon Cleansing

Our bodies will often show signs or symptoms whenever something is wrong with it. Often times they are just little things that do not cause any alarm on our part. A common mistake of many is that they do not pay much attention to them not until the symptoms worsen or lead to other health complications. Below is a list of symptoms that may mean you need a colon cleansing.

Frequent colds and recurring headaches Foul smelling stools Excess weight gain Food allergies Digestion being impaired Chronic constipation Irritable bowel syndrome Irritability and mood swings Hemorrhoids Gas, bloating and flatulence Frequent experience of fatigue and low energy Candida infection Powerful food cravings Parasites in stools Skin problems like rashes Protruding belly Bad breath Metallic tastes in mouth

Colon Cleansing Product types

Colon cleansing products of today are generally divided into two types: the natural colon cleansers and the chemical colon cleansers. When choosing which one to use it important to pick the one that works for you and that suits your lifestyle.

Natural or Herbal Colon Cleansers

This type of cleanser is made with natural ingredients most of which are herbs. The product is oxygenated which means that it is able to melt the build-up in the colon. Since the ingredients are natural, this type of cleanser is generally safe to use.

Chemical Colon Cleansers

These types of cleansers are made with synthesized ingredients. They are very effective in dissolving build-up in the colon but may also eliminate the good bacteria that the body needs.

Colon Cleanser Ingredients to Look Out For

Whether herbal or chemical, there are certain ingredients you should avoid when choosing a colon cleanser product. Although these ingredients can help in cleansing the colon, they can also have some negative side-effects on the consumer. Below is a list of the ingredients:

Apple pectin Bentonite clay Calcium carbonate Carnauba wax Dicalcium phosphate Food glaze Fructose Gelatin High amalyse corn starch Inolin Magnesium stearate Methylcellulose Natural Flavors Polyethylene glycol Potassium carbonate Silicon dioxide Titanium dioxide Xantham gum Fish Milk Wheat Soy Cascara Sagrada Psyllium Senna

Labels are very important when buying any colon cleanse products. Take time to read the label carefully before deciding to purchase a cleanser. Researching about the product will give you more insights as to how it supposedly works and will allow you to read reviews on the product and feedback from past users. After you have found a colon cleanser that is best for you, start cleansing and work your way to a healthier you. - 15437

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