In today’s mainstream society, having a squeaky clean colon is no longer just a health matter. The act of colon cleansing has now become in vogue and has developed into a bodily staple the way the little black dress is a closet fundamental.
Many celebrities, like Gwyneth Paltrow and Beyonce, have used colon cleanses or detox diets, which are typically liquid based, to shed pounds quickly for red carpet events.
The purpose of a colon cleanse is not entirely to lose weight, however. If a colon is impacted with a surfeit of fecal matter, then extra toxins are going to be created that will then be distributed across your body through the absorbed fluids.
Health problems like abdominal pain, constipation, and a lack of energy can arise due to a build-up of waste inside the colon, which is often caused by consuming large quantities of toxic substances, such as sugar, caffeine, white flour, aspartame, hydrogenated fats and deep-fried foods.
In order to rid yourself of these unwanted accumulations in your colon, performing a colon cleanse is a natural and easy way to purge your body from the excess toxins.
There are two ways of going about performing a colon cleanse. The first way involves purchasing a colon cleansing kit that is comprised of tablets or powders. The second method allows you to do it yourself by making your own homemade colon cleansing recipes.
The most important ingredient of any colon cleanse is fiber, which helps remove waste by producing timely bowel movements. Below, there are several easy to make colon cleansing recipes that you can create for yourself at home.
Lemon Ginger Drink: This beverage requires boiling water, freshly grated ginger, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. To make it, all you have to do is add ¼ cup of lemon juice and one teaspoon of the grated ginger to boiling and the drink is all set.
Papaya Flaxseed Smoothie: The necessary ingredients for this drink are: ½ of a ripe papaya cut into small pieces, ½ of a ripe banana, two tablespoons of flaxseed meal, and two cups of water. Put all of the ingredients into a blender and blend until it is the consistency of a smoothie.
Honey Apple Cider Vinegar Beverage: For this recipe, take one teaspoon of honey and mix it with one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Then, add this mixture to a mug of boiling water and the drink is ready to be served.
Raw Colon Cleanse Soup: To make this soup, you will need, ½ a teaspoon of lemon juice, two avocados, three cucumbers that have been peeled, seeded, and diced, two cups of vegetable stock, half of a diced onion, three roasted garlic cloves, one tablespoon of cilantro, one tablespoon of parsley, and one seeded and diced jalapeno pepper. This raw soup will be ready for consumption by either pureeing all of the ingredients together or just mixing them.
While all of these colon cleansing recipes are advantageous for removing waste and toxins from your colon, it is important to keep in mind that these recipes may not be suited for everyone. Before commencing your colon cleanse, it is recommended that you first consult with your physician and figure out a plan that is right for you.
