Colonics/ Colon Hydrotherapy

Health & Wellness Naturally has been in business for 39 yrs. My reputation as the best colon therapist in North Carolina and the surrounding states of Tennessee, South Carolina  and Virginia is well established. 

Colon hydrotherapy is a safe, gentle and effective procedure which has been used for many decades to cleanse the colon of built up waste. Colonics will help relieve symptoms of constipation, bloating and slow transit time.  

Better bowel function can often be restored through the regular use of colonics combined with proper eating habits, sufficient amounts of water and fiber,  and restoration of the intestinal microbiome and regular exercise.  

Gravity colonics are superior to all others! 

I use the gentle gravity method developed by Dr. Woods the father of colon hydrotherapy.  Doctor Woods was the pioneer of colon hydrotherapy and his time tested method is recognized to be the most effective, natural and gentlest method of hydrotherapy worldwide. If you've had colonics by another method  you must try the gravity method which will be surprisingly easier and more effective.

The Problem:

Our colon can collect and accumulate excess fecal waste, which after while begins to ferment and decay internally, and our large intestine, which is the final stage of the digestive process becomes toxic.  Our intestine is designed to eliminate whatever we ingest within twenty four hours efficiently or we can develop problems. When we eat incorrectly for our body, the digestive system slows down. When  our digestive system slows down the colon becomes a storehouse for toxins and pathogenic organisms that can flourish in that environment.  This can result in unpleasant symptoms.

Toxins cause us to experience a lack of energy.  We can have gas, bloating and abdominal pain, fatigue, skin rashes, food allergies, headaches, bad breath, fungal, bacterial overgrowth and parasitic infestation, weight gain, arthritis, insomnia and inflammation .  Many problems result from poor digestion and  incomplete and slow elimination.

Modern food is altered, denatured and full of toxins.  Today's diet is full of refined ingredients stripped of nutrients, full of chemicals and preservatives.  These unnatural ingredients can disrupt our essential microbiome and damage our delicate gut lining. Our small  intestine is where most of our nutrients are absorbed, however minerals and water are absorbed in the large intestine. Our microbiome which is critical for health  cannot thrive in a dirty environment.  

Often constipation is caused by a complex of behaviors and habits. It develops over time, so it can take some time to repair the system. As part of the colon therapy at Health & Wellness Naturally we will discus these factors in depth and try to make helpful suggestions of things to do and change so that you are not just dependent on colonics for relief.

Although each treatment is beneficial, the majority of people may need a series of treatments while they make lifestyle adjustments to achieve lasting change and ideal bowel function.  A series of treatments taken over a month or more gives the body a thorough cleansing effect, allowing the lymph, liver and bodily tissues to detoxify and regenerate, but even a single procedure in every 4 or 6 weeks provides significant benefit as a preventive measure. 

I adjust to the individual goals of each client  and work with them at their level  for get results. There is no set program for everyone, but I appreciate working with people who want to understanding their body better, and are committed to taking care of themselves with good nutrition, exercise, stress reduction and detoxification. 

I do not work with people who are on painkillers long term because those medications present a lot of difficulty that can't be dealt with by a colonic. 

The Procedure:

Step #1

Upon  arrival, clients will be asked to fill out a thorough health history.  We then briefly discuss your health history before beginning the treatment.  I will make recommendations regarding lifestyle and eating habits depending upon your needs.

Step#2

The client will first change into a hospital gown and then we will start with them reclining on a comfortable table a while fresh warm water is drawn into the tank an equipment prepared.

Step #3

A speculum will is gently inserted.  The speculum allows for the introduction of warm water into the colon, very like an enema. A larger waste line is connected to the speculum which carries away the water and waste. The water is  introduced slowly and gently, and then released as we work our way up the descending, transverse and ascending sections of the colon. I use only freshly filtered water and disposable specula for treatments.

Step #4

The abdomen will be gently massaged at times during the colonic to help relax the muscles, move gas pockets through and stimulate peristalsis. The sensations although unfamiliar are not usually uncomfortable. The colonic procedure usually takes about forty five minutes, but can take a bit longer for a more sluggish bowel. 

Step #5

When the colonic is complete, the client will return to the bathroom to use the toilet to release any remaining water and waste before dressing. We will then go over any special recommendations for you.  You will have the opportunity to purchase recommended supplements such as fiber and probiotics if you choose.

During your treatment you will be attended by Christine Williams who has been a colon therapist for 39 years in Asheville, NC.  Please see our reviews section for the positive experiences of other customers we have served. 

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