If you’re looking for a way to boost your energy levels, reduce bloating, support your weight loss journey and improve digestive health, the answer may just lie in your colon. A colon cleanse could be ...

You may have heard that getting colon cleanses will flush out all the toxins in your GI tract, help your skin glow from the inside out (we debunked this), and leave you feeling as light as a feather.

You would think people would be relieved to hear they didn’t have to pump liquid into their rectum in order to clear out clogged waste and “toxins.” But despite the lack of evidence to support ...

Do colon detox products work, and are they safe? No, and not always. "Colon cleansing" procedures are based on the faulty theory that fecal matter and toxins--such as parasites, pesticides, or ...

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A healthy colon is essential for digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall wellness. While extreme “cleanse” products often do more harm than good, certain natural foods support your body’s own ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Among the discomforts of having a colonoscopy, the worst for me is drinking the large amount of laxative solution in preparation. Are there ways to avoid this? ANSWER: Colonoscopy ...

Over 4 million in the US have frequent constipation. You are not alone. This is a nationwide issue promoted by unhealthy eating habits, lack of nutrient intake, and our sedentary lifestyles.

Detox diets are gaining widespread recognition and support these days. But just like many other fads - think Atkins, cabbage soup, and grapefruit diets - the science behind "detox" is lacking.

Researchers published a study confirming the feasibility of Motus GI’s Pure-Vu system for intra-colonoscopy cleansing in Endoscopy. 1. Researchers enrolled 47 cases at three sites in Europe. The ...