Currently, there is a lot of information spreading on social networks about the method of purification and colon enema using coffee to help remove bacteria and waste from the outside. Many people believe this method is really effective and follow it. So, is it really good to detoxify the colon with coffee?
1. The trend of colon detoxification with coffee in the world and in Vietnam
Before being introduced to Vietnam, the trend of detoxifying the colon with coffee appeared in many different countries. Starting in 1930, Dr. Max Gerson was the one who proposed this therapy, combining colon enemas with coffee and a strict vegetarian diet. Initially, his goal was to treat migraines, but later, he found this therapy was effective for stomach cancer and tuberculosis. Therefore, this method is also known as Gerson therapy (named after its creator).
Max Gerson – creator of the Gerson therapy
However, Gerson therapy is not recognized by medicine. Many reputable organizations such as NCI, New York Medical Association, etc. all recommend against this practice due to serious harmful effects. More specifically, around 2008, Harvard Medical School announced its doubts about the colon detox method. Cleansing the intestines with this method can cause dehydration, electrolyte disorders, impaired intestinal function, and disrupt the intestinal flora.
According to records, the American Institute of Cancer Research has reported 3 fatal conditions potentially related to coffee enemas. In the American Journal of Gastroenterology, Mayoclinic also reported that colon cleansing can have health consequences, more dangerous than death.
Until now, the trend of detoxifying the colon with coffee in the world is gradually receding because of many adverse reports. But in Vietnam, with the strong development of social platforms, this method is being widely spread in associations and groups with the claim that it can cure all diseases.
2. The truth about colon detoxification using coffee
On many websites today there is news about coffee enemas bringing amazing results. However, many reports have been released and confirmed that this is false information. So Is it good to detoxify the colon with coffee?, what is the truth about this therapy?
2.1. Concept of colon enema
An enema is a method of using liquid to pump back from the anus into the rectum to soften stool. This method is often applied to cases of constipation, people who need colon cleansing or some special treatment cases.
Colonic enemas are a method of softening stool, making it easier to pass stool
2.2. Is it good to detoxify the colon with coffee and the answer?
Pumping coffee from the anus can cause the rectum to become less stimulated. After a while, the patient will lose the feeling of straining and will not be able to defecate if they do not use coffee enemas. Coffee enemas can cause inflammation and increase the risk of rectal rupture in subsequent enemas.
Currently, many people advertise coffee enemas as a simple way to clean the large intestine from impurities, bacteria and many other accumulated wastes. However, up to now there has not been any scientific evidence to prove this is correct. The colon and the structures of other digestive organs already have relatively effective self-cleaning functions. That is also the reason why the digestive process creates stool.
In general, colon enemas need to be performed in a hygienic environment with specialized tools. If the process is not guaranteed, it will increase the risk of introducing harmful bacteria into the patient's digestive tract. In many cases, beneficial intestinal bacteria are even released into the liquid during the enema process, thereby causing an imbalance in the intestinal microflora.
Detoxifying the colon with coffee can have dangerous consequences such as depleting the intestinal microflora
3. Consequences of coffee enemas
According to experts, the topic Is it good to detoxify the colon with coffee? is getting a lot of attention nowadays. However, insufficient medical knowledge has caused many health problems, specifically:
- Doing coffee enemas at home without enough professional knowledge can cause the intestines to be punctured during the process of inserting the irrigation tube through the anus into the rectum. Initial symptoms of intestinal perforation include pain, fever, chills and nausea. This is an extremely dangerous case, with a high risk of death.
- Doing colon enemas with coffee also causes the intestinal microflora to become unbalanced. Accordingly, many studies have shown that detoxification does not actually remove toxins from the outside to improve health. Furthermore, improper colon douching will cause you to experience many extremely serious side effects.
Coffee enemas can be life-threatening
In short, instead of applying unorthodox methods of detoxification and colon enemas, you should find ways to protect your digestive system with a daily scientific diet. In addition, you should also limit consumption of alcohol, red meat and foods containing a lot of fat. Regular exercise also helps the digestive system function better and stronger every day.
In addition, if you want to lose weight, you should learn about safe and healthy methods, do not fast or use toxic weight loss drugs or teas. In your daily diet, you should add more vegetables and fruits, increase fiber intake, and drink enough water. A healthy lifestyle will help your digestive system become better and stronger.
Once again, it can be affirmed that the coffee enema method lacks scientific basis and does not bring health benefits. Furthermore, there have been many cases showing that coffee enemas will bring many extremely dangerous consequences. Even the life of the practitioner will be threatened if the enema is done incorrectly. There have been many cases of having to be hospitalized in the emergency room due to rectal perforation due to applying this method at home.
You should go to medical facilities for examination and receive advice from doctors on safe, effective and appropriate treatment.
With topics Is it good to detoxify the colon with coffee?, MEDLATEC once again advises readers not to believe in these baseless advertisements. To protect your health, you should go to reputable medical facilities to have a specific examination of your medical condition, and then have appropriate treatment. A medical address you can refer to and choose from is the Gastroenterology department MEDLATEC Healthcare System. To schedule an appointment, please contact the hotline 1900 56 56 56 of MEDLATEC for support.
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