A clean colon is essential for the body, since it is one of the parts of the body that absorbs the most nutrients, but also accumulates more toxins, which makes it difficult for it to function properly and that of the whole body.
Although it has the ability to purify itself during waste disposal, it is sometimes overloaded and has difficulty performing its functions. Consequently, large amounts of waste accumulate and, not being expelled, travel through the blood to reach the cells of the body.
Specifically, it has a central role in the digestive process, since it is responsible for eliminating toxins that the body does not need and also has the function of absorbing water and sodium to maintain the balance of electrolytes.
Fortunately, there are home remedies to eliminate all the bad things in the colon and clean it naturally; According to the Cuerpo Mente portal, with simple and at the same time cheap means, the intestine can be put back in shape. This will help calm the intestinal mucosa, regulate intestinal peristalsis and will positively influence the digestive microbiota.
- Flaxseed or flaxseeds: Flaxseed water is a cleansing and detoxifying drink that is beneficial both to promote weight loss and to help cleanse the colon and free it from all those toxins that could harm your health in the short and long term. According to Cuerpo Mente, flaxseed is taken with plenty of water and after a while forms a mucilaginous mass that protects the digestive mucosa. At the same time, it stimulates peristalsis, which leads to a regular excretion of feces.
- Psyllium Husk Powder: it is a dietary fiber that binds to toxins in the intestine and creates a healthy environment for beneficial intestinal bacteria. Like flaxseed, it forms an anti-inflammatory gel. It is important to drink plenty of water when taking the powder, preferably 400 ml for 5 to 10 g.
- Ginger: it is also an inexpensive remedy for colon cleansing. You can use the root cut, ground, in the form of drops or in the form of a capsule. Ginger has a healing effect on the entire digestive system, from the throat, where it eliminates bad breath, to the stomach, where it activates digestive juices, or the intestine, where it reduces bloating, cramps, and inflammation.
- Aloe vera: According to a study published by The National Institute of Health, United States, aloe vera, in addition to being a natural fat burner, also improves the function of intestinal transit.
- Carrot juice: Natural carrot juice contains fiber and antioxidants that help improve bowel movement to promote the elimination of waste from the colon.
- Chia seeds: They have the ability to regulate intestinal transit, be anti-inflammatory and cleansing, among other properties. Also, prevents constipation and improves the diversity of the intestinal flora, According to the magazine International Journal of Molecular Sciences.
- Papaya and oatmeal smoothie: This smoothie is considered one of the best ways to cleanse the colon. And it is that this fruit by itself has many properties so that the intestine is clean, thanks to its large amount of fiber and its detoxifying power, according to the magazine Sports world, in their beauty and health section.
- Lemon: es a natural disinfectant, which is why it does a deep cleaning if it is combined well with other remedies that are more laxative such as aloe vera.
Recommendation: It is important to know that the consumption of these drinks should be in moderation and it is always better to consult a nutritionist to determine what is best for each type of body.