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FAQ for Colonic Irrigation Hydrotherapy at La Spa Therapie Malahide – Part Two

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:35:01 +0100

A couple of weeks ago we answered a few common questions about colonic hydrotherapy (also known as colonic irrigation or colonic cleansing). Because this treatment can be quite nervewracking for first timers we really wanted to answer as many questions as possible.

So here are a few more Frequently Asked Questions about colonics...

Is a colonic irrigation treatment expensive?

Well, it’s not cheap. But a treatment which involves flushing away a lifetime’s build up of impacted fecal matter from your colon, supercharging your digestive system and improving your overall health shouldn’t be cheap. If you see a clinic advertising ‘cheap' colon cleansing run in the opposite direction.

Our prices at La Spa aren’t ‘cheap’ but they are very reasonable when compared with exclusive 5-star spas. A session costs €90, a course of three costs €230 and a course of 6 colonic treatments costs €450

What’s actually involved in a colonic cleanse?

First, you lay down on a hygenic custom-made treatment table. Then, a thin tube is inserted carefully into the rectum and warm filtered water is gently pumped into the colon. The therapist gently massages your stomach to encourage movement and after a short time the impacted fecal matter is flushed through the tube into a sterilised waste unit. A session lasts around 45 minutes and in that time you should pass the equivalent of 20-30 regular bowel movements.

Is colonic irrigation painful?

For first timers the sensation will seem strange and a little uncomfortable, but it won’t be painful. Many people come to find the treatment deeply relaxing and report feeling refreshed and energised afterwards.

Isn’t a detox diet just as effective as a colonics treatment?

Detox diets like juice fasts are designed to eliminate toxins from your body and lose weight fast. People usually undergo a quick-fix detox diet after an overly-indulgent weekend or to shift a few kilos before a big event. A colonic irrigation cleanse on the other hand is a longer term solution, removing toxic waste collected in the colon that detox diets can’t shift, and restoring and improving overall digestive health.

What do I need to do to prepare for a colonics irrigation hydrotherapy?

When you come for a colonic it’s best to be as relaxed as possible, so give yourself plenty of time to rest before your treatment. Drink plenty of water and eat light, nourishing meals in the lead up to the treatment like raw vegetables – this will help to loosen colon waste and kick-start the detox process. Avoid dairy products, red meat, shell fish, processed carbohydrates or fried and sugary foods.

We hope we’ve been able to answer all your colonics FAQs. If we haven’t answered your question please leave a comment on our blog or Facebook page.You can also find more information about our colonic irrigation treatments here.

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FAQ for Colonic Irrigation at La Spa Therapie, Malahide Part One

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 04:24:58 +0100

We've been talking quite a bit over the last couple of months about colonic irrigation at La Spa – the benefits, what to expect and so on – and a lot of questions have cropped up about the treatment along the way.

So over the next couple of blogs we thought we’d address some of those questions – from the delicate details of what’s involved in a treatment to how colonics can help improve your health and vitality and even aid in weightloss, and those bigger questions like just who has colonics and why?

So, first things first…

What is a colonic irrigation?

Also known as colonic cleansing or colon hydrotherapy, colonic irrigation is the process of flushing impacted fecal matter and toxins from your colon with warm purified water, facilitating greater efficiency in the body’s eliminatory organs (lymph, lungs, kidneys and intestines). This process improves digestion and promotes overall wellbeing.

Why do people have a colonic cleanse?

The treatment is often praised for its effective treatment of ailments like irritable bowel, headache, backache, constipation, bloating, gas and even bad breath and body odour. As well as helping to relieve these conditions, many people report the cleanse helps with many other physical conditions and can also help with weight loss.

Is colonics just another fad?

Colon irrigation has been used as an alternative form of therapy for millenia. As early as 1500BC Egyptians used hollow reeds to induce water into the rectum as an enema. In the early 20th century John H Kellogg MD (he of the Cornflakes cereal empire) promoted the use of colonics with his patients. Today colonics is seeing a resurgence as people are taking greater responsibility for their own health and wellbeing and relying less on pharmaceutical medicines. The treatment is particularly popular amongst health-conscious celebs. Big Hollywood names like Madonna, Cindy Crawford, Britney Spears and Ben Affleck have all praised the cleansing and energising effects of a colon cleanse.

How can a colonics treatment improve my health and wellbeing?

Colonics improves your wellbeing by removing the impacted toxic waste that has built up in your colon over a lifetime. Years of fattening processed foods, sugary drinks and indigestible items block the natural flow of the colon, causing blockages and making us feel weak and sluggish. Colonics flush those blockages away and kickstarts your digestive system, getting it back to its fully-functioning best again.

Can colonics help me lose weight?

Although colonics is not primarily a weight loss treatment, it can help lose inches as part of a weightloss regime. Over a course of colonic hydrotherapy treatments many people find weight falling away due to improved colonic functioning and by naturally wanting to keep their colon in peak condition and eat more organic and healthy foods. For a deeper answer to this question check out our blog post on colon hydrotherapy and weight loss.

We hope part of this colonic irrigation FAQ answers some of your concerns about colonics. If you have any questions of your own post them on our Facebook page and we’ll answer more of your questions in our next post.

Can Colon Hydrotherapy in Dublin help with Weight Loss

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 05:56:38 +0100

It's a question everyone asks when talking about colon hydrotherapy: can it help me lose weight? To be totally honest, it's not an easy question to answer. In the same way that a detox diet (like drinking nothing but lemon water and maple syrup for three days) can do, a super cleansing colon hydrotherapy treatment can help you remove harmful toxins from your system while also shedding a couple of kilos that can usually be attributed to bloating and poor digestion. And, like a detox diet, it is not a solution for permanent and maintained weight loss.

However, unlike a detox diet, colonic hydrotherapy (also known as colonic irrigation ) doesn't just rid your body of toxins from one or two over-indulgent weekends, it cleanses your body of the years and years (heck, decades!) of harmful toxins and impacted fecal matter that have built up in your colon.

By removing a lifetime of hazardous junk from your colon you can kick-start your digestive system into functioning properly again. This improved colonic functioning tends to help people regulate their diet as they develop a new approach to their eating habits. They have a new appreciation of which foods are good for them and which don’t sit well – and as a result their improved diet means weight naturally comes down.

Here is another way colon hydrotherapy can help with weight loss… Because colonics involves a course of treatments spread over days or weeks, people tend to carefully watch what they eat in between treatments in order to make the most of the cleanse. A pleasant side-effect of this careful consideration towards diet often results in people losing weight during the process – many even dropping a dress size or two!

But how well colonics aids your weight loss all depends on YOU and what other steps you are taking to lose weight.

La Spa’s Diet Secret is the perfect complementary therapy to colon hydrotherapy.

At La Spa’s colon hydrotherapy clinic in Dublin we recommend incorporating our Diet Secret program with a course of colonics. By following the Diet Secret’s simple and highly nutritious eating plan while taking our course of vitamin- and mineral-enriched supplements you will find the weight just falling away. Meanwhile your course of colonics will help to restore your body’s internal balance and improve your general wellbeing.

There are too many benefits of colonic cleansing to list them all in this blog. Head over to our dedicated colon hydrotherapy page or read some of our colonic related posts on our blog.

If you have any other concerns about colon hydrotherapy please give us a call on 01 8548000 and one of our colonic therapists will be happy to answer your questions.

Colonic Hydrotherapy in Dublin at La spa Therapie, Malahide

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:37:33 +0100

We’ve been talking a lot here at La Spa Therapie Malahide about colonic hydrotherapy – also known as colonic irrigation or colonic cleansing – and we’ve had some interesting responses from people basically wondering whether colonics is right for them. Deciding to undergo a course of colonics can be a big step, so it’s best to know exactly what you can expect to achieve from a colonics treatment before you begin.

Looking for colonic hydrotherapy in Dublin?

Colonic hydrotherapy is no longer strictly for the rich and famous. More and more Dublin men and women are turning to this super cleanse to rid their bowels of impacted and toxic waste that can impair their health and wellbeing.

Here at La Spa Therapie Malahide, we offer colonics treatments that give our Dublin clients that super cleanse without the super price tag.

So is colonics for you? Take a look at some of the benefits of a colonics cleanse below and decide for yourself...

What is colonic hydrotherapy?

Colonic hydrotherapy is a high power cleanse for your insides! Purified warm water is gently pumped through your colon to soften and remove impacted fecal matter that has built up over a lifetime.

The advantages of the colonic hydrotherapy treatment are numerous and can be broken down into four main areas...

Colonics Cleanse

During a colonic cleanse the toxic material that has built up in your colon is broken down and gently removed. By ridding your colon of this impacted material your cleansed colon can begin to function properly again.

Colonics Exercise

The build up of toxic debris can make your colon weak and sluggish, impairing its ability to function well. By gently filling the colon with purifying water and then emptying the contents, the colon is encouraged to contract and relax, making it stronger and more able to work efficiently in the future.

Colonics Reshape

The gentle action of pumping nourishing warm water through the colon helps to eliminate any bulging pockets of waste and narrowed constrictions, so your colon can return to its natural, healthy shape.

Colonics Stimulate

A colon hydrotherapy treatment can stimulate your whole body. Your nervous system and all the organs of your body are connected to the colon by reflex points. By stimulating these reflex points, the corresponding body parts are also stimulated - giving your entire body a boost.

Colonic hydrotherapy can have a huge range of health and wellbeing advantages that are different for each individual. If you are lethargic with a sluggish bowel, colonics can help you feel energised. If you are emotionally stressed or anxious, colonics can help relieve tension. If you suffer from irritable bowel, bloating or constipation, colonics can get you moving again. And of course, a colonics treatment can do wonders for your waste line!

But because we are all different, we all have different reactions to a treatment. If you are concerned about whether colonic hydrotherapy is uniquely suited to you (perhaps you are pregnant or on medication) consult your GP first.

If you’d like to speak with one of our fully trained and highly skilled colonics experts to discuss whether colonics is right for you, give us a a call at La Spa today or visit our colonic hydrotherapy page for more information.

Colonic Cleansing or Colonic Hydrotherapy Help Celebrities to Strut Red Carpet with Confidence

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:40:57 +0100

It's no secret that celebrities have long advocated the use of colonic cleansing to help get them looking great and feeling energized. This super cleansing treatment eliminates the long-term build up of the impacted waste that lines our intestines, causing us to feel bloated, sluggish, tired and irritated. By whooshing away the ‘problem’ at a colonics treatment centre, celebs can cleanse and de-stress and ensure they’re ready to strut the red carpet with confidence.

Colon cleansing – otherwise known as colonic hydrotherapy or colonic irrigation - has been endorsed by a host of Hollywood stars according to US magazine, including the likes of A-listers like Beyonce, Britney Spears, Liv Tyler, Ben Affleck, Madonna, Janet Jackson and supermodel Cindy Crawford – to name but a few.

But it's not just celebs and those with the cash to splash on the rich and famous lifestyle that are turning to colonics to improve their overall wellbeing.

Right here in Ireland, at La Spa Therapie Malahide, men and women are coming to our day spa for a colonic cleansing treatment. At a fraction of the price that the A-listers would spend, our clients can get the full cleansing experience in a safe, relaxing environment from our trusted and experienced colonic therapists.

What is colonic cleansing?

This super cleansing treatment is all about flushing out impacted fecal matter using hydrotherapy. Purified warm water is gently infused into your colon to soften and remove the waste. The treatment usually lasts between 45-50 minutes and usually involves a course of several treatments over time. Many of our clients report feeling more relaxed and happier, with a greater sense of wellbeing after a cleansing session.

And you don’t need to be on a mission to look like a Hollywood star to appreciate the positive effects of colonic hydrotherapy. For us average Joes and Josies, colonic cleansing helps relieve the constipation and irregularity associated with an unhealthy diet. By ridding ourselves of the unwanted remains of all that junky processed food, we can feel refreshed and energized while enjoying the benefits of an improved complexion and a slimmed down tum.

You also don't need the budget of a Hollywood star to get the benefits of a colonic treatment. At La Spa, a session costs €90, a course of three treatments costs just €230, and six treatments costs just €450. The life-improving benefits are well worth the expense and very affordable when compared to the A-listers day spa bills!

For more information about colonic cleansing at La Spa Therapie Malahide, visit our dedicated colonics page or call us on 01 8548000 if you’d like to discuss this treatment with one of our hydrotherapy experts. We’re happy to answer any of your questions!

Colonic Irrigation in Dublin at La Spa Therapie Malahide

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:42:18 +0100

I guess you’ve heard of colonic irrigation – the super cleansing method for ridding your gut of (ahem) “waste” by repeatedly flushing out your colon with purified water. You may have heard someone at a dinner party talking about a friend of a friend who went to a spa resort in Thailand and had it done. Or read something about it in a glossy American magazine.

But did you know colonic irrigation is actually available right here in Dublin at La Spa Therapie Malahide? Our highly trained, discrete and oh-so professional colonic therapists offer this service in our private and pleasant treatment rooms.

To get you thinking about whether this treatment is right for you let’s take a look at some of the facts…

Colonic irrigation Dublin: The facts about colonics at La Spa

What is colonic irrigation?

Also known as colonic hydrotherapy, colonic irrigation is a safe, gentle and effective method for cleansing the colon. Flushing impacted fecal matter and toxins from your colon facilitates greater effciency in the body’s eliminatory organs (lymph, lungs, kidneys and intestines) and promotes general well-being.

How does it work?

We infuse chemical-free purified warm water very slowly and at a controlled temperature and pressure into your colon to soften and remove the impacted fecal matter. Your colonic therapist gently massages your abdomen as the waste is whisked away in a tube. The treatment lasts between 45-50 minutes and usually involves a course of several treatments spread over a period of time.

Who is this treatment suitable for?

Do you suffer from any of the following ailments? Constipation, fatigue, headache, backache, abdominal gas, bloating, irritable bowel, bad breath or body odour? If so, colonics may help you feel like your old self again. In fact, many people report that after a colonic treatment their overall sense of well-being is greatly improved. If you are undergoing any other treatments, are on medication or pregnant, consult your doctor first.

What can colonics do for me?

Throughout your life you have probably consumed a heck of a lot of processed and nutrient depleting food and drink. Because of this bad diet, your colon can become overloaded with impacted fecal matter. This toxic material has the potential to make us feel ill, weak, tired, achey and sluggish. By flushing out this fecal matter, colonic irrigation helps reduce toxin levels and kickstart your metabolism and digestive system.

Is it painful/uncomfortable/weird?

Because of the discrete nature of this treatment, you’ll barely even know what’s going on down there. There’s no discomort and, crucially, no odour! You’ll simply be relaxing on a massage table blissfully unaware of all activity. Many people report a deep sense of relaxation and release during and after the treatment.

Are there any risks or side effects?

Colonic irrigation is recognised around the world as a gentle and effective form of alternative healing; eliminating toxins, cleansing your bowel and helping you feel lighter and less sluggish. Reports of bad experiences are usually the result of cheap and nasty under-qualified clinics performing the treatment, or individuals going to extremes. As mentioned above – and this really applies to any physical treatment – consult your GP to discuss whether this treatment is right for you.

For more information and for a price list of our colonic irrigation treatments visit http://www.laspatherapiemalahide.ie/spa-treatments/colonic-hydrotherapy. If you’d like to make an appointment or if you have any other questions call us on 01 854 8000.

Colonic Irrigation in Dublin