Vitality Flow Colon Hydrotherapy & Natural Health

Chemical Exposure and Colonics

2017-11-04T10:49:00.000-07:00

I heard someone say the other day, " I don't need colonics, I'm regular."

The purpose of colon hydrotherapy is not to simply to promote regularity. It is to cleanse the length of your colon which kicks off a cleanse of the rest of your body.

The goal of cleansing the length of your colon (also called the large intestine or bowel) is to cleanse your tissues, organs and cells.

This type of tissue cleansing does not occur in this deep way from your daily bowel movements alone.

We are exposed to a lot of chemicals in the world today and have been through out history. There was a time when the chemical DDT was sprayed directly and liberally onto people including children. We now know that is very very toxic. Today many are exposed to chemicals on the job, from indoor environments where various furniture, flooring, and paints are off gassing. Indoor environments can be among the most toxic environments. Chemicals can build up in the body. Often people notice health issues after being exposed to certain chemicals.

There are chemicals in the air from car exhaust, pesticides, factories, etc. Living in Los Angeles or other densely populated cities, you may notice a black dust accumulating on your furniture, etc. You are also breathing this all the time.

And we are ingesting chemicals in the food supply and recreational drugs. Some of this is eliminated and some builds up in the body.

Colon hydrotherapy's aim is to alleviate the build up of toxins in the body so it can resume optimal performance.

1, 2, 3 Easy Holiday Herbal Tea

2014-12-15T08:29:00.001-08:00

I love making tea from fresh herbs. It is so easy to do and the flavors will make your taste buds sing.
This holiday tea is warm and cozy for a winter day.

Cozy Holiday Herbal Tea

3-5 slices fresh tumeric
2 slices fresh ginger
1 tsp dandelion root
1/2 tsp licorice root
2 cardamom pods
1 tsp cleavers
small piece of nutmeg
1/2 - 1 cinnamon stick
optional 1 tsp cacao powder

1. Crush and grind your spices with a mortar and pestle.

2. Add to tea pot and pour hot water over it.

3. Steep for 20 min or longer. The longer you steep it, the richer the flavors will be. You can reuse the herbs 2 or 3 times for good tea.

Cheers!

Colonic Success Stories: Energy Up and Waist Size Down

2014-06-12T00:07:00.006-07:00

Recently, Rafael (name changed for privacy) came to me curious about trying colon hydrotherapy. He was nervous about the process. He had never done any type of colon cleansing before and over the past year had put on about 10 stubborn pounds.

Rafael did 5 colonic sessions over a 5 week period and did a 12 day herbal detox that I had recommended. He also added a green smoothie and some flax seeds to his diet.

Rafael shared with me that before he began his colonic sessions, his energy level was about a 5 out of 10. At his last session, he reported that his energy level was a 10 out of 10 and his pants were fitting looser. He was losing weight and felt more motivated to exercise. I also noticed that his skin had more of a healthy glow and the whites of his eyes looked brighter.

Amazing!

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To see the original article or to find out why I became a Colon Hydrotherapist, you can go to my other blog:

http://colonhydrotherapylosangeles.wordpress.com/2014/06/11/colonic-success-stories-energy-up-and-waist-size-down/

Cold Showers: Building Strength in Challenging Times

2014-01-14T15:14:00.002-08:00

Well, the picture tells you how it feels when you first get into a cold shower in the morning.

Recently, I have been seeking ways to strengthen my inner self while going through some life challenges. It was recommended to me that by choosing to consciously confront the cold / discomfort it would strengthen my mind and nervous system.

I was certainly intrigued.

On the first day of this cold shower quest, I sat and procrastinated, thinking, "I can't do this...I don't want to do this....this is ridiculous".

And then I went for it.

As the cold water hit my body, my mind was full with the thought "I HATE THIS!!!!!" Then, my breathing took on a life of it's own - I began to gasp for air, pant like a dog, neigh like a horse and hiss like a cat. As I vigorously massaged my body all over, I began to get used to it. After 3 or 5 minutes, my body no longer felt cold. I got out of the shower and I felt amazing - clear headed, energized and a sense of victory.

I have been jumping into cold showers in the morning now for almost 2 weeks. And I have to say, it is getting easier. I feel more grounded and strong.

I have also noticed an overall increase in the elasticity and softness of my skin. I was starting to form grooves/circles under my eyes which I chalked up to aging and they seem to be filling in after just two weeks. I feel clear and focused afterwards and ready to take on any challenge the day might bring.

Hydrotherapies have been around for centuries. The cold shower, known as Ishnaan in Eastern traditions, is a simple yet revitalizing yoga technique.

Cold showers cause the blood which has been stored deep within the internal organs and glands to rush to the surface of your body. This flushing of the organs is detoxifying and improves circulation in general. Your breath automatically deepens as you gasp from the cold, cleansing the lungs.

The other interesting benefit I noticed is a lack of wanting sweets - not something I have encountered before. During the holidays (and a lot of my life!) I seemed to be in a rhythm of having something sweet every day. It struck me that I hadn't really thought about chocolate or sugar in about a week and a half - it was completely off my radar.

Cold showers:

Tone the skin and muscles
Flush the internal organs
Clean the circulatory system
Tone and energize the glands
Strengthen the nervous system
Prevent the body from developing extra fat
Make you strong psychologically
Increase in Glutathione (a powerful antioxidant)

To Take a Cold Shower:

1. Give a quick oil (almond oil, sesame oil, etc.) massage to the whole body. You won't feel oily after as the water helps the skin absorb the oil.
2. Jump in the cold shower while rubbing all the parts of your body vigorously. Don't forget your face, underarms and soles of the feet. No need to wet your head.
3. Stay in 3-5 minutes or until you don't feel cold anymore
4. Dry off with a towel.
5. Start your day feeling marvelous!

Apparently, women should not take a cold shower when menstruating along with people with certain heart or thyroid conditions. Your doctor would be the best person to seek advice from on this topic if there is any doubt.

Showers should be cold. Cold showers preserve a woman as a woman; they correct imbalanced menstruation, prevent early menopause, skin problems and they help her to keep her glow."
-Yogi Bhajan

References
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/cold-showers-are-good-for-you--official-738026.html
http://fitness.mercola.com/sites/fitness/archive/2012/04/27/cold-water-immersion-benefits.aspx
http://www.3ho.org/3ho-lifestyle/women/radiant-health-and-beauty/cold-showers-radiant-glow

The Health Benefits of Apples

2013-10-27T22:59:00.001-07:00

By Dr. Mercola

Apples are the second most popular fruit in the US (bananas are the first),¹ with each American eating about 19 pounds a year.²
Undoubtedly, many of those apples are consumed right now, during the fall, which is peak season for apples in the US. This is one sweet treat that you can feel good about eating, too, as apples are packed with disease-fighting vitamins, antioxidants and more, easily making them one of the top-ranked fruits for your health.

Apples Ranked Second Highest for Antioxidant Activity

Compared to other commonly consumed fruits in the US, apples ranked second for highest antioxidant activity. However, they ranked highest for the proportion of free phenolic compounds, which means they are not bound to other compounds in the fruit and therefore may be more easily absorbed into your bloodstream.³
Notably, much of apples’ antioxidant power is contained in the peel, where you’ll find antioxidants like catechin, procyanidins, chlorogenic acid, ploridizin and more. According to the New York Fruit Quarterly:⁴

“Since apples are so high in antioxidants, it is no surprise that apples, specifically, are associated with a decreased risk of chronic disease.
Three studies have specifically linked apple consumption with a decreased risk for cancer… [and] a study has shown that apple and pear consumption has been associated with a decreased risk of asthma.

Apple consumption has also been associated with a decreased risk of coronary heart disease… [and] a reduced risk of Type II diabetes was associated with apple and berry consumption in another major Finnish study.

In the laboratory, apples and the compounds in them have properties that may explain their effects in protecting against disease. Our lab has found that apples, and especially apple peels, have powerful antioxidant activity and can greatly inhibit the growth of liver cancer and colon cancer cells.

Based on results from all of these studies, it appears that apples may play a significant role in reducing the risk of a wide variety of diseases.”
I have four apple trees where I live in Chicago but hadn’t eaten that many of them. After reviewing this information, I think I will be consuming more next year, as the harvest season just finished for this year.

An Apple a Day to Keep 5 Chronic Diseases Away?

A wealth of research suggests that eating apples may impact your health in a number of beneficial ways:⁵

Brain Health: Apples have been found to protect neuron cells against oxidative stress-induced neurotoxicity and may play an important role in reducing the risk of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease.⁶

Stroke: Eating apples is linked to a decreased risk of stroke.⁷

Diabetes: Three servings of apples (and other fruits, such as blueberries and grapes) is linked to a 7 percent lower risk of type 2 diabetes.⁸ This may be due to their beneficial role in blood sugar regulation, as apples contain compounds that may:⁹

Lessen absorption of glucose from your digestive tract

Stimulate beta cells in your pancreas to secrete insulin

Increase uptake of glucose from your blood by stimulating insulin receptors

Cancer: Apples have a number of properties that may help reduce the risk of cancer, including antimutagenic activity, antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory mechanisms, antiproliferative and apoptosis-inducing activity, as well as "novel mechanisms on epigenetic events and innate immunity." According to the journal Planta Medica:¹⁰

“Apple products have been shown to prevent skin, mammary and colon carcinogenesis in animal models. Epidemiological observations indicate that regular consumption of one or more apples a day may reduce the risk for lung and colon cancer.”

Heart Disease: Eating apples is associated with a lower risk of death from heart disease, an association that’s thought to be related to their content of antioxidant flavonoids.¹¹

Eat Whole Apples for the Most Health 'Bang' for Your Buck

While applesauce and apple juice do contain some valuable vitamins and antioxidants, eating apples in their whole form will give you the synergistic blend of nutrients and fiber the way nature intended. This is important for a number of reasons. For instance, apples are often thought of as a high-fiber food and many of its heart health benefits are linked to a type of fiber called pectin.
In reality, apples really only contain about two to three grams of fiber per ounce, of which pectin accounts for about half. Even though this is a modest amount of pectin, it has a powerful impact on your health because of its interactions with other apple phytonutrients. As explained by the World’s Healthiest Foods:¹²

“… this relatively modest amount of pectin found in whole apples has now been shown to interact with other apple phytonutrients to give us the kind of blood fat lowering effects that would typically be associated with much higher amounts of soluble fiber intake.

In recent comparisons with laboratory animals, the blood fat lowering effects of whole apple were shown to be greatly reduced when whole apples were eliminated from the diet and replaced by pectin alone.

In summary, it's not fiber alone that explains the cardiovascular benefits of apple, but the interaction of fiber with other phytonutrients in this wonderful fruit. If you want the full cardiovascular benefits of apples, it's the whole food form that you'll want to choose. Only this form can provide you with those unique fiber-plus-phytonutrient combinations.”
Similarly, research shows that eating a whole apple before a meal may lead you to eat 15 percent fewer calories – an effect that was not associated with applesauce or apple juice.¹³ Eating a whole apple was also linked with greater feelings of satiety after a meal.

Some People May Need to Eat Apples in Moderation

The other variable we haven’t yet covered is fructose, a type of sugar that is linked to many chronic health problems when consumed in excess. I believe most will benefit from restricting their fructose to 25 grams a day, and as little as 15 grams a day if you have insulin or leptin resistance.

This includes fructose from whole fruits like apples. Apples are a relatively high-fructose fruit, with 9.5 grams in a medium-sized apple. Apple juice will contain considerably more, which is another reason why you’re better off eating apples in their whole form.
It is also important to time your eating of fructose-rich foods like apple correctly. One of the tricks that I personally use is to time my fruit intake. Eating one after a calorie-rich meal for ‘dessert’ will not have the same effect as if you eat it after a glycogen-depleting workout.

In the former case, the apple’s fructose is more likely to contribute to weight gain and insulin resistance; in the latter case, it will harmlessly replenish your glycogen stores within your muscles or be burned directly during your workout. I have actually been able to lose weight by increasing my fruit intake in this fashion. This works far better if you are metabolically adapted to burn fat as your primary fuel.
If you’re insulin or leptin resistant (are overweight, diabetic, hypertensive, or have high cholesterol), which includes about 80 percent of Americans, then it would be advisable for you to limit your fruit intake to about 15 grams per day, which would be equivalent to eating approximately one apple and a handful of blueberries -- unless you timed the fruit consumption as described above and were doing fairly significant exercise in which you were burning a few hundred calories.
If you are not insulin/leptin resistant, (are normal weight without diabetes, hypertension or high cholesterol) and regularly engage in strenuous physical activity or manual labor, then higher fructose intake is unlikely to cause any health problems. In this case, you can probably eat more fruit without giving it much thought.

What Else Should You Look for in an Apple?

Because much of the antioxidant content of an apple is found in its peel, you’ll want to leave the peel on when you eat it. For this reason, look for organic apples, which will be free from pesticides and other chemicals. Apples are one of the most pesticide-contaminated fruits there is,¹⁴ so if you’re planning to eat more apples, make them organic. If you purchase conventional apples, briefly soaking them in a solution of 10 percent vinegar to 90 percent water may help to remove some pesticides (and bacteria).
But keep in mind that many pesticides are lipophilic, and are therefore capable of entering through the surface of conventional produce deep into the flesh of the fruit or vegetable within minutes. If you have your own apple trees, you can integrate high-performance agriculture techniques that will radically increase the nutrient content and also virtually eliminate any diseases that the apples might be acquire. When it comes to choosing an apple, the Washington State Apple Commission recommends:¹⁵

Choosing an apple with shiny, not dull, skin (dull apples will not be crisp)

Firm apples free from bruises and punctures

Refrigerating apples at 32 degrees F to maintain crispness

Protecting cut apples from browning by dipping them into a solution of one part citrus juice to three parts water

If you’re looking for even more apple facts and nutrition information, be sure to check out our apple food facts page.

You can find the original posting of this article at http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/10/28/apple-health-benefits.aspxe_cid=20131028Z1_DNL_art_2&utm_source=dnl&utm_medium=email&utm_content=art2&utm_campaign=20131028Z1

The Magic, Wisdom and Common Sense of Spices

2013-05-14T13:46:00.001-07:00

Spices have been used in the artistry of cooking around the globe for centuries. Family seasoning secrets and traditions have been passed down throughout the ages. Spices add flavor and dimension to dishes.

It is interesting to note that in some of the North American cuisine and commercially prepared foods, there seems to be a lack of creativity and use of spices. I notice this particularly when I dine out at a restaurant and a lot of the dishes are flavored with salt and butter and/or oil and not much else.

As a person interested in holistic health, I have noticed that our consumption of herbs as nutritional supplements is ever increasing. We have the option of ingesting garlic or turmeric as a supplemental capsule, or we can cook with it. Being a food lover myself, I find it much more enjoyable and rewarding to have a meal robust with savory spices than to guzzle down a bunch of supplements with a big glass of water. That said, there is definitely an appropriate time and place for supplements.

Recently someone shared with me that some of the Indian spices are used to neutralize the harmfulness of pesticide residue on food. And that many of the spices are good for the health of the brain. Fascinating!

Another fantastic benefit of spices is that they get your saliva flowing. This can happen not only by physically tasting the seasonings but even by thinking about a certain taste/spice. Have you ever thought about a favorite delicious food/flavor and noticed that you started salivating? Saliva is essential to the digestive process. Your saliva contains the important digestive enzymes amylase and ptalyn which mix with your food as you chew. Before you even swallow, these enzymes start to break starches down into simpler sugars for complete digestion. Many people are not chewing their food these days due to stress and habitual patterns; this reduces optimal digestion significantly. I always notice that when I get a chiropractic adjustment it also gets my saliva flowing. This happens because the nerves that govern saliva secretion pass through the cervical vertebrae in your neck. If the neck muscles are tight and the nerve supply to the salivary glands is restricted in any way, this may have an impact on your digestion.

Many of the people that come to see me for colon hydrotherapy do so because they constantly feel bloated and gassy. One of the first things I ask them about is if they are a slow or fast eater. A lot of these bloated folks say they eat fast, usually because of a demanding work/life schedule. If you take time to really chew, savor and enjoy the eating process your digestive system will respond in kind.

You will get the most zest and burst of flavor by grinding your own spices with a stone mortar and pestle. Some of my favorite fresh ground spices are cumin, cinnamon, oregano, black peppercorns and fresh garlic.

Why not add some spice to your life today?!

Colon Hydrotherapy (Colonics) in Los Angeles with Cindy Fulsom

2013-02-06T15:48:00.004-08:00

Welcome to Vitality Flow Colon Hydrotherapy!
We believe vibrant health and happiness is your birthright.

If you have been considering getting a colon hydrotherapy session, you may want to check out some of the most commonly asked questions about the treatment below. If you have any additional questions or concerns, you can contact Cindy Fulsom, Certified Colon Hydrotherapist at vibranthealth88@gmail.com or at (310) 387-0075.

"When the obstruction in a gutter is removed, the water flows freely. Similarly, when the poisons and toxins in the body are eliminated, health and vitality flow freely." ~Swami Sivananda

Colon Hydrotherapy FAQ

What is colon hydrotherapy?

"Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonics, is a safe, effective method of removing waste from the large intestine, without the use of drugs. By introducing filtered and temperature regulated water into the colon, the waste is softened and loosened, resulting in evacuation through natural peristalsis. This process is repeated a few times during a session.

Colon hydrotherapy is best used in combination with adequate nutrient and fluid intake as well as exercise. Today's sophisticated technology promotes both the safety and sanitation of this popular cleansing practice." (as defined by the International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy)

What type of equipment is used for the colon hydrotherapy session?

I use the HydroSan equipment. It is a "closed system, meaning the waste matter is released through a tube that is directly connected to the sewage system. There is no odor and no mess.

How many colonics will I need?

The number of sessions you choose to do really depends on your personal health goals. I individualize all cleanse programs based on what it is that you are trying to achieve. We can chat by email or phone and determine what makes the most sense for you. I get many calls from people who are looking to do a cleanse, feel less bloated, increase energy, lose weight, or get relief from constipation to name a few. On the first session, sometimes a lot of waste material comes out and sometimes not much at all. It just depends on several factors including your ability to relax, the condition of your health and colon, your diet and water intake to name a few.

Can I go to work after a colonic?

Yes, you will be fine to go about your day after the colonic session without any problems.

Do I need to take any herbs while doing a colonic series?

For some people, it is a good idea to combine your colonic series with an herbal cleansing program, although it is not absolutely necessary. I personally like the combination of Baltone and Fiber Regulator. Most people get great results with it.

I have other programs as well. If you would like a personalized program to fit your specific needs, you can arrange an office or phone consultation with me and I will assist you in creating the right cleanse for you. Herbs help you to continue the cleansing process and they help the colon remove a lot more waste material than just the water alone.

Can I do a colonic if I have my period?

Yes. At the time of your menstrual period, your body is already in a mode of cleansing. There is a large absorbent pad underneath you during the session. You can either wear a tampon or go without if you usually wear pads.

Do I need to do anything to prepare for a colonic?

In general ,drink 6-8 glasses of water and/or herbal teas in the days before your session if you can. If you are not much of a water drinker, do the best you can. GOOD WATER INTAKE MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN YOUR RESULTS! Do not eat or drink 2 hours before your session.

The following guidelines are very helpful as well.

24 Hours before your session, it is a good idea to:

* Eat light natural foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains.
* Avoid gas producing foods (broccoli, carbonated drinks, white wine, and anything that gives you gas).

The day of your session

* Don't eat or drink anything 2 hours before the session.

* It is a good idea to avoid alcohol, caffeinated tea coffee, carbonated drinks, chocolate, processed junk foods, dairy products, sugar.

* Have a light healthy lunch.

How long does a session take?

The actual session is 30-45 minutes. You will spend some time in the bathroom afterwards, so give yourself an hour. Sessions start on time. At the first session, you will have some paperwork to fill out when you arrive so come 5 minutes early.

Can I eat after my colonic?

Yes, you can eat right after your session. Healthy choices such as soups, salads, fresh fruits, broth, brown rice and steamed veggies or juices will feel best.

Are the materials used sanitary?

Yes. We use disposable speculums and tubing. Each prepackaged kit is only used once and then disposed of.

Does it hurt?

This might be the number one question that people ask! It does not hurt. You may feel some strange sensations like feeling like you need to have a bowel movement or like pressure building up and then being released. If you have gas, there may be some slight cramping. Most people are afraid to let go the first time as they think that the tube will come out and there will be an explosion. That does not happen even though it may feel like it will sometimes! I use some abdominal massage and acupressure points to facilitate the process and make it more pleasant for you.

Is it embarrassing?

Not at all. During the session you are lying on your back or side and you are covered with a gown and sheet.

Do colonics remove the good bacteria from the colon?

In addition to the removal of old waste material, some of the friendly (probiotic) bacteria is removed from the colon during a colonic. However, the friendly bacteria grows back. A healthy colon has about 80% good bacteria and 20% "bad" (yeasts, E.coli, etc) bacteria. Most people have more "bad" bacteria than they should because of the over consumption of certain types of foods (including sugars and refined/processed foods and antibiotic use) in the diet and certain conditions in the colon that make it a favorable place for bad bacteria to overgrow. A probiotic supplement should be taken after colonic to help the good bacteria proliferate. Incidentally, every time you take a shower or bath, you are removing "good" bacteria from the skin which also replenishes itself.

Who is getting colon hydrotherapy?

People just like you! The people who come to Vitality Flow are interested in improving their well-being.

I've been a raw foodist for a long time, why would I consider a colonic?

Absolutely! The body accumulates toxins from various sources - what we eat is just a part of the story. Living in Los Angeles, our body is constantly filtering toxins from the air we breath. Also, often food is poorly digested and assimilated due to stress (mental or emotional), overeating, eating late at night, dehydration or not chewing food well enough. These factors can put stress our digestive system and cause the colon to retain extra waste.

What are contraindications for colon hydrotherapy?

You should not have colon hydrotherapy if you have any of the following: Severe Cardiac Disease, Aneurysm, Severe Anemia, Ulcerative colitis (not a contraindication if a physician approves colon hydrotherapy) , Crohn's Disease (not a contraindication if a physician approves colon hydrotherapy), Cirrhosis, Fissures, Fistulas, Advanced Pregnancy, Abdominal Hernia, Recent Colon Surgery, Renal Insufficiency. If you have any doubts, consult your physician.

What causes constipation?

Some of the main causes of constipation are sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, insufficient water intake, eating too many processed foods and not enough fiber, constant worry and frustration. There are others.

How much does it cost?

Each colon hydrotherapy session includes acupressure & abdominal massage

Single Colon Hydrotherapy Session $90

Add Ons

+ Reiki $25
+ Simple Cleanse $25
+ Enema Consult $25
+ Simple Nutrition Consult $25

Gift Certificates are now available!

I accept CASH, CHECK, VISA, MASTERCARD, and DISCOVER for payment
Don't eat or drink anything 2 hours before your session
Full 24-hour cancellation required to avoid being charged the full session fee. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Herbal cleanse programs available

Testimonials

I made an appointment for my very first colon hydrotherapy with Cindy, not really knowing what I was getting into and feeling a little unsure of the process. I knew I needed help and I hadn't been feeling very well for a couple of months. My experience with Cindy could not have been better! First of all Cindy is calm, sweet, bright and cheerful and quite the "picture of health" herself, all of which put me immediately at ease. I have found that Cindy has a very gentle but most effective touch as she massages and touches upon acupressure points while administering colon hydrotherapy. She has guided me through the use of the incredible herbal products that assist the cleansing process greatly , especially when used in combination with Cindy's colonic therapy. Her calm nature and vast knowledge of her field have helped me on the road to recovering my health and I would highly recommend Cindy to anyone is search of better health and lifestyle.

~A.C.

I was nervous and shy about getting my first colonic, and Cindy instantly and throughout the process made me feel not only safe and comfortable, but really enthusiastic about the healing that happens when you rid your body of old toxins. I did three colonics in three weeks, as well as taking herbs and cleansing supplements to get the most from the experience, and the results were amazing. I have more energy, my skin is clear, my eyes are bright and sparkly, and I feel great. Part of that is the process, and part is Cindy's genuine care and support of her clients. It was one of the best things I've done for myself.

~B.A.

I was slightly apprehensive about having a colonic, or to be perfectly honest, I was terrified. Not knowing what to expect was intimidating and my imagination was running wild with fear. Thanks to Cindy's expertise and gentle, compassionate manner, the colonic went very well and was a very comfortable procedure. Afterwards, my bloating and excess gas subsided and I felt much better. I would definitely recommend the procedure to anyone who wants to feel better.

~J.F.

Initially, I decided to try a colonic as I had heard that it might help with my eczema since it clears to the body of toxins. Finding a good colon hydrotherapist was another thing. Fortunately, I was referred to Cindy's website an after reading about the process of colonics and after finding out more about Cindy, I was confident I had found the right person. Cindy was even more than I had hoped for. She is so kind, knowledgeable, and was patient to explain every step during the session. Besides being an amazing colon hydrotherapist, she is always willing to explain foods you should eat to feel healthier and more energetic. My eczema is now under control thanks to the colonic sessions and I greatly appreciate everything Cindy has done for me. So if you are thinking about getting a colonic, Cindy is the BEST!

~I.V.

Vitality Flow Colon Hydrotherapy
Serving Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Venice, Mar Vista, Culver City, Palos Verdes, Bel Air, West Hollywood, Hollywood and Hollywood Hills, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach.

The 5 Grossest Things You're Eating | Fitbie

2012-03-25T13:12:00.002-07:00

I found this to bee shocking and informative!

The 5 Grossest Things You're Eating | Fitbie

Vitality Flow Information in Spanish

2011-11-19T15:42:00.000-08:00

Although I do not speak Spanish, I have several clients who come to me who only speak Spanish.

Here is some information from my website translated. If you feel more comfortable with a Spanish speaking therapist, I can refer you!

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¿Qué es la hidroterapia del colon?
¿Qué tipo de equipo se utiliza para la sesión de hidroterapia de colon?
¿Cuantas lavados intestinales voy a necesitar?
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¿Tengo que tomar cualquier suplemento herbal mientras hago la serie de lavado intestinal?
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Testimonios

¿Qué tipo de equipo se utiliza para la sesión de hidroterapia de colon?

Yo uso el equipo HydroSan. Esta directamente conectado al sistema de alcantarillado. Ver foto debajo.

¿Cuantas lavados intestinales voy a necesitar?

Si usted nunca ha tenido un lavado intestinal antes, o si se ha pasado mucho tiempo desde la última vez que ha tenido uno, obtendrá el máximo provecho de él haciendo una serie de 3 o 4 en una semana o 10 días. Dependiendo de su situación individual y de sus metas de salud, puede necesitar más sesiones. Por ejemplo, si usted está tratando de perder una considerable cantidad de peso, usted querrá hacer 10-12 sesiones por 5 o 6 semanas (viniendo 2x por semana). Usted querrá hacer las 3 sesiones iniciales de 1-5 días apartes. El objetivo es limpiar todo el colon. Es inusual poder lograr esto en una sola sesión. En la primera sesión, a veces sale una gran cantidad de material de desecho, y a veces sale poco. Depende de varios factores, incluyendo su capacidad para relajarse, la condición de su salud y de su colon, su dieta y la ingesta de agua para nombrar algunos. Si se fija en la imagen del colon más arriba en esta página, el colon esta destacado en azul claro. Es aproximadamente 5.5 pies de longitud en la mayoría de la gente.

¿Puedo ir a trabajar después de un lavado intestinal?

Sí, usted va a estar bien para seguir con su día sin ningún problema después de la sesión de lavado intestinal.

¿Tengo que tomar cualquier suplemento herbal mientras hago la serie de lavados intestinales?

Si desea obtener el máximo rendimiento de su sesión de lavado intestinal es una buena idea combinar su serie de lavado intestinal con un programa de limpieza a base de hierbas, aunque no es absolutamente necesario. Personalmente, me gusta la combinación de Baltone y Fiber Regulator. La mayoría de la gente consiguen grandes resultados con estos y no son demasiados fuertes como algunas otras fórmulas pueden ser.

Tengo otros programas también. Si desea un programa personalizado para satisfacer sus necesidades específicas, puede arreglar una consulta de oficina o telefónica conmigo y yo le ayudaré a crear la limpieza correcta para usted. Las hierbas le ayudarán a continuar el proceso de desintoxicación y ayudan al colon a eliminar los desechos mucho más que el agua sola. Vea mi página de "Limpieza" para algunas sugerencias de dietas generales que le ayudarán a sacar el máximo provecho de sus sesiones (estas pautas son generales y no serán adecuadas para todos).

¿Puedo hacer un lavado intestinal si tengo mi periodo?

Sí. En el momento de su período menstrual, su cuerpo ya está en un modo de limpieza. Habrá una toalla absorbente grande debajo de usted durante la sesión. Usted puede usar un tampón o no ponerse nada si suele usar toallas higiénicas.¿Tengo que hacer algo para prepararme para un lavado intestinal?

En general, beba mucha agua y/o té de hierbas en los días antes de sus sesiones. No coma ni beba 2 horas antes de su sesión.

Las siguientes guías son muy útiles también.

24 horas antes de su sesión, es una buena idea:
* Comer alimentos naturales y ligeros, como frutas, verduras y granos.
* Beber mucha agua y/o té de hierbas.
* Evitar los alimentos que produzcan gases (brócoli, las bebidas gaseosas, vino blanco, y todo lo que le da gas).

El día de su sesión:
No coma ni beba nada 2 horas antes de su sesión
* Es una buena idea evitar el alcohol, el té y el café con cafeína, bebidas gaseosas, chocolate, comidas procesadas, productos lácteos, y azúcar.
* Coma un almuerzo ligero y saludable.

¿Cuánto dura una sesión?

La sesión actual dura entre 30-45 minutos. Pasará algo de tiempo en el baño después, así que dese más o menos una hora. La sesión empieza a tiempo. En la primera sesión, tendrá unos papeles para rellenar cuando llegue, así que venga 5 minutos antes.

¿Puedo comer después de mi lavado intestinal?

Sí. Opciones saludables, tales como sopas, ensaladas, frutas frescas, caldo, arroz integral y verduras al vapor o jugos le ayudarán a sentirse mejor. Para obtener más información sobre qué comer mientras hace un lavado intestinal o limpieza, vea mi página titulada "Limpieza".¿Son los materiales utilizados sanitarios?

Sí. Nosotros utilizamos espéculos y tubos desechables. Cada paquete sólo se utiliza una vez y luego son desechados.

¿Duel?

¡Esta podría ser la pregunta número uno de todas las preguntas que hace la gente! No duele. Usted puede sentir algunas sensaciones extrañas como sentir la necesidad de tener una evacuación intestinal o un aumento de presión en el área. Si usted tiene gas, puede haber un poco de incomodidad. La mayoría de la gente tiene miedo de eliminar la primera vez porque piensan que el tubo se va a salir y habrá una explosión. ¡Eso no ocurre a pesar de que a veces lo pueda parecer! Yo uso un masaje abdominal y puntos de acupresión para facilitar el proceso.

¿Es vergonzoso?

¡En lo absoluto! Durante la sesión usted está recostada sobre su espalda o de lado y está cubierta con una bata de hospital.

¿El lavado intestinal elimina las bacterias beneficiosas del colon?

Además de la eliminación de material de desecho viejo, algunas de las bacterias beneficiosas (probióticos) también son eliminadas del colon durante el lavado intestinal. Sin embargo, las bacterias beneficiosas crecen de nuevo. Un colon sano tiene alrededor de 80% bacterias buenas y el 20% bacteria "mala" (levaduras, E. coli, etc.). La mayoría de las personas tienen más bacterias "malas", por el consumo excesivo de ciertos tipos de alimentos (incluyendo la azúcar refinada y alimentos procesados y el uso de antibióticos) y las condiciones determinadas en el colon que lo hacen un lugar propicio para mal proliferación bacteriana. Un suplemento probiótico debe tomarse después del lavado para ayudar a las buenas bacterias proliferarse. Por cierto, cada vez que se da una ducha o baño, elimina bacterias "buenas" de la piel que luego también se recuperan.

¿Quién se hace la hidroterapia de colon?

¡Todos! He trabajado con hombres, mujeres, estudiantes, amas de casa, deportistas profesionales, trabajadores de construcción, actores, modelos, abogados, profesores, programadores de computadoras, quien sea.

Yo he sido un crudívoro durante mucho tiempo, ¿debo considerar un lavado intestinal?

Absolutamente. El cuerpo acumula toxinas procedentes de diversas fuentes - lo que comemos es sólo una parte de la historia. Viviendo en LA, nuestro cuerpo está filtrando constantemente las toxinas del aire que respiramos. Además, a menudo los alimentos están mal digeridos y asimilados por el estrés (mental o emocional), comer en exceso, comer tarde en la noche, la deshidratación o no masticar bien los alimentos. Estos factores pueden poner más estrés a nuestro sistema digestivo y causar que el colon retenga más residuos.

¿Cuáles son las contraindicaciones de la hidroterapia de colon?

Usted no debe hacerse la hidroterapia del colon si usted tiene cualquiera de los siguientes: Enfermedad Cardíaca Grave, Aneurisma, Anemia Severa, Colitis Ulcerosa (no es una contraindicación si un médico aprueba hidroterapia), Enfermedad De Crohn (no una contraindicación si un médico aprueba la hidroterapia), Cirrosis , Fisuras, Fístulas, Embarazo Avanzado, Hernia Abdominal, Cirugía De Colon Reciente, Insuficiencia Renal

¿Qué causa el estreñimiento?

Algunas de las principales causas del estreñimiento son el estilo de vida sedentario, la falta de ejercicio, la ingesta insuficiente de agua, comer demasiados alimentos procesados y no ingesta suficiente fibra, preocupación y frustración constante. Hay otros.

Testimonios

Hice una cita para mi primera hidroterapia del colon con Cindy, sin saber realmente lo que estaba por hacer y me sentía un poco insegura del proceso. Yo sabía que necesitaba ayuda y no me estaba sintiendo muy bien durante un par de meses. ¡Mi experiencia con Cindy no podría haber sido mejor! Primero que todo, Cindy es tranquila, dulce, brillante y alegre y es la "imagen de salud" ella misma, todo lo cual me puso de inmediato a gusto. Pienso que Cindy tiene un toque suave, pero muy eficaz mientras masajea y toca los puntos de acupresión mientras administra la hidroterapia del colon. Ella me ha guiado a través de la utilización de los increíbles productos a base de hierbas que ayudan el proceso de limpieza en gran medida, especialmente cuando son utilizados en combinación con la terapia de colon de Cindy. Su naturaleza tranquila y conocimiento vasto de su campo me han ayudado en el camino a la recuperación de mi salud y yo recomendaría altamente a Cindy a cualquier persona que busca mejor salud y estilo de vida.
~ A.C.

Estaba nerviosa y tímida en hacer mi primera lavado intestinal, y Cindy, de inmediato y por todo el proceso me hizo sentir no solo segura y cómoda, pero también entusiastica por la curación que ocurre cuando su cuerpo a deshacerse de toxinas viejas. Me hice tres lavados intestinales en tres semanas de tres semanas, así como tomar suplementos herbales y de limpieza para obtener el máximo provecho de la experiencia, y los resultados fueron asombrosos. Tengo más energía, mi piel está clara, mis ojos son brillantes, y me siento fantástica. Parte de esto fue el proceso, y otra parte es el cuidado y apoyo genuino de Cindy hacia sus clientes. Fue una de las mejores cosas que he hecho por mí misma.

~B.A.

Yo estaba un poco aprensivo acerca de hacerme un lavado intestinal o para ser perfectamente honesto, estaba aterrorizado. No sabiendo lo que podría esperar me era intimidante y mi imaginación estaba loca de miedo. Gracias a su experiencia y manera compasiva y gentil de Cindy el lavado intestinal salió muy bien y fue un procedimiento muy cómodo. Después, mi hinchazón y excesiva se disminuyó y me sentí mucho mejor. Yo definitivamente recomendaría el procedimiento a cualquier persona que quiera sentirse mejor.

~ J.F.

Inicialmente, decidí tratar un lavado intestinal ya que había escuchado que podría ayudar con mi eccema, ya que remueve toxinas del cuerpo. Encontrar un buen hidroterapeuta fue otra cosa. Afortunadamente, yo había sido referido al sitio de Internet de Cindy y después de leer sobre el proceso de lavado intestinal y de averiguar más acerca de Cindy, yo estaba seguro de que había encontrado la persona correcta. Cindy fue mejor de lo que me había esperado. Ella es tan amable, y con conocimiento, y fue paciente para explicar cada paso durante la sesión. Además de ser una hidroterapeuta increíble, ella siempre está dispuesta a explicar los alimentos que debo comer para sentirme más sano y más enérgico. Mi eczema está ahora bajo control gracias a las sesiones de hidroterapia y agradezco enormemente todo lo que Cindy ha hecho por mí. ¡Así que si estás pensando en obtener un lavado intestinal, Cindy es la MEJOR!

~ I.V.0

~ Cindy Fulsom, Hidroterapeuta Dl Colon Certificada~ sirviendo Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Culver City, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Westwood, South Bay (El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Palos Verdes) y el área metropolitana de Los Ángeles.

ColonicsLA.com & VitalityFlow.com

Información dentro de este sitio es para propósitos educativos solamente. Esta información no pretende diagnosticar, tratar, curar o prevenir ninguna enfermedad.

Yoga

El yoga puede transformar su vida en todos los niveles y le ayudará a cumplir su potencial. Es una ciencia sorprendente que es más de 5,000 años de antigüedad. Yoga ayuda a que el cuerpo y la mente funcionen de manera óptima y armónica. En un nivel físico, las posturas de yoga están diseñadas para tonificar los músculos, crear flexibilidad en las articulaciones, balancear los niveles de hormonas y la función glandular, y ayudar a los órganos internos al estirarlos, apretándolos y tonificándolos. Muchas de las posturas de yoga también tienen un efecto extraordinariamente beneficioso en el sistema digestivo. A nivel mental, el yoga reduce el estrés y la ansiedad, induce a la relajación y fortalece la capacidad de concentración.

Yoga y Desintoxicación

Las toxinas se acumulan en el cuerpo con el tiempo porque nos tomamos nuestro cuerpo por sentado. Pasamos muchas horas adentro, alejado de la luz solar natural, encorvado sobre los escritorios o computadoras sin estiramiento o respirando profundamente. El aire viejo se queda en la parte inferior de los pulmones. Comemos demasiados alimentos procesados, no masticamos lo suficiente y no bebemos suficiente agua fresca y limpia. Los ejercicios de yoga y técnicas de limpieza desprenden las toxinas de los tejidos, oxigenan las células, traen la circulación a las zonas estancadas y restauran nuestro estado natural de salud.

Sesiones privadas de Yoga

Limpieza da Agua Salada Yoga (Laghoo Shankprakshalana)
Aprenda cómo limpiar sus intestinos estilo yoga con una fácil limpieza de agua salada combinada con posiciones de yoga específicas que ayudan a mover el agua a través de sus intestinos. Una vez que usted lo sepa, es fácil poner en práctica este método por su propia cuenta. Los beneficios incluyen la mitigación de gases, estreñimiento, acidez y otros trastornos digestivos. Induce el funcionamiento normal de los intestinos. Puede ser utilizado para la desintoxicación general.

Enema

Aprenda a darse un enema con una bolsa de enema. Esta técnica puede ser utilizada para la limpieza general, en el caso de estreñimiento o cuando no se está sintiendo bien. Las heces viejas y el gas son expulsados.

Limpieza del Pasaje nasal (Jala Neti)
El pasaje nasal es la primera defensa de nuestro sistema inmune contra los virus y bacterias. Agua salina tibia se introduce a una fosa nasal y se derrama por el otro orificio nasal. Una olla de cerámica pequeña "Neti" se utiliza. Esta técnica es sorprendentemente cómoda y puede mejorar el sentido del olfato y una sensación de lucidez.
Con la temporada de gripe arriba de nosotros, no hay mejor tiempo para aprender esta técnica.

Práctica Personal de Yoga (Asana, Pranayama y Yoga Nidra)
Las sesiones incluyen posturas de yoga, ejercicios de respiración y meditación, la relajación profunda. Aprenda un programa personalizado que podrá practicar por su cuenta.

Técnicas de Respiración (Pranayama)
Su respiración influye cada célula de su cuerpo y está íntimamente vinculado con el rendimiento del cerebro. La regulación de la respiración puede eliminar los bloqueos físicos, mentales y emocionales. Aprenda a estimular su energía vital con relajante y energizaste técnicas de respiración.

"¡Cindy es una instructora de yoga fantástica! ¡Nos reunimos todos los domingos y
si surge algo y no puedo asistir, no me siento igual!"
~ Holly Madison, modelo y personalidad de televisión

"La yoga trae un mensaje de esperanza a los desamparados, alegría a los deprimidos, fuerza a los debiles y conocimiento a los ignorantes. Es la clave secreta para abrir los reinos de la dicha eterna y la paz duradera profunda".
~ Swami Sivananda

~ Cindy Fulsom, Hidroterapeuta Del Colon Certificada~ sirviendo Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Culver City, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Westwood, South Bay (El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Palos Verdes) y el área metropolitana de Los Ángeles.

ColonicsLA.com & VitalityFlow.com

Información dentro de este sitio es para propositos educativos solamente. Esta información no pretende diagnosticar, tratar, curar o prevenir ninguna enfermedad.

Programas de Desintoxicación y Nutricionales

Para una óptima salud y vitalidad, es importante limpiar su cuerpo una o dos veces al año. Así como el aceite de su coche tiene que ser cambiados regularmente, su cuerpo, para funcionar al mejor nivel, debe ser limpiado de vez en cuando. Hay muchas maneras de limpiar su cuerpo. Usted puede utilizar la hidroterapia de colon, programas de desintoxicación a base de plantas y cambios en la dieta para dar a su cuerpo la oportunidad eliminar la acumulación tóxica. Su cuerpo tiene necesidades diferentes en momentos diferentes. Ofrezco los programas de desintoxicación, limpieza y nutrición siguientes:

Detoxificación Básica
Ideal para aquellos que se están haciendo una limpieza por primera vez o están buscando una simple limpieza para combinar con una sesión de hidroterapia de colon. Este programa de desintoxicación de 7-días incluye 3 sesiones de hidroterapia del colon, una lista de alimentos para comer y evitar, un menú ejemplo, y mi apoyo a través de un intercambio de correo electrónico en el transcurso de la semana.

Detoxificación Básica Plus
Incluye todo en el programa básico, más hierbas limpieza de colon (Baltone y Fiber Regulator).

Limpieza de Parásitos
Una fórmula a base de hierbas divida en dos partes. Limpieza de 15 días.

Detoxificación del Hígado
Una fórmula a base de hierbas divida en dos partes para alimentar y desintoxicar el hígado.

Detoxificación Personalizado
Para los que necesitan un programa de desintoxicación más individualizado. Usted recibirá recomendaciones de nutrición, planificación de comidas, técnicas de limpieza, ejercicios y/o suplementos herbales.

Mantenerse En Buen Camino Con La Nutrición
Un programa personalizado diseñado para ayudarle a desarrollar una dieta saludable. Incluye un análisis de los hábitos alimentarios y estilo de vida actuales, preferencias de alimentos, recomendaciones de comidas para añadir y evitar, ejemplos de menú, cocina saludable y consejos para la preparación, consejos de compras, diario de comida y cuatro comunicaciones por correo electrónico en el transcurso de dos meses.

Otros Programas de Detoxificación y Nutrición
Limpieza de Cándida, Sin Gluten, Lácteos, Vegetariana, Detoxificación de Alimentos Crudos, Control de Peso, Asesoría en Línea con apoyo de correo electrónico. Por favor, consúltenos para más información.

Acerca de:

Cindy Fulsom es la fundadora de Vitality Flow. Ella está una hidroterapeuta del colon, nutricionista clínica y profesora de yoga. Originalmente de Canadá, Cindy fue introducida a una vida saludable a una temprana edad por sus padres que le enseñaron acerca de los alimentos naturales, jardinería, yoga, ejercicio y plantas medicinales. Desde entonces, Cindy ha dedicado más de 20 años a la investigación de métodos naturales que mejoran nuestra capacidad para vivir una vida más vibrante, joven y saludable. Cindy es una riqueza de información sobre los temas de Limpieza/Detoxificación, Nutrición Vegetariana Y No Vegetariana, Anti-Envejecimiento, Alimentos Vivos, Yoga, Meditación, Psicología, Y Reducción del Estrés.

Cindy está certificada en hidroterapia del colon por el Instituto Americano de Salud Natural, el Instituto de Medio Ambiente Interior. Tiene varias certificaciones de la enseñanza del yoga y sus principales mentores han sido Shakti Mi de Prana Yoga y el Zen Center (Canadá) y Swami Satyananda Saraswati (India).

En 2002, Cindy completó el Curso de Yoga y Meditación de 3-Meses en Scandanavian Yoga & Meditation School en Suecia, donde aprendió los métodos profundos de limpieza del sistema digestivo junto con los programas de apoyo nutricional. Se siguió ampliando su ámbito de aplicación de nutrición, técnicas de limpieza, Ayurveda, la fisiología y psicología humana a través del Programa de Estudios de Yoga (Yoga Satyananda, India).

Cindy ha ayudado a una variedad de organizaciones con sus programas de salud, incluyendo Bridges to Recovery, Wellness Community, Xerox Corporation y la Universidad de McMaster. Ella también ha creado programas de salud personalizados para individuos y pequeños grupos.

Cindy disfruta en educar e inspirar a otros para que puedan hacer elecciones saludables en el empoderamiento de sus vidas.

Contacto

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"La salud no es simplemente la ausencia de enfermedad, es tener ganas de bailar al salir de la cama en la mañana."
~ De los textos ayurvédicos

"Véase a sí mismo como la persona que quiere ser. Los estudios han demostrado que la química del cuerpo se ve alterada por el papel que juega actor. La verdad es que todos somos actores en el escenario de la vida, y todas nuestras vidas están moldeadas por los papeles que elegimos jugar”. ~ Bernie Siegel, MD

"¿Si no hay pasión en tu vida, entonces has vivido realmente? Encuentra tu pasión, sea lo que sea. Conviértete, y deja que se convierta en ti, y encontrarás que grandes cosas suceden PARA ti, A ti, POR ti." ~ T. Alan Armstrong

"El agua no es sólo importante para nuestro cuerpo físico, sino que también es responsable de nuestros procesos de pensamiento, sentimientos y estados de ánimo...Si bebemos suficiente agua, nuestro cuerpo puede eliminar las toxinas mucho más rápido".
~ De Water & Salt, The Essence of Life por Dra. Barbara Hendel y Peter Ferreira

Retiros y Recursos

Retiros

Yo estaré ofreciendo sesiones de hidroterapia de colon en el
Spring Splash Rejuvenation Retreat
Eden Hot Springs, Arizona,
30 de abril ~ 4 de mayo 2008
~Zambullase en las aguas sagradas y explore las profundidades de su alma~

Únase a David Wolfe, Kerrie Dancing Butterfly, Shimshai, Elaina Love, Happy Oasis, Fun Yung Moon, Aarona, Mic Ja y el equipo completo de Eden para un viaje poderoso del alma sagrada.

Caminatas y Charlas Sobre Alimentos Salvajes por David Wolfe

Música En Vivo Junto A La Piscina Con Shimshai

Native American Sweat Lodge

Talleres de Inspiración

Instrucción en la Preparación de Alimentos

Charlas de Salud Vibrante

Cocina Vegana Cruda y Elixires

Ceremonia de Fuego Danza de la Tierra

Baños de Lodo Mineral

Yoga y Meditación

5 Piscinas Termales

Servicios Curativos Opcionales:
Sesiones Transformativas Chamánicas, Lecturas de Cartas Espirituales, Hidroterapia del Colon, varios masajes, Masajes de Agua Watsu, Sonido Vibratorio Curativos, Masaje para pies y más...

Yoga

Satyananda Yoga Community (Los Angeles)
Julie's Yoga (Manhattan Beach ~ clases, entrenamiento de maestros y retiros de yogas)
Satyananda Yoga (Cleveland)
Bihar School of Yoga (India)
Escandinavian Yoga y Meditación School (Suecia)

Restaurantes

Alimentos Crudos

Juliano's Raw - www.planetraw.com (Santa Monica)
Euphoria Loves Rawvolution - www.rawvolutions.com (Santa Monica)

Vegetariana

Real Food Daily - www.realfood.com (Santa Monica)
The Green Temple - www.greentemple.net (Redondo Beach)

Ayudar a los demás
Healing Bridges (ayudando a las mujeres y los niños en África)

Acondicionamiento Físico.
Body Inspired Fitness (entrenamiento físico personalizado para todas las edades)

Alimentos Crudos
Raw Food Media (curación a través de la nutrición)

Algunos de mis libros favoritos

Tissue Cleansing Through Bowel Movement, Dr. Bernard Jensen

Food That Heal, Dr. Bernard Jensen

The Body Ecology, Donna Gates

Love, Sex & Nutrition, el Dr. Bernard Jensen

Eating for Beauty, David Wolfe

The Sunfood Diet Success System, David Wolfe

The Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese Tonic Herbs, Ron Teeguarden

The Yoga Cookbook, Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers

Yoga, Tanra and Meditation in Daily Life, Swami Janakananda

Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Swami Satyananda Saraswati

The Healing Wisdom of Africa, Malidoma Patrice Some

Enema monument unveiled in Russian resort

2011-11-07T21:51:00.001-08:00

Enema monument unveiled in Russian resort

Spa director: 'An enema is almost a symbol of our region'

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Nurses posing near a monument to enemas at Mashuk Akva-Term Sanatorium in the town of Zheleznovodsk, Russian Caucasus Mountains region. The bronze syringe bulb weighs 800 pounds and is held by three angels.

updated 6/19/2008 1:04:36 PM ET

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MOSCOW — A monument to the enema, a procedure many people would rather not think about, has been unveiled at a spa in the southern Russian city of Zheleznovodsk.

The bronze syringe bulb, which weighs 800 pounds and is held by three angels, was unveiled at the Mashuk-Akva Term spa, the spa's director said Thursday.

"There is no kitsch or obscenity, it is a successful work of art," Alexander Kharchenko told The Associated Press. "An enema is almost a symbol of our region."

The Caucasus Mountains region is known for dozens of spas where enemas with water from mineral springs are routinely administered to treat digestive and other complaints.

Kharchenko, 50, said the monument cost $42,000 and was installed in a square in front of his spa on Wednesday. A banner declaring: "Let's beat constipation and sloppiness with enemas" — an allusion to a line from "The Twelve Chairs," a famous Soviet film comedy — was posted on one of the spa's walls.

Sculptor Svetlana Avakina said she designed the 5-foot-high monument with "irony and humor" and modeled the angels on those in works by Italian Renaissance painter Alessandro Botticelli.

"This device is eternal, it will never change," she told the AP. "We could promote this brand, turn it into a franchise with souvenirs and awards for medical doctors."

Dozens of monuments dedicated to characters from tall tales and popular jokes have been erected in post-Soviet Russia.

Yoga Salt Water Flush - Shankaprakshalana

2011-02-06T10:22:00.002-08:00

Thanks to the Scanadanavian Yoga and Meditation School for permission to share this article on my blog. The original post can be found at www.yogameditation.com/articles/issues_of_bindu/bindu_8/intestinal_cleansing

Article from Bindu no 8

Intestinal Cleansing – Shankaprakshalana

"Shankaprakshalana purifies the body. By practicing with care, one gets a luminous or shining body." Gheranda Samhita

by Shanti 1996, revised and expanded in May 2009

Many years ago I met a friend on the street who cheerfully told me of a girl he had just met. Then he said something that caused me to prick up my ears: "she rinses her intestines with salt water!" I had never heard the like before. I became both curious and sceptical at the same time!

Katrin's Christmas Present...

A woman wrote to me five months after her first intestinal cleansing:

"As I'm sure you remember, I was allergic to milk and sugar when I visited you in November. I say was, as just before Christmas I received the best Christmas present ever. I cautiously tried to eat normally, and it worked! Since then I haven't had any problems at all. A very happy Katrin."

Hatha Yoga

The yoga tradition is very rich, containing a comprehensive knowledge of the body and mind. It is a science of tried and tested methods, which have been refined over thousands of years. Anyone can use yoga, regardless of what you believe in or who you are. The methods work precisely and without side effects. They give you access to your own resources.

Hatha Yoga is a part of the yoga tradition. It includes the physical cleansing processes, which remove toxins and waste products, and dissolve the coarser tensions in the body. The state of health can be improved with Hatha Yoga. Stomach problems and indigestion, psychosomatic illnesses such as diabetes, asthma and migraine can be relieved, even cured, with yoga.

A young man with diabetes stayed at Haa Course Centre on a longer course. His pancreas did not produce any insulin at all when he arrived, and he had to take insulin several times a day. After just a couple of days of yoga training, his insulin requirement decreased. We teachers had prepared him for the possibility of change after the intestinal cleansing, but we did not expect such a quick response. His pancreas began to work, and towards the end of the course he needed very little supplementary insulin.

Ha stands for the sun and tha for the moon. The sun - warm, active and physical. The moon - cool, passive and mental, reflecting the sun's light.

Hatha Yoga is built upon the knowledge of how to bring the body's organs and functions into mutual balance, thereby creating a harmonious foundation in the physical and mental state. Quite often, restlessness indicates an imbalance in the body.

Physiologically, the yogic principle concerning the balance between heat and cold, exertion and relaxation and between expansion and absorption can be described along with the two complimentary functions of the autonomic nervous system, the sympathetic and the parasympathetic. For example, in fighting situations, the active functions are stimulated: The pupils dilate, blood rushes from the inner organs to the muscles, the heart beats faster and respiration increases. These functions decrease when we rest.

Stress has to do with an imbalance between these two functions, between sun and moon energy, in that both are active simultaneously and can be said to work against each other. This can lead to the occurrence of all sorts of complications, physical as well as mental.

The cleansing processes of Hatha Yoga remove fundamental tensions, which stand in the way of your clarity and concentration. They are divided into six main groups: Shat Karma. Some of the simpler methods are, for example, brushing the teeth and cleaning the scalp. In one text, Gheranda Samhita, they are described alongside other more comprehensive methods.

Such cleansing processes are Nose Cleansing, Neti, where salt water at body temperature is poured through the nose (read Bindu no. 3), and stomach cleansing, Kunjal Kriya, where salt water is drunk and then vomited. Also stomach exercises such as Agnisar and Nauli, where the muscles of the abdomen are rotated, massaging the intestines and kindling the digestion. The breathing exercise Kapalabhati cleanses the lungs. It is also said to "purify the frontal region of the brain" (partly by oxidising the blood). Tratak where you concentrate on the flame of a candle, gives a better balance in the brain and strengthens and cleanses the eyes – it is also an important concentration technique. And finally there is Shankaprakshalana, intestinal cleansing:

Shankaprakshalana

Here we have the most comprehensive cleansing process, which cleanses all the way from the mouth to the anus. In Sanskrit, the approximately seven meter long folded intestine is called Shankha, a conch shell. Prakshalana means to wash thoroughly. In certain texts Shankaprakshalana is also named Varisara Dhauti.

In the intestines, 'residue' accumulates, waste products remain sitting in the small folds of the intestines, around which tensions can arise, binding energy and affecting one's well-being. When the intestines are rinsed, the residue and tensions are removed.

The skin becomes clean and soft and various kinds of skin allergies and eczema are relieved, and can even disappear completely.

The senses are sharpened to such a degree that they feel as though they were muffled, and have now been unwrapped. I will never forget the taste of that boiled carrot I ate after my first intestinal cleansing. Its taste was more carrot-like than I had ever previously experienced.

The effects, however, are not only physical, such as an improvement in taste and sight. When the coarse tensions are removed from the stomach and abdomen, you have the released energy at your disposal, and the body feels light and healthy. It becomes easier to calm down, something that facilitates the learning of yoga and meditation.

Preparation

Important! Even though the intestinal cleansing is simple to perform, it demands guidance by a teacher with personal experience, and should not be done alone, but only together with others in a group.

Therefore, we request yoga teachers who haven't tried it themselves or who don't have a proper education, to abstain from using or teaching it till the necessary experience and proper training has been acquired. We also request writers not to paraphrase this article in their own words. It is based on a personal experience and a direct introduction to the method, and it should not be retold as second hand knowledge.

When you decide to come and do the intestinal cleansing it is necessary to set aside a whole day and not make any other plans for the afternoon and evening. The day before, the evening meal should also be skipped, however you may eat some fruits and drink water or herbal tea, but no dairy products.

If you suffer from an illness tell your teacher before you do the intestinal cleansing.

The Water and Salt

The water for the intestinal cleansing must be physiological salt water, the same salt concentration as the body's own, 0.9%. This allows the water to leave the stomach more quickly, while maintaining the same osmotic pressure upon both sides of the intestinal wall. This means that the body neither absorbs nor yields salt or water in significant quantities; the saline water stays in the intestinal canal on its way down through the body and is evacuated through the rectum.

We have ascertained that some people are allergic to sea salt. We therefore suggest using ordinary salt from deep salt mines, one that is free from any anti-caking agent, such as Himalaya Salt.

The ease with which the water passes through the intestines is also dependent on the temperature of the water. It is perfect when it is like warm soup.

The Procedure

Intestinal cleansing is done by drinking a glass of salt water and performing five simple exercises that help the water to pass through the intestines. Afterwards, you again drink a glass of salt water, do the exercises and continue like this.

After the seventh glass, you begin to go to the toilet following the exercises. Gradually, as you drink more glasses and do the exercises, the water that is evacuated becomes lighter and contains fewer and fewer particles. Finally, it is almost as clear as the water you drink, and completely free from particles.

The intestinal cleansing itself is now over. Altogether, about sixteen large glasses of salt water are drunk. However, do not drink ordinary water during the process and the following four hours.

The Exercises

1/ The first exercise is a variation of The Palm Pose or Tadasana in Sanskrit.

Stand with the arms stretched over your head,
and your hands clasped with the palms up.
Inhale and rise up on your toes.
Balance, looking up at your hands, and hold the breath.
Walk around on your toes, as long as you can hold your breath.

Then come down again on your soles while exhaling.
Stand relaxed for a while with your arms at your sides.

Repeat it altogether three times.

2/ The second exercise is called
Tiryaka Tadasana
in Sanskrit.
We call it
The Tree in the Wind.

Stand with the legs apart,
fold the hands
and turn the palms outwards.

Stretch the arms over the head,
look up at the hands
and sway from side to side.

Do it eight times to each side.

3/ The third exercise is Kati Chakrasana,
The Waist Twist.

Stand with your feet apart
and arms hanging at your sides.

Start swinging your arms from side to side by twisting your body.
When you twist to the right, look as far back as you can over your right shoulder – then twist to the left.

Now swing so fast that your left hand ends on your right shoulder and the right hand swings behind your back and touches your waist round on the left side, and vice versa. Your arms should be so relaxed that they swing out horizontally from the body.

This exercise is also done eight times to each side.

4/ The fourth exercise is called
Tiryaka Bhujangasana, and is translated as
The Twisted Cobra.

First lie on the stomach with the legs wide apart.

Then raise the body up on straight arms and twist the head and torso so that you can look over the right shoulder and see down towards the left heel. Repeat to the other side.

The exercise is repeated eight times to each side.

5/ The fifth exercise, Udarakarshanasana, translates as Abdominal Massage.

Sit in a squatting position with the hands placed upon the knees. Hold the upper body and head erect.

Lower the right knee to the left foot, while pressing the left leg against the body so that it exerts a pressure against the stomach, all the way down to the groin.

Repeat to the other side.

Do it eight times to each side.

Important! The five exercises that are described here cause the water to pass quickly through the alimentary canal, from stomach to anus.

The exercises therefore must be practised in the given order. When you do the exercises after having drunk each portion of the water, they will cause the different sphincter muscles, from the stomach and down through the intestines, to open in the right order.

Kunjal Kriya - Stomach Cleansing

After clear water is evacuated, the stomach must be cleansed.

The water for the stomach cleansing is also physiological, but just below body temperature.

This technique is called Kunjal Kriya, not to be confused with "Kriya Yoga", which is an advanced meditation technique.

In Sanskrit, Kunjal means "to throw up water", and Kriya "process".

You drink the water in one go until the stomach is full – approximately 1½ litres – and, if it has the right temperature, the water will come up by itself. Otherwise you can insert two fingers down your throat and trigger the vomiting reflex.

Stomach cleansing is a simple and quick process that produces a feeling of well-being and deep relaxation.

Therapeutically, Kunjal is used against stomach and digestive problems, headache, nervousness, asthma, common cold and coughing.

If a more thorough acquaintance with the method is desired, then it can be done every morning on an empty stomach, for up to forty days. No special diet is required, but wait three quarters of an hour before you eat anything.

Neti - Nose Cleansing

The nose is cleansed afterwards. It is also done with physiological salt water.

A Neti pot is filled with salt water at body temperature. The spout is placed into one nostril, so that it sits tight. The head is held at an angle so that the water runs by itself in through one nostril and out of the other.

The process is repeated on the other nostril.

Rest and Food

When you have cleansed and dried the nose, done the exercises again, been to the toilet, and gotten the final water out, then lie down and rest for 45 minutes. You don't sleep but just lie and relax, maybe while listening to some pleasant music.

The rest following the intestinal cleansing is described in this way in Yogic Management of Asthma and Diabetes, by Dr. Swami Shankaradevananda Saraswati:

"This is the only time, where the digestion gets a total rest, as it is only when the stomach is completely empty, that the activity of the digestive nerve impulses and glands stops."

When you've finished resting, then you eat a special meal, consisting of rice, split yellow mung beans (mung dal) and ghee (clarified butter, the clear oil from boiled butter). This meal helps the digestive process start again in a gentle and balanced way. Eat plenty. Do not drink water and do not take a bath for the next four hours. Thereafter you must only drink warm water for the rest of the day.

Then take it easy until bed time. You can take a walk in the fresh air, but don't do anything strenuous.

The Diet

What does one eat after the intestinal cleansing?
A diet is observed after the intestinal cleansing, involving mild and easily digestible food, such as boiled grains (rice, pasta without egg, etc.), boiled or steamed vegetables and legumes (for instance beans or lentils). This protects the digestive system and gives the body time to stabilise the effect of the intestinal cleansing.

What does one avoid eating?
During the first ten days the following things are to be refrained from: Coffee, tea, sugar, honey, chocolate, all varieties of sweets, tobacco and also medicine that is not absolutely necessary. Vegetables such as onions and leeks, raw vegetables and spices are also to be avoided, as well as all forms of fruit and dairy produce.

Meat, fish, eggs and alcohol are not consumed for forty days.

Choice of content and preparation of the diet.
If you are in doubt as to what you can eat during the diet period, then do a little experiment and ask yourself whether you would give it to a baby. If you wouldn't, then don't eat it until after the diet.

A diet of boiled vegetables and grains may sound a little bit boring to some, but you can make interesting food by just using your imagination. Already after a couple of days, you can begin to season the food with a tiny bit of herbs, but not strong spices, such as chillies, curry, ginger and the like. Herbal seasoning can be enjoyed in limited quantities, as your taste buds have been awakened from a slumber.

Even though organic vegetables may be a little more expensive than others, the investment is worthwhile. This especially concerns base vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and parsnips.

Intestinal cleansing at our place
At our city schools, we end the intestinal cleansing by going through the diet. On the retreats at Haa Course Center it is easy as the food is served to you.

The body has regained its original sensitivity
When you expand your menu after the diet period, bear in mind the body's increased sensitivity, which perhaps means that you don't need to eat the same as before. Be attentive to the body's signals. After the intestinal cleansing, it is easier than at other times to change one's eating habits. It can also be a good time to stop smoking, as many lose the desire following the process.

The Small Intestinal Cleansing

There is also a shorter version called Laghoo Shankaprakshalana. It is used by people undergoing special treatment, for example diabetics. They do it every day for forty days following the larger Intestinal Cleansing.

It is simpler because there is no diet to observe afterwards, and only six to eight glasses of saltwater are drunk. The same exercises are done after every second glass.

The little intestinal cleansing is done in the morning on an empty stomach. In contrast to the full intestinal cleansing, which is normally done only once or twice a year, the small one can be done as often as necessary.

In Hospitals in the East and West

Statistics – May 2009

Since the foundation of the Scandinavian Yoga and Meditation School in 1970 in Copenhagen, roughly 21.000 people have done Shankaprakshalana with us — in our different city schools, in retreats we have held abroad, and at Haa International Course Center. Some people have done it more than once.

We began using the gallstone cure mentioned below in the late eighties, but we have no figure on how many have done it.

"Yoga hospitals" can be found in many places in India, where people with various psychosomatic illnesses, such as asthma and even diabetes, are treated. Common to them all is that medicine is not used in the treatment; it consists entirely of yoga techniques.

The Yogic Treatment-cum-Research Center in Jaipur, Rajasthan in India was founded by Swami Anandananda, where he collaborated with a team of doctors. A group of yoga teachers from the Scandinavian Yoga and Meditation School visited Swami Anandananda in 1973.

The treatment at the institution in Jaipur consisted of intestinal cleansing, followed up by various yoga programmes and supplemented with the small intestinal cleansing, which was done as often as necessary with regard to the patients needs. With these simple forms of treatment, diabetes (especially type II diabetes) and asthma patients experienced a noticeable improvement, if not full recovery.

A special surgeon at the University Clinic in Cologne, Germany, heard about the intestinal cleansing from a colleague who had tried it on one of our courses. He became so interested in trying the technique on his patients prior to their operations, that he invited one of our yoga teachers to Cologne. Normally the doctors would use a method where the patient would sit on a special chair with a hole in the seat, and put a stomach pump in them. In this way the intestines were rinsed with a saline solution. It is a harsh treatment to say the least. The first one to do the intestinal cleansing was a 75 year old woman. The doctor was very surprised to find how easy, with the help of the exercises, the water passed through her system. He was even more surprised the following day during the operation, when he discovered that her entire alimentary canal was completely clean - no particles could be found even in the folds of the intestines.

Intestinal Cleansing and Gallstone Cure
– a personal experience of an effective method – by Laxmi

When I had gallstone pains, I went to the hospital to confirm that it was gallstones. I got an appointment for ultra-sound scanning, and later I should arrange a date for an operation. I said that I would only be operated on if it was absolutely necessary, and that I would first try an old-fashioned oil therapy to get the stones out.

When I came home to the yoga school I did the intestinal cleansing. It took a little longer than usual, as I couldn't do the exercises thoroughly due to the pain, which felt as if there was a knife just below the ribcage on the right side. After the intestinal cleansing I rested for an hour as usual, and then – instead of the food – I drank a litre of olive oil. I managed to drink the oil by thinking about the operation I was avoiding and the two week stay in the hospital afterwards. Since then, I have heard that it is sufficient with two decilitres of oil.

The next couple of hours I needed to rest again, so that the oil could work in peace. I lay on my right side and waited for the gallstones to come out. I went to the toilet a few times, but only oil and slime came out. At one point I gave up waiting, and ate the food and took it easy for the rest of the day.

The next morning, when I went to the toilet, a large green gallstone as big as the nail on my thumb came out, and the pain was gone!

There was still a heavy sensation around the gallbladder, so I repeated the same process again a week later - intestinal cleansing, rest, this time only half a litre of oil, then again rest and food. The next morning I was prepared and caught over thirty smaller gallstones in a sieve.

A few days later I did the treatment for the third time. This resulted in half a handful of gallstones the size of grains of sand – and the last heavy sensation around the gallbladder was gone.

What a relief! Gallstones emitted by a participant on a 14 days retreat at Haa Course Center, after a session of intestinal cleansing and oil treatment.
________

The time had come for a close examination before the operation. I took the small grass-green stones in a glass to the hospital and told them what I had done and that there was no longer any pain. The scan showed that there were no more stones left. The doctor's conclusion was, "you can't just go home and remove the gallstones yourself, so there has probably been a misdiagnosis from the start." The slightly elder doctor, who performed the ultra-sound examination said to me in all confidence that research was being carried out on the effect of fatty acids on gallstones.

This all happened thirteen years ago, and I haven't had any more stones since. I have done the treatment quite a few times just to be on the safe side, but only green liquid from the gallbladder comes out. Naturally, I do yoga exercises that keep the gallbladder and the other digestive organs in form. Other teachers and students who have tried the treatment at our Scandinavian Yoga and Meditation School have had equally good results from it.

A similar oil therapy is used by some health farms and natural doctors. My late grandmother removed her gallstones by drinking double cream and melted butter.

If you have a problem with the gallbladder, you can contact an experienced yoga teacher at one of our schools.

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Hatha Yoga

Shankaprakshalana

Preparation

The Water and Salt

The Procedure

The Exercises

Kunjal Kriya - Stomach Cleansing

Neti - Nose Cleansing

Rest and Food

The Diet

The Small Intestinal Cleansing

In Hospitals in the East and West