Pasadena
Colon Hydrotherapy

The human microbiome interacts with many body processes and is important for skin health and hair growth. Recent studies suggest that an imbalance in gut bacteria can trigger inflammation throughout the body, which may affect conditions like androgenetic alopecia and other types of hair loss. The gut-skin axis connects gut health to skin issues, indicating that changes in gut bacteria can disrupt signaling in the nervous and immune systems, worsening conditions that lead to hair follicle shrinkage.

Such inflammatory cascades also have been implicated in various dermatological disorders, including seborrheic dermatitis, commonly associated with the manifestation of dandruff. The correlation between scalp health and gut microbiome integrity cannot be overstated, as emerging research suggests that metabolites produced by balanced flora play a pivotal role in modulating immune responses and maintaining dermal homeostasis.

During your first visit, you'll be asked to complete a health history form and consult with the colon hydrotherapist. From there, the procedure is fairly easy, painless and lasts no more than 45 minutes. First, the hydrotherapist will gently insert a disposable tube into the rectum and begin allowing warm water to slowly enter the colon. The water loosens and flushes out fecal matter, which the hydrotherapist can see through a clear window in the colonic machine. This allows her to observe anything of concern, such as parasites or undigested food. She may carefully massage your abdomen to assist in the elimination of lodged waste. Once the hydrotherapy portion of the process is complete, you will have the opportunity to use the bathroom to release any remaining water and feces.

It has long been thought that accumulated fecal matter can negatively impact one's overall health. Some of the conditions that may benefit from the use of colonic hydrotherapy include:

• Constipation
• Reducing or eliminating harmful bacteria or yeast
• Releasing stagnant toxins that can leach into the bloodstream
• Kick-starting weight loss
• Improving absorption of water, vitamins and nutrients
• Clearer skin
• Better mental focus