In addition to the classic applications of enemas such as constipation and fasting support, enemas can also provide quick and natural relief in many other situations.
Enemas for bloating
Increased gas volume in the intestinal tract leads to a feeling of fullness and increased flatulence.
Enemas can help remove intestinal gases and gas-forming bacteria. Enemas can help remove intestinal gases and gas-forming bacteria.
Enemas for fecal incontinence and colostomy
The aim of enemas is to empty and cleanse the bowel at the desired time, so that the affected person usually experiences no further bowel movements for several hours afterwards.
Enemas for ulcerative colitis
In cases of inflammation of the left-sided colon, anti-inflammatory medications can be introduced into the rectum with the help of an enema device.
Enemas for diagnostic and therapeutic measures
Enemas can be used for examinations and operations in the anorectal area (e.g., before colonoscopy or rectoscopy).
Naturopathy: enemas during fasting / therapeutic fasting
Cleansing the intestines is just as essential during therapeutic fasting as adequate hydration. During therapeutic fasting, the bowel becomes sluggish because it is no longer regularly filled.
Daily bowel movements may cease. Daily bowel movements may cease. Residual stool may ferment and rot. The substances produced in this process (e.g., ammonia) burden the body and detoxifying organs (liver, kidneys), which can lead to unpleasant symptoms such as headaches and fatigue. Regular enemas can prevent this, significantly increasing well-being during therapeutic fasting.