Intestinal Detox Maintenance Package FAQ

 

Do I need to change my diet during this natural colon cleansing?

There are no food restrictions on the colon detox, but be smart. Reduce your intake of what causes problems in the first place: processed foods, excessive amounts of meat, commercial dairy, and sugar. Try to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.

Do I do the heavy metal cleanse during this colon cleanse?

Yes, if you are doing the Metal Magic, now is the time to take it. Although not mandatory, it makes all the sense in the world to do the heavy metal detox and the colon cleanse at the same time. The two detoxes complement each other. However, you do not want to take the Metal Magic and the Colon Regenerator at the same time each day. In fact, any dietary supplement or medication you are taking, including the Metal Magic should not be taken within 20 minutes before or 60 minutes after the colon regenerator powder so that there is no chance the powder will absorb the medication or herbal remedy. The problem is probably more theoretical than actual, but why take a chance. The Metal Magic pulls heavy metals out of your bloodstream and out from your body's soft tissue and then safely carries them out of your body. The Colon Regenerator draws heavy metals out of the walls of your intestinal tract and colon and then safely passes them out with your stools. The two work together nicely to pull toxins out of the body and safely out the colon.

Will the Regenerator drink interfere with my medications?

No, but again, to be on the safe side, it's recommended that you take any medications a minimum of 20 minutes before or 60 minutes after the colon regenerator powder so that there is no chance the powder will absorb the medication.

What is a normal bowel movement?

A normal bowel movement is soft and unformed. It should break apart when it hits the water -- or at least when flushed. This is not to be confused with diarrhea, which is characterized by water.

What is the right amount of Colon Corrective?

It's when you sit down on the toilet and say "WOW!", It's when you finish and look down and say, "Did all that just come from me?" In other words, if you have to ask if you're taking enough, then you're probably not. And, because Jon's formulas are more than just fiber, don't always expect to see the form of your colon in the toilet.

Will I experience gas and bloating on the colon cleanse?

If you were to start a car that had been sitting idle in the garage for years, you would not expect it to start right up. You would expect to have to crank it over several times. You would expect it to blow some smoke, to backfire several times, maybe even shoot some flames out the tail pipe -- but then settle down and begin to purr. Your bowel is no different. Gas and bloating are the smoking and backfiring of the bowel. Work through it. Once you have rebuilt your bowel function, your intestinal tract will begin to purr like a well-tuned engine.

Are there any special concerns if I have an overactive colon?

Yes. If you have an overactive colon, then you do not want to take the Colon Corrective, which would increase that activity even more. If you have diarrhea or an overactive colon, start with the Colon Regenerator; to soothe and calm your colon down. Eventually, as your colon function returns to normal, you may want to incorporate some Colon Corrective into your program.

What if I miss a day on the colon cleanse?

The more consistent you are, the better the overall results. If a dose is missed, make it up one hour after you have taken your next scheduled dose and take the Regenerator for an extra day or two to finish the canister. In the end, though, a cleanse is defined by finishing the canister no matter how many days it actually takes.

Should I continue taking my vitamins and other supplements during the colon cleanse?

During the intestinal detox, you can continue to take all of your supplements. And once again, to be on the safe side, it's recommended that you take any supplements or medications a minimum of 20 minutes before or 60 minutes after the colon regenerator powder so that there is no chance the powder will absorb them.

Is there any harm in continuing the Metal Magic® Heavy Metal Detox past the 30 days?

After an initial cleanse of 30-days, a 10-day heavy metal detox every 6 months should be enough to keep you in good shape - unless you eat a lot of high-mercury fish, or have more than a few amalgam fillings, in which case every 2 months is advisable. Incidentally, you do not want to use a chelation-type formula every day. Your body actually needs small amounts of some heavy metals

Will Metal Magic® dissolve the metal fillings in my teeth and affect my dental work?

No. Metal Magic® will not affect your dental work or any artificial implants in your body.

Should I have my amalgam fillings removed before the heavy metal detox?

Pulling out amalgam fillings before detoxing heavy metals is always a good idea, but not necessary. Simply repeat the detox slightly more often because you have a guaranteed source of mercury still in your mouth. However, you will certainly want to detox "after" having amalgam fillings removed to capture any mercury that entered your body during the removal process.

Could some of the symptoms of heavy metals (grinding teeth at night) appear again while on the detox?

Yes, there can be a mild exacerbation of symptoms as the mercury is being released from the body tissue by the cilantro and is in the process of being bound to the chlorella and passed out of the body. That should lessen as you continue the heavy metal detox.

My Metal Magic® dropper isn't working; it doesn't draw liquid from the bottle.

Tiny bits of chlorella and/or cilantro can make their way into the Metal Magic® during manufacturing. That means you will often see bits of the ingredients in the bottle, not just clear liquid. These ingredient bits can also settle in the dropper causing a blockage. To remove the blockage, first try shaking the bottle thoroughly. If that doesn't work, try using a toothpick or a needle to clear the matter from the tip of the dropper. And if clearing the dropper does not work, then you can measure the liquid needed (1 dropper equals1/4 tsp).

Pertaining to the instructions, how much is a 'dropper' or 'dropperful'?

One dropper equals 1ml, as marked on the dropper.

How many Colon Corrective capsules will I have to take before I start the Colon Regenerator?

Because everybody is a little bit different, it's impossible to predict how many Colon Corrective capsules it will take for you to experience the Wow Factor, but by increasing your intake of Colon Corrective by one capsule per day, and with a little patience, you're bound to see the desired results. For some people that will take only one capsule. For others it will take more. A couple of people have had to take up to 17-20 capsules a day before they experienced results. Note: once they got everything running smoothly for a few weeks, they were able to gradually back that down to a much smaller number of capsules. The bottom line, though, is that it's necessary for you to accomplish this first before you begin adding the Colon Regenerator.

How often should I have bowel movements?

Two to three times a day, or once for every major meal you ate the day before.

I did the colon detox but missed the liver detox. Can I still do it or do I need to do the colon detox again?

As long as you've done the colon detox within 3-4 months of the liver detox, you're fine. You can pick up again with the kidney & liver detox.

I want to do the colon detox and liver detox both at the same time. Can I do that?

Only in the most extreme circumstances when at deaths door. Otherwise, it is imperative for you to understand that you must complete the colon detox program before embarking on the liver detox. The reason for this is simple and easy to understand. The liver dumps its waste through the bile duct and directly into the colon. If your colon isn't clean first, all that toxic bacterial sludge can back up into your bloodstream and produce a very strong detox reaction.

I've done colonics before. What makes your Colon Detox Program so different?

Colonics are useful for removing loose fecal matter. They do not, however, remove the hardened fecal matter glued to the walls of the bowel or buried deep in any bowel pockets. They also do not draw drug residues and toxins out of the tissue of the walls of colon or help soothe and rebuild inflamed or damaged tissue. A good herbal colon regenerator formula does all that and more. For further and more detailed information, refer to Jon Barron's book Lessons from the Miracle Doctors, and research reports found at Baseline Nutritionals.

I've just finished the colon cleanse. How long should I wait until I do the liver detox?

You can begin to do the liver detox at any time you choose.

Is doing one colon cleanse enough to clean out my intestinal tract? Should I do it again, and when should I do it?

Good question! One colon cleanse is enough to clean out the intestinal tract of the average adult over the course of the 30 day program. However, in extreme cases, you can start in all over again with a second colon cleanse after completing the first one. Or, give your body a time-out before beginning again. The choice is yours. And keep in mind that you will probably want to repeat the detox every few months (Jon recommends doing a colon detox twice a year) to remove new toxins acquired just from being alive in a toxic environment. Remember, it's not just about fecal matter. It's about heavy metals, drug residues, chemical residues, dysbiosis, parasites, etc.

Is it normal to have abdominal tenderness?

No. You may experience muscular movement, along with occasional cramping and aching, but these effects are minimal.

My mother is taking medication for her heart problems. Can she still do the colon and liver detox?

For obvious legal reasons, we cannot diagnose or prescribe for specific medical conditions, merely provide information. With that in mind ... Many people using medications have successfully done the detoxes with their doctor's permission and guidance. When doing the colon detox, make sure you don't take your medications within 60 minutes of taking the detox powder. There is a small chance the detox powder could absorb the medication if you do. Also, when doing the detoxes have your doctor monitor your condition carefully since the detox may require an adjustment in your medication.

My mother is diabetic and has high blood pressure. Can she also use this cleansing?

With her doctor's permission and guidance, many people who are diabetic and have high blood pressure have successfully done the colon cleanse with great results.

Can continued use of Senna create dependency?

Jon answered this question in detail on the Baseline Nutritionals website. When you look up any formula in the catalog, all of the ingredients are linked to full descriptions of what they are and what they do. Here is the link to the Colon Corrective page, concluding with a complete answer to the question concerning senna dependency: Colon Corrective

Why am I experiencing rectal bleeding?

Rectal bleeding (unlike internal bleeding) is normally an insignificant condition -- similar to a bloody nose. It occurs due to a preexisting colon condition that leads to constipation and straining. As Colon Corrective wakes up the system and helps break apart toxins and build up, a few drops of blood may appear -- looking quite dramatic as they spread through the water. (Internal bleeding, on the other hand, is characterized by black or dark purple stools. If you experience internal bleeding see your doctor immediately.)

Why can't Colon Corrective and the Detox Packages be shipped outside the US?

The Colon Corrective contains “Aloe Ferox” which is on the endangered species list. The Aloe Ferox we are using is not endangered; it comes from a farm in South Africa. They grow Aloe Ferox to be used as an ingredient in formulations, however, some authorities don’t care about that. The Detox Packages cannot be shipped outside the US as they both contain Colon Corrective.

Why do I need to take the Colon Corrective and Colon Regenerator together? Isn't using the Colon Regenerator enough?

No. These products are designed and formulated to work together in fully detoxifying your intestinal tract. The Colon Regenerator alone can be binding when used all by itself, whereas the Colon Corrective continues to stimulate the natural muscle movement of the colon in order to adequately complete the elimination and cleansing process. Many people on the one scoop a day detox can get by with one, or even no Colon Corrective. But everyone doing the accelerated detox of 5 scoops a day will have to take sufficient Colon Corrective or they will absolutely bind up.

The Colon Regenerator gives me stomach pain, gas & bloating. Is this a bad reaction?

In his book Lessons From The Miracle Doctors, Jon Barron talks about the healing crisis. In it, he describes what happens when we begin to detoxify the colon: the Colon Regenerator is literally removing the toxic bacterial sludge from deep within the walls of the colon. And from the time this begins to happen, through the time it takes to eliminate this toxic sludge out of the body, it remains in a free floating state. During this time, the body can experience feelings of gas, bloating, or even a general feeling of malaise. This is a very common occurrence, and nothing to be alarmed about. Typically these feelings will be gone after having a good bowel movement. Drinking plenty of water also is also encouraged to help flush out the body. For further references on the healing crisis, refer to The Healing Crisis.

I have been on the detox for a week and nothing. When can I start seeing some results?

If you want more dramatic results, then you should do the Accelerated 5-scoop a day program. The 1-scoop a day program is gentler and ultimately more beneficial since it provides healing over a much longer period of time, which is why Jon Barron prefers it. But if you want the dramatic, then you should opt for the Accelerated program, which will create more interesting bowel movements for you. (Also, keep in mind, that some of the pictures you see are the most dramatic pictures culled from years of detoxes in clinics. Not everyone eliminates long chains of hardened rubber fecal matter.) ACCELERATED COLON DETOX METHOD We must warn that this method is extensive and not recommended if this is your first time detoxing the colon. Day 1 Start with one capsule of Colon Corrective during, or just after, dinner. This formula works best when mixed with food. Day 2 In the morning, you should notice an increase in your bowel action and in the amount of fecal matter you eliminate. The consistency should also be softer. If you do not notice any difference in your bowel behavior (or the difference wasn't dramatic), increase your evening dosage to two capsules. Days 3-7 You can continue to increase your dosage of Colon Corrective by one capsule each evening until you notice a dramatic difference in the way your bowel works. By the end of the first week, you should know what your dosage is. If not, then remain on the Colon Corrective for as long as necessary to get regulated before you go to the next step (the Colon Regenerator). Remember, it has taken most of us years to create a sluggish bowel; so let's be patient for a few days and increase our dosage of Colon Corrective by just one capsule a day -- only. Days 8-14 One hour after a light breakfast, take 1 level scoop of Colon Regenerator with at least 8 oz of diluted juice. Repeat 1/2 hour before lunch, a couple of hours after lunch, 1/2 hour before dinner, and 1 hour before bed -- for a total of 5 scoops a day.

My brother is a kidney transplant patient. Can he also use this cleansing?

The cleanse puts no additional stress on the kidneys, and it does not change the immune system, but you should first have your brother get clearance from his doctor.

I can't use your tinctures because they have alcohol in them, what should I do?

You can eliminate most of the alcohol in the tinctures by adding the tincture dose to some warm water. As the water cools most of the alcohol will evaporate.