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Coffee detox for a healthy body By M itc h Arc eo -C r u z
Advancements in technology have brought many advantages that enable us to live fast-paced lives. This includes the consumption of instant or fast-food meals, which may be convenient, but will cause health issues in the future. Fast-food meals contain more fat than fiber and nutrients that the body needs. Constipation is a common effect, trapping toxins within the body. Unhealthy eating habits and lifestyles lead to illnesses that prevent us from living normal lives. To have a healthier body, it is important to detoxify. When the body gets rid of toxins, the organs are able to function properly. With all the detoxifying procedures available in the market, it may be confusing to choose the procedure
Dr. Emehly Sevilla - Castillo, M.D.
that suits your needs. to the surface of the tissue. The caffeine is therefore Vine Holistic Medical Aesthetics has the solution for
absorbed more quickly (and in higher concentration)
you: coffee enema. “The use of coffee in enemas for
than it is in when coffee is drunk,” she relates.
detoxification purposes is well-known. It is a common herbal remedy that has been suggested by holistic and
With coffee enema, the effects are evident as soon
alternative medicine professionals for many years,” says
as the procedure is done, though some effects will
Dr. Emehly Sevilla-Castillo, medical director and founder of
set in after 24 hours. For first timers, the treatment
Vine Holistic Medical Aesthetics.
can be done every other day or as the need arises. Sessions will decrease gradually from once a week to
Coffee enema works by injecting coffee to flush out
twice a month and to once a month, depending on the
impurities in the rectum and large intestines. It stimulates
physician’s evaluation.
bile and hepatic glutathione-SH production, both of which are claimed to help detoxify the body of cancer patients
For those who want to avail of this service, remember
undergoing Gerson therapy, an unconventional form of
to eat light meals (not fasting) before the procedure.
cancer treatment.
After treatment, take your daily vitamins or maintenance medications if needed, and avoid eating
Enemas and colonics (high enema) have been used for
heavy meals.
centuries, and are proven safe and effective. The procedure can result in temporary weight loss, relieves constipation,
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chronic pain, depression, fatigue and insomnia, boosts mood
2H, mezzanine level, The Grand Hamptons Tower II,
and energy levels and reduces stress.
1st Ave. cor. 31st St., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
Some may argue that drinking coffee could also produce
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some of these effects, but Dr. Sevilla said otherwise.
(02)217-2687, (02)843-3023, or (02)805 2678,
“The effects of having a coffee enema are not the same
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as drinking coffee. The veins of the anus are very close
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