Most people seek medical care only when they are feeling bad – a stomach ache, a cold or flu, pain, or other ailment. In addition, the ready availability of over-the-counter medications and online medical sites leads many to self-diagnose. This often leads to misdiagnosis or prolonged unmanaged care. Visiting a health care practitioner before feeling the adverse effects of an illness can be beneficial and may lead to better long-term health.
The preventative medical practice of detoxification can assist in ridding the body of excess toxic minerals and chemicals that may have accumulated. Everything we ingest has an effect on us, and often our digestive systems are not able to effectively handle highly processed and chemical-laden foods. The build-up of toxins in the body can lead to a variety of illnesses including headaches, chronic fatigue, acid-reflux, digestive disorders, arthritis, and even cancer and other degenerative diseases. Darlene Holloway at Alternative Health Center in Cary comments:
Colorectal cancers are the second largest cause of cancer deaths in this country, with the expectation this year of nearly 60,000 deaths out of about 150,000 reported cases. Further, the survival rate for people with colon cancers found early is better than 90 percent—so the great health challenge is to educate people about colon health and encourage appropriate screening.
Colon hydrotherapy is a very effective and therapeutic way to detoxify the body. Warm, purified water is introduced into the colon, where it gently dissolves and removes waste material, such as feces, gas, mucus, and toxic compounds. The result is a cleaner, healthier colon and improved overall health. Periodic cleansing of the colon prevents stagnation and minimizes the exposure of the colon wall to chemicals and other potential cancer-causing agents.
Another effective therapy is ion cleanse detoxification. This process removes excess acid and other toxic substances from the body and helps to neutralize the body’s pH balance. Typically, ion cleanse detoxification is done via a footbath, during which osmosis extracts toxic compounds from throughout the body. Using colon hydrotherapy or ion cleanse detoxification periodically will aid in the removal of excess chemicals and lead to better digestive function and overall health.
By becoming more aware of what we put into our mouths and avoiding processed foods, sugar, salt, and other chemicals, consumers may prevent many digestive and health-related illnesses. Diet is a critical issue. We’re not seeking one ‘right’ avenue of approach, but are concerned chiefly with the function of the body as a complete system.
With the abundance of natural and organic foods available at local farmer’s markets and natural health food stores, consumers have many choices for eating foods that benefit the body. In conjunction with using natural and organic foods, a licensed health practitioner can recommend other ways to detoxify the body. So, instead of waiting until you feel bad enough to visit your doctor, be proactive about your health, and learn how to detoxify with colon hydrotherapy, ion cleanse and other natural therapies.
Darlene Holloway, LMBT, CT, ST, is a nationally certified Colon Hydrotherapist. She can be reached at Alternative Health Center, 919 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary. Phone 919-380-0023.
Article by Megan Cutter
Popularity: 39% [?]
Related posts:
Darlene Holloway, LMBT, CT, SIT has been a practicing natural health care provider since 1980, serving others by integrating a variety of non-traditional, preventative, restorative, and natural health maintenance therapies. She is a graduate of the Florida Institutes of Natural Health and the Florida School of Massages where she received training in numerous alternative therapies culminating in her certification as a Natural Health Care Practitioner in 1981.
She continues to build on her knowledge, and today holds the highest level of certification as an instructor in the International Association of Colon Therapy (I-ACT) and is certified by the National Board of Colon Hydrotherapy. Darlene is training in Structural Integration, one of the most advanced forms of muscle therapy. She holds a license in Massage Therapy with North Carolina and maintains a Florida license in Colon Hydrotherapy and Message Therapy.
In 2008 Darlene became the president of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association, a group committed to upholding high educational standards for the practice of colon hydrotherapy in North Carolina. Darlene continues to expand her knowledge in Naturopathic Studies to provide options and the highest professional standards for individuals seeking effective assistance outside of traditional health care.
Memberships and License information: Darlene Holloway and her Alternative Health Center of Cary are members of: * American Massage Therapy Association – AMTA * Member/Instructor of IACT, the International Association of Colon Hydrotherapists * The National Board of Colon Hydrotherapy Florida License # MA3984 North Carolina License #638 
