Sexual Health of Men

The sexual health of men is not as complicated as that of women. Show a man a certain type of image and if his brain and nervous system are working properly to produce nitric oxide, then a response will usually occur. That's not to discount any mental, emotional, and spiritual components but it is the physical component that has the greatest impact on man's sexual health. This article will focus on what men can do to improve the physical component of their sexual health. The side benefit is that these suggestions can also positively impact your overall wellness and how you age.

In all the information I gathered to prepare for this article, two overriding issues kept surfacing. These two health issues were consistently present. The first is hormone levels. The second is cardiovascular health. Most men would understand how hormone levels could apply but few ever consider cardiovascular health.

Cardiovascular Health!

Your cardiovascular health is as important to your sexual health as it is to your overall health. The reason why centers on the health of the endothelial cells that line the blood vessels of your body. The creation of nitric oxide occurs in these endothelial cells. Nitric oxide researchers believe that nitric oxide can correct up to 90% of all penile dysfunction. When the endothelial cells are damaged by high blood pressure, high sugar levels, cholesterol, and smoking this decreases nitric oxide production. Endothelial cells and their ability to produce nitric oxide are critical to the sexual health of men.

Hormone Levels!

At its simplest level, sex is just a hormone driven function designed to perpetuate the species. With that said, the sexual health of American men is in trouble. Testosterone levels have been decreasing over the last 20 years. Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone. It plays an important role in maintaining bone and muscle mass. Low levels of testosterone have been linked to lowered libido and diabetes. Diabetes can affect the endothelial cells of the blood vessels compounding the problem of lower testosterone levels.

Over the past two decades, the level of testosterone in American males has decreased by 16 percent. Researchers don't know why. But there are some clues. The recent Nurses' Health Study revealed some important truths as they apply to women. Some of those truths also apply to the sexual health of men because they affect both hormonal levels and cardiovascular health.

Additionally, as testosterone levels have decreased this has resulted in reduced muscle mass and tone, reduced metabolism and energy and an increase in body fat. Not a sexy combination! You can accept it and do nothing about it. Or, you can begin to live life by making healthier eating and exercise choices. Choices that will help your body actually be younger physically than your chronological age.

You Have Control Over the Process!

Every day you replace approximately 1% of your cells. That means that 1% of your body is new today, 1% is new tomorrow, and 1% is new each and every day of your life. You choose whether those new cells will be nourished properly or poorly. You choose whether you will have healthy and vibrant cells that act young. Or, sickly and sedentary cells that act old.

The sexual health of your body will be affected by the choices you make. I call it "The 1% Solution!" and it will positively affect the cardiovascular and sexual health of your body.

Choices Affecting Sexual Health!

The Nurses' Health Study highlighted five critical lifestyle and diet behaviors. They are:

o Carbohydrates - Slow verses Fast!

o Fats - Natural verses Artificial!

o Protein - Animal or Plant!

o Body Weight - Your BMI!

o Exercise - Is It Important?

If you look at this list, three critical components emerge: Diet, Weight, and Exercise! Now you might think that this only applies to women. It doesn't! Each of these factors will affect your cardiovascular health and hormonal balance. Each of these factors also affects the health of your endothelial cells and their ability to produce nitric oxide. Nitric oxide production is the most important component to the sexual health of men. Let's look at how all of these factors impact your sexual health.

The Diet Component!

You are what you eat and drink. The sexual health of your body and the cardiovascular health of your circulatory system will be greatly determined by your food and drink choices. These choices will also impact the potential for disease and how you age.

Your first choice is in the area of carbohydrates. Are you choosing foods and drinks that are high in fast carbs (simple sugars)? If you are, then you need to understand that:

o Fast carbs disrupt hormone levels.

o Fast carbs create the potential for high blood sugar that can lead to diabetes.

o High blood sugar can damage the endothelial cells of your blood vessels reducing the production of nitric oxide which is critical for good sexual and cardiovascular health.

Learn to consume foods that are high in slow carbs (complex carbohydrates). Slow carbs will help to keep your blood sugar levels normal and your hormonal levels balanced. Drink water instead of sugary drinks and diet sodas. Drinking water hydrates your system, helps you balance your hormone levels, and aids in weight management.

Your second choice is in the area of fats. Eliminate all trans fats from your diet and replace them with natural, heart-health fats. The Nurses' Health Study clearly showed how disruptive trans fats are to fertility in women. As little as four grams of trans fat (the equivalent of two tablespoons of stick margarine, one medium order of French fries or one doughnut) began to disrupt their hormonal balance.

How much of your diet consists of trans fats from fast food restaurants? How many orders of French fries and doughnuts have you consumed at work? Although I can't give you any hard research on men, it makes sense that we can be as affected by trans fats as women are. It's time that you incorporate foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids (such as wild, cold-water fish, walnuts, and flax seeds) since essential fats help to balance hormone levels and promote healthy cell function.

Your third choice is in the area of protein. According to the Nurses' Health Study, women who got their protein from plant sources rather then from animals took a big step toward improved fertility. Animal protein can adversely affect your sexual health. It also has a direct influence on cancer!

If you're not willing to give up your beef, pork or chicken, then invest the time, energy and extra cost to make sure that these sources of protein are hormone free. This also applies to your dairy products. Much of the industry still relies on hormonal injections into their livestock to help increase food production. Eating meat from these animals and their byproducts will affect your hormonal levels. If you're not willing to switch to plant-based protein sources, then make sure your meat and dairy sources are hormone free.

The Weight Component!

Like it or not weight impacts the sexual health of your body. Why? Because fat interferes with your hormonal balance! Fat also stresses your cardiovascular system. This additional stress on your cardiovascular system will compromise the sexual health of your body. Currently, 66% of Americans are overweight with at least a third being obese. Diets are not the answer. America has been dieting for the last 50 years. It has had no real impact on slowing down overweight and obesity rates.

You need a paradigm shift from "dieting" to "healthy eating". Make food choices based on how it will improve your health and wellness, not on how it will impact your weight. Most people who do this see their weight stabilize or decrease.

The Exercise Component!

Exercise is important for both sexual and cardiovascular health. Inactivity saps the body of its ability to respond to insulin and makes you less efficient in absorbing blood sugar. A study from the Electronic Journal of Human Sexuality highlighted that people who exercised on a regular basis:

o Feel better about themselves.

o Think they are more sexually desirable.

o Experience greater levels of satisfaction.

It's always important to check with your physician or health care provider before you start an exercise program. Once you have their OK, than strive to get at least 30 minutes of exercise per day. Aerobic exercises like walking, jogging, biking, and swimming are important and seem to increase circulation to the pelvis and the reproductive organs. But don't forget about strength training exercises. Strength training exercises will help you maintain bone health and density. Additionally, strength training exercises will increase your spatial awareness. This is a very positive feeling that improves your overall well being.

The Nitric Oxide Component!

You cannot live without nitric oxide. Your cardiovascular system could not function properly without nitric oxide. The sexual health of your body revolves around the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide production is dependant upon the health of the endothelial cells of your blood vessels, and adequate supplies of the essential amino acid L-arginine.

High blood pressure, high sugar levels, high cholesterol levels and smoking all affect your endothelial cells in a negative way. Damage to these endothelial cells will reduce nitric oxide production. This can compromise the blood flow to the sexual organ resulting in reduced sensitivity and/or erectile dysfunction.

Since nitric oxide is synthesized from the essential amino acid L-arginine, your diet needs to include protein sources and/or supplements that contain this amino acid. It needs to be emphasized that L-arginine is not a hormone and it is not testosterone. However, when properly brought into the body it can cross the blood-brain barrier to signal the hypothalamus to naturally trigger the pituitary gland to produce growth hormone. This is the key to eliminating any negative side effects typically associated with hormone supplements like DHEA and HGH.

Please note that L-arginine has a dark side and can cause some serious side effects. Read my article, "L-arginine, Nitric Oxide and Sexual Health!" for more information on this essential amino acid.

Conclusion!


If you continue a life of inactively, animal protein intake, sugary drinks, foods made from refined grains, increased body fat, and inadequate nitric oxide production, then you will become part of the new reality for America. This new reality includes epidemic increases in diabetes, continued high levels of cardiovascular disease and stroke, continued high levels of cancer, and poor sexual health especially for those over the age of 40. As Aristotle said, "We Are What We Repeatedly Do!"

By taking the necessary steps to improve your diet, manage your weight, exercise properly and increase your body's ability to produce nitric oxide you will experience positive changes in the sexual health of your body. If you repeatedly take these positive steps you will also improve your wellness and slow down your aging.

One Final Thought!

Although the hormonal balance between men and women are different, the process of change is the same. Many of the steps that improve the sexual health of men will also help improve the sexual health of women. Encourage your spouse or partner to implement these changes with you. If you both take the steps to improve your health, then you will both be reward in the bedroom, and in living your life to its fullest.

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Vitamin D3 - What It Does For Your Body

While vitamin D is good for your health, very few people are aware of its two different forms and their effect on the body.

Vitamin D is often known as the sunshine vitamin and most people do not know that it has two forms, D2 and D3, of which only vitamin D3 is produced through the natural synthesis of sunlight on the skin. Plants and fungi on the other hand produce Vitamin D2. You can find vitamin D2 more commonly, as milk, cereals and juices are fortified with it. The two forms are commonly known as ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).

What are The Differences Between Vitamin D2 and D3?

The biggest difference between the two forms of vitamin D is the way it is produced. Plants produce the D2 form while D3 is a byproduct of synthesis of ultra violet B rays from sunlight penetrating the body's surface. It can be found on the skin or surface of animals and is commonly found in the wool of sheep.

Of the two forms, D3 is considered beneficial to the body as it controls the level of calcium and phosphorous in the blood, which is vital for bone development and growth. It can be stored in the body tissue until it is required. D2 on the other hand is not a natural form in the human body as plants and other invertebrates synthesize it. It is not as easily absorbed by the receptors in the body and as a result does not have the same effect as D3. Both versions of the vitamin are available as supplements in pill or liquid form. D3 has the longer shelf life of the two. Because the supplements are made from animal sources, many vegetarians do not use them and opt for vitamin D2 supplements instead.

The Function of Vitamin D3

Although it is classified as a vitamin, vitamin D3 is a hormone. When sunlight falls on the body's surface - the skin in our case - it synthesizes to form vitamin D3, which is circulated in the blood stream to help in the absorption of calcium and phosphorous that is received from digested food sources. The calcium is used for building and strengthening teeth and bone mass. In addition, calcium also has a role to play in the production of hormones in the body by transmitting nerve impulses to the brain. Almost 99% of your vitamin D supply is used for regulating the calcium in the body; the remaining part is utilized for strengthening the immune system and maintaining muscle strength.

Benefits of Vitamin D D3

While excess vitamin D3 can be stored away in the fat cells for future use, deficiency of vitamin D in the body can have adverse effects on the health of an individual.

Getting the right amount of vitamin D can have numerous benefits on the body. It is responsible for strengthening teeth and bones, improving bone density and prevents weakening of the muscles as it promotes absorption of calcium in the blood. Older people with sufficient amounts of vitamin D3 are less prone to ailments such as arthritis, osteoporosis and osteomalacia. In children and infants, it can help in bone growth and development and prevent diseases such as Rickets.

Vitamin D3 also reduces the risk of certain types of cancer in men and women such as prostrate cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer. It can reduce the risks associated with certain pregnancy related infections including bacterial vaginosis that poses a threat of premature labor and fetal death. It prevents or improves other conditions such as diabetes and multiple sclerosis. It can also lower the risk of heart disease, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It gives a boost to the body's immune system and can help prevent influenza and seasonal allergies.

Due to the role that vitamin d plays in influencing the production of hormones in the body, it can also improve certain skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo, besides controlling moods. In countries that experience low sunlight conditions during a few months of the year, the body is unable to get its adequate share of vitamin D through natural synthesis. During this period, vitamin D3 supplements can help in reducing the symptoms of depression and seasonal affective disorder.

So remember, for healthy teeth and bones, as well as good health, you need to get the right dose of vitamin D3. The best source is sunlight. However, you need direct sunlight as the UVB rays cannot penetrate glass. The further away you are from the equator, the longer you need to be out in the sun to produce the right amount of vitamin D. Darker skinned people require a longer period of exposure compared to lighter skinned people. Sunscreens can also limit the amount of UVB rays that are absorbed by the skin. If you can't do this, then I recommend vitamin D3 supplementation to keep your body healthy.

Top 5 Things That Will Save Your Life

Staying physically fit and active is an absolute must but for most, our body starts to protest at some stage and pain and injuries can appear. Aching muscles & joints, ligament & tendon damage, electrolyte imbalances causing cramps and hydration problems are all common complaints. Most of these symptoms can be prevented though, especially with the correct use of protein, as well as a few specific nutritional supplements.

Amino acids are the building blocks from which proteins are made. So far 22 have been identified and they can be linked together to form more than 50,000 different proteins. The body continuously breaks down the proteins eaten into amino-acid complexes and free amino acids, which it then recombines to form whatever proteins it needs to maintain itself. Amino acids supply the raw materials for maintaining the genetic code (DNA), repairing damaged muscle tissue, for cell division, making enzymes, building new connective tissue and making hormones and neurotransmitters.

Not all protein foods contain the same balance of amino acids. As a reminder, protein is anything that comes from an animal - so meat, fish, eggs and dairy products, as well as nuts and seeds and soy products. Some other foods do contain protein too. Protein foods of animal origin are regarded as "complete" protein because they contain all the amino acids in an approximately ideal balance. Eggs in particular provide protein that is biologically complete. Vegetable sources vary in their balance of amino acids.

Try to include a serving of protein at every meal and snack. A cupped palmful at main meals and a level palmful at snacks. Also, if protein is eaten within 8 minutes after resistance training, this will be utilized for the repair of tissue, helping to prevent muscle pain and fatigue.

Taking a Glucosamine supplement is a must, to provide building blocks to help repair cartilage, ligament and tendon damage. This natural ingredient, mainly derived from crustacean shells, was trialed in Europe in the 1980's and was found to be effective in reducing joint pain, joint tenderness and joint swelling. Joint function and physical performance always improved with its use. Findings were observed after 4 to 10 weeks of Glucosamine administration. In these studies, 1500 mg per day was used. The results were so convincing that Glucosamine has become a first line treatment for osteoarthritis in several European countries.

Look after your digestion. You may think your digestion is good, but is it really? Can you honestly say that you feel energized after eating food? Do you experience gas, belching, acid reflux, constipation or diarrhoea? Having good digestion is really the key to good health. Your digestive system is involved with the breaking down and then absorption and utilization of nutrients from the food you eat and drink. If it's not functioning optimally, or if the foods or fuel you consume are not ideal, then your body will struggle to carry out its normal day to day functions and fatigue and illness can be the result.

Remember that what goes in, must come out; ideally within around 12 hours after consuming it. If this process is not efficient and/or if the transit time for waste matter to be eliminated is too slow, a toxic environment is produced in the intestinal tract. Our intestine is where we absorb nutrients from the food eaten. If there is accumulated waste matter built up in here, not only will you absorb the nutrients from the food eaten, but you will also absorb the toxicity created by this retention of waste matter. Yuck!

Just like the car enthusiast who keeps his vehicle finely tuned; using only the best fuel and oil, knowing this is the only way to ensure it continues to run optimally, we need to make the same choices when it comes to our body (our vehicle!). A regular tune up and "service" is vital to ensure everything continues to function as well as it can. Start the New Year off by completing a detox. There are many well structured detox packs available, that require little or no life style changes; except drinking more water. If this isn't for you, then increase your daily water intake and eat fresh raw fruits and/or vegetables at each meal. Those from the brassica family are some of the best for helping with better detoxification in the body, so a stir-fry and coleslaw are good additions to the diet. Remember that you will benefit from any improvement, so don't make excuses.

Hormones and glandular health. Stress, alcohol and recreational drugs can negatively affect sexual performance, hormonal levels and balance. As well as this, many common foods eaten on a daily basis contain residues of hormones, which enhanced the growth of that food. When we ingest this, it has a direct impact on our own hormones, mainly by increasing estrogen levels. A high estrogen level in men is not good and can shut down or affect the normal production of testosterone in the body. High serum levels of estrogen trick the brain into thinking that enough testosterone is being produced, thereby slowing the natural production of testosterone.

Another problem is high levels of an enzyme called Aromataze. Aromataze enzyme converts testosterone into estrogen in the body. Inhibiting the Aromataze enzyme results in a significant decline in estrogen levels, while often boosting free testosterone levels. Therefore, taking an agent designated as an "Aromataze inhibitor" may be beneficial for men who have excess estrogen.

One of the easiest ways to determine your existing hormonal levels is to have a hormone test. Armed with the results from this, you will be able to target any hormone specifically, whether high or low, to correct any imbalance that it showed.

Having a good mate to talk to is a must for all people, but definitely men. Statistics in New Zealand show that men aged between 25-45 have been identified as one of the groups most at risk of experiencing depression; as they are less likely to seek help, have less contact with their GPs than women, and are not likely to talk openly about issues they are experiencing because of the stigma of not coping. Symptoms of depression include finding it hard to get enthusiastic about things, emotional sadness, low self confidence and social withdrawal. Statistics show that New Zealand men who are aged between 25-45 have the highest rate of suicide by life stage, than any other group. What ever the problem, help is at hand. Look in the Personal help services of the local directory or online using a New Zealand search engine.

Many people experiencing depression may be suffering with a serotonin deficiency. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter or chemical messenger involved with a number of major regulatory processes in the body. These include sleep, mood, libido (sexual interest) & body temperature.

Serotonin is a word often associated with the use of substances like E, P & BZP, as taking these depletes this vital brain chemical. Prolonged stress, as well as a high protein, very low carb diet will also contribute to low brain levels. In the winter months many people suffer with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also called the winter blues, which is linked to light deprivation. Studies show that the seasonal variations in natural light alter levels of the hormone melatonin, which subsequently causes reduced levels of serotonin. Working in enclosed spaces without natural light can cause the same kind of problem, with all of these creating a wide range of serotonin deficiency symptoms.

The most common symptoms relating to low serotonin are depression, carbohydrate craving & binging, sleeping problems & insomnia, compulsive obsessive disorders, anxiety & appetite changes.

Consider taking 5-HTP (5-Hydroxy L-Tryptophan), an extract from a plant seed called Griffonia, which is converted to serotonin in the brain. If your serotonin level is low, taking 5 HTP will top it up quickly. Going out side in the sunlight for 20 minutes a day will also help, as this is also needed for efficient serotonin production.

Remember depression is a symptom of something else happening in the body. The cause of this needs to be isolated, so the problem can be dealt with effectively, once and for all.

Had a good nights sleep lately? Some sleep specialists estimate that fifty percent or more of the US population suffer from sleep deprivation. Sleep deprivation is more about lack of quality sleep rather than lack of hours of sleep. This distinction explains why some people wake rested and refreshed after six hours while others are still weary and bleary eyed after nine hours.

The human body carries out many vital processes while sleeping. These include the production of growth hormones and other chemicals, the regeneration and/or repair of damaged tissues, recharging and strengthening of the immune system, preparing the body's energy stores for the next day and the removal of toxins in the body.

There are many things that need to be looked at if quality of sleep is an issue for you. These include the amount of stimulants you consume (tea, coffee & chocolate based products), when and how much of what foods you eat during the day, your nutritional stasis, your stress levels, your hormonal balance.... the list goes on.

If you have a problem with getting to sleep, consider taking a supplement high in magnesium, with co factors such as calcium and zinc. These minerals help to soothe and calm nerves and muscles, helping to promote relaxation in the body. Common deficiency symptoms of these include muscular cramps and twitches, jumping at sudden sounds and being unable to switch your brain off at night time to fall asleep.

We all consume far too many stimulants. Keep tea and coffee to no more than 2 cups a day and don't consume them past 2pm. Consider caffeine free alternatives such as caro, ecco or inka, herbal teas such as chamomile, lemon balm or rooibos (not green tea, which contains 2/3 the amount of caffeine as found in a cup of coffee).

Health Tips For You

Watch What Goes Into Your Mouth

MESSAGE IN THE FAMILY TREE

Close on the heels of the news that sugar is addictive comes a second body blow - your bad eating is being passed on to your children through your genes. Researchers at the Baker 101 Heart and Diabetes Institute found that human cells have the ability to "remember' and can replicate the effects of a poor diet on a body for weeks, months, and even generations. According to lead researcher Prof Assam EI-Osta: "We now know that chocolate bar you had this morning can have very acute effects, this is what we refer to as the burden of memory." 'The changes initiated by diet create a kind of ghost that lives within our genes, and that these epigenetic changes remember the effects the study showed that very specific molecular events occur after the consumption of high glucose food causing chemical changes to people's genetic controls. These changes continue beyond the meal itself, and have the ability to alter natural metabolic responses to diet. The good news - the flip is true as well: By having a good diet, you can pass on a healthy epigenome to your children.

Revealing Eyes

TELL-TALE PEEPERS

Your eyes are the most important physical feature you have when it comes to how others assess your age and vitality, according to a recent study at University of Tennessee Health Science Center published in Ophthalmology.
o Although the eye area represents only 21 per cent of the total face, study participants spent 46 per cent of the time looking at this region while assessing age.
* The nose attracted about 19.2 per cent of total scrutiny time during age assessment, followed by the forehead (13.3 per cent) and area between eyebrows (10.6 per cent).
* In fatigue assessments, participants spent 44.7 per cent of the time looking at eyes, followed by the nose (18 per cent), forehead (13.7 per cent) and area
between eyebrows (12.3 per cent).

Color Your Moods

BLUE LIGHT FOR THE BLUES

It has long been associated with negativity, but according to researchers, the color blue can send self-confidence soaring and boost happiness levels. Researchers from the University of Sussex exposed volunteers to a range of colors and light.

They found that blue and green made male subjects feel happier, while blue, purple and orange did the same for women. It was found that blue and red improved confidence levels among men, while blue and purple were best in this respect for women. The study found that exposure to bright colors in general held out many benefits.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Renews Energy

As the body ages and changes through the different stages of life it loses its ability to produce certain hormones naturally. In both men and women the decreases in their hormone production can greatly alter their energy levels, not to mention the effect that the reduced amounts of testosterone or estrogen have on the libido or a person's ability to burn off fat and gain enough restful sleep throughout the night. Even though the body is still able to function without the higher levels of hormones that are produced by people under the age of 30, the body and overall health of an individual is affected by the decrease of the testosterone or estrogen that was once freely produced by the body.

For some men and many women in Asheville hormone replacement therapy is an essential part of their general healthcare. Taking injections of the appropriate hormone therapy has helped many individuals to regain their natural energy levels and increase their vitality and enthusiasm for doing a number of activities that they had thought were no longer available to them. Under the care of a licensed physician a number of residents of Asheville receive hormone replacement therapy and enjoying the benefits of living a healthier and more substantial lifestyle.

With their energy refreshed and their testosterone or estrogen levels increased to where it was when they were younger, some individuals are able to better manage their health and keep themselves fit and trim. Participating in various activities that require their hormone levels to be at their highest levels it is possible to find a fountain of youth through the doctors that provide Asheville with hormone replacement therapy.

The Top 20 Health Benefits From A Colon Cleanse

Colorectal cancer is the number two cancer killer of Americans and is one of the leading cancer killers in the world. The colon is often referred to as the 'sewer system' of the body since it is where the body stores its waste. Most people don't like to talk about problems with their colons out of embarrassment, but this is a vital organ to a person's overall health. A colon cleanse program is a proven solution to use that helps the body to remove potentially harmful toxins.

The colon is the part of the digestive track where waste materials are stored before leaving your body. Some people experience bowel movements daily, while others have issues with constipation and irregularity. Even if a person experiences regular bowel movements, fecal matter can remain lodged in the large intestines for extensive periods of time. This fecal matter can release toxins into the body that can lead to disease in the body. A colon cleanse can help a person to avoid and reduce the effects of multiple diseases. These are the to 20 health issues that can be reduced or prevented when using a regular colon cleanse program:

· Age spots

· Bad breath

· Bloating

· Candida

· Constipation

· Diarrhea

· Diverticulitis

· Diverticulosis

· Dull skin tone

· Eczema

· Excess gas

· Fatigue

· Indigestion

· Intestinal organism infection

· Irritable Bowel Syndrome

· Joint pain

· Lower back ache

· Muscle aches

· Poor digestion

· Weight gain

Colon cleansers act to assist the large intestine to break down hardened fecal matter and to help purge any parasites. This process helps to reduce the effects of the diseases that were mentioned. Most ineffective colon cleansers only address the small intestine, and while they can be effective in bowel movements, they are not effective at moving the fecal matter that has been present for some time in the body out of the large intestine. This type of cleanse is more effective at reducing the harmful effects of the diseases that were mentioned.

Colon cancer is on the rise among men and women across the world since people's dietary habits have changed. Common diets now include fast foods, processed foods and foods packed with preservatives. It is thought that most colon cancers develop from polyps that are not removed and left untreated. Polyps can capture fecal matter and other toxins that can eventually form into cancer. Many people have turned to colon cleansing as a regular health routine and prefer to use natural sources, versus harmful stimulants.