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A good enema program occurs when you are able to infuse enough filtered water into your colon to stimulate peristalsis throughout entire colon, thus cleansing entire colon and not just rectal or sigmoid areas. Once enough water is in colon, you then expel it, and resulting waste, into toilet. You then repeat process one or two more times. This is similar to a simple enema, except for volume of water you inject. Most people will find that, when done slowly, they can easily take 1-3 quarts of water.

Enema bags are a perfect tool for putting water into your colon. An enema bag usually holds between 1-6 quarts of water. What follows are some simple guidelines for taking a successful enema series*:

Find a comfortable, warm area where you can lay down; yet, is easy for you to get up from and to easily get to toilet. The bathroom floor can be ideal due to proximity of toilet. Many prefer to take an enema series right in a hot bath tub. In this way, you are more comfortable and relaxed as your body is slightly lifted off ground. Others prefer to take their enema bag, a Rubber Matt and their IV Stand into their bedroom or sunny living room. Taking an enema in a sunny location is quite therapeutic, especially during winter months. Try different locations until you find what works for you.

Prepare your first enema solution. Before you fill bag, make sure tubing clamp is shut tight so no water spills out as you are filling bag. Using plain water often works well. The essential oils Peppermint, Frankincense, Fennel, and Lavender (1-3 drops of each) stimulate peristalsis and immune function. You can try them together or individually. I recommend them over soap, but if you want to use soap, use one teaspoon to one tablespoon of Dr. Bonners Hemp Aloe Vera Baby-Mild Pure Castile Soap. This will promote a positive musculature response, without chemical exposure, and move your bowels well. Water temperature of 98-103 degrees Fahrenheit is ideal. Hang bag at least two feet above your body. Some people find that preparing two to three enemas using two to three different enema bags, at start of enema series, works best. For this purpose, it is an excellent idea to own an IV Stand.

Use a non-petroleum lubricant. Petroleum products always take a toll on your liver. I like Super Salve best or a similar plant-based lubricant. I will use sterile, water soluble lubricating jellies such as Surgilube. Olive oil and Vitamin E oil also work. Lie on your right side or your back, which ever makes insertion easier for you. Insert lubricated nozzle. See article about enema equipment to determine which nozzle is right for you.