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Your body is amazing. No, really! In this new series on ‘My GI Tract’ we’re going to take an interesting journey through our gastrointestinal (GI) tract and learn how each part of this tract aids digestion.

Over the next few months, we’re going to look at each of the 10 parts of the GI tract with a step-by-step account of the digestive system’s workings. Are you ready to explore just how incredibly unique the digestive system can be? Tune in and get ready for the ride!

Here’s what we shall be exploring:

The 10 parts of the GI tract and their functions: 1. Mouth 2. Oesophagus 3. Stomach 4. Small Intestine 5. Pancreas 6. Liver 7. Gallbladder 8. Colon 9. Rectum 10. Anus

The four main components of the digestive system 1. Gastrointestinal tract 2. Pancreas, liver and gallbladder 3. The body’s enzymes, hormones, nerves, and blood 4. The mesentery

What is the digestive system?

The human digestive system (also known as the digestive tract, the GI tract, the gut or the alimentary canal) is the unsung hero of our torso. It is made up of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and your liver, pancreas and gallbladder.

The GI tract is a muscular tube around 9 meters (30 feet) in length that runs from the mouth to the anus. The digestive tract (where are food is digested) is comprised of a series of organs. The main organs include the oral cavity, oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine (colon), rectum and anus. Helping them along the way are the pancreas, gall bladder and liver adding secretions to help digestion.

What is its function?

The function of the digestive system is to break down foods (from three major food groups – carbohydrates, proteins and fats) into simple components that can be easily absorbed by the body. We eat foods to obtain energy and nourishment. Our body needs nutrients in order to stay healthy and function effectively. Nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. The digestive system breaks down and absorbs nutrients from the food to use for important things like energy, growth and cell repair.

Your gut is the only organ with its own independent nervous system, comprising of 100 million neurons embedded in the gut wall! With this in mind and together with intricate processes, the digestive system is one of the most diverse and complicated systems in the human body.

Tune in next time as we begin our journey into the depths of the GI tract, delving into the workings of the oral cavities.

To find out about how to keep your digestive system working effectively, and to book your appointment, get in touch with us now.

Have you ever wished there were more hours in the day? We are living in an era of continuous change. Our home and work life is changing at an alarming pace, and in ways we cannot predict. We live in a world that offers us more choice and more freedom than ever before. This can be exciting, but at the same time it’s important not to feel overwhelmed by all that modern life demands of us.

Those of us who are feeling overwhelmed haven’t totally lost the ability to deal with the stress effectively. It’s just that sometimes things build up so much that your gut is overwhelmed. The problem comes when your system is overwhelmed by everything it’s processing and this exposes weaknesses.

The impact of meditation on gut health 

Meditation activates the parasympathetic or ‘rest and digest’ response. This can alleviate digestive issues by easing the symptoms of IBS, reducing inflammation and maintaining a health gut barrier. This can lead to improving nutrient absorption and metabolism. When your body is relaxed, it can direct much energy towards proper digestion.

What can you do to decrease stress and improve your ability to digest? 

There’s nothing better at protecting your body than the natural processes that are hard-wired into your system. But sometimes those processes need a little help to work as well as they possibly can.

There are many ways to balance the stress response, reduce chronic stress and improve gut health. For your mind, meditation is key. There are various methods of meditation (see below). It’s important to pick and choose the technique that best works for you. And if you want to increase the effectiveness of your digestive health alongside meditation, it’s been proven time and again how effective regular colonic treatments are at flushing out the build-up of toxins and bad bacteria to optimise gut function.

• Deep breathing: triggers the parasympathetic nervous system, which activates processes involved in rest, repair and digestion. We recommend a process called Box Breath: Four counts of breathing in, four counts of holding your breath, four counts of exhaling and four more counts of holding after your exhale.
• Mantra mediation: involves chanting a word, phrase, or sound. Chanting provides a point of focus that steadies the body and the mind and also helps regulate your breathing.
• Guided meditation: a type of meditation led by a teacher, in person or via audio or video. You listen to your guide while they lead you through a series of relaxing visualisations. As you gradually relax and become more and more still, stress fades away, and your mind becomes clearer.

Sometimes we just need to take a breath, go inward and relax. Do it often. Your gut and digestive system will thank you for it.

Incorporate Meditation Into Your Life 

In this fast-paced world, we need a way to regulate the stress in our lives, and meditation practice is a simple way to start. As your stress levels lower and your nervous system regulates, your digestion can improve, and you’ll have more energy for doing the things in life that bring you joy.

Show your gut some love and support today, get in touch to discuss regular colonic treatment to give it the support it needs to do the job it was designed to do. Contact us via ww.claritywellbeing.co.uk or email us at info@claritywellbeing.co.uk.

Clarity Wellbeing is working with Hammersmith Hospital

Hammersmith Hospital has been referring a large percentage of the hospital’s outpatients to our colonic hydrotherapy services at Clarity Wellbeing. We have successfully been helping these patients rectify any complications and/or persistent symptoms weeks and months after initial Covid-19 infection ‘long Covid’.

Hammersmith Hospital is a specialist hospital renowned for its strong research connections. It offers a range of services, including renal, haematology, cancer and cardiology care, and provides the regional specialist heart attack centre. The Hospital treats over 1,000,000 patients per year.

Here at Clarity Wellbeing, we are finding that the gut microbiome in most of our clients have been significantly depleted as a result of the Covid-19 vaccine, resulting in various symptoms, with the most common being constipation, fatigue, headache, shortness of breath, heaviness in the abdomen area, sleeping issues and bad breath.

Function of the gut microbiome

The gut is home to trillions of microorganisms, including more than 1,000 species of bacteria. The gut microbiome is a significant regulator of the immune system — in turn, an imbalanced gut can impair the immune response, including injuring tissues and prolonging inflammation.

Altered gut microbiome

The Covid-19 vaccine has been designed to trigger an immune response to one of the surface spike proteins of the virus that enables its entry into human cells. The vaccine induces local inflammatory reactions. Since tissues of the gut are involved in immune response to the Covid virus, adverse reactions could be due to the altered gut microbiome composition. This could mean that an altered gut microbiome composition is strongly associated with persistent symptoms in patients with Covid-19 up to 6 months after clearance of the Covid-19 virus.

Therefore, balancing out the gut microbiome is proving to be an effective solution for the management of the Covid-19 vaccine induced adverse reactions.

What can you do to improve your gut microbiome?

• Changing your diet to include fermented foods and consuming less sugar
• Having regular colon hydrotherapy treatments
• Taking prebiotics and probiotics
• Avoiding antibiotics
• Exercising
• Reducing stress
• Getting enough sleep

Regular colonic hydrotherapy treatments can help to strengthen your gut barrier function. Friendly bacteria are important as they help boost immunity. At Clarity Wellbeing, our high strength probiotic (28 billion) and herbal formulae are of high quality and highly effective.

Seeing improvements

We are finding that in nearly all of our clients, homeostasis of their system has been compromised due to Covid-19, long Covid and the Covid-19 vaccines. It is highly important to return the body to a balanced state to avoid any long-term conditions.

Following a single session of colonics, our patients have noticed a significant reduction in their symptoms. As we begin to flush out all the build-up and blockages in the system, the body returns to homeostasis, which results in our clients feeling well again. They are no longer constipated, sleep better, feel more rejuvenated and no longer experience fatigue. By the end of their 3 colonic sessions (once a week), most people are feeling fully back to themselves.

Get in touch

Our treatments at Clarity Wellbeing are performed by a qualified colon hydro-therapist with a high level of expertise in the area. If you are someone who is experiencing adverse reactions from the Covid-19, long Covid and/or the Covid-19 vaccines, get in touch today to book your colon hydrotherapy consultation.

Email: info@claritywellbeing.co.uk

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Are you ready for springtime? Spring symbolises rebirth and change. The days are already getting so much lighter and longer and nature is beginning to wake up from its winter slumber. As Mother Earth begins its regrowth and replenishment phase, let this inspire us to take a look inwards – into restoring and refreshing our own health and wellbeing.

Keep your immune system healthy! 

Winter is a challenging time for your body’s immune system: viruses and germs are more likely to spread during the winter months. We can use all of the tools that we have to increase our body’s natural immune responses and cleanse unhealthy toxins from your system.

There are many ways to clean out your body. In the same way that you spring clean your home, colonic hydrotherapy treatments are a great way to spring clean your body. Through cleansing, you can release toxins stored in various areas of the body. To avoid re-absorption of these toxins, they exit the body through the urinary system, lymphatic system and most importantly, the digestive system.

Benefits of colon hydrotherapy 

The colon is known as the body’s sewage system. A colonic cleanse can aid in removing toxicity released into the large intestine, making your cleanse more effective than other forms of cleansing.

Colon hydrotherapy cleansing has been proven effective for constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, digestive disorders, headaches and migraines, weight loss, fatigue, skin conditions, kidney function, allergies, parasites… and much more! Colonics are also highly beneficial in terms of energy and emotional wellness. It allows you to release tensions and heavy emotions. You can feel lighter on every level!

Contact our qualified team 

So, if you’re looking forward to the springtime sunshine and want to feel recharged, refreshed and ready to tackle the world, contact our qualified team today and we will be happy to discuss the right treatment for you. Find out more about our package offers via www.claritywellbeing.co.uk

No matter how tidy your house is, we can all use a Spring Clean. After all, a clean inside is a happy outside!

Wishing you happy spring cleansing, from all at Clarity Wellbeing.

Are you still experiencing the long-lasting symptoms of long Covid? Our qualified colon hydro-therapists have helped many people get their body back into balance.

Colon cleansing is also known as colonic irrigation or colon hydrotherapy and is normally used as preparation for medical procedures such as a colonoscopy. However, some alternative medicine practitioners offer colon cleansing for other purposes, such as detoxification.

Over time, the build-up of harmful toxins in your digestive system can hamper your ability to absorb essential nutrients. Coupled with the increased risk of these toxins entering your bloodstream, it can leave you more susceptible to viruses and illness.

By having regular colon hydrotherapy treatments, you can help strengthen your gut barrier function. This clears anything that’s blocking the effective absorption of all those essential nutrients that you’re meticulously ensuring form part of your daily diet. The body is an intricate system of processes that balance our health but sometimes that system needs a little help to stay on track and remain as effective as it can be.

Is colonic hydrotherapy safe?

Being an essentially natural and gentle process, there is virtually no danger with a colonic treatment. It is extremely safe when performed by a qualified colon hydro-therapist with expertise in the area.

One of the major theories behind colon hydrotherapy is a belief known as the autointoxication theory. The theory states that undigested elements may cause mucus build-up in our colon. This build-up may produce toxins in the body, which could be poisonous. According to the practitioners, these toxins can cause several signs and symptoms, such as:

• Fatigue
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Low energy

Many people experience some essential benefits from this therapy. They may include:

• Improved mental outlook
• Improved immune system
• Weight loss
• Decrease the risk of colon cancer
• Improved metabolism
• Improved circulation
• Relieve constipation

During a colon hydrotherapy session, a rectal enema is used with temperature-controlled water (occasionally with various additives as well) to flush the large intestine. Fresh, filtered water is introduced into the colon through a plastic tube. During the therapy, the therapist can direct the water to problem areas by gently massaging the abdominal region. The entire process usually takes approximately 45 minutes. According to the practitioners of alternative medicine, colonic hydrotherapy treatment is safe.

Get in touch

Our treatments at Clarity Wellbeing are performed by a qualified colon hydro-therapist with a high level of expertise in the area. Get in touch today to book your colon hydrotherapy consultation and keep your body fighting fit for all that the outside world has to throw at it.

Deep Cleanses and Long Covid: Liver cleanse and its benefits

Continuing with our Deep cleanses and Long Covid series, we explore how a liver cleanse can help your body to fight off any symptoms of fatigue, digestive issues, breathlessness, lethargy and ‘brain fog’.

Have you been experiencing these symptoms after having Covid? Cleanses are an essential treatment in helping your body to fight these off.

With the news of the Covid variant Omicron, the impact of Covid-19 is still of paramount importance and it’s important to keep your body strong and ready to fight off infections. Alongside the general advice of the health services, here are some tips to boost your immunity naturally.

• Improve your lifestyle
• Cleanse your system
• Stay hydrated
• Focus on healthy food

Love your Liver

Your liver, one of the largest organs in your body and responsible for over 500 functions, is the essential filtration system that breaks down harmful substances in your blood as well as processing key nutrients. As with any essential filtration system, it only has so much capacity and the more toxins that go into your body, the more likely it will get clogged up and work less efficiently. Toxic build-up in the blood stream can result in lack of energy and fatigue. Doing a cleanse will help flush out your system by helping to remove excess toxins that have built up while recovering from Covid.

A healthy liver = good health

Your liver is one of the most powerful organs in your body. Here are just a few of its wonders:

• Detoxifies
• Supports healthy digestion
• Increases metabolism
• Supports the immune system
• Increases vitality

Strengthen your immune system

A liver cleanse improves the liver’s capacity to remove toxins from your body. This means that you restore your natural defence system so that you can fight virus, infection, inflammation and disease.

A course of colonics towards the end of your cleanse will then help to remove excess bile and stones that have been cleared out of your liver into the lower parts of your digestive system. To find out more about the general benefits of core cleanses, such as colon, liver and kidney cleanses do get in touch with us.

Email: info@claritywellbeing.co.uk or visit www.claritywellbeing.co.uk

Stress can be considered as a state of emotional or mental strain, resulting from adverse circumstances. It can be felt in 3 different forms such as mental, emotional and physical. Stress may appear in several ways that differ from person to person.

Exercise

Physical activity and exercise are the best ways to manage stress and anxiety as it helps to improve sleep. According to specialists and health professionals, people who exercise frequently tend to feel more positive and less anxious. When our body feels well, the mind often follows. You can reduce excessive stress with the following exercises:

• Running
• Jogging
• Dancing
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Aerobics

Take a break

In today’s world, people between 25 to 40 of age mostly suffer from work stress. This kind of stress may lead to health problems. It is highly important to plan on real downtime to help keep the mind free from stress. The following can help:

• Meditation
• Prayer
• Gardening
• Listening to soft music
• Yoga
• Fishing
• Spending time in nature

Go for stress relief therapy

Stress relief therapy helps us regain peace and harmony in London. According to the experts, below are some symptoms of stress.

• Anxiety
• Burnout
• Depression
• Irritability
• Concentration issues
• Anger
• Fatigue
• Forgetfulness
• Restlessness
• Nail-biting
• Insecurity feeling
• Sadness

Make time for a hobby

Hobbies can help to reduce stress and anxiety. Aim to do a few things every day that can make you feel good. Spending at least 20 to 30 minutes a day on hobbies is recommended, for relaxation and for keeping your mind fresh. Relaxing hobbies include:

• Reading storybooks
• Knitting
• Playing golf
• Doing art and crafts
• Playing musical instruments
• Doing puzzles
• Watching movies & web series
• Playing cards and indoor games

Proper stress management or stress relief therapy is essential to minimise the level of stress that you may be experiencing in London. Please consult with a stress relief specialist who can help find out the causes of your stress, and give you solutions to manage your stress-levels effectively.

Here at Clarity Wellbeing, we can offer you guidance on relieving the symptoms of Stress. Please contact us on 07782 200 112 or info@claritywellbeing.co.uk.

Following on from our last blog on Cleanses for Covid, let’s look in more detail at the symptoms of long Covid, and explore how a colon cleanse can help your body to fight off these symptoms.

Some of the Long Covid symptoms include fatigue, digestive issues, breathlessness, lethargy and ‘brain fog’. Long Covid can affect your whole body, and your symptoms can change and come and go over time.

Our digestive system and bowel eliminate waste material and bacteria from your body.  A sluggish digestive system and a poorly functioning colon is prone to common conditions such as constipation, diarrhoea, fatigue, headaches, low energy and even depression. Let us look at how colonic hydrotherapy can be a useful method of complementary long Covid treatment.

Are you looking for a holistic way to help your body fully recover from long Covid? Shake off the fatigue, sickness and digestive issues that may still be lingering in your body.

What is the colon? 

The colon is also known as the large bowel or large intestine. It is an organ that is part of the digestive system. Colon cleansing (also known as colonic irrigation or colonic hydrotherapy) is one treatment that can help improve your gut health. Colon hydrotherapy is a gentle method of rinsing the colon with warm water, to expel faecal build-up. It is a practice that’s been around since ancient times, and is a safe, alternative method to rid our body of toxins that can accumulate as a result of an unhealthy diet, environmental pollution and chemicals and much more.

How can colonic hydrotherapy help with recovery from long Covid? 

The main goal is to clear the colon of large quantities of stagnant, supposedly toxic waste encrusted on colon walls. Doing so, this can help your body work better. Let’s look at what the possible benefits include:

Improving mental outlook

Cleansing the body internally can have a positive effect on the mind. It can aid in alleviating stress and make you feel healthier due to a reduced number of toxins in the body.

Improving the immune system 

Along with any built-up waste, bacteria and harmful toxins can be expelled from the colon, creating a balanced environment that inspires a natural, healthy immune function.

Increased energy 

Releasing toxins from your body can refocuses the energy usually used for forcing waste through your intestines to other parts of your body. People can have better blood circulation, more restful sleep, and a boost in energy.

Prevents and relieves constipation 

Constipation can leave you feeling bloated and generally uncomfortable. Caused by faecal matter that moves through the digestive system at a much slower pace, a prolonged period of constipation may lead to chronic conditions. Colon hydrotherapy can be an effective treatment for relieving constipation as it helps to cleanse the colon of impacted waste and stimulates the natural muscle movement.

Improved concentration 

Your colon and mood are linked a lot more closely than you would think. There are nerves located in your bowels that communicate directly with the brain. Cleansing the colon and restoring the natural nervous system responses can lead to immediate improvement of any concentration issues and can help alleviate brain fog.

Tune in next time as we explore the benefits of kidney cleanses.

To find out more about the general benefits of core cleanses, such as colon, liver and kidney cleanses, and to book your appointment, get in touch with us now.

An irritable bowel syndrome or IBS attack may happen at any time. According to professionals, an IBS attack can be related to stress.

Symptoms

An IBS attack can be recognised by several symptoms. However, symptoms may vary among individuals. In some cases, signs and symptoms can change over time. Many other conditions and factors may cause an IBS attack. Many IBS specialists in London also say that avoiding IBS treatment plans may increase the risk. Some of the major symptoms of an irritable bowel syndrome attack include:

• Stomach pain
• Incontinence
• Cramping
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Bloating
• Gas
• Mucus in the stool
• Lower back pain
• Headaches
• Bad breath
• Joint pain
• Fatigue

Cause of an IBS attack

The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome is still unclear. However, people with IBS attacks have shared some factors that may indicate major causes of this syndrome.

1. Diet    

Sometimes, irritable bowel syndrome may happen directly after eating. Dietary factors play an important role in triggering an IBS attack. According to professionals, FODMAP foods(things to avoid/reduce) may also increase the symptoms of IBS and may cause IBS attacks. However, eating recooked or processed foods may sometimes increase the risk of IBS attack.

2. Stress

Research has found that there can be a connection between IBS attacks and astressful or traumatic life. According to the statistics, almost 40 to 60% of people with irritable bowel syndrome have a psychiatric disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Stress can minimise intestinal blood flow and increase intestinal permeability.

3. Gastrointestinal illness

There is some evidencethat shows that experiencing gastroenteritis, enteritis or food poisoning can increase the potential risk of an IBS attack. Many researchers also found that women with gastrointestinal illness are more likely to develop irritable bowel syndrome, than men.

4. Hormones

Sudden hormonal changes may affect bowel movements in women. During menstruation, GI-related symptoms may cause irritable bowel syndrome. However, according to the professionals, more evidence and investigation are required to find the links between gynaecological disorders & IBS attacks. Other causes of IBS attacks may include:

• Problems involving the connection between brain nerves & the intestine
• Increased nerve sensitivity of the GI tract

Experts generally recommend changes in the diet to reduce IBS symptoms. Changes include avoiding gluten, eating more fibre or maintaining a special diet. If you have IBS symptoms, you can consult with your expert for a proper IBS treatment in london.