Coffee enemas use caffeine to help the body detox. The caffeine is preferentially absorbed into this system and is transported directly to the liver. t helps the liver to produce more bile* (which contains processed toxins) and moves bile out toward the small intestine for elimination. This seems to free up the liver to process more incoming toxic materials that have accumulated in the organs, tissues and bloodstream. The coffee does not go into the systemic circulation.

Caffeine also contains some alkaloids that stimulate the production of glutathione-S-transferase, an enzyme used by the liver to make the detox pathways run. It is pivotal in the formation of more glutathione, one of the main conjugation chemicals, enabling toxins to be eliminated via bile into the small intestine*. So, in other words, a coffee enema speeds up the detoxification process and minimises the backlog of yet-to-be-detoxified substances.

A flaxseed enema is very useful If you cannot break down oils and utilise omega-3 fatty acids due to digestive difficulties. It can also have positive effects when treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

According to Dr Johanna Budwig, the electrons of highly unsaturated fats from seed oils, which lie on the same wavelength as sunlight, can draw solar energy and store it. Flaxseeds contain a high level of electron-rich unsaturated fats, making it useful to start treatments with a flaxseed enema as it helps to promote photon and electron activity within the body.  On completion, it often gives an enhanced feeling of calmness and connectedness*.

An Aloe Vera enema is ideally suited to any inflammatory condition within the digestive system. Aloe Vera is a moisturiser and soother, so its presence in the enema can have an anti-inflammatory effect on the mucosa of the colon. On completion, there is often a feeling of calmness and a positive effect on the skin.

Magnesium is used for short-term relief of constipation, but as it is also a muscle relaxant, it can help in a series of conditions, such as relieving:

• Muscle spasm or heavy cramping following exercise (erg).
• At the onset of a migraine, if the early symptoms are neck and shoulder tension.
• To help relieve cramping at the onset of menstruation.

As a result of the session, patients often experience a sense of calmness within their bodies, as well as a reduction or disappearance of pains or spasms.

Chamomile is a sedative herb which promotes relaxation in the body when taken as a tea. When taken as an enema, it is absorbed via the haemorrhoidal vein and transported to the liver via the portal blood system, leaving a calming effect on the liver and the body.

A chamomile enema will soothe an irritated intestinal tract,  can reduce abdominal cramps caused by gas or inflammation and help relieve sleeplessness. On completion of this technique, there is often a feeling of calmness, especially within the digestive system.