Gastrointenstinal Quackery refers to Colonic Irrigation, Laxatives, etc. and is based on the concept of "autointoxication“. The theory of "autointoxication" states that stagnation of the large intestine (colon) causes toxins to form that are absorbed and poison the body.
Some chiropractors, naturopaths, and assorted food faddists claim that "death begins in the colon" and that "90 percent of all diseases are caused by improperly working bowels."
The importance of "regularity" to overall health has been greatly overestimated for thousands of years. Careful observations have shown that the bowel habits of healthy individuals can vary greatly. True constipation can be a problem and can be managed with convention medicine.
Summary:
The rationale for these procedures is not scientific and they may be harmful.
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