A coffeeenemais a pop in of colon cleanse.
It involves adding room-temperature brewed coffee to your rectum.
It is the same process as a standard enema but coffee is used instead of other liquids.
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There are also claims that it can stimulate your liver.
However, no quality scientific research has proven that it achieves these results.
Like other enemas, a coffee enema can lead to health problems if not used the right way.
An infection or tissue damage can occur with misuse.
A coffee enema carries the added risks of rectal burns and excess caffeine use.
This article describes why coffee enemas are used, their safety, and who should not get them.
It also explains the methods and tools used to give a coffee enema.
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Coffee Enema: What Benefits Are People Looking For?
Research indicates they provide no more than the average laxative results from standard enemas containing saline and water.
How Safe Is a Coffee Enema?
Enemas work by adding fluid into your rectum and large intestine through your anus.
The liquid softens your stool and helps it pass.
Any throw in of self-administered enema can lead to side effects.
All nine case reports warned against using coffee enemas.
Of those cases, seven involved colitis, and two had more serious complications.
Who Should Not Use Coffee Enemas?
Evidence from a systematic review found that the effectiveness of coffee enemas is unclear.
Coffee Enema Kit: What’s Inside?
The contents of a coffee enema kit can vary by manufacturer.
Most kits include latex-free materials.
Instant or decaffeinated coffees are not recommended because they are processed and contain chemicals.
Every kit and its components can vary, affecting the results you achieve.
They are also available from online websites that specialize in organic and natural health treatments.
You do not need a prescription to purchase a coffee enema in the United States.
These kits are sold over the counter with instructions and supplies intended for home use.
Case reports show that using these products can lead to adverse effects that can be severe.
Without studies that show coffee enemas are safe and can achieve promised results, researchers advise against them.
Many healthcare providers support this view.
To help reduce your risk of adverse effects, consult your healthcare provider before using these products at home.
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