Those of you who have been customers (members) of New Sun since it’s beginning (1987) recognize the names, Bill and Millie Horosh. As a team, they were the founding members of New Sun and the power house behind building the company. Many of you had the privilege of studying with Bill and recognize the subject of this blog, “Death Begins in the Colon.” This is the basis of the journey to better health and no one understood it more than Bill Horosh.
The following is taken from: www.healthline.com/human-body-maps/descending-colon
The colon is part of the large intestine, the final part of the digestive system. Its function is to reabsorb fluids and process waste products from the body and prepare for its elimination. The colon consists of four parts: descending colon, ascending colon, transverse colon, and sigmoid colon.
While the small intestine plays a major role in absorbing nutrients from food, the large intestine plays a much smaller role. It stores waste, reclaims water, maintains water balance, absorbs certain vitamins (like vitamin K), and provides for flora-aided (mostly bacterial) fermentation.
The descending colon is located on the left side of the large intestine, extending from the bend below the spleen to the sigmoid colon. The descending colon stores the food to be emptied into the rectum. The colon is held in place by peritoneum, a thin layer of tissue that supports the abdominal organs. Blood vessels, lymph vessels, and nerves all pass through the peritoneum to reach various organs.
This makes the colon sound like a minor player in the health of our body when in fact it is the most valuable player. Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and the third most common cancer in men and in women. For more information, visit:
Cancer Amongmen http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/data/men.htm and Cancer Among Women.(http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/data/women.htm
The colon, by way of the nervous system, blood vessels and lymph vessels is connected to every part of the body. If the colon is congested that role is severely compromised. What is colon congestion and how does it affect our overall health?
Most people today don’t give much thought to the body’s most important function, elimination. With our busy life style, a number of areas that affect our health are overlooked. To name a few…proper diet has become a thing of the past, the popularity of “a pill for everything,” and I don’t mean vitamins! taking time to “de-stress”, and exercise. Does this sound like I am repeating myself? Well, yes I am. In order to achieve and maintain vibrant health, these are areas that need to be addressed on a daily basis.
I know elimination is not a subject that most people are comfortable with but it is so important. If a person consumes three meals a day, they should be eliminating a minimum of twice daily, preferably three times. When this does not occur, the food that is in the colon to be eliminated builds up, collects to the colon walls, making it impossible for the fluids and nutrients to be absorbed into the blood vessels, lymphatic vessels and the nerve endings to be carried to other parts of the body before passing the remainder via a bowel movement.
The normal temperature of the human body is 98.6°. What happens when you place uneaten food in a garbage can where the temperature is 98.6°? What happens when you leave it there several days? You’re right, it ferments and becomes rancid. Now, think about the food in your colon when it is not eliminated, not a pretty sight. There are many issues that develop within the colon as illustrated in the diagram below. Many of you probably suffer with one or more of these issues or know someone who does. Why not assist your body naturally when addressing an issue?
The toxins that build in the congested colon do make way into the blood stream, lymphatic system, which is your second circulatory system, and into the nervous system. These toxins then lead to a break down within your body which leads to health issues beyond the colon. Areas that most people would not consider being derived from the colon.
I have been in the natural health field for thirty-eight years. I suffered with migraine headaches from as early as age six. My parents tried getting help medically with no avail. Did they ever consider constipation? Heck no! The problem was at the other end of my body!!! By my mid-twenties I sought medical advice only to be told that I could take a prescription, but could only take two within a 48-hour period and that might help. I didn’t want the drugs, so I suffered until my early thirties when I was introduced to natural products. I was blessed to attend a conference and listened to a seminar on the colon. An iridologist checked my eyes, saw the real issue, which was my colon; and after a year of colon cleansing the migraines stopped. I look back and realize that many issues are genetic. My grandmother died from colon cancer so I am pre-disposed to it as well as other types of cancer. My point here goes back to an opening statement, “death begins in the colon.”
Through proper elimination many health issues can be avoided. As in most of my articles I talk about a “life style change” that may be the case for many people. Isn’t prevention the best medicine? Isn’t it better to assist the body in such a way that it can function as it was created and intended? Yes. There are many products on the market that are for constipation, inflammation, hemorrhoids and the list goes on. Those are chemicals, with side effects which only mask the issue in most cases. Let’s get back to the basics: proper diet, stress relief without a drug, and exercise. Are you worth the change? Are your family and friends worth the time and effort to improve or re-claim your health? In many cases to re-claim your life and enjoy it to the fullest.
Veggies that support proper colon function and supply the body with life giving nutrients: Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, brussel sprouts, radishes, rutabaga, collard greens, turnip greens, arugula are high in fiber, calcium, iron, vitamins A and C plus enzymes. Forget iceberg lettuce, it has very little nutritional value and is acidic.
Fruits that are a good source of fiber would include: raspberries, pears, apples, bananas, oranges, strawberries, blueberries, figs, mangos, persimmons and guava. A healthful diet will include a minimum of two to three cups of vegetables and fruits per day.
Whole grains are an excellent source of dietary fiber. Again, that are whole grains, not refined. Whole grains contain the entire grain, the bran, germ and endosperm, and refined has been processed removing most of the fiber. So eliminate from your diet, or at least limit them to an occasional treat, all processed cereals, breads, muffins, foods made with refined grains. Read the labels, and if it says “enriched” that means chemicals have been added! A side benefit of fiber is that it will make you feel full so you may eat less and maybe even shed some unwanted pounds. Dietary fiber is also helpful with lowering blood cholesterol levels, may help with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Best choices are: old fashion oats, rye, barley, brown rice, buckwheat, bulgur (cracked wheat), millet, quinoa, corn, whole wheat, popcorn and sorghum.
Legumes, beans are low in fat, a high source of protein and actually feed the good bacteria in the colon. They are a good source of folate and antioxidants in addition to phytochemicals lignin and saponin which help support the immune system. Beans are very versatile, and can be used as a side dish or a main course.
Best choices are: Navy beans, small white beans, cranberry beans, French green beans, pinto, black beans, split peas, lentils, mung beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, adzuki beans, lima beans, great northern beans, pigeon peas, and black eyed peas.
Protein for a healthy colon should be derived from the above beans and legumes and fish. Two studies conducted, one in France the second in China, found that consuming fish reduced the risk of colon cancer. Fish and fowl are your best choices for animal protein. Red meat is high in saturated fat content and can increase the risk of colon cancer so limit the amount you eat.
Following a colon healthy diet is really a healthy body diet. Remember the acid/alkaline diet comes into play here as well, 20% acid foods and 80% alkaline foods. There may be choices that you think you just can’t eat or others that you don’t want to eliminate from your diet. I would like to challenge you to try eating from this plan for thirty days and see how you feel. There will be a difference. I believe you will experience more energy, better overall body functioning, a sense of well-being, and I know you will be feeding your colon and your whole body with nutrients that will make a difference in your health. Don’t you want to experience each day with more vitality and less pain and inflammation? What do you have to lose?
Why do you need to consider supplements for your colon? If you are one who does have a congested colon, you will need to give your colon a little helping hand to begin eliminating properly. Some people, like myself, have that inherited colon weakness and will always need more than a healthy diet to keep things moving. A healthy diet is a “moving experience.”
There are large number of products available however, most are not made with natural ingredients.So why put chemicals into your body? I stated previously, they do not get to the root of the problem, it’s just a temporary relief. Why not consider natural ingredients that are plant derived, natural with no fillers, binders or excipients? There are a number available at New Sun, where quality and your health is our main concern. Don’t forget your “young ones” when it comes to proper colon health and function. Start them on the road to vibrant health from the beginning to avoid health issues later.
A few products to consider for optimal colon function and health:
JLB is a colon conditioner and stool softener that is non habit forming, formulated with herbs that are known to aid and assist with proper colon function. This is a New Sun proprietary formula created by the founder, Jim Salvadori and our number one selling colon product.
Advanced Probiotics, the name speaks for itself. Probiotics are recognized as the number one product to help establish and maintain a healthy flora balance in the colon.
Cascara Sagrada is a single herb that has been used historically for elimination. This is a strong herb and should not be taken over a long period of time.
Colon Nutrients another gentle combination that feeds the colon as well as assisting with elimination. Another one of our over 100 proprietary formulas.
Fiber Cleanse is available in both capsule or powder form. This formula addresses this lack of fiber in the diet. Made from plant- based ingredients that help condition the colon as well.
Magnesium Blend is a combination of three magnesium variations which are all known to support not only the colon but the cardiovascular system plus bone and joint health. Today’s diets, in many cases, are high in sugar and various artificial ingredients that have contributed to a magnesium deficiency. In cases of constipation, magnesium may help encourage bowel function.
Slippery Elm is an herb that has been used for hundreds of years to help soothe an irritated stomach or colon. New Sun’s slippery elm is from the “cotton cut” or center of the elm branch, not the bark which is inferior and can be irritating.
There are other products available for the colon on our website. Feel free to check them out and if you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call or email. We are here to assist you in any way that we can.
This concludes the delicate but important subject of the colon. I would hope that anyone who has an issue with their colon, after reading this will have an understanding of how important colon health is for the entire body and make changes to help correct the situation. Death does begin in the colon!
Wishing all a vibrant and joyful day.
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
