Basti (Colon Detox)

A colon detox (Basti) is a therapeutic enema that flushes out toxins and promotes overall well-being. Apart from cleansing the colon, a Basti also imparts many other therapeutic benefits to the body.

According to Ayurveda, undigested foods cause mucus (Ama) to build up in the colon. This Ama enters the blood circulation, leading to autointoxication.

Why is there a necessity for colon detox?
Ama of toxins can interfere with the body's physiological functions and cause multiple symptoms, such as fatigue, poor digestion, brain fog, weight gain, and aggravation of preexisting health conditions, especially eczema and psoriasis. Ama also promotes the growth of bad bacteria in the colon, which further disturbs the normal gut flora and leads to multiple other digestive problems.

Signs of poor colon health:

Tiredness, fatigue, and low energy levels.
Poor digestive health and indigestion.
Weight gain.
Aggravation of preexisting health conditions.

How does colon detox work?
Colon detox (Basti) is mainly of two types, based on the ingredient used:

1. Retention Basti or oil Basti: This involves a medicated oil being retained in the colon for a specific duration until it is absorbed.
Benefits: Nourishes the colon and rejuvenates the body

2. Elimination Basti or herbal decoction Basti:This is done on an empty stomach and involves flushing or irrigating the colon with herbal water or decoction to cleanse the colon.
Benefits: Nourishes the colon and rejuvenates the body

How will it help you (benefits)?

Relieves constipation and spastic colon: Flushes toxins and facilitates smooth bowel movements.
Improves digestion: Enhances your body's ability to absorb nutrients and support a healthy digestive system.
Relieves bloating: Relieve uncomfortable bloated feeling.
Normalizes healthy gut flora: Fosters a thriving gut microbiome and promotes optimal gut health.

What does it include?

Consultation by senior Ayurveda physician: to diagnose and draw up the treatment and nutritional plan for colon detox.

Abhyanga (warm medicated oil massage): with highly potent Ayurveda oils like Dhanwantram, Valiye Narayan to improve blood circulation and brain-body coordination.

How is it done?
The procedure is done with the help of an enema can or syringe by administering the medicine into the rectum in left lateral position under the supervision of the physician.

Total sessions: 5 (consecutive)

Day 1: Elimination Basti to clean the colon and flush toxins.
Days 2 and 3: Retention Basti to lubricate the colon and normalize bacterial flora.
Day 4: Elimination Basti to clean residual toxins.
Day 5: Retention Basti to lubricate the colon and normalize bacterial flora and leave a rejuvenated effect.

Note: Retention or oil Basti is induced after light food is provided before inducing the Basti.

Specially formulated medicated oils for oil retention Basti: Ksheerbala (Mridu pak) or advised by physician based on individual need.

Who is it recommended for?