How do I prepare for my colon hydrotherapy appointment?

There's no special prep or cleanse required. Eat light the day before, stay hydrated, and avoid a large meal in the couple of hours before your session so your digestive system can rest. Leah assesses your body's current state at your appointment and offers personalized recommendations.

Is colon hydrotherapy safe?

Yes, when performed by a certified practitioner using sterile, single-use equipment in a closed system. Leah is board-certified with nearly 30 years of experience. She screens every new client's health history before their first session.

Does colon hydrotherapy hurt?

No. Most clients find it relaxing rather than uncomfortable. You may feel sensations of fullness and gentle movement, but it should not be painful, and you're in control throughout.

How many sessions do I need?

Most clients feel a real difference within 3 sessions, ideally spaced about a week apart. Your exact plan depends on how long you've been dealing with symptoms and what's driving them, which Leah assesses in your first conversation.

Who should avoid colon hydrotherapy?

Per practitioner safety guidelines, colon hydrotherapy isn't appropriate for anyone with a history of seizures, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, colon or rectal tumors, bowel surgery history, GI perforation, current pregnancy, severe cardiac disease, severe anemia, abdominal hernia, liver cirrhosis, actively bleeding hemorrhoids, kidney/heart/rectal/bowel pathologies, or anyone under 18 or over 70.

Can I still come in if I'm on my period?

Yes, it's absolutely fine and often encouraged. Many clients report it relieves cramping, hormonal upset, and PMS symptoms.

How will I feel after my session?

Most clients feel hydrated, lighter, relaxed, and clear-headed. Because the session activates the parasympathetic nervous system, people often feel calm and positive afterward rather than depleted.

What is the difference between lymphatic drainage and a regular massage?

Regular massage works on muscle tissue with pressure and kneading. Lymphatic drainage works on the lymphatic system using light, rhythmic movement (or bio-electric technology) to encourage fluid drainage, not muscle release.

How does gut health affect mental wellbeing?

The gut and brain communicate constantly through the enteric nervous system and the vagus nerve. A more regulated gut supports a calmer nervous system, which can ease anxiety and improve mental clarity.

Where is Wholistic Wellness located?

Wholistic Wellness is located in Mar Vista on the Westside of Los Angeles, serving clients across Santa Monica, Culver City, Venice, and the greater LA area.

YOUR BODY KNOWS A NEW SEASON IS COMING

leahjoiner
6 days ago
1 min read

Updated: 5 days ago

Here in LA, summer doesn't really end in September. The sun's still out, it's still warm, and it feels like nothing's changed. But your body is on a different calendar than the weather.

As the days start getting shorter — even by a few minutes — your circadian rhythm and nervous system pick up on it. This shift happens whether or not you've swapped your sandals for boots. Hormones, digestion, and your microbiome all begin recalibrating for the new season, and that internal transition can show up as bloating, fatigue, or a gut that suddenly feels "off" even if you haven't changed a thing about your diet.

This is your body's chemistry changing from the inside out — and it's the perfect time to support it.

Feed your microbiome for the shift. Even while it's still warm here, your gut bacteria respond to the changing daylight and seasonal cues, not just the temperature. Adding in more fiber-rich vegetables, fermented foods, and a wider variety of produce helps your microbiome adjust and keeps that gut-brain communication running smoothly.

Support the transition with colonics and lymphatic drainage. When your internal chemistry shifts, your detox pathways can use some extra support. Colon hydrotherapy helps clear what's built up over summer, while lymphatic drainage keeps things moving and supports your immune system as we head into the next season — regardless of what the thermometer says.

You don't need cold weather to know something's changing. Your body already does. A little support now helps you move through the transition feeling clear, light, and balanced — not caught off guard by it.

Ready to ease into the season shift?

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