How to Get the Enema Bag Ready for Use
Enemas are a good way to cleanse your colon. It's ideal for when you're constipated or having other digestive issues. The enema bag consists of the bag and a tube that connects to the bag. When taking an enema, it's important to prepare the enema bag correctly. Improper preparation can make for a messy mistake. Initial preparation of the enema bag is the same whether you are using a disposable or reusable enema bag.
Instructions
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Check that the tube properly connects to the enema bag. There must be a tight seal around the tubing so that there are no leaks when you use the enema.
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Prepare the enema solution. Popular choices for an enema are a coffee enema and a soap enema. Prepare a coffee enema, boil three cups of purified water along with one tablespoon of coffee. Allow to cool, then strain with a coffee filter to remove the coffee grinds. To prepare a soap enema, dissolve castile soap into two quarts of warm filtered water.
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Clamp the enema tube. There will be a clamp that you can use on the tube. This prevents the water from flowing out until you are ready.
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Fill the enema bag with the solution. The solution should be warm, as water that is either too hot or too cold can cause discomfort.
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Hang the enema bag. This allows you to use gravity to help the enema solution to flow from the bag. You want the bag to be higher than you, but low enough that you can still insert the tube.
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Wash and dry the enema bag after use. If you are using a reusable enema bag, be sure to thoroughly wash it after use. Use soap, then allow it to soak in grapefruit seed extract, which has anti-fungal qualities.
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Tips & Warnings
Choose an open-top reusable enema bag because this is easy to clean. Be sure to hang the bag upside down for drying to prevent mold from growing inside.
Do not clean your enema bag with harsh chemicals, such as bleach or rubbing alcohol. This will be transferred to your body the next time you use it.
