Bowel Pockets

Medically these are called "Diverticula". We refer to them as "Pockets" because it more accurately depicts what they are, an outpouching of the colon wall associated with an inherent weakness in the colon and perhaps also with increased colon gas developed by improper dietary habits (improper food combining). Bowel pockets can usually cause no problems if kept clean. Bowel pockets frequently can be the spawning-ground for localized sub-clinical infections. When colon debris are allowed to accumulate in them and putrefy, these pockets can become infected and inflamed. If this occurs it is called "Diverticulitis". This is a serious condition. Even when not acutely infected, there is frequently a "low-grade" infection present producing an irritation of the nerves in the colon wall. It is not uncommon for bowel pockets to be responsible for more enervation and conditions of ill-health than is generally recognized.

It is best to take care of them by keeping them clean, first using the Colema Board then following up with proper diet, consistent use of intestinal bulk formers such as Psyllium Hulls and adequate intake of Acidophilus bacteria. Chlorophyll containing products also can be a great help with this. Avoiding granola, individual nuts unless ground into a butter and popcorn are also suggested.

This is very important as these foods can become trapped in the pockets and can cause pain. Adequate intake of pure water is vital to proper colon health. Many conditions in the body are associated with the neglect of these bowel pockets. Moderate to severe contamination of these pockets is common and the best way to clean up quickly is with the Colema Board.

For more information about Iridology and it's history, please contact Brenda.