Today there is a renewed interest in ancestral practices such as purges and fasting. After talking to you about fasting in another article, I am going to talk to you today more specifically about purges.
Purges, an ancestral method
They are found in many folk traditions, and doctors used to prescribe them.
Many cultures practise fasting and purges once or twice a year, often for cultural, spiritual or religious reasons.
The different purges
There are many purges around the world. Let's mention the best known and the easiest to obtain in France today:
- Epsom salt or magnesium sulfate.
- San Pellegrino Magnesia, sold in pharmacies.
- Chlorumagène, also sold in pharmacies.
- The yogic purge « Sankha Prakshalana ", which is practised by drinking warm salt water along with specific yoga postures.
- The different plant-basedpurges, such as senna, Chinese rhubarb or alder buckthorn. Plant-based purges are still commonly practised in Africa with many local plants.
- The osmotic laxative, which draws water into the intestines, like Manna: this extract of manna ash sap, originating from Italy, is extremely sweet.
I first became interested in fasting, then in purges, which I discovered several years ago with Irène Grosjean, naturopath. Afterwards, I trained with Irène and Sylvie Grosjean.
Today I support people in naturopathy consultations.
I do not recommend purges to everyone.
A purge is not a trivial act. If you are considering one, talk to your doctor first, in particular if you are on treatment, if you have a digestive disorder, if you are pregnant or if you are breastfeeding.
Once again, a purge is not something to try alone: ask a healthcare professional for advice before starting.
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Choose a professional who knows the subject, who asks you precise questions about your health and your treatments, and who will be able to tell you whether or not a purge is suited to your situation.
Ask your naturopath about their personal experience of fasting and purges. You can only pass on and share what you have lived and experienced yourself "in your guts". It would not occur to anyone to ask for guitar advice from someone who has never played the guitar! Well, it is the same for health!
Choose someone who suits you and with whom you feel confident.
Purging: not for everyone, and not just any way. If the subject interests you but you do not feel ready, start with simple gestures: a varied diet with more fresh products and fewer industrial foods, discovering breathing techniques such as cardiac coherence, regular physical activity (yoga, walking or otherwise).
In summary...
Take care of yourself, take care of your health!
Choose foods you enjoy, cultivate the joy of living every day, and if a purge appeals to you, talk to a healthcare professional first.
