Claims like “clean 15 kilograms of waste from your colon in one night” are not supported by medical evidence.
Here’s what to know:
- The colon does not normally store 15 kg (about 33 lb) of old waste in healthy people.
- Products or articles making this claim are often promoting detoxes, cleanses, teas, or supplements using exaggerated or misleading information.
- The body already has effective systems for eliminating waste through the digestive tract, liver, and kidneys.
If your goal is better digestive health, approaches with good evidence include:
- Eating enough fiber (fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains).
- Drinking adequate water.
- Exercising regularly.
- Addressing constipation with appropriate treatments if needed, ideally under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
The only situations where the colon is intentionally emptied quickly are for medical reasons, such as preparing for a colonoscopy, using prescribed bowel-cleansing solutions under medical supervision.
If you saw this as a headline, it’s best to treat it skeptically. If you share the article or link, I can help evaluate whether its claims are accurate.
