That claim is false and medically implausible.
The headline “Learn How to Clean 15 Kilograms of Waste from Your Colon in One Night” is a common form of health misinformation.
Here’s why:
- A healthy colon does not normally contain 15 kilograms (about 33 pounds) of “waste.” Stool is regularly moved through and eliminated by the digestive system.
- There is no drink, supplement, tea, or home remedy that safely “cleans out” that amount of material overnight.
- The body already removes waste efficiently through the digestive system, liver, and kidneys. These organs do not need detoxes or cleanses to function.
Some “colon cleanse” products may cause:
- Diarrhea and dehydration.
- Electrolyte imbalances.
- Abdominal cramps.
- Interactions with medications.
- In rare cases, more serious complications, especially in older adults or people with kidney or heart disease.
If someone needs to completely empty their colon—for example, before a colonoscopy—they use a doctor-prescribed bowel preparation, not a general wellness cleanse.
If you’re experiencing symptoms such as persistent constipation, blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss, severe abdominal pain, or a change in bowel habits that lasts several weeks, those warrant evaluation by a healthcare professional rather than a colon cleanse.
In short, the idea that you can—or should—remove 15 kilograms of waste from your colon overnight is not supported by anatomy or medical evidence.
