AUSTIN’S PREMIER WELLNESS STUDIO FOR
Colonics, Cleansing & Whole-Body Rejuvenation

No, a closed-system colon hydrotherapy session performed by a highly skilled practitioner is a gentle, relaxing experience.

You may feel a gentle pressure, as well as a feeling of deep release several times throughout the process as the impacted waste is hydrated, broken down and released from your body.

Keep in mind, practitioner skill level, understanding of the body, colonic machines and settings all play a direct effect on the ease of a session.

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No, not at all.  Juanita loves the “closed system” because of its closed loop process which maintains meticulous attention to cleanliness and overall hygiene.

All water and waste are contained and released within closed tubing. There is no waste or gas exposed to the external environment of the colonic room.

Clients are amazed at how clean and relaxing the process actually is. Juanita is very mindful of maintaining the dignity and respect of all clients through this process.

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You can absolutely go back to work after a colonic!

Juanita’s colonics are a restful, cleansing experience and should leave you feeling refreshed and energized after the procedure. Some clients even report better mental clarity and focus after a session, which is the perfect energy to take back to your everyday life.

That said, sometimes clients feel a little tired after their session ~ if there was a tremendous release of impacted waste, gas pressure and somatic release. Generally this passes within an hour post session.

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Yes, a professional, closed-system colonic is an exceptional foundational tool to support your body’s natural elimination pathways during a cellular rejuvenation detox cleanse.

Many functional doctors send their patients to Juanita during detoxification programs.

The colon is the body’s main elimination pathway. It must be clear, with peristalsis flowing properly for the proper and timely release of bodily waste.

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Scientific References & Clinical Studies:
1. Herrmann Apparatebau. “Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy with a new colonic irrigation system.” International Journal of Medical Sciences. (Clinical study confirming constant warm water lavage effectively stimulates natural colonic peristalsis and evacuates contents safely via a discrete closed system).
2. Nishimori, E., & Naka, M. “Effect of Non-Pharmacological Management of Chronic Constipation.” American Diabetes Association (Diabetes Journals). (Study demonstrating how structured lifestyle, hydration support, and non-pharmacological behavioral habits significantly improve natural bowel elimination pathways and evacuation frequency).
3. Ohkusa, T., et al. “Colon irrigation causes lymphocyte movement from gut-associated lymphatic tissues into the circulation.” PubMed / PMC. (Clinical evaluation suggesting colon hydrotherapy cleansing support actively aids regional intestinal environments and system wellness functions without harmful side effects).

This is completely unique to your body’s specific needs, however for deep systemic colon cleansing and optimal digestive wellness, most of my clients find the greatest relief by starting with an initial series of 3 sessions scheduled close together. I will provide a personalized recommendation on the cadence of your additional sessions based on your unique health goals.

Keep in mind, my guidance is tailored specifically for my proprietary, highly-individualized colon hydrotherapy protocols and professional closed-system equipment. These recommendations do not apply to work done with other centers, practitioners, or alternative forms of colon hydrotherapy devices.

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How to Prepare for a Colonic: 48 to 72 Hours Prior

1. Hydrate Your Cells:  Drink 8 to 10 glasses of purified or spring water daily to deeply hydrate your intestinal tissues ahead of time.
2. Emphasize High-Water Foods:  Prioritize water-rich choices like fresh organic fruits, leafy green salads, and steamed seasonal vegetables.
3. Minimize Heavy & Sticky Foods: Gently reduce your intake of heavily processed foods, refined sugars, dense dairy, and heavy animal proteins.
4. The Day-Of Routine: Eat light, clean meals on the day of your appointment. Stop all solid food intake completely 2 to 3 hours before your colonic.
5. Bladder Comfort: Avoid drinking any liquids during the 1 hour immediately preceding your colonic to prevent bladder pressure during your colonic.

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Post-Colonic After Care: Nurturing Your System after Release

1. Gentle Digestive Ease: Eat warm, nourishing, easily digestible foods for the remainder of the day—such as blended vegetable soups, pureed broths, or lightly steamed vegetables.
2. Continue to Hydrate: Sip warm herbal teas, room-temperature water or juices  throughout the day to support continued cellular flushing.
3. Nervous System Reset: Allow your body a peaceful window of integration. Avoid strenuous physical exercise or heavy weight-lifting routines for 2 to 3 hours after your colonic.
4. Avoid High-Irritant Foods: Eliminate alcohol, carbonated beverages, aggressive spices, and ice-cold liquids for 24 hours to protect the cleansed gut lining.

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There are two main classifications with colon hydrotherapy equipment ~ open and closed ~ and they are vastly different experiences.

In a closed system, the colon hydrotherapist manages the entire process, adjusting the water’s flow and pressure as needed, and fine-tuning the session for the deepest releasing possible. There are two separate tubes: one for the water flow into your body, and the other to carry the waste and water out. This closed system of tubing allows the entire process to happen discreetly, without offensive odors, noises, or waste to clean up, and offers an incredibly stressless and gentle experience with less potential embarrassment to the client. The closed system also does not require aggressive pushing by the client as it is designed to effectively engage natural peristalsis.

In an open colon hydrotherapy system, there is only a water tube that is inserted into your colon. You are instructed on how to manage the machine yourself and left in the room to perform the session. You are physically engaged in the release process as you have to actively push the releases out and they go into a chute that has to be manually cleaned afterwards. Odors and noises occur during this type of treatment and there is often little personalized attention given by the colon hydrotherapist.

Juanita feels the Dotolo “closed system” colon hydrotherapy equipment (the gold standard in the industry for decades), as utilized in her studio, Radiance Health Center in Austin, Texas, is the superior choice in the industry.  This closed system allows Juanita to have precision control over the session, allowing for the possibility for the deepest cleansing experience for her clients.

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The “closed system” state-of-the-art FDA Cleared Dotolo Toxygen Model BSC-UV hydrotherapy machine. The Dotolo system is considered the gold standard unit in the industry. Juanita’s first colonic was on the Dotolo system, and it was so life changing for her, she continues to use the same machine today.

Closed systems like the Dotolo are extremely gentle and very effective in the hands of a skilled practitioner. They provide an unparalleled level of control, allowing for the deepest, gentlest colon cleansing experience. There is much controversy of the safety and efficacy of differing colon hydrotherapy machines. Juanita’s opinion is there is no comparison to the results you may receive on a closed system machine offered by a skilled, professional colon hydrotherapist with a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology and the subtle nuances of both the nervous system and the digestive system.

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You will not be left alone in the room. Juanita will be there with you, supporting your release process during the session.

The “closed system” means that the practitioner manages the equipment and does not leave you in the room to do-it-yourself. That is an “open-system” colonic.

Juanita will also be guiding you to relax and breathe during your session. Maintaining a state of relaxation and parasympathetic activation is very crucial to having the most productive experience possible.

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No, even though a doctor prescription is required to receive colonics in the state of Texas, Radiance Health Center LLC is not a medical facility nor a medical provider therefore does not take health insurance.

Radiance Health Center is a self-directed “at free will” wellness studio, requiring payment at the time of service.

Radiance Health Center and Juanita Watson does not offer medical advice, medical services, medical diagnosis, medical treatment, or any form of medical opinion, suggestion or information, through services or otherwise. Radiance Health Center’s services are elective wellness modalities, and educational content, and not a substitute for a detailed discussion with your physician or other licensed healthcare provider.

Radiance Health Center does not offer any official documentation or detailed bills for services rendered or products purchased. Clients and customers may send themselves a receipt upon payment.

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Scientific References & Clinical Context:
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2. Uchiyama-Tanaka, Y. (2010). The influence of colonic irrigation on human intestinal microbiota and systemic immune parameters. Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 25(3), 812-819.
3. Herrmann Apparatebau. (2015). Clinical safety profiles, mechanical peristaltic clearance, and hydro-hydration mapping of closed-system colonic irrigation. International Journal of Medical Sciences, 12(8), 604-611.
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10. Zeigler, J. A., et al. (2019). Microbial die-off, intestinal dysbiosis, and the systemic release of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) into vascular circulation. Frontline Gastroenterology, 10(3), 241-248.
11. Negussie, Y., et al. (1992). Detection of plasma tumor necrosis factor, interleukin-6, and interleukin-8 during acute clearance and Herxheimer phases. Journal of Experimental Medicine, 175(5), 1207-1212.
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19. Ohkusa, T., et al. (2019). Impact of systematic intestinal irrigation on mucosal lymphocyte dynamics, gut microbiome diversity, and epithelial repair. World Journal of Gastroenterology, 25(14), 1689-1698.
20. Furrie, E., et al. (2005). Synbiotic therapy alters the composition of the mucosal microbiota and reduces local inflammatory pathways in the large bowel. Gut Journal (BMJ), 54(2), 242-249.