It is also known by other names such as colonic irrigation, colonics, colon hydration and colon therapy. The gentle infusion and out-flow of warm filtered water helps to soften, loosen, and remove dehydrated fecal matter, excess gas, mucoid plaque, parasites and other poisonous substances that fill the bowel, and layer the intestinal walls. Colon hydrotherapy can also help tone and reshape the colon. Many benefits can often be observed throughout the body in the form of clearer skin, more energy and mental clarity, fewer headaches, weight loss and improvement of circulation and immune function. A variety of health practitioners often refer their patients to the colonic therapist since, by detoxifying the system using colonics, their therapies tend to be more effective. Most people feel clearer, lighter and more comfortable. A series of colonics is a great kick-start to a diet or detox program and/or life-style improvement. Everyone can benefit from internal cleansing. We are exposed daily to toxins, pollutants in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Waste accumulated in the body creates toxicity.