I used to have constipation problems (still do, actually). I went in for a colonoscopy this past fall and the results I got were kind of underwhelming. I was psyched up for some sort of fatal cancer-like colon disorder and all I got was, "Eat less starches. More grain and fruits." I asked about colon cleansing and my doctor pretty much told me that the stuff they show on TV is natural. It's not necessary to cleanse the colon at all.
I've changed my diet a bit and my bowel movements are bigger and a lot more frequent. As long as that happens, I don't think it's really necessary to worry about the stuff your body secretes.
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