We all need a good detox every so often, and while most of us might prefer the idea of a water fast or juice cleanse, there are other less glamorous treatments that might get to the heart—or belly—of the issue faster.
If Hong Kong’s wonderful but stressful day-to-day living has got you all bunged up, head to one of these expert colonic practitioners to help give you the ultimate detox.
Natural Healing
Dr Alexander Yuan, founder of Natural Healing, has been studying natural medicine for almost thirty years. At this centre, founded in 1987, trained therapists oversee the procedure in a comfortable, private room. Having completed over 50,000 treatments, this team are experts at helping cleanse the colon. They use triple-filtered, UV-treated water to ensure optimum safety. Individual sessions are around HK$600 each, with packages available.
Hong Kong Colon Hydrotherapy Centre, 2/F, Prosperous Commercial Building, 54-58 Jardine’s Bazaar, Causeway Bay | (+852) 2577 3798 | www.naturalhealing.com.hk
HydroHouse Colon Hydrotherapy LTD
Colonics aren’t the most comfortable thing in the world, but the relaxing beds at HydroHouse Colon Hydrotherapy certainly help Relax in a private room as certified therapist, trained by the International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy, gently massage your abdomen to aid the cleansing process. Their water is purified twice through reverse osmosis to ensure purity. When the treatment if finished, enjoy a probiotic and electrolyte supplement to fill your belly up with the good bacteria. The first trial session is around HK$500 and normal sessions are around HK$600. Packages are available.
11/F, 17-19 Ashley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon | (+852) 2327 2728 | www.hydrohouse.com
Doctor Rigo
If you’re a first-timer or just a bit nervous about the treatment, Doctor Rigo’s is the place for you. Dr. Rigo has been studying Homotoxicology, a medical theory that focuses on the effects of toxins in the body, since 1984. His integrative centre combines Western medicine with Eastern approaches to offer patients the most encompassing care possible. You may not get the perks of a spa (sorry, no zen music here) but you will know that you’re in great hands, being treated by a trained therapist and some of the best equipment around. Doctor Rigo also offers a host of other treatments including Laserpuncture, Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy and Bioresonance. Contact the centre for pricing details.
Doctor Rigo, 22B Kingswell Commercial Tower, 171 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2877 1800
If you are a Cantonese speaker, Mindbody Colonic and Slim Beauty also offer colonic irrigation with trained therapists. When it comes to colonics, it’s all about comfort, and safety—it’s important to do your own research and find a place you feel safe and secure in so you can get the most out of your treatments.