A New Perspective on Colon Hydrotherapy: The Balancing Act . Reevaluating the narrative surrounding colon hydrotherapy reveals a compelling argument for its inclusion in an integrative health regimen. Far from being the antagonist in the tale of gut health, there is ample evidence to suggest that, when done appropriately, colon hydrotherapy does not sabotage the good bacteria. On the contrary, studies, such as the pivotal research by Yoko Uchiyama-Tanaka, illuminate a truth that dispels the myth: the beneficial microbiota, instrumental to our health, remains undisturbed even after a series of treatments. Restorative Harmony, Backed by Science The focus of the wellness community has long been on restoring balance within the body, and evidence shows that for many patients, imbalance in gut bacteria is rooted in lifestyle choices — predominantly poor diet and constipation — not the effects of colon hydrotherapy. In fact, for individuals encumbered with gastrointestinal discomfo...