Jethro Kloss And The Enema

I've gotten through most of Jethro Kloss' book ‘Back To Eden’. While I am not sure about how effective some of his herbal remedies are, it is at least a pretty comprehensive list of ailments and how to treat them. There are a lot of hands-on therapies, like massages with various oils made from plants. But what struck me was that he prescribed at least one enema for about 80% of the ailments listed in the book. Gout? Enema at the start of treatment. Asthma? Enema at the start. Certain types of headaches? Enema at the start. Most folks focus on his enema regimen (the goal of holding 4 quarts for a sufficient clean out) which can be pretty intense, depending on the person. What really got my attention is how many ailments he listed which required at least one enema. Another observation is the number of editions the book has been through. With each edition, there is a forward from one of his relatives (kids and grand kids) who worked with him or around him in is businesses. None of their writings mention anything about enemas. Not even a reference to how he was such an advocate on its use. Again, I do not know how effective his treatments were, but it is an interesting read. Has anyone else here read the book?

I have perused most of his book and believe that enemas can be of help in overcoming many different issues although I haven't tried many different herbs etc.

I've read most of the book, and have looked up many herbs and their properties in the book. I have also bought copies of it for 5 friends.

Dan

Zity needs to be wary of endorsing any purely medical help as we are simply not qualified to do so.

I recall reading it years ago, primarily because seeing the word “enema” in print as a young teen was titillating. Same goes for mom's 4 inch thick medical book that described enema preparation and administration in detail. Growing up in the 50's, my mom's first line of defense against any illness was a soapy enema and I also got them as a preventive measure. I'm not aware of any proven medical effect of enemas, other than a surefire remedy for constipation and (of course) a pleasant way to enhance an orgasm.

@Johnl I understand about endorsing items which hasn't gone through the scientific testing process to ensure efficacy (I think I got that right). Which is why I was careful in my wording. I in no way advocate or endorse any of Mr. Kloss' treatments. My intent was to point out his pro-enema stance is throughout the book, not just in one section. Got a hang nail? Get an enema lol Thanks for the reminder!

Yes I have read “Back to Eden”. Jethro Kloss one of the early advocates of enemas for just about anything that ails you. Nothing like a full soapy bag to cure you of most anything. LOL!

He was certainly into enemas and big bag enemas of four quarts in a series until you conditioned yourself to manage four quart’s routinely and as clean as a porn star at the end of the series. His sessions where a drawn out affair and some of his recipes are fun like slippery elm enema I love that particular recipe. I love long drawn out series with a huge array of equipment to expose one’s self to it makes for a great way to spend some quality.

Https://rationalwiki.org/wiki/Jethro_Kloss

Kloss has been described by some as a “woo-meister“: someone who separates desperate people from their money by promising false hope.

Not only have I read it , I own my late mothers ancient copy .