Why Didn't I Release After My Coffee Enema?

This is a common question we get from people who are starting off with coffee enemas that are working on their gut health.

The answer is usually around dehydration.

Dehydration is more common than you think and a bigger problem than most realise. A body that’s dehydrated is not going to work the way it should and it means that you are going to absorb any liquid you can before you release. Coffee is mostly water after all!

Signs of dehydration

Dehydration can cause a range of issues, such as constipation, fatigue, headaches, dry skin, and cracked lips. It can also make weight loss more difficult since your body may hold on to everything you consume, preventing proper elimination. These imbalances can create a chain reaction, with each symptom triggering another.

Reasons you might be dehydrated

• You’re not drinking enough water. Your daily water needs depend on factors like your body size, lifestyle, and the environment you’re in. If you’re falling short, it can disrupt bodily functions and leave you feeling off-balance.

• You have an electrolyte imbalance. Electrolytes are essential minerals with an electric charge that help maintain fluid balance, regulate water movement in cells, support digestive health, and facilitate muscle contractions and nerve signalling in the gut. Keeping your electrolyte levels in check is crucial for a healthy gut microbiome and overall well-being.

• You’re sweating a lot. Whether you’re highly active or live in a hot climate, sweating can cause a significant loss of electrolytes and fluids. Without proper replenishment, your body can struggle to function optimally.

• You’re unwell. Illnesses that cause vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive sweating can lead to rapid fluid loss. This can leave your body dehydrated and in need of quick rehydration to restore balance.

Can you do a coffee enema when you’re dehydrated?

If you know you are dehydrated, you should replenish fluids before doing coffee enemas. This will ensure your body is able to release the fluid after.

Water enemas may be a good solution to those who are chronically dehydated as your body can absorb this way. Dehydration also causes constipation! Your body is like a stream, and when it runs try, there is no movement.

However, when you’re holding your enema and noticing that you’re not releasing the way you should be, your body probably needs a bit of a helping hand.

Don’t be concerned if you have absorbed the coffee instead of releasing it!

Our coffee is organic and toxin-free so there is nothing to worry about if you absorb it.

If you’re absorbing the liquid, here’s what you can do to get things moving:

• You could try a large water enema before doing a coffee enema. This can be repeated as many times as necessary to remove compacted waste in the colon. There is no minimum hold time. However, for constipation, some find it beneficial to try and hold the enema for longer.

• Hydrate with electrolytes such as coconut water. Electrolytes play a vital role in fluid balance, muscle function, and gut nerve signalling. During an enema, you absorb and then release a significant amount of water, so it is crucial that you minimise the risk of becoming dehydrated. Maintaining electrolyte levels enhances hydration and supports gut health. 

If you’re absorbing your coffee enemas without releasing, or struggling with headaches, dry lips, constipation, or fatigue, there’s a high chance you might be dehydrated.

Try adding in Happy Hydrate daily and increasing your water intake! You should find your enemas release better and you feel overall much better.