**This post was curated by myself with research and writing by Chat GPT
Green Coffee Retention Enemas: A Forgotten Healing Tool?
You won’t hear this from your doctor, but some people are using green coffee enemas to reduce inflammation, support detox, and even ease autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s. The practice is controversial—and that’s putting it mildly. But the story behind it, and the anecdotal results, are worth a second look.
The Accidental Discovery the Medical System Buried
Like many natural healing tools, this one started with an accident. During World War I, in a German military hospital, a nurse reportedly used cold coffee instead of water in an enema bag—by mistake. The patient experienced unexpected relief. Word spread, and doctors began experimenting with it. The technique was later studied and documented in the 1920s and 30s, and even included in the Merck Manual (a standard medical textbook) until 1972.
Today, you'd be hard-pressed to find any mainstream clinic that recommends it—despite its origins in a hospital setting. Why? That’s a whole other conversation about pharmaceutical bias, profit motives, and the demonization of anything DIY.
Why Green (Raw) Coffee?
Unlike roasted coffee, green coffee is unheated. That means it retains more of its original phytonutrients—especially palmitic acid, which plays a critical role in this therapy. Palmitic acid is believed to stimulate glutathione S-transferase (GST), a powerful enzyme that catalyzes the production and release of glutathione—your body’s master antioxidant.
Let’s say that again: green coffee enemas may encourage your liver to produce and dump glutathione, the molecule that helps neutralize free radicals, lower inflammation, and detoxify heavy metals, pesticides, mold toxins, and more.
Why a Retention Enema?
Unlike a regular enema, which is used to evacuate the bowels, a retention enema is designed to be held for 10–15 minutes. That gives the coffee time to absorb through the hepatic portal vein, which directly connects your colon to your liver.
You're not doing this to flush out poop—you’re doing it to stimulate your liver and gallbladder, essentially giving them a nudge to release bile and toxins.
Reported Benefits (Anecdotal but Compelling)
Here’s what some people have reported after consistent use (1–2x daily in some cases):
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Lower inflammatory markers
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Improved digestion
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Clearer skin
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Better sleep
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Reduced brain fog
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Relief from autoimmune symptoms (including Hashimoto’s)
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Regular bowel movements without laxatives
One woman I know with Hashimoto’s was able to drastically reduce her inflammation levels by doing green coffee enemas daily. She doubled up on weekends. Her energy improved, her antibodies dropped, and she was able to reduce her medication. This is anecdotal, yes—but compelling.
The Elephant in the Room: Medical Backlash
Western medicine mostly writes this off as quackery, citing risks like dehydration, dependency, or electrolyte imbalance. Fair enough—but those risks are easily managed with basic self-awareness and hydration. What’s really happening is that the “if it’s not from us, it’s not real” mindset still dominates the system.
But let’s not ignore that even the American Cancer Society once mentioned coffee enemas in connection with detox protocols (namely the Gerson Therapy), before distancing themselves.
So is this dangerous... or just not profitable?
How to Do a Green Coffee Retention Enema (Safely)
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Get organic green coffee beans or grounds (not roasted).
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Boil 2 tablespoons in 2–3 cups of filtered water for 10 minutes. Let cool.
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Strain and pour into an enema bag.
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Lie on your right side and slowly release the liquid.
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Hold for 10–15 minutes, then evacuate.
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Rehydrate and rest.
Do your own research, know your body, and proceed cautiously. Not everyone should do enemas (e.g., if you’re severely ill, frail, or on certain medications). This isn't medical advice. It’s informed curiosity.
Final Thoughts: Why Does This Work When Nothing Else Does?
Because it supports what your body already knows how to do—detox. But our systems are overwhelmed. Between seed oils, pesticides, mold, plastics, and constant EMF exposure, your liver is overworked and underpaid.
Green coffee enemas don’t fix everything, but they lighten the load. They give your detox organs a leg up in a toxic world. And for some, that small shift changes everything.
If you’ve tried everything else and still feel inflamed, foggy, or exhausted—maybe it’s time to look where the sun doesn’t shine.