So there, I said it: one of my secret, most profound remedies for kicking chronic illness’s ass was a coffee enema. Yep, I put coffee up my butt. And guess what? You should too! Honestly, something I never thought I’d be excited about has become my quarterly ritual for deep healing that’s changed my life, digestion, and overall health.

I even became an affiliate for my favorite enema brand—yeah, I love it that much! So, if you’re looking to cleanse your system, detox your body, sweep out your liver, and boost your energy, keep reading!

What Is a Coffee Enema?

A coffee enema is exactly what it sounds like. You take coffee—specifically green, organic, unroasted coffee—heat it with water, and, well... shoot it up your pie hole. I know, I know, you’re probably thinking, “Why would anyone ever do this?!”

Well, let me tell you, enemas are old-school healing magic. There are a few solid reasons why this works:

Why Do an Enema?

It Removes Stubborn Gunk
Let’s get real: over time, things get stuck in your intestines. Gunk clings to the intestinal lining, especially if you’ve got digestive issues, and a coffee enema helps sweep all that out. It’s like hitting the reset button for your gut.

Absorption on Steroids
The bum is full of blood vessels, which makes it a perfect place to deliver medicine straight into the bloodstream—no stomach acids breaking things down. That means all the goodness of the coffee (or whatever else you’re sending up there) gets absorbed more efficiently and goes directly to where it’s needed.

Helps Truly Empty the Bowels
The body is a machine, and its entire job is to take in energy and remove waste; both should be an equal exchange. Many of us have a backup that keeps toxins trapped in the body.

Why Green Coffee?

Green coffee offers an incredible host of outstanding benefits. Unlike its friend, delicious roasted coffee, green coffee is an unheated bean that should be purchased ethically and organically. Green coffee is full of nutrients and minerals and contains chlorogenic acid, which helps manage oxidative stress. It also boosts metabolism, helps regulate blood sugar levels, enhances brain function, and is rich in antioxidants.

Here’s why green coffee works wonderfully in an enema:

It Has Detoxing Power
This one’s huge! Coffee enemas stimulate bile flow and help flush out toxins stored in the liver. Your liver is your body’s detox workhorse, and giving it some love by cleaning it out can make a huge difference in your energy and overall health. Green coffee can flush your liver up to 25 times in a single session by stimulating the liver to produce bile, which is key to removing waste, neutralizing stomach acid, and aiding digestion. This treatment is also incredible if you are performing lymphatic massage, helping to remove the waste you’ve massaged from the body.

Helps Those with Cancer and Autoimmune Disorders
Coffee enemas can be especially beneficial for individuals recovering from colon or liver cancer, as well as those with autoimmune disorders.

Helps Remove Parasites in the Intestines
News flash: recent studies have shown that more than 80% of Americans have parasites. The rate goes up if you have pets. These nasty buggers can be found in everything from raw fish (hello, sushi lovers) to stool, soil, water, and undercooked vegetables and meats.

Boosts Energy
Weird, right? You’d think shoving coffee up your behind wouldn’t give you the same buzz as drinking it, but it actually can! It stimulates the production of glutathione, a master antioxidant that supports detoxification and boosts energy levels naturally.

It’s Rehydrating
Unlike some other detox methods that leave you parched, coffee enemas actually help rehydrate your body. Think of it as an internal cleanse that refreshes you from the inside out.

How to perform an enema step-by-step

Prep your body

Drink a solution of chlorella or spirulina (about 2 tablespoons) in water or a smoothie about an hour before the treatment. This ensures heavy metals and toxins move out with the waste. It helps prep the body for the detox and acts as a sidekick.

2. Prepare your Green Coffee

Grind the coffee beans in a blender or coffee grinder, it doesn’t need to be super fine, just break down the bean.
Now, take 3 cups of distilled, clean, pure water and simmer the ground beans for at least 30 minutes; the longer, the better.

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3. Get your Enema Kit Ready

Prep your tools. This is the enema kit I use, and I ensure everything is cleaned and prepared prior to use, including sanitation (I use an alcohol soak) to get it ready.
I love to do this in the bath or shower, so that’s where my setup happens.

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4. Fill Your Bag

When the solution is ready, add another 1.5 cups of cooler water so you don’t have to wait for the hot water to cool down, and so you don’t burn your butt. Please don’t burn your butt!

5. Now, for the Fun Part

Use a slippery solution (you know, lube or something) around the tube that goes up your butt. Squatting helps but isn’t necessary. You want it up there as far as it can safely go. It may feel a bit uncomfortable at first, but it should *not* hurt.

6. Go at your own pace

Use the gauge on the side to determine the pace, allowing the solution to enter the body slowly.

Tips for when you it’s “all up in there”

Get cozy, the solution should stay in for at least 30 minutes for maximum benefits, so don’t go anywhere. This is why I choose the bath or shower.
Make it a ritual, listen to music, read, meditate.
Sit on your right side, to ensure the liver is activated
Do light stretches, or gently rub your belly in circular motions
Don’t push or force, let the solution do its job
Avoid alcohol and heavy/ greasy foods for the rest of the day. Take it easy!