Bentonite, also referred to as Montmorillonite, is one of the most effective and powerful healing clays used to treat both internal and external maladies and has been used by indigenous cultures since before recorded history because of its healing benefits.

Bentonite clay not only draws toxic material out of the body if taken internally, but also reduces pain and infection in open wounds on both humans and animals.

When mixed with water, bentonite swells up (this is imperceptible to the naked eye) and becomes very porous. The electrical and molecular components change and produce an electrical charge. Its highest power lies in the ability to absorb toxins, impurities, heavy metals and other internal contaminants.

Bentonite is sedimentary clay from volcanic ash. It is an effective and cleansing clay if used externally as a face mask, in the bath or externally as a clay poultice. Internally it can be added to water or glazed upon food to help those with sensitive palates.

Bentonite attracts and neutralizes poisons in the intestinal tract. It can eliminate food allergies, food poisoning, mucus colitis, spastic colitis, viral infections, stomach flu, and parasites (parasites are unable to reproduce in the presence of clay).

There is virtually no digestive disease that clay will not treat. It enriches and balances blood. It adsorbs radiation (think cell phones, microwaves, x-rays, TVs and irradiated food, for starters).

It has been used for alcoholism, arthritis, cataracts, diabetic neuropathy, pain treatment, open wounds, diarrhoea, haemorrhoids, stomach ulcers, animal and poisonous insect bites, acne, anaemia.

• To assist in the removal of toxic substances in the digestive system
• Bacterial food poisoning, organic and inorganic toxicity
• To cleanse the colon and promote proper bacterial balance in the intestines
• To begin the process of detoxification of the liver
• To stimulate liver function
• As a part of short term cleansing programs used to promote good health
• Critical to support external healing clay treatment (pelotherapy )
• Removal of heavy metals and recovery from chemical therapies and radiation
• With special long term treatments, to increase T-cell count and fix free oxygen in the blood stream
• Reduction of free radical damage (thus anti-aging )
• Improved immune system function
• Improved cellular respiration
• Improved digestive efficiency

Contraindications:

• Bentonite and other healing clays are not to be taken internally concurrently with life-sustaining prescribed medications without careful medical supervision.
• Bentonite and other healing clays used internally in conjunction with medications or herbal programs may lessen the effects of medications without careful administration.
• Bentonite and other healing clays should not be used internally with those who currently have high blood pressure, without proper supervision and other supportive treatment.
• Bentonite and other healing clays should not be used by those with a clinically diagnosed iron intolerance (a rare condition ) without seeing a laboratory analysis of the clay used or blood sample monitoring.

(Information courtesy of http://www.eytonsearth.org)

To use as a face mask — Mix 1-2 teaspoons with enough water to make a paste and apply to the skin. Leave to work for 10-15 minutes and rinse with clean warm water and pat the skin dry. Add a couple of drops of tea tree oil for added benefit for clearing spots.

To use in the bath — Add 2-3 tablespoons to the bath and mix thoroughly.

To use internally — It is generally advisable to start with 1 tablespoon of bentonite clay daily, mixed with a small amount of juice then gradually increase the dosage to no more than 4 tablespoons daily.

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