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This
information is quoted from the following website:
www.safesolutionsinc.com
Bentonite
Clay: Terramin Living Clay
 Bentonite
clay has been recognized as a natural detoxification agent for
centuries by native cultures around the world. When taken internally,
bentonite clay absorbs bodily toxins (heavy metals, free radicals,
pesticides) from the intestinal tract by attracting them to its
extensive surface area, where they adhere like flies to sticky paper.
The toxins are then eliminated with the undigested clay in bowel
movements.
Other health benefits include: aid in digestion, metabolism, and
weight control; and increase in one's longevity, energy and stamina.
Terramin 100% Natural Living Clay is a rich source of calcium and a
other trace minerals. Trace minerals activate our enzyme systems and
the biological functions that underlie nearly every manifestation of
our lives. Terramin replenishes the body's essential minerals and
macro/micro nutrients, where their absence may occur from soil
depletion and genetically modified foods.
The practice of using the Earth to heal people is known as
Pelotherapy, and many such healing clays are used today in
hydrotherapy, balneology, and natural, holistic medicine.
Internal
Uses
Bentonite Clay Taken Orally: Using uncontaminated
healing clays internally can be advantageous for general health.
Traditionally, only small amounts of bentonite clay are required to
achieve the following health benefits:
Detoxification of digestive system
(the sorptive action pulls contaminants from the body)
Fixes free oxygen in the blood
stream (occurs once liver is restored to full function)
Elimination of internal parasites,
organic and non-organic toxicity
Stomach aches and bacterial food
poisoning
Immune system support
Increases T-cell count
Fights free radicals
Mercury poisoning
Trace mineral supplement
Alkalizing agent in the body
Internal Cleanse, Detoxification: Either take one
Terramin tablet for every 50 pounds of own body weight, or drink one
rounded teaspoon of Terramin clay powder mixed in 6-8 oz. of
distilled water or juice, daily. For best results, take on an empty
stomach. Eytons'
Earth recommends taking the clay at night so it can work
unopposed with other food eaten during the day.
Dr. Anderson recommends that when taking bentonite clay
internally, one should always accompany it with Psyllium Husk,
a source of fiber. The reason for this is that some people fear that
the clay could get lodged in the intestine. It is not known for
certain if this has ever occurred, but, just to be safe, include a
psyillium husk fiber supplement when taking bentonite clay orally.
Dr. Anderson suggests this because psyllium is known to help
regularity and to prevent undesirable inorganic minerals from
entering the system.
External
Uses
Bentonite clay is used in health spas for facial masks and full
body wraps for deep dermal cleansing and rejuvenation because it
purifies the skin by removing oils and impurities. Bentonite can also
be used topically to alleviate abrasions, wounds, painful stings,
sore muscles and other skin ailments.
Preparation of Clay Packs and Wraps: Mix the
powdered clay by slowly adding distilled water until a smooth
consistency is formed. Allow time for the clay to set up; clay should
be stiff yet pliable. This state is often referred to as a gelled
clay. Any unused clay should be promptly covered and kept in a
glass jar or sealable container to retain its moisture.
Facial Mask: To 1 rounded teaspoon of Terramin
powder, add enough water or milk to make a loose, aqueous mixture
that can be applied with a brush or fingers. Apply a thin layer and
allow to dry for 10-15 minutes or longer. Rinse with warm water and
pat dry.
Clay Bath Directions for Detoxifying (Heavy metals,
pesticides, poisons)
Information Provided by Perry A.
Smith
Add up to 2 cups of powdered bentonite clay (but not more than 2½
cups) into the bathtub and then run very hot water over the clay, as
hot as it gets. Use a wire whisk to stir the clay around and to help
it dissolve. Once you've got about 3 inches of water in the tub and
the clay is dissolved, start adding cooler water until the water
reaches the desired temperature.
The bath should neither be too hot nor too cool, but should be
nice and warm, as warm as is comfortable. Bathing time depends upon
your condition, but can be anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes. Please
don't overdo it! If you stay in too long you may have what
is known as a cleansing reaction and experience fatigue, headaches,
muscle soreness, etc.
Another option is to take about a cup of extra thick liquid
bentonite clay and put it into the bath water. Others have used a
full quart and more. It is highly effective in drawing out toxins.
But too much, or too long exposure, will dry out the skin. If so,
follow the bath by applying a body lotion.
In Energy to Heal by Wendell Hoffman and through his own
research, Hoffman found that a pure high-grade bentonite clay used in
a bath can actually draw out toxic chemicals through the pores of the
skin. After many experiments, he concluded that optimum results are
obtained by immersing oneself in a tub of very warm water mixed with
a very pure bentonite clay for exactly 20 minutes! Not just any clay
will do. It is crucial to use clean, uncontaminated clay.
Extreme amounts of bentonite clay used in a bath have been known
to help the body detox from severe heavy metal poisoning; one can
tell, because if it works, the clay turns black (from Eytons'
Earth). Some people may notice the clay turns dark and may
even take on a tar like consistency. Use rubber gloves and scoop out
as much clay as possible and then clean the bath tub. Usually 1 –
2 baths is sufficient to draw out the toxins.
Clay baths using 1 cup of powdered bentonite clay or 1 cup of
thick liquid clay is good for soaking tired, sore muscles.
Case
Histories
Skin Rejuvenation: 1 to 12 cups of bentonite clay
added to a hot bath; hydrated bentonite clay used as and deep
cleansing a normal soap; clay masks applied to the skin; clay
formulations used in a massage treatment.
Skin Conditions: Eczema, acne, rashes, warts,
yeast, fungus, poison ivy, cold sores, canker sores, shingles, cuts,
boils, staph around fingernails, more. Depending on the condition,
bentonite clay compresses or packs can be used (acne, athletes foot,
cystic condition requires dense packs applied for an extended amount
of time) along with 1 teaspoon of powdered clay taken internally each
day.
Acne: Severe acne was cleared in 4 months. The
entire back was covered with clay pack
once a day as well as the
face. Left on for 30 minutes and removed. After healing, clay was
continued until discoloration was gone.
Boils: Packed with wet clay and covered. Replace
pack every 2 hours. Boils drained and
cleared in 3 days.
Eczema of the scalp: Covered with moist clay
overnight. Repeated until healed.
Rapid healing of injuries (bruises, sprains, burns, etc.):
Thick bentonite clay packs applied to sprains, bruises,
breaks, etc. Thin clay strips, covered, or compresses applied to
burns. For any injury that includes a break in the skin, never allow
the clay to dry. Simply change out the dressing as needed.
Burn from hot water: Covered with clay pack and
ice. No blistering occurred. Sun burn will also respond. Cover pack
with chipped ice as well.
Bite and Sting Relief: Bentonite clay hydrated
with water (applied as a poultice) will relieve painful stings or
bites from fire ants, bees, wasps and hornets. Reapply as needed.
Calcium bentonite clay hydrated with 10 ppm colloidal silver can be
applied as a thick poultice to relieve brown recluse and other spider
bites and to help stop bleeding.
Bone and Muscle Damage: Bentonite clay pack
applied immediately after injury, applied ½ - 1 inch thick and
covered, changed as needed (½ to 12 hrs.), duration to maximum
tolerance.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Tendonitis: Bentonite
clay wrap around entire area if possible, ¼ - ½ inch
thick, covered, for 20 minutes to an hour initially, increased to
overnight applications as tolerance permits, for 3 days to 3 weeks.
Surgery: The use of bentonite clay internally
before and after surgery gives remarkable benefits.
Osteoporosis: Astronauts in the United States
space program ingested bentonite clay tablets (rich in calcium) to
reverse the effects of osteoporosis caused by zero gravity.
Severe Bacterial Infections: Wounds cleaned
thoroughly with liquid bentonite clay packs applied at least ½
inch thick, dressings changed as often as required due to drainage,
never allow clay to dry on damaged tissues.
Radiation: Bentonite clay must be used internally
and immediately. Clay baths repeated to tolerance with as much
hydrated clay as the individual can tolerate (based on their stamina)
for 20 minutes to one hour. Compresses or thick clay wraps,
alternating treatment to key locations of the body (targeting the
lymphatic system and primary organs, treatments based on tolerance).
Chronic Headaches: Bentonite clay pack applied to
the nape of the neck for twenty minutes, then applied to the forehead
for 20 minutes (continue to alternate as needed).
Nausea: Drank ½ tsp. clay in water on
arising. Older people found it alleviated nausea caused by
medication.
Eye strain: Thick bentonite clay packs applied to
both closed eyes, covered and left on from between 20 to 90 minutes.
Brush teeth: Bentonite clay acts as an astringent
to gums, removes tartar, controls bleeding gums, abcesses and
pyorrhea.
Bleeding, tender gums: Dissolved several clay
tablets in the mouth several times a day. Gum abscess packed with
clay cleared up in 4 days. Tooth abscess took 2 weeks.
Strep Throat: Gargled with clay solution every 15
minutes. Relived pain when held in the throat a few minutes.
Stomach Ulcers: ½ tsp. clay was taken just
before eating. When acid was noticed, repeated use. This condition
was controlled and corrected with daily use of 1 tsp. clay in water.
Rectal Bleeding: Used 2 tsp. clay in cup of warm
water; inserted with syringe. Pain and bleeding stopped.
Hemorrhoids: Took ½ tsp. clay or 4 tablets
4 times a day. Relief the first day. Regular use of clay prevented
reoccurrence. For pain, inject daily as in rectal.
Diarrhea in small children: Corrected condition
with ¼ tsp. clay in applesauce or any baby food several times
a day. Some added it to liquids in bottle. Mothers put some clay in
foods when traveling and found children more contented and less
susceptible to stomach upsets. Diarrhea common in older patients was
controlled with several clay tablets with meals and at bedtime.
Athlete's foot infection and odors: Dusted entire
area; all signs gone in 2 days. Dusted shoes to prevent recurrence.
Yeast infection: Used clay solution for douche.
Immediately relieved itching and cleared infection with regular use
for 2 weeks.
Nursing mother: Spread smooth paste over nipple
after nursing; used olive oil before nursing. When sore nipples
infant has yeast infections, clay protects the breast from the
infection.
Diaper rash: Severe blistering soothed and healed
by putting a smooth covering of clay paste on buttocks. Dusting with
the clay at each diaper change prevented reoccurrence.
Heavy Metal Poisoning: Reduced from 7 to 2 in 6
months. Using 10 clay tabs a day. Mercury blood levels cut 50% in 3
months with 10 tabs of clay a day.
Pet
Uses
Clay eating is usually instinctively accepted by animals. Adding
it to the daily food ration keeps a pet in good health. All forms of
life benefit from clay use.
Fish: Add to aquariums to control algae or
fungus. Put ailing fish into a bag containing clay and gently shake
to coat them. Return to water quickly! Several treatments may be
needed. Clay reduces stress in aquarium fish.
Dogs: Controls anal itching, stool eating. Use
clay in dog food and drinking water.
Cats: Add powdered clay to litter box.
Livestock: Added to feed; gives stamina and
prevents colic. Used as a bonding agent in hay cubes and pellets.
Other
Uses
Add clay to water of fresh cut
flowers
Add clay to watering tanks to
control algae
Dip roots of plants in clay water
before transplanting
Decontamination of water
Filtering agent for cooking oils
Place on top of soil in potted
plants to control insects
Removes and controls mildew on
tile on bathrooms
Increases seed germination when added to soil.
Research
In the Clay Cure, Knishinsky writes that clay is part of
his diet and he never skips a day without eating clay. He writes
“When clay is consumed, its vital force is released into the
physical body and mingles with the vital energy of the body, creating
a stronger, more powerful energy in the host. The natural magnetic
action transmits a remarkable power to the organism and helps to
rebuild vital potential through the liberation of latent energy. When
the immune system does not function at its best, the clay stimulates
the body's inner resources to awaken the stagnant energy. It supplies
the body with the available magnetism to run well. Clay is said to
propel the immune system to find a new healthy balance and
strengthens the body to a point of higher resistance.”
Bentonite clay's adsorptive and absorptive qualities may be the
key to its multifaceted healing abilities. Knishinsky reports that
drinking clay helped him eliminate painful ganglion cysts (tumors
attached to joints and tendons, in his case, in his wrist) in two
months, without surgery.
Bentonite Clay is one of the most effective natural intestinal
detoxifying agents available and has been recognized as such for
centuries by native peoples around the world. Whatever the name,
liquid clay contains minerals that, once inside the gastrointestinal
tract, are able to absorb toxins and deliver mineral nutrients to an
impressive degree, says Knishinsky. Liquid clay is inert, which means
it passes through the body undigested.
Knishinsky's research suggests that the regular intake of liquid
bentonite clay (typically 1 to 3 tablespoons daily, in divided doses)
can produce other benefits including parasite removal from the
intestines, allergy and hay fever relief, and elimination of anemia
and acne. For example, clay helps anemia because it contains both
types of dietary iron (ferrous and ferric) in an easily assimilated
form; it reduces discomfort from allergies by quickly neutralizing
allergens that would otherwise produce allergic reactions; and it
reduces heartburn and indigestion by absorbing excess stomach acids.
In Our Earth Our Cure, Dextreit writes that clay acts
with wisdom - it goes to the unhealthy spot. Used internally, whether
absorbed orally, anally or vaginally, clay goes to the place where
harm is, there it lodges, perhaps for several days, until finally it
draws out the pus, black blood, etc. with its evacuation.
These statements have not been reviewed by the FDA. This
product is not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent disease”.This
information is quoted from the following website:
www.safesolutionsinc.com
For further information on bentonite clay, please consult the
links below:
Good website about clays:
http://www.eytonsearth.org/bentonite
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