Bentonite, also referred to as Montmorillonite, is one of
the most effective and powerful healing clays used to
treat both internal and external maladies. Bentonite can
be used externally as a clay poultice, mud pack or in the
bath, and in skin care recipes. Internally, it can be
added to water or glazed upon food to help those with
sensitive palates. It has a very fine, velveteen feel and
is odorless and non-staining.
Bentonite clay is somewhat different from
the other types of clay. When Bentonite is mixed with
water,
the molecular structure changes and
it rapidly swells
open like a highly porous sponge. Its highest power lies
in the ability to absorb toxins, impurities, heavy metals
and other internal contaminants.
Bentonite's structure
assist the clay in attracting and soaking up poisons on its
exterior wall and then slowly draws them into the interior
center of the clay where it is held in a sort of repository.
Then finishes the job by "pushing" all these nasty substances
such as mucoid plaque out of the body. Bentonite clay can
never be absorbed by the body, so it's not poisonous at all.
The use of Bentonite
clay internally is an old home remedy that people have used
since the early 1900's for various reasons. Its origins are as
simple and basic as the old practice of putting mud on a bee
sting. The bentonite clay comes from a deposit in the western
United States. Generally speaking, bentonite clay is volcanic
ash which was deposited in sea water. By modern definition, it
is a swelling type bentonite (montmorillonite) in its natural
state, with no additives, chemicals, or preservatives. The
only processing it undergoes is crushing. It is traditionally
used as an internal supplement to assist in mineral
deficiencies and to help bind toxins making them more soluble.
External Use:Because of its naturally soft nature
it also makes an invigorating skin and face mask.
Internal use: start with a teaspoon
mixed thoroughly in at least 8 oz. of water. After a few days
or so, you may want to increase the amount of clay by a tiny
bit (a little goes a long way).
Important Information
Silky Scents carries
"Montmorillonite
Bentonite" Clay which is used for both
Internal & External use. There is
another clay called "Sodium Bentonite" which
is NOT
for Internal use. "Sodium Bentonite" is
usually a lot cheaper and it is used
commercially in products such as soap and or
as an additive in shaving soap. Silky Scents
only carries the edible Bentonite Clay "Montmorillonite
Bentonite" for Internal & External
use.
For a
blend of Bentonite
and
Essential Oils
click here
Please note there are no proven studies to
indicate that internal bentonite clay is effective in curing
any ailment. You should always consult a medical doctor for
any ailment.
