How To Take A Clay Bath

First, fill a glass of drinking water (preferably filtered) and have it next to the tub. bathing clay

As your bathtub is filling with very warm/hot water, slowly mix in the clay (very warm/hot water opens the pores of the skin and stimulates the lymph system). Stir the clay as the tub is filling, to keep the clay particles from sticking together bathing clay

When you are finished with your bath, drink the glass of water to replenish and then shower off.

How much clay to use is an individual choice depending on your health. Since this clay has a powerful ionic charge for pulling out toxins etc. 2 to 3 cups is the amount commonly used (some people use more). The following are some suggestions.

** For the healthy person wanting a maintenance bath, 2 to 3 cups or more can be used…soaking for 20 minutes or so.
** If you are experiencing minor aches and pains, use 1 to 2 cups…soaking in the tub for approximately 15 minutes.

Those with chronic conditions i.e. high blood pressure, heart condition, it is a good idea to check with your doctor first and with approval, try ˝ to 1 cup and soaking in the tub for just 10 minutes. If you cannot get into a tub you can do a foot soak, or even a clay pak. (Eating Terramin would be most beneficial.)bathing clay

Some people let the water and clay go down the drain. Others concerned about clay clogging their drain, wait a few hours for the clay to settle to the bottom of the tub. Then they bucket the water out and use paper towels to scoop out the remaining clay.

Remember to drink the glass of water, and give the body a rest.

Multiple Uses Of Clay

The Clay Pak – Clay works as an antiseptic and has an antibacterial action which in almost all cases will stop the growth of bacteria and microorganisms, making it a complimentary remedy when treating inflammations, infections, open wounds, sprains, broken bones, skin disease and acne. Make a thick paste of clay and water and spread evenly over the affected area OR spread the clay on the back of a piece of cotton cloth and place over the affected area. Leave it on for an hour or so, and replace with a new pak as necessary. To keep the pak moist, use a water bottle and spray.

Eczema, Psoriasis, Itching - Eczema and Psoriasis are common skin complaints. People with eczema and psoriasis have had amazing results in healing when detoxification and changing the diet takes place. The clay bath will be soothing, detoxifying and cleansing for the pain and itching. However, to really heal up these conditions, a combined internal as well as external detoxification program works best in conjunction with changing the diet.

When dealing with eczema and psoriasis naturopathic and holistic doctors recognize the need for a cleansing program to give the elimination system a rest i.e. liver, kidneys, and colon. The Pagano diet, as detailed in the book Healing Psoriasis by chiropractor John Pagano, uses the idea of restoring a healthy digestive track to solve the problem of psoriasis. The implication is that the build up of toxicity leads psoriasis sufferers to expel toxins through secondary systems, namely the skin.bathing clay

A clay bath is recommended to open the pores of the skin, in conjunction with changing the diet, and ingesting edible, pure calcium montmorillonite clay, Terramin, daily. One tablespoon of Terramin in 8 ounces of water one to two times a day is the suggested dosage (first thing in the morning and before bed).

Facial or Body Masque - Clay is a wonderful deep cleansing solution for a facial or body masque. It has an astringent action as well as a toning affect and leaves the skin soft while opening pores and removing dead skin cells.

You may mix clay with water or apple cider vinegar. Make a paste and apply a thin layer to the skin. Since clay has an antibacterial as well as an antiseptic action, it will stop the growth of bacteria, prevent decay, and arrest the development of microorganisms. Leave the masque on for about 20 minutes and rinse off.

Another formula from THE CLAY CURE consists of three ounces of clay, one egg, and equal parts of honey and cold water. The amount of honey added determines the hydrating ability of the masque. Persons with dry skin, or those who live in a dry climate, should add more honey than water. Persons with oily skin, or those who live in a humid climate, may prefer less honey and more water for a more absorbent masque. Leave the masque on for about 20 minutes, then rinse, rub, or brush off. After preparing the masque, you can store what is left over in the refrigerator.


How Does Clay Work

What makes clay effective is the negative ionic charge it carries. (This charge is measurable.) The negative ionic charge in clay is best used by the body for detoxification purposes. The stronger the ionic charge the more effective for pulling out toxins.

All toxins are positively charged. In nature, opposites attract. Thus, the negative ions in the clay attract the toxins, which are positively charged ions.

So, when bathing with a good quality clay that has a powerful drawing effect, toxicities, metals, chemicals, poisons, impurities etc., will literally be pulled out of the body through the pores of the skin, when bathing and when ingested, through the kidneys, liver and lymphatic system and out the elimination channels of the body....safely, effectively and inexpensively. The toxins stick to the clay.


Stimulating the body's elimination system is extremely important in the healing process. We cannot stress enough the importance of utilizing clay baths in conjunction with internal use of calcium montmorillonite clay.

Which Clay Is Best to remove heavy metals
"Although they may have a similar chemical analysis, not all clays are the same. to help "remove heavy metals

There are many detoxifying clays for bathing and most are effective and safe. Our favaorite is the 'red desert clay,' which is a pure calcium montmorillonite.

It can be taken internally (Terramin), as well as used for bathing and poultices, has a very 'powerful negative ionic charge,' has been hydro-thermally altered and seasoned, and very importantly, the majority of particle sizes in the 'red desert clay' are approximately 2 to 3 microns, which allows for greater aDsorption and aBsorption. The tradenames for this clay are Terramin, Terrabathe and Nutramin.

The mine is located in the Southeastern corner of California, near the Mexico border. In this region rainfall is minimal, moisture is nearly non-existent, and temperatures are consistently high. This combination of arid conditions keeps the clay ions in 'open ion state' making them more usable. Many clay deposits found in Northern areas where there is rain, snowfall and leaching are not as likely to be found in an 'open ion state', which makes a big difference in the quality and grade.

There is over 40 years of documented research on the 'red desert calcium montmorillonite clay' and all the studies are favorable. Because of the research denoting ionic exchange capacities, 'red desert clay' has been termed "living clay" due to the greater abundance of negatively charged ions it carries.

"Living Clay presently is being used internationally to clarify and balance small and large bodies of water. This is so because "Living Clay" particles are smaller than many bacteria; when bacteria encounters an environment abundant in clay it becomes surrounded by the clay, and imbedded in it. The immediate result is that the bacteria are unable to receive nourishment and cannot survive." Dr. Simon Cohen N.D. a miracle of life
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Sources of Metal and Chemical Toxicity Mercury, besides leaking from teeth fillings, is also found in fish, cosmetics, pesticides, paint and plastics. Aluminum is found in soft drink cans, cookware, cheeses, baking powder, deodorants, and white flour. Cadmium is contained in cigarette smoke, coffee, gasoline, steel cooking pans, and metal pipes. Arsenic may be present in coffee, industrial pollution and pesticides, and salt. Lead is found in dyes, gasoline, paint, plumbing, pottery, insecticides, tobacco smoke, textiles and scrap metal. Copper is found in supplements, hard water, hot tubs and swimming pool chemicals, cookware, the birth control pill and other estrogen medications, copper IUD's, and dental materials. Nickel is found in dental crowns, and jewellery. Carbon Monoxide of course, comes from auto exhaust, cigarette smoke and smog.

"...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, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, stomach ulcers, animal and poisonous insect bites, acne, anemia, in fact, the list of uses is too long for this article. It was used during the Balkan war of 1910 to reduce mortality from cholera among the soldiers from sixty to three percent

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