{"product_id":"bentonite-clay-2","title":"Bentonite Clay","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is bentonite clay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay is a type of natural clay that is very fine and soft. When water is added, it makes a paste. Some people use this paste for medical or beauty purposes, like treating rashes and acne or putting it on their hair as a mask.  People have been using bentonite clay for thousands of years to get rid of oily skin and toxins in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay is in a lot of skin care products, but some people also put it in their food or drinks to help with digestion or get rid of toxins in their bodies.  A lot of research has been done on the health benefits of bentonite clay, but most of it has been done on animals or cells. Before scientists can know what the real benefits and risks of bentonite clay are for people, they need to do more research. In this article, we'll look at the research behind 11 possible health benefits and risks of bentonite clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use bentonite clay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"generator\" content=\"quillbot-pphr\"\u003eTo form a thick paste, combine the powdered bentonite clay with water. Apply it to skin regions that are prone to acne or oiliness. After 20 minutes, remove the mask and give it a thorough rinse. It is recommended to perform this two or three times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBentonite clay benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay absorbs, which means it pulls things like dirt from your skin to itself. It also absorbs a significant amount of water. It is used to make face masks and make pet litter stick together. Bentonite is able to exchange many ions. That means that ions with a positive charge can stick to clay, which has a negative charge. Those are minerals like magnesium, sodium, and potassium. Aluminum and silica are also found in bentonite. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eRemoving toxins from the body:\u003c\/strong\u003e A toxin called aflatoxin B1 that comes from some types of mold was made less dangerous by bentonite clay. When chicks got a concentrated bentonite clay product, it made them sick less than when they didn't get the clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eBentonite Clay for Internal Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e When Bentonite Clay is eaten, it gives the body nutrients like calcium, magnesium, silica, sodium, copper, iron, and potassium that help replenish vitamins and minerals and make the body more alkaline. It can help with digestive problems like constipation, IBS, and nausea by getting rid of toxins, chemicals, impurities, and heavy metals from the gut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA daily bentonite clay drink is an easy way to get all of these benefits. Just add bentonite clay powder, which is safe for food, to a glass of water, juice, or smoothie. We love adding one teaspoon of Earth's Purity Drink's Body \u0026amp; Bath Bentonite Clay, which is made from food-grade clay, to our morning smoothies to make them more nutritious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eDental care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bentonite clay has many benefits for teeth, such as getting rid of plaque, remineralizing teeth, and cleaning the mouth well. Bentonite clay is gentle, a little rough, and has a mild, pleasant taste. It can make your smile shine brighter than ever. Our favorite toothpaste is My Magic Mud Whitening Toothpaste Peppermint with Bentonite Clay, which contains food-grade activated coconut shell charcoal, coconut oil, and diatomaceous earth. What happened? This toothpaste is effective and does not harm your teeth. It polishes and whitens teeth without damaging the enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eMake a facial mask with bentonite clay.  \u003c\/strong\u003eBentonite clay tightens and tones the skin, and because it is absorbent, it can pull out toxins from deep inside. Mix 2-3 tablespoons of clay powder with the same amount of water or apple cider vinegar to make a face mask. Follow up with this facial serum and facial oil moisturizer that you can make yourself.  Put a thick but even layer of the mixture on the face and let it dry for about 10 to 15 minutes. It should be tight and have a slight tingling feeling. Run warm water over it and pat it dry. Use it once or twice a week for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy bentonite clay? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy bentonite clay from the health food store in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Alive Herbals - The best online herbal store in the USA\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\"\u003eUSA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The best online health food store in the USA - Alive Herbals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlive Herbals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBentonite clay information (at a glance):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 235.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBentonite Clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAluminum phyllosilicate clay.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eThe product is originally from the western United States. Packaged in the USA.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eIngredient\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBentonite Clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBentonite clay doesn't really have a taste or smell.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eShelf life is about \u003cstrong\u003e2 years. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe best way to store them is in a cool, dark place with a lid that keeps out air.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003ePrecautions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003eWe requested that, Before consuming \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/spice-shop\"\u003espices\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the superior grocery store in the USA - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/aliveherbal.com\/product-category\/spices-and-herbs\/herbs\/\"\u003eherbs\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/teas-store\"\u003eteas\u003c\/a\u003e or any kind of natural products, you consult an expert qualified healthcare practitioner or herbalist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eNote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eThis product information has not been appraised by the Food and Drug Administration \u003ca title=\"FDA-US - Alive Herbals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e(FDA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 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