Zeolites are formed naturally resulting from a chemical reaction between saline water and volcanic lava. Zeolites are structured like cages which have open spaces and channels. Ions and molecules can move easy into and out of the structure. This class of materials is known as molecular sieves.
Zeolites are negatively charged minerals which are uncommon in nature. Having the negative charge allows them to attract and trap atoms, ions, and compounds that are positively charged and remove them from a system. Heavy metal toxins found in our bodies have a positive charge.
Research has shown that zeolites remove lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium and other heavy metals. Zeolites actually help to balance the pH level in our bodies. Having a balanced pH level stabilizes the immune system.
For over 800 years, zeolites have been used in Asia in it\'s powdered form traditionally to promote overall health and well being. Most zeolites are natural. They are non toxic and safe for long term use. The US FDA has given zeolites the status of GRAS (generally recognized as safe.
We are exposed to heavy metal toxins on a daily basis in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink, not to mention other chemicals we apply to our bodies. It is important to know your product and get the one with the most research behind it.
Zeolites should go in empty and come out full. If the zeolites you are using are not properly activated, they could go in full and come out the same way without actually absorbing anything. There is no danger of absorbing the contents of the zeolites as they are virtually indestructible, however, it wont do you any good.
When looking for a product to used in your personal detox, keep in mind the following points. Choose a product that is natural and not synthetic. The zeolites should be activated or chemically washed to remove the natural toxins it has already absorbed, from being in nature. Also, you don\'t want to contaminate the zeolites before you ingest them, ensure that they are suspended in water.
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