Article: Clay Baths

Because the body detoxes through the skin, clay baths are becoming more and more popular due to their ability to draw out impurities and cleanse the skin.  Clay baths are also great for soaking tired, sore muscles.

Wendell Hoffman, researcher and author of Energy to Heal, concluded that optimum results for clay baths are obtained by immersing one-self in a tub of very warm water mixed with a very pure Bentonite clay for 20 minutes. Not just any clay will do. It is crucial to use "clean natural clay."

One of the most amazing effects of clay baths is the ability of the clay to stimulate the lymphatic system. The more clay that is used in the therapy, the more powerful the response. Sprinkle 2 cups or more of powdered clay into the bathtub while filling it with very warm water. Use a whisk to stir the clay around and to help it dissolve. Submerge as much as possible and soak for 15-20 minutes. Run lots of water to rinse the clay out of your tub.  You can also use the clay water to water your plants.  They will respond colorfully to the added trace minerals.

For more information on the benefits of Clay and its many uses, we highly recommend the book Living Clay: Nature's Own Miracle Cure, and the website www.AboutClay.com.