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Red DesertTM /Terramin Clay

Premium Calcium Montmorillonite
Internal Body Detoxification

The purpose of the Red DesertTM clay is to

effectively, safely and inexpensively provide internally cleansing of the body and to remove ~

**Environmental toxins
**Heavy metals, i.e. aluminum, mercury, lead, arsenic,
   copper, cadmium, radiation
**Formaldehyde
**Chemicals
**Pesticides, Herbicides
**Unfriendly bacterias and more.

The Red DesertTM is also effective for

**Neutralizing Stomach Acid
**Dissolving many Cysts
**Building Strong Bones
**Aiding Healthy teeth and gums
**Strengthens the Immune System
**Powerful Mud Detox facial

We cannot completely remove ourselves from all the toxins we encounter in daily living, however, through detoxification, we can successfully assist the body in gently, easily and safely removing this accumulation while strengthening our immune system, and supplying our body with highly absorbable essential minerals and trace elements. Terramin edible clay

The cause of many illnesses and diseases is directly related to the accumulation of toxins that our bodies are not able to eliminate.

Many, many health complaints are symptom treated and often the toxic body is overlooked. When the body is overloaded with toxins, the organs cannot function at their optimum. Our immune system weakens, we become tired, and then we start treating symptoms.Terramin edible clay

Instead of waiting for disease and illness to occur, there are safe and effective alternatives that will keep the cells, tissues and organs cleansed on a daily basis, which in turn will strengthen the immune system.

Neva Jensen - "The Internal use of clay for ulcerated or irritated conditions of the stomach, bowels, colon or bladder can give noticeable relief. Over-acidity in the tissue of these organs can be corrected with the use of clay."

What Is Detoxification?

In simple terms, it is the process where the human body cleanses itself from the inside out of accumulated wastes we encounter each day and releasing them thru the elimination channels of the body. The liver, spleen, kidneys, bowel, lungs, skin and lymphatic system performs this function on a daily basis, providing the diet is good and the body is healthy. Terramin edible clay

~ ~ Our health depends on ~ ~

* eating high quality nourishing food

* the cells absorbing these foods properly

* eliminating all the wastes from the body

It is important to eliminate ALL wastes from the body every day. If the diet has been less than high quality, it is most likely the organs cells and body systems are functioning less efficiently as they did when we were children. calcium montmorillonite clay

Over the years as toxins accumulate, they block the body's ability to absorb nutrients from the food we eat. The body's natural process of detoxification becomes sluggish and the waste cannot be eliminated properly, often leading us to the various health challenges we experience.

What Are These Toxins From?

Toxins come from many, many sources. A few of the most common sources include:

** Drugs and pharmaceuticals
** Aluminum in cookware, sodas, toothpaste, deodorant etc.
** Environment pollutants in the air we breathe i.e. exhaust, smoke,
     fumes, plastics, industrial chemicals etc.
** Food – herbicides, pesticides, food additives and preservatives, msg, to
     name a few
** Water – chemicals, chlorine, polluted lakes, rivers, streams, often
     bottled water absorbs toxins from the plastic bottle itself
** Mercury amalgam fillings, fish
** Pesticides and fertilizers we use at home
** Internally from fermentation, rancidity from undigested foods consumed
** Toxic thoughts and emotions
calcium montmorillonite clay edible clay

What Do I Use To Detoxify My Body?

To assist my body in eliminating the toxins from daily living, I use premium calcium montmorillonite clay aka Terramin, red desert clay. The reason I use this particular clay -

a) it is 100% pure, edible and of the highest quality
b) it is a powerful, deep total body detoxifier – which can be taken daily to
remove toxins, including bacteria
c) helps my body stay in an alkaline state where diseases cannot
thrive. For Example: Cancerous tissues are acidic. At a pH level of
7.4 cancer cells become dormant. When the pH level reaches 8.5
cancer cells die.
d) it provides an impressive assortment of essential minerals and trace
elements in a highly absorbable form. (I finally found a great source of
absorbable calcium!)
e) it is safe, effective and gentle and comes straight from Mother Nature
f) it stimulates the body systems to heal itself and recover from many
ailments Terramin

There are many detoxification programs available using supplements such as herbs and homeopathic remedies which are aimed at cleansing one organ or another i.e. the bowels, the skin, the liver, the blood etc. They all approach the problem at different levels and can be very helpful. The holistic M.D. who originally helped me get to the root of my severe health problems and clear them with detoxifying herbs and homeopathic remedies now promotes the use of 100% pure calcium montmorillonite clay for body detoxifier.Terramin

For more information on the uses of clay, as well as some history and summaries of controlled studies and research, the books THE CLAY CURE and THE HEALING POWER of LIVING CLAY are interesting reads. THE CLAY CURE includes information on specific uses of edible clay for chronic and common ailments, discusses how clay works and some scientific background. Also, the book Clay Minerology by Grim Ralph (2nd edition) expands deeper into the subject.

CYSTS - Ganglion cyst - Ran Knishinsky was diagnosed with a ganglion cyst on his wrist. His doctor gave him 2 options - Surgery to remove it or "eat clay minerals." Ran chose to eat the clay containing earth minerals, with the intention of clearing the problem at the source as opposed to the surgery to remove it for the time being. After eating clay, Ran watched his tumor completely shrink over a 2 month period until it was completely gone. This is most likely due to the strong ionic charge of the clay, which binds to toxins or poisons which build up and crystallize in a particluar area of the body (in this case - the wrist).

Ganglion cyst - I just wanted to share the good news. It's only been just under three weeks that I've been taking the clay and my wrist has improved dramaticly. I have almost full range motion in my wrist and the pain is down to minimal. Terramin has saved me from the risks of surgery and spending thousands of dollars. I'll be doing pushups and playing my guitar again very soon! I couldn't be happier! 12/9/06 Dave S. Naples Florida

Sebaceous Cyst - I bought the Terramin Clay in early March. Shortly after receiving it I was scheduled to see my Podiatrist for and ingrown toenail. At the appointment, I had shown her a lump on the inside of my right ankle. She determined that it was a sebaceous cyst (the size of half a golf ball!) She had told me that she could excise it surgically on another visit, and that in time, it could present problems by pressing on nerves, and creating numbness. I had been eating the Red DesertTM Terramin Clay for about a week prior to the first appointment. Two weeks later on a follow up visit for evaluating the removed ingrown toenail, I had discovered that the cyst was gone! So in just 3 weeks of using this wonderful natural product, I am not worrying about having to have the ankle surgery! Thank you Maryanne for your website, and your wonderful product! 4/07/07 Cathy D. Franktown, CO

How Does This Calcium Montmorillonite Red DesertTM clay work?

It is best if the calcium montmorillonite is a high quality clay to be most effective. Look for a high negative ionic charge to pull out those toxins…..the ionic charge is measureable….and the clay must be rich in essential minerals and trace elements, in a highly absorbable form. The Terramin for example, contains more than 60 of these essential minerals and trace elements. Terramin

When ingested, each tiny, tiny particle of this clay, remains in an alkaline state retaining its electrically active, negatively charged ion. The toxins in your body, which are positively charged, magnetize to the negatively charged ions in the clay. These tiny clay particles surround and bind to each toxin holding them in a colloidal state (suspended) until they leave the body through the waste elimination process, gently cleaning out that which does not serve the body. Terramin

In addition, it is also among the highest and richest natural form of absorbable essential minerals on the earth, and has been around for centuries, right here on Mother Earth. Also, ingesting the clay has an indirect positive effect on the liver by facilitating the cleansing of the gastrointestinal tract and removing waste, bypassing the liver and general circulation. Terramin

Research On Desert Clay

There is documented research on the beneficial effects of calcium montmorillonite clay when eaten by animals in the wild, cattle, poultry, fish, birds and so on. The following is a quote from the book The Healing Power of Living Clay by Neva Jensen. Terramin

"Of possible pertinence to the above is the report by Cooper that - Keepers in the Baltimore Zoo routinely supply to the kangaroos three to four pounds of red clay per week as a dietary supplement. In discussing this with the administrative and veterinary staff of the zoo they said it is common knowledge among zookeepers that kangaroos in captivity are liable to develop lesions in the mouth, which are more or less comparable to canine black tongue. When this condition in the kangaroo is discovered very early, it can be treated successfully by the administration of the B-complex (untreated, it is rapidly fatal) but it can be avoided entirely by supplying red clay to the animals regularly."Terramin

NASA Sponsored Research

The beneficial effects of minerals in the premium calcium montmorillonite clay have been documented in research and controlled studies conducted by many scientists and leading universities including UC Davis in California and Texas A&M University as well as the Institute for Biological Research.

One such study was conducted by Dr. Benjamin H. Ershoff, Phd. (Physiologic Effects of Dietary Clay Supplements) This was NASA sponsored research prompted by evidence that astronaut's bodies lose large amounts of calcium from their bones under conditions of weightlessness. Dr. Ershoff's studies found that supplementing the diet alone couldn't reverse the damage of severely accelerated osteoporosis but the premium calcium montmorillonite clay did.

When a small percentage of the clay was added to the diet, Ershoff said, the animals body weight increased and bone diseases were prevented. Little or no benefits were noted, he said, when calcium alone was added.

How Much premium calcium montmorillonite clay should I use?

This depends on your health, and is really an individual choice. Some people have a cast iron stomach, so to speak, others have very sensitive systems, and others have cancer. Follow your intuition and you will know. You can start with as little as 1/4 tsp and increase to 1/2 tsp or more.

Some people eat clay by the tablespoon, however the minerals in the Terramin clay are readily absorbable, so more is not necessarily better. With Diarrhea, frequent dosages are often given for a day or so, until the condition corrects itself.

It is suggested that the clay be taken on an empty stomach for best results, however it is fine to take at any time. Drink plenty of water.

Ran Knishinsky who wrote The Clay Cure – Natural Healing from the Earth, started taking the clay when he was diagnosed for a "ganglion cyst" – a cystic tumor usually connected with a joint or tendon. After taking the clay day in and day out for two months the growth shrank until it was completely gone.

Along with taking the clay, it is just as important to be aware of what you are eating, the water you are drinking, and the thoughts you are thinking. All can be toxic to your body. Terramin

Why Are The Minerals Important?

The body cannot manufacture its own minerals. We've all heard the stories about how mineral and vitamin depleted our soils are; and yet these minerals and trace elements determine the nutritional value of what we eat. Without minerals the body will die. A deficiency of minerals will create a whole host of problems in the body.

Remember, trace minerals are essential to animal and human health. "Trace"should not be interpreted as insignificant.

The following is an excerpt from THE CLAY CURE by Ran Knishinsky

What would happen if your body lacked the essential minerals it needs? Here are some minerals and the beneficial role they play:

Calcium: essential to the formation of strong bones and teeth.
Iodine: keeps the thyroid gland running.
Iron: vital to the blood, carries oxygen; a lack of it can cause anemia.
Magnesium: necessary to food metabolism and nerve function.
Phosphorus: regulates heart, nerve, and muscle activity and helps to
maintain acid- alkaline balance in the blood and tissue.
Potassium: plays a role in maintaining water and pH balance in addition to
strengthening the nerves and heart.
Selenium: once thought to be toxic, today recognized as one of the most
valuable elements; it works as an antioxidant, a major factor in the
prevention of cancer.
Sodium: helps regulate water and pH balance; too much can cause
edema, swelling of the tissues.
Zinc: important to the functions of the eyes and, in men, a working
prostate. Terramin edible clay

Other Therapeutic Applications and Uses For This Living Clay

The clay (Terramin) has many, many beneficial therapeutic uses. It is ideal for insect bites and stings, skin conditions, eczema, itching, hives, rashes, burns (including sunburn), decontamination of water, gum disease i.e. gingivitis and pyorrhea. Make a paste with clay and water and apply to affected area. For gum disease, add less water than clay and roll; put along gumline and sleep with it for a couple of weeks.

Also, excellent to add to your pets water as well as added to the soil of your plants for additional nutrients. Terramin

The clay can be stored just about anywhere. It will not lose its potency or deteriorate with time.

In summary, premium calcium montmorillonite clay is a miracle of life, offering and excellent total body detoxifier, available in the purest form. It is safe, gentle and effective and is an ideal source of much needed nutrients. terramin



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We welcome your questions, testimonials and the like, e-mail or call Maryanne Maldonado
The Pet Alternative
Tucson AZ
520.219.2379

My Story ~

I would prefer not to focus on my past history, for my life and future are much more exciting. But for those who ask, here is a brief story of my recovery.

I spent a lifetime, almost 30 years with much illness and "unhealth." I am now 48. I've lived with severe IBS, systemic candida, pre cancer in the liver, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic acne, 20 years of back pain, arthritis, allergies, bulimia, hypoglycemia, diabetes II and migraines….to name a few. It took way too long to restore my health, because I did not know that my body was toxic and overrun from the accumulation of antibiotics, junk food and depression.

With all that I knew and tried, it never seemed enough. When I changed my diet to organic food, took herbs, vitamins and homeopathic remedies, I was still always tired and ill. All of these were very good things to do, but not very effective at the time, because my body was so toxic and weak it was unable to digest, absorb or assimilate the foods and supplements etc.

So, I nibbled on bits of chocolate throughout the day to keep myself "perky" enough so I could work, raise my children and appear successful to the rest of the world…until I was too weak and tired to get out of bed.

A few years ago, I found myself in the hands of a wise, experienced holistic medical doctor who knew how to get to the root of my health crisis. Using many diagnostic tools, including dry and dark blood analysis, I began the detoxification process to cleanse out the massive load of toxins in every organ and then the rebuilding of my body. The road to recovery took over 1.5 years and many, many, many thousands of dollars later, my energy, vitality and enthusiasm for living had returned. I also gained a wonderful education (self-taught) on how I got into such a physical mess in the first place.

Nowadays, to maintain my health, I eat organic food (most of the time), drink pure water, and use herbs, and vitamins as needed. I daily drink water with premium calcium montmorillonite clay in it aka Terramin to assist my body in cleansing out the toxins taken in from daily living i.e. car exhaust, plastics, pesticides and so forth. This clay also gives me a daily dosage of the essential minerals and trace elements necessary for optimum health.

So, I share my story. I wish everyone a life filled with love, laughter and joy. You deserve it! Terramin

Maryanne Maldonado
The Pet Alternative
Tucson AZ
520.219.2379

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Disclaimer: The information on this website is not intended to substitute for professional medical or veterinarian advice. The information and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases or medical problems. This information is provided for educational purposes only. Terramin

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