Tag: Cation exchange

According to manufacturers and users, bentonite clay's signature detoxifying ability is based on a powerful negative electromagnetic charge. This anionic property is what makes using metal containers and utensils with the clay a problematic combination, as it can interfere with the clay's function.

Zeolites, porous aluminosilicate minerals known for their ion-exchange properties, can and often do contain calcium as part of their chemical makeup. These are not a single mineral but a group, meaning their precise composition, including the presence and amount of calcium, varies significantly based on type and origin.