What are Zeolites?

Natural zeolites form in nature as a result of a chemical reaction between volcanic lava and saline water. Zeolites have large open spaces or cages in their structures that form channels. These channels allow the easy movement of ions and molecules into and out of the structure. This ability puts zeolites in the class of materials known as “molecular sieves.”There are about 40 naturally occurring zeolites and over 100 synthetic zeolites. There are three different classes of zeolites with varying molecular chemical structures:

• Chain-like structures whose minerals form acicular, or needle-like, prismatic crystals - as found in asbestos.
• Framework structures where the crystals are more equal in dimensions - as found in chabazite.
• Sheet-like structures where the crystals are flattened - as found in clinoptilolite.

Another unique and important fact about zeolites is that they are one of the few negatively charged minerals found in nature. The natural properties of zeolites act as molecular sieves, or filtering agents, that attract and trap into them positively charged atoms, ions, and compounds, and can remove them from a system.

How do zeolites work?

For centuries, the powdered forms of specific zeolites have been used as traditional remedies throughout Asia to promote overall health and well being. The story of the “volcanic rocks” has been passed down from generation-to-generation as more and more people have experienced its life-changing benefits.

Zeolites are natural volcanic minerals with an unique, complex crystalline structure. It’s honeycomb framework of cavities and channels (like cages) works at the cellular level trapping, heavy metals and toxins. In fact, because it is one of the few negatively charged minerals in nature, zeolites act as magnets drawing toxins to it, capturing them in its cage and removing them from the body.

How does someone obtain natural zeolites for removing toxins from the body?

There are several brands on the market today. A great source for comparison of the brands can be found at http://www.liquidzeolite.org/. When considering which brand to purchase for consumption, LiquidZeolite.Org has three criteria:

1. Ask for a full 3rd party (must be done by independent lab — not in-house) specification sheet giving full elemental analysis (including any impurities), particle size analysis, micro analysis (bacterial and fungal content), and VOC (volatile organic compound) content. If any of this information is missing for a particular brand, don’t buy it.
2. Ask for powder diffraction analysis to prove that the product actually contains zeolite. As there are liquid zeolite products with no detectable zeolite in them this is very important. If you can’t get hold of this analysis for a particular brand, don’t buy it.

3. Ask for blood serum zeolite level tests to show that the product is actually being absorbed by the body. (It will only be absorbed if the particle size is small enough.) If you can’t get this information for a particular brand, don’t buy it.

The writers of LiquidZeolite.Org go on to say “The only brand we have come across so far that delivers on all three requirements listed above is [Natural Cellular Defense] NCD by Waiora. Most meet none of these three requirements! This we hope changes as more companies decide to conduct the proper tests, but until it does, we advise anyone to stick with the tested products. We will keep you posted if and when we come across other brands that have completed all three tests.”

Which zeolite does Waiora use for the Natural Cellular Defense?

Of the three different classes of zeolites mentioned above Waiora uses naturally-occurring clinoptilolite in the Natural Cellular Defense. This particular zeolite has been used for over 800 years in traditional medicine to improve general health. It has been widely used in its raw form in places like India, China and Russia. In the United States, zeolites have been used in water filtration, air purification, animal feed and even in fertilizers to keep the crops healthy. Now Waiora is using it in an enhanced form using a proprietary activation technology as a dietary supplement.

Key Benefits of Waiora’s Natural Cellular Defense

* Supports a healthy immune system.*

* Helps remove heavy metals, toxins and other substances from the body.*

* Helps balance pH levels in the body.*

* 100 percent natural and non-toxic.*

* Safe for long-term use.*

Where do I purchase Waiora’s Natural Cellular Defense?

Waiora’s NCD is available at wholesale prices at http://EDNGlobalZeolites.com.