White clay from the porcelain industry—used in naturopathy as a toxin binder, acid neutralizer, and diuretic.
Interesting facts about kaolin
- The foundation of Meissen porcelain – Böttger used it to unlock the Chinese secret.
- Melting point: 1,450°C – extremely high.
- Used in sausage factories to make artificial casings.
Effects & Properties
Kaolin binds stomach acid, soothes mucous membranes, and drains tissue. The Silicate content It works similarly to Silicea: it helps overcome old patterns and cleanses tissues from the inside. Kaolin neutralizes acids, binds toxins in the intestines, and regulates the pH of the environment.
Features: toxin-binding, diuretic, antispasmodic, digestive, cleansing, pH-regulating.
Applications
Bolus alba for tonsillitis
In cases of tonsillitis, the lymphatic tissue and mucous membranes are contaminated with bacterial toxins—the body is unable to fully overcome the inflammation. Kaolin drains the inflamed tissue, binds bacterial toxins, and thereby relieves the burden on the immune system. With the toxin load reduced, the inflammation can finally heal.
Kaolin for diarrhea
Diarrhea is caused by toxins in the intestines—whether they result from indigestion or are produced by bacteria. Kaolin binds these toxins directly in the intestines, neutralizes them, and flushes them out of the body. At the same time, the white clay soothes the irritated intestinal lining and helps it regenerate. The diarrhea subsides, and the intestinal lining calms down.
Bolus alba for stomach problems
For heartburn and stomach problems, kaolin neutralizes excess stomach acid directly in the stomach. Its alkaline silicate structure binds the acid, soothes the irritated stomach lining, and relaxes the stomach muscles. A natural alternative to synthetic antacids—with no systemic effects.
Kaolin for Joint and Muscle Pain
Chronic heartburn depletes the body’s own buffer systems (sodium bicarbonate)—once these are depleted, pH levels can drop in other tissues as well, such as muscles and joints. An acidic environment triggers the rheumatic inflammatory cascade, causing pain. Kaolin binds stomach acid and regulates pH levels systemically—thereby eliminating the basis for rheumatic inflammation.
Instructions for Use
As a short-term treatment, take dissolved kaolin powder throughout the day.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safe to use—especially effective for heartburn during pregnancy as a natural alternative to antacids.
Profile
- Description: Kaolin (Bolus alba)
- Other names: White clay, aluminum silicate
- Characteristics: A solid, whitish powder
- Applications: Gastrointestinal and skin conditions
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
