Guidelines and Dosages

Dr. Gabriel Cousens' Comprehensive Guidelines

The following is Dr. Gabriel Cousen's version of the guidlines and dosage recommendations for liquid zeolite. Dr. Cousens probably has the most experience of any doctor using this supplement.

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

In general, you will need to drink more water than usual when taking liquid zeolite. The heavy metals that liquid zeolite removes from the body carry a positive charge, which allows your body to hold more water. As these toxins are eliminated through sweat, mucus, urine, and feces, water will be eliminated with them.

How much water should you drink each day? As a general rule, drink ½ ounce for each pound of body weight. A 140-pound woman should drink about 70 ounces of water daily. Although the directions on the bottle suggest placing liquid zeolite directly on the tongue, many users prefer to place the drops in an 8-ounce glass of water so as to help ensure sufficient hydration. If you are on a diuretic, start with a very low dose of liquid zeolite and drink extra water. If you live in a dry climate where dehydration is an issue, drink even more water than usual.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGES

Liquid zeolite stays active in the body for five to seven hours. To have liquid zeolite continuously circulating in your body, you need to take a dose approximately every six hours. Liquid zeolite is not toxic at higher levels and has GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status from the FDA. However, it is important to be aware of proper dosing, because taking more than 15 drops at a time may trigger a healing crisis with detoxification symptoms. Many people begin with the smaller maintenance dose as detailed below, and build up to the detoxification dose over several days.

Maintenance dose: 3 to 5 drops 3 x/day, increasing the amount if ever there is a viral, chemical, or other exposure. A bottle of liquid zeolite contains 300 drops and will last 20 to 33 days.

Detoxification dose: 10 to 15 drops 3 x/day for six to eight weeks. A bottle of liquid zeolite will last approximately a week to 10 days. Unless you have a severe health problem, this is the initial dosage that most of our adult clients take. After six to eight weeks, start taking a maintenance dose of 3 to 5 drops 3x/day. Dr. Cousens recommends repeating this dose as often as twice a year.

Severe health challenges: 2 to 3 drops per hour. This is the most effective dose. If this schedule cannot be maintained, take 15 drops 4 x/day. A bottle of liquid zeolite will last approximately five days. In extreme cases in which time is of the essence, many practitioners increase the daily total dose to 90-100 drops taken in divided doses as frequently as possible.

Children: 2 to 3 drops 3 x/day, depending on body weight and health. A good detoxification dose for a 50-pound child is 3 drops 3 x/day, and can go as high as 10-12 drops per day for serious health challenges. For a mid-day dose for children going to school, some parents put a few drops in lunch-box food or drink.

Pets: 2 to 3 drops 3x/day directly in mouth or on food. Large animals 5-7 drops 3x/day. Your animals will want to drink more, so make sure to have plenty of fresh water available for them.

OTHER USES

Topical: Many people have reported that liquid zeolite is effective in helping skin problems such as irritations, rashes, warts, insect bites, and lumps on or under the skin. To use it topically, place a drop of liquid zeolite on the affected area 3 or 4 x/day and cover with a band-aid to keep the skin moist, or add it to a skin oil or cream. For larger areas, dilute liquid zeolite with pure water and apply using a spray bottle. Users have also reported relief of discomfort by massaging liquid zeolite into areas of soreness. Anecdotal reports suggest that adding a few drops of liquid zeolite to skin lotion and other topical products appears to enhance their effectiveness.

Eyes: There is anecdotal evidence that liquid zeolite helps with problems such as styes. A drop or two can be placed on the eye or eyelid, or diluted with pure water and sprayed on. When applied to the eye, liquid zeolite may sting at first.

Ears: Some parents have found liquid zeolite useful in relieving children’s earache symptoms. One or more drops can be placed directly into the ear.

Teeth and gums: Users have reported relief of gum and tooth discomfort (including the discomfort of teething in babies) by putting drops of liquid zeolite onto the gums in the affected area.

CONTRAINDICATIONS & PRECAUTIONS

Liquid zeolite is contraindicated for anyone taking a medication containing heavy metals (such as lithium) or platinum (which is found in some cancer medications). liquid zeolite may remove from the body supplemental lithium and the chemotherapy agents cisplatin and carboplatin, both of which contain platinum. It appears to be safe to begin or resume taking liquid zeolite 3 days after using cisplatin and carboplatin, and 2 days after using other chemotherapies. If you wish to use liquid zeolite while taking lithium, consult your physician.

If you are an insulin-dependent diabetic, be aware that liquid zeolite may lower your need for insulin.

Because the activity of liquid zeolite is entirely passive, it will not attack hip replacements or breast implants. It is prudent, however, to keep zeolite from coming in contact with mercury fillings. To do that, put liquid zeolite in water, take a sip to swish around in your mouth and spit out, and then drink the rest through a straw.

DETOXIFICATION SYMPTOMS

When they begin taking liquid zeolite, some users experience detoxification symptoms, such as headache, diarrhea, tiredness, or overall achiness. After initial detoxification, most people report feeling better than ever. If you experience strong detoxification symptoms, you should discontinue using liquid zeolite until the symptoms pass, and then resume taking it at a lower dose, gradually increasing the number of drops until you reach the dosage you want to take.

While some people report that they have greatly increased energy when they begin to take liquid zeolite, others feel tired while detoxifying. If you do, take naps if possible or go to bed earlier. If that is not possible, you should decrease your dosage. The body does deep healing during sleep, so get at least eight hours of sleep whenever possible.

As a detoxifier, liquid zeolite has a hierarchy of affinities. It attracts mercury, cadmium, lead, and arsenic first, and then eliminates other toxins from the body. Lighter metals such as calcium and magnesium have only a minor affinity, and liquid zeolite does not remove them. If your body is burdened with a heavy toxic load, a fair amount of these toxins may need to be removed before you notice a shift in how you feel. Pay attention to small changes.

Once the zeolite in liquid zeolite absorbs a toxin, that toxin will not go back into your body tissues because it is fully excreted without any damage or stress to the kidneys. Many people have found that detoxifying with liquid zeolite is much easier than it is with other common detoxification methods.

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The statements above have not been evaluated by the FDA. If you are unwell or on medication, we recommend you seek the advice of a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting a zeolite program. Zeolite is not a medicine, and is not intended for the treatment or prevention of disease.

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