Great Plains Bentonite Detox
Yerba Prima
Score 10
A bentonite detox liquid providing only trace amounts of iron, rendering it unsuitable as an iron supplement for addressing iron needs.
Score 10
A bentonite detox liquid providing only trace amounts of iron, rendering it unsuitable as an iron supplement for addressing iron needs.
Analysis
Yerba Prima's Great Plains Bentonite Detox (16oz size) is primarily a detoxifying liquid, with purified bentonite clay as its dominant component. The iron content is a negligible 2mg per serving, an amount that is insufficient to function as a beneficial iron supplement for specific iron-related health goals.
This product's design is clearly focused on internal cleansing and digestive support, rather than boosting iron levels. Consequently, it cannot effectively contribute to aims like improving energy, hair, or nail health from an iron supplementation perspective.
Pros
- May offer detoxification benefits from bentonite clay
- Liquid form can be convenient for some users
Cons
- Insufficient iron content (2mg) for effective iron supplementation
- Product's primary function is unrelated to iron goals
- Misleadingly included in an 'Iron' collection for iron-specific benefits
- Higher price per serving for minimal iron compared to actual iron supplements
Warnings
- Bentonite clay can bind to and reduce the effectiveness of medications or other supplements; take them at separate times.
- Drink plenty of water when using bentonite clay products to avoid potential constipation.
$11.74($0.37 per serving)
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Goals
Impact
Limited evidence
With only 2mg of iron, this product provides an insignificant amount for supporting hair health, especially for those with iron-related concerns. Its focus is on detoxification, not iron supplementation.
Impact
Limited evidence
The trace iron content in this detox formula is too low to meaningfully impact nail health. It is not designed to offer a therapeutic dose of iron for nail improvement.
Impact
Limited evidence
Providing only 2mg of iron, this product cannot effectively boost energy by supporting oxygen transport. Its primary benefits, if any, are not related to iron's role in energy.
Impact
Limited evidence
The negligible iron content means this product cannot contribute to fitness goals by enhancing oxygen delivery to muscles. It serves a different purpose entirely.
Impact
Limited evidence
With its minimal iron content, this detox product is not suitable for supporting mental focus through iron supplementation. Its composition does not target cognitive function in this way.
Impact
Limited evidence
Iron's contribution to immunity requires more than the trace amount offered here. This product is not formulated to provide immune support through effective iron levels.
Impact
Limited evidence
The extremely low iron content renders this product ineffective for boosting productivity by addressing iron-related fatigue or cognitive issues. Its benefits lie in other areas.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Iron | 2 mg |
Sodium | 10 mg |
purified Bentonite | 15 mL |
Iron 5
This is fundamentally a bentonite detox product with a minimal, non-supplemental amount of iron (2mg). It does not serve the purpose of an iron supplement within the 'Iron' collection.
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