Clay is not the best thing for detoxifying heavy metals. There are things that work much more effectively and bind with the metals better. The best one I know about is microsilica which binds with mercury and other heavy metals like lead. There are two products that contain microsilica which are:

- IMD (intestinal metal detox)

- MetalSweep

I've had great results with the first product and use it as part of an overall detox program that has benefited me immensely.

There are several heavy metal chelators that are very effective and have made a significant difference to my health and energy levels and overall quality of life.

It is also true that detoxification will pull-out good minerals from the body, and so it is recommended to take minerals in supplements and from foods to make up for the lost minerals.