Zeolite is a porous volcanic mineral that works in the digestive tract as a molecular sponge, trapping heavy metals and ammonia. Its most credible benefit is tightening the gut lining and easing minor inflammation; whole-body detox claims are unsupported because the particles are not absorbed. Well tolerated, but binds co-ingested medicines and nutrients; product quality varies widely. (Full Review)
| Marker | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium, magnesium, calcium | K 4.0–4.5 mmol/L; Mg 2.0–2.4 mg/dL; Ca 9.2–10.0 mg/dL | Detect depletion from nonselective ion exchange |
| Ferritin and iron studies | Ferritin 50–150 ng/mL | Binders can reduce iron absorption |
| Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) | Within lab reference; creatinine low-normal | Baseline and ongoing kidney and electrolyte status |
| eGFR | > 90 mL/min/1.73 m² | Screen kidney function before and during use |
| Whole-blood lead / heavy-metal panel | Blood lead < 3.5 µg/dL | Establish exposure baseline and track if detox is the goal |
| Serum aluminum | < 6 µg/L | Address the aluminum-leaching concern with prolonged use |
Cadence: Recheck at ~3 months after starting, then every 6–12 months during continued use; reassess heavy-metal markers at 3–6 months if detox is the goal