To avoid constipation, powdered clay should be taken with sufficient amounts of water, or bought in hydrated form. For instance, sodium bentonite has a greater swelling capacity, and can therefore be more constipating than white kaolin clay. Edible clay is highly beneficial for people suffering from foul-smelling stools, flatulence intestinal gas, chronic diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or IBS... Full Text