they eat the clay, known locally as gulpota, for its health benefits. “If somebody is anemic, or doesn’t have much blood left, then they eat it,” Ms. Kasmanbetova explained. “Pregnant women also use it, probably because they need the extra vitamins.”
Galina Kosheleva, 45, said she first ingested clay in 1997 to prolong her life, believing that the practice cleans out the body, and can help prevent weight gain. A true gulpota connoisseur, she prefers chalky gray clay from the Batken region to redder Naryn clay, which she says is higher in iron.
Interesting. In the day and age where vitamin supplements are readily available everywhere, and where there are treatments for all these described ailments, people are still living in ignorance…
You know, I dont see how this topic is at the bottom of the page. Can someone explain to me why its so entertaining to talk about marriage and its complexities, but yet this very important piece of information is not discussion-worthy?
Please keep responses brief and concise, as I'm no longer in the mood to read idiotic BS. Thanks.
because you posted it.. if someone else were to post this very same article it might have gotten more response.. but fikar not PCG your posts will get attention .. umeed per duniya kaem hai
