Activated Charcoal
Activated Charcoal
You might need activated charcoal if . . .
- You have drinking water that you want to be cleaner and free of sediment and chemicals.
- You are having an upset stomach.
- You have a bug bite or a splinter you cannot get out.
- You want to whiten your teeth and have better breath.
Benefits of Activated Charcoal
- It is fantastic as a filter.
- It is absorbent and will attract and trap other substances, perfect for pulling toxins out of your stomach.
- It can work as a drawing agent to pull toxins or small foreign objects out.
- It works as a whitening agent and removes odor-causing gasses
Common ways to use Activated Charcoal
It is found in powdered form and capsules. Activated Charcoal is used in multiple applications, such as skin care, oral care, salves, and topical solutions.
Safety Concerns:
Drug Interaction: If you have any health concerns or are taking any prescription medication, please consult with your healthcare provider before adding new supplements to your diet.
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.
Other Concerns: If ingesting, consume extra water.
Select Studies About Activated Charcoal
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3565684/
Gases in the stomach and intestines can cause unclear imaging during ultrasounds. It was found in the double-blind study that the active charcoal helped the visualization of the ultrasound images.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9777464/
Active charcoal has been used for centuries but has recently been rediscovered by the mainstream. It is highly effective in blood purification.