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    Activated charcoal

    Activated Carbon

    Activated charcoal

    What is it?

    Activated charcoal is well known natural treatment as it absorbs most organic toxins, chemicals and poisons before they can harm the body. Some emergency rooms administer large doses of activated charcoal for certain types of poisoning.

    Key Information

    • Studies show activated charcoal prevents many cellular changes associated with aging, adrenal gland, and kidney function.
    • Activated charcoal helps lower the amount of total lipids, cholesterol, and triglycerides in your blood, liver, heart, and brain.
    • Activated charcoal is often used in body detox products and skin products that help relieve insect stings, mushroom poisoning, poison ivy, cholera, bites, and inflammation.

    More Information

    Activated Charcoal is as an emergency decontaminant in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which includes the stomach and intestines. Activated charcoal is considered to be the most effective single agent available. It is used after a person swallows or adsorbs almost any toxic drug or chemical.

    As with any substance, you should always check with a doctor or medical professional before use, especially in an emergency or life threatening situation or if there is any other underlying health problem. Activated charcoal is not known to be toxic, though it should not be taken within two hours of vitamins or medications because it will keep the body from adsorbing them. Care should also be taken to find a high quality form of activated charcoal.

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