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Frequently asked Questions about Charcoal
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| I get a lot of intestinal gas, can charcoal help
this? I find it embarrassing at work. Charcoal is highly effective for intestinal gas and works quickly to bind gases. |
| Charcoal sometimes constipates me how can I
overcome this? Take OxyFlush, it very quickly helps get rid of constipation and drink a lot of water. |
| How do I take the charcoal powder? Mix one heaped teaspoon of charcoal in a glass of water. Use one of those mini blenders to mix or stir well and drink. Add more water to use up the residue. Repeat as needed during the day. Rinse your mouth out well as charcoal can temporarily stain. |
| How does charcoal work? Charcoal influences the body by using the process of adsorption. ADSORB is an important word here. Do not get confused with the words adsorption and absorption. Their actions are not the same. Adsorption is a process in which atoms and molecules move from a bulk phase (such as a solid, liquid, or gas) onto a solid or liquid surface. Too technical for you? A simple way to describe the process of adsorption is the way water passes into a sponge. It pulls the water to it and retains it until squeezed out. In the case of charcoal we have a sort of ‘live electrical sponge,’ where it adsorbs living and nonliving substances which has the opposite electrical charge. So, when a material adsorbs something - it attaches to itself - by chemical attraction. In the case of charcoal, it’s as though a chemical signal is raised when it realizes a poison is present. It begins the adsorption process by drawing the toxic substance - like a drug or chemical or gas and fermentation to itself. The charcoal binds this matter and it is then eliminated via bowel movements. That is quite an incredible feat for such an ordinary substance. |
| What is activated charcoal? Activated charcoal is charcoal that has been treated with oxygen to open up millions of tiny pores between the carbon atoms. It’s called activated charcoal because it is produced to a very fine particle size. As a result, this increases the overall surface area and adsorptive capacity of the charcoal. That probably does not mean much to the average person, so let me put it another way so you can begin to grasp charcoal’s importance. It has been said that one standard 50-gram dose of activated charcoal has the surface area of 10 football fields. |
| Is it true that charcoal has the ability to
detoxify? Charcoal’s detoxification properties have been put to use in the treatment of numerous internal diseases over many centuries. It is a wonderful detoxifier. Medical literature on the benefits of charcoal abound if one searches for them. In the early 1940’s Merck, the pharmaceutical company stated - “This activated charcoal has antiseptic adsorptive effect, binding bacteria, bacterial toxins, and tissue degradation products. In this context it should be noted that injuries sustained in coal mines … are best guaranteed to heal smoothly. The activated charcoal transfers oxygen to the wound surface and affords a considerable degree of protection against the proliferation of anaerobes (gas gangrene). -“Animal charcoal granules for treating wounds in times of war and peace.” While Merck is making reference to the external application of charcoal in the citation, they have acknowledged charcoal’s effectiveness when taken internally. |
| Is it true that charcoal is used with stomach
poisoning? Yes. Doctors and hospitals have been using charcoal to treat a wide variety of conditions like poisoning, drug overdose, and vomiting for a very long time. “Charcoal was said to have good prospects in poisoning caused by fungi, meats and preserves and even botulism, “states Merck. Charcoal has a unique ability to adsorb poisons and toxins. It’s a remarkably effective way to relieve diarrhea, stomach problems, poisoning and even appetite loss. |
| What do I do if I get stomach poisoning? In an emergency, activated charcoal is put into a drink and given by mouth. Obviously, the person needs to be awake and alert to take the drink. If the person vomits the drink, another dose can be given. Immediately contact your poison control center or call your physician if you find yourself in this situation. In hospitals it will be given through a gastric tube (a stomach tube that is inserted through the mouth or nose). When administered by a physician, he will determine the dose or amount. This is based on the person’s weight (with special doses for children) and on how much poison was swallowed. Some physicians prescribe charcoal for emergency use in the home and poison control centers advise to always have it in the home for emergencies. |
| Can charcoal be given to children when they get stomach aches? Yes. Put the drink in a sealed container with a straw as the black color can be off- putting to a child. And it can be put in juice if he refuses to drink it. But water is better to get into the child’s stomach. |
| How much charcoal do I give my child? If a child has a stomach ache due to over eating or gas. Put a teaspoon of charcoal in a glass of water and mix well. Then repeat the process every hour if needed. If you suspect poisoning contact your physician or poisons control center. In an issue of ‘Pediatrics’ Kentucky researchers reported that parents could successfully use activated charcoal in cases of accidental poisonings at home. In many of the home cases, children received the substance within an hour of ingesting poison, which is “optimal for reducing poison absorption,” said authors Henry Spiller of Kentucky’s Regional Poison Center in Louisville and Dr. George Rodgers of the University of Louisville. “It’s also a lot quicker than the time it would have taken to get them emergency room treatment.” They said. “Greater efforts need to be put into educating parents about the need to stock activated charcoal in the home in advance of a poisoning.” |
| What are the different ways to use charcoal? Charcoal is a simple product to use. It has two distinct applications - internal and external use. It can be applied by:
The Charcoal Drink |
| I have had a lot of stomach upsets and get a rash on my stomach can
the charcoal help? The sprinkling of activated charcoal for wounds was reported in 1850 to cleanse septic wounds, stop tissue destruction and promote granulation at wound surfaces. Ninety years later Merck’s report “Animal charcoal granules for treating wounds in times of war and peace,” stated - “This activated charcoal has antiseptic adsorptive effect, binding bacteria, bacterial toxins, and tissue degradation products. In this context it should be noted that injuries sustained in coal mines … are best guaranteed to heal smoothly. The activated charcoal transfers oxygen to the wound surface and affords a considerable degree of protection against the proliferation of anaerobes (gas gangrene).” The charcoal compress is used for skin problems as well as bee stings or bites. It can be applied for severe bruising, cuts, wounds and ulcers and even the brown recluse spider bite. |
| How to make a charcoal compress? You will need:
Directions for use |
| How long do I leave it on for? For wasp and bee stings and general bites leave on for at least a minimum of 5-to-10 minutes or until the pain abates. You may find it necessary to put a fresh poultice on every 30 minutes. For more serious problems like ulcers, boils make a fresh poultice and change every hour. Charcoal may permanently stain your skin if you use it to draw out poisons from a festering wound. |
| What is the difference between charcoal powder and tablets? The powder lasts longer, can be used for drinks as well as compresses. The tablets are more convenient to carry with a person for use while in a restaurant. The powder spreads over a larger surface area in the stomach than tablets. Or, a person may choose to use more tablets. It is more cost effective to use the powder, but always carry the tablets in the car and so on. A person never knows when emergencies will strike. |
| Will charcoal irritate me? The whole purpose of the charcoal is to adsorb the toxins. It does not irritate the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract. |
| Does Charcoal absorb medications? Yes, but this is a short-term effect. It also adsorbs nutrients and vitamins. This is only temporary. If taking medications use charcoal 2 hours before or after use. |
| Does charcoal help acid indigestion? Yes. Charcoal alkalinizes drinking water. Use it in a drink to reduce an acid stomach. Drink frequently until condition improves. |
| I get bad breath, can charcoal help this? If it is not a tooth or sinus condition, then the culprit is usually fermentation in the stomach and intestines which is backing up. Drink the charcoal regularly and ensure that at least 4 pints of water are drunk each day to clean out the stomach. Hold some charcoal tablets in your mouth for a few minutes to adsorb odors. |
| Should I use charcoal all the time? Charcoal should always be kept in the home incase of emergencies such as poisoning and bites and so on. It should be used until the condition abates. This is not a long term thing as charcoal adsorbs nutrients. It is a wonderful product and has very good results, but the object is to resolve the problem and get back to normal. Always keep it on hand for gas and belching. |
| Can charcoal be used for pets? Yes. It is very effective for pets. Animals will instinctively chew on charcoal if they are sick and they have access to it. In March 2003 the Washington Post reported a person taking a pigeon which was in distress to a country shelter. The bird was unable to fly and having seizures. A wildlife rehabilitator said the bird might have been poisoned and recommended charcoal to detoxify it. The bird improved within 30 minutes. Monkeys on the African island of Zanzibar have learned that ingesting charcoal will counteract the adverse affects of toxic substances in their diet, say Duke University and University of Wyoming scientists. It is said that in May 1959, the U.S. sent two young female monkeys, Able and Baker, into space in a Jupiter rocket. Monkey Able, dressed in his space suit wore gauze and charcoal diapers. Such is the value of charcoal. |
| My dog gets a lot of gas how do I give the
charcoal to him? Some dogs are prone to a lot of flatulence. The gas can be produced by too much fermentation in the stomach and intestines, insufficient hydrochloric acid, bad diet and insufficient enzymes. Sprinkle activated charcoal in their food or give them activated tablets which are crushed. Change their diet and try to give them lots of water to drink. Put OxyLift a mineral and oxygenating liquid supplement in their water. Dogs and cats love it in water. Important: Digestive problems may be a sign of a more serious condition. Always seek the assistance of your physician first. None of the information is intended to treat, diagnose or cure. This is purely educational. |
| Can a person be allergic to charcoal? There are no known reports of allergies to charcoal. On rare occasions an extremely sensitive person may be affected by the charcoal but this in only temporary. |
| DISCLAIMER - Digestive problems may be a sign of a more serious condition. Always seek the assistance of your physician first. None of the information is intended to treat, diagnose or cure. This is purely educational. |
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