Activated charcoal to detox your body

What is activated charcoal?

Charcoal is usually wood that has had nearly everything burned out of it - all of the water and volatile compounds are removed through slow, dry heat, leaving only carbon behind.

Activated charcoal is a bit different - during production, it is exposed to any one of several chemicals that make tiny pores and bubbles in its surface. This process increases the surface area of the charcoal, thereby increasing its ability to bind to or adsorb other chemicals. This reaction and absorption capacity is why it is called 'activated'.

A list of it's benefits in the detoxification process

• Stops poisoning and overdoses

• Supports kidney and liver function

• May support digestive health

• May lower cholesterol

• May support oral health

• Promotes wound healing

• Considered very safe

How it works to detoxify you

If you suspect that your food or water is contaminated with certain compounds, activated charcoal may prevent your body from absorbing them.