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Charcoal

Also indexed as:Activated Carbon, Activated Charcoal
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How to Use It

In cases of poisoning, 50 to 100 grams is given to adults, while children receive lower doses of 10 to 25 grams.1 However, since some poisons are not effectively adsorbed by activated charcoal, consult with local poison control centres or emergency services to determine whether charcoal should be used. Amounts used for other conditions range from 500 to 1,000 mg per day for preventing intestinal wind to 4 to 32 grams per day for lowering blood cholesterol.

Where to Find It

Charcoal used for health conditions is pure carbon made from wood, bamboo, coconut shells, or other organic material.

Possible Deficiencies

There is no human requirement for charcoal.

References

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