NOW Foods Activated Charcoal 280mg 200 Veg Caps
What is Activated Charcoal?
Activated charcoal powder is made from coconut shells and has been traditionally used to support healthy digestive function. Its porous texture gives it the ability to attract and trap toxins that are typically present in the GI tract and carry them out of the body. Activated charcoal can also help to alleviate uncomfortable gas and bloating caused by gas-producing foods.
How does it work?
Activated charcoal is a type of charcoal that is processed to make it more porous. This porous texture is what distinguishes it from other types of charcoals, including the type used for barbecuing.
Activated charcoal works by trapping toxins and chemicals in the gut, preventing their absorption. The charcoal's porous texture has a negative electrical charge, which causes it to attract positively charged molecules, such as toxins and gases. This helps it trap toxins and chemicals in the gut.
Because activated charcoal is not absorbed by your body, it can carry the toxins bound to its surface out of your body in faeces.
HEALTH BENEFITS:
- Alleviates Gas and Bloating
- Made from coconut shells
DIRECTIONS:
Take at least 2 hours before or after medications or other dietary supplements. Activated charcoal can affect their absorption.
Dose (adults):
For adults only.
Take 1 to 2 capsules daily as needed on an empty stomach or between meals, with at least 8 oz. of water. Not for continuous use for more than one week.
INGREDIENTS:
(per 2 veg caps): Activated Charcoal Powder 560 mg
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose (cellulose capsule) and Stearic Acid (vegetable source). Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
PRODUCT ORIGIN:
Made in USA
WARNINGS:
- Always read the label and use as directed.
- Not for long-term daily use.
- May cause dark stool, which is not harmful. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially intestinal blockage). Keep out of reach of children. Natural colour variation may occur in this product. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
