Making Charcoal

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Permalink Reply by Jessie W. Garrett III on December 14, 2013 at 11:12pm

Cuts and Wounds: Activated charcoal, when applied topically to a wound, has been shown to neutralize many types of pathogens which can directly or indirectly promote infection. 

Internal Poisoning: In instances of ingestion of drugs, poison or household chemicals, activated charcoal works well to draw out harmful toxins preventing them from entering the bloodstream. Add one teaspoon of activated charcoal to a glass of water and drink the full glass.

IMPORTANT: You must seek medical advice should you ingest any dangerous substances.

Spider and Snake Bites: An activated charcoal poultice can be applied topically to spider bites (including Brown Recluse and Black Widow bites) and snake bites to draw out toxins – usually within an hour.

Teeth Whitening: Add activated charcoal onto your toothbrush and brush. It will whiten your smile fast.

Water Filter: Activated carbon is often used in water filters due to its ability to trap impurities, such as chlorine. 

Gas: Activated charcoal, when taken internally, can help to reduce the amount of gas produced by some foods.

Odor Control: Activated charcoal is an extremely effective odor eliminator as it adsorbs and traps bad odors. You can make an activated charcoal air freshener simply replace baking soda with activated charcoal and you can skip the essential oils

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