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Posted 11/23/2016 12:19 AM (GMT 0)
Wanted to add it for detox but scared ill herx since doesnt it get rid of heavy metals?
Posted 11/23/2016 12:25 AM (GMT 0)
Activated Charcoal

Activated Charcoal comes in tablet, powder, or capsule form and is fundamentally known for adhering to the endotoxins responsible for a herxheimer reaction.
It will work best if consumed a couple hours after a protocol.
Activated Charcoal is said to pass through the body without causing a detox reaction.
Used with magnesium citrate, a charcoal/magnesium flush will help soak up excess ammonia in the body caused by Lyme and/or a CBS gene mutation.

Per Tired of Lyme - detox methods.

Just remember that it will also take recent nutrients out of your body and medicines - So take 2 hours after taking herbs, meds, good food or super drinks.
Posted 11/23/2016 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
Good luck with the charcoal if you decide to take it.
I have not noticed any significant reaction from taking the tablets, at least in comparison to other things.
On a side note it is great to brush your teeth with, a good cleaner and whitener.
All the best!
Posted 11/23/2016 1:02 AM (GMT 0)

jennydancingfish said...
Wanted to add it for detox but scared ill herx since doesnt it get rid of heavy metals?

I take it to minimize a herx. So, no, not even from the very beginning did I experience a herx from my charcoal tablets. I usually take them before bed, though, because of not wanting them to sweep anything I need in me, out.

You'll be fine with them Jenny.
Posted 11/23/2016 2:55 AM (GMT 0)
Jenny,

I herx with EVERYTHING but not AC. It's wonderful. The only downside is taking it two hours before/after everything. That leaves me taking it when I wakeup in the middle of the night. It will definitely make you feel better.
Posted 11/23/2016 3:27 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you you guys!!!!!! I feel better now. :D i will let u know how it goes thanks again guys so nice to get help on here always ❤
Posted 11/23/2016 4:35 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry to add confusion here, but I've had a terrible time with activated charcoal. I spent months trying to build up tolerance and finally switched to bentonite clay, which I'm not having a problem with. I'd recommend starting with a very small dose (an 1/8 of a pill every two or three days) and building up from there. Hopefully, you won't have a reaction and can build up quickly, but this approach is safer than starting from a full dose right away.
Posted 11/23/2016 5:12 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you! What symptoms did u have from ac? Whats bentonite clay? Nice to know there r options!
Posted 11/23/2016 5:27 AM (GMT 0)

sequoia said...
Sorry to add confusion here, but I've had a terrible time with activated charcoal. I spent months trying to build up tolerance and finally switched to bentonite clay, which I'm not having a problem with. I'd recommend starting with a very small dose (an 1/8 of a pill every two or three days) and building up from there. Hopefully, you won't have a reaction and can build up quickly, but this approach is safer than starting from a full dose right away.

Bentonite clay is an excellent alternative, matter of fact maybe even better for getting into colon crevices and nooks.

Jenny, here is what WebMD says about activated charcoal, it doesn't specify the form, but I take the tablets.

crap, hang on.... had to get a different link.... www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/activated-charcoal

You should take it with a full glass of water to avoid constipation from it.

Post Edited (julymorning) : 11/22/2016 10:31:01 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 11/23/2016 1:40 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you July! If ac doesnt work i will order this. Any brand suggestions July and seqoia?
Posted 11/23/2016 2:08 PM (GMT 0)
I love AC; it helped me through a bad herx! I wish I added it in sooner! I've only been taking 2 capsules once a day, so it's a very low dose, and it's been enough. Hope it works for you! xo
Posted Today 3:19 AM (GMT 0)
Away daisies you are so sweet your response touched my heart. Yes i am 23. You and your kids are in my best wishes too always ❤❤❤. Maybe you should try the bentonite clay i just read on my activated charcoal tablet that its one third activated charcoal and two thirds "pyrophyllite clay"!
Posted Today 4:17 AM (GMT 0)
I burped activated charcoal in private just after ingesting one time.

MY OH MY!!

Charcoal dust/smoke came out - very dragon like I must say!!!!!!!!
Posted Today 6:53 AM (GMT 0)
Bahahaha astroman that is sooooooooooooooo funnny 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Posted Today 7:15 AM (GMT 0)
I started AC yesterday and maybe I got slight dizziness short after ingesting 2 pills. Nothing else but still early days.
Posted Today 7:28 AM (GMT 0)

astroman said...
I burped activated charcoal in private just after ingesting one time.

MY OH MY!!

Charcoal dust/smoke came out - very dragon like I must say!!!!!!!!

Puff the Magic Dragon..... tongue
Posted Today 7:53 AM (GMT 0)
Astro ...good chuckles ...After capsulating my own my hands look like the coal miners daughter fathers hands
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