OUR STUDIES CARRIED OUT ON ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Activated charcoal is also a popular home remedy with multiple uses, though it's important to note that not all of these are supported by science.
Its most well-known home uses include:
Gas reduction: Some studies report that activated charcoal may help reduce gas production following a gas-producing meal. It may also help improve the odor of gas. However, not all studies observed this benefit.
Water filtration: Activated charcoal is a popular way to reduce heavy metal and
fluoride content in water. However, it doesn't appear to be very effective at removing viruses, bacteria or hard water minerals.
Tooth whitening: Using activated charcoal to brush your teeth is anecdotally said to
whiten them . It's said to do so by absorbing plaque and other teeth-staining compounds. However, no studies could be found to support this claim.
Hangover prevention: Activated charcoal is sometimes used as a hangover cure. While consuming it with alcohol may reduce blood alcohol levels, its effects on hangovers haven't been studied.
Skin treatment: Applying this charcoal to the skin is touted as an effective treatment for acne and insect or snake bites. However, only anecdotal reports could be found on this topic.
