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"To make your own charcoal liquid remedy: 1 Add two to three tablespoons of activated charcoal (available in health food stores) to a glass filled with a couple of inches of water. 2 Stir gently to prevent the charcoal from flying away. 3 Add water until the glass is full, then stir again. 4 Let the charcoal settle to the bottom of the glass before drinking (using a straw is helpful). If you have no activated charcoal, you can get by with scrapings from burnt toast. • Juice Truce Some health practitioners swear by onion juice as a digestive aid. Here is perhaps a more palatable drink." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Activated Charcoal Although activated charcoal has been used to treat intestinal gas in India and Europe for many years, only recently has it begun gaining acceptance in the United States. In laboratory studies, activated charcoal was found to bind and deactivate sulfur gases. However, its efficacy as demonstrated in human studies remains questionable. What's a little gas among friends? Certainly a small inconvenience for great health and good looks. Probiotics A change in the kinds of bacteria in the large intestine—the intestinal microflora—can result in reduced flatulence." - John A. McDougall, Dr. McDougall's Digestive Tune-Up (Get the book.)

"But activated charcoal is used in water filters, gas masks, and air filters to suck up noxious chemicals. Charcoal capsules have been sold for years to relieve intestinal gas. Their effectiveness, however, remains controversial. One older study suggested that oral charcoal might reduce "flatus events," whereas newer research concluded that "commonly employed doses of activated charcoal do not appreciably influence the liberation of fecal gases."322'323 Charcoal can interact with quite a few medications, so it should never be taken within several hours of aspirin or many prescription medicines." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"Charcoal tablets in between meals: activated charcoal absorbs toxins and is a natural purifier. (Take it with plenty of water, and not at the same time as nutritional supplements or medications, as it may theoretically interfere with absorption.) Hydrogen peroxide: Gargling and rinsing with hydrogen peroxide has been found to be terrific for many people. Oil of oregano: 2 capsules, three times a day Green drinks: Daily Note: All dosages are daily dosages and in pill or capsule form unless otherwise noted. better." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "Showa Denko, the source of up to 60 percent of all the tryptophan sold in the United States, had used an untested manufacturing process that reduced the amount of activated charcoal used to filter fermented raw tryptophan. ¦a c 73 m n c 73 m to There's a lack of info about the effects of taking 5-HTP during pregnancy, so check with your health professional or be on the safe side and don't use it. It can affect prolactin, a hormone necessary for milk production, so it might be a good idea to avoid it while breastfeeding." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"HTP. activated charcoal. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B-5). Phosphatidylcholine. Oral gamma globulin. Pycnogenol. Other herbal preparations, including: Quercitin. • Curcumin. • Oregano oil. Caprylic acid. Olive leaf extract Garlic. Lauricidin. Creatine. Carnosine. • SAMe. It's common for me to give a specific patient all of the Tier One supplements, plus a number of the Tier Two supplements, plus several of the Tier Three supplements. They may be taken in various combinations. It all depends upon the patient." - Kenneth Bock, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4-A Disorders (Get the book.) "Silymarin can be helpful for protecting the body from toxins that are not captured and eliminated by activated charcoal. These toxins often target liver cells, and create discomfort, and further dysfunction. Silymarin helps protect liver cells by stimulating DNA and RNA synthesis, and by blocking receptor sites on liver cells that allow the entrance of toxins. It is also a potent liver antioxidant, it promotes glutathione production, and it helps prevent oxidative stress on the liver." - Kenneth Bock, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4-A Disorders (Get the book.)

"If you have no activated charcoal, you can get by with scrapings from burnt toast. • Juice Truce Some health practitioners swear by onion juice as a digestive aid. Here is perhaps a more palatable drink. Juice the following ingredients: • A thick slice of ginger • Half a handful of fresh mint • Onekiwifruit • One-quarter of a pineapple (including the skin if your machine can handle it) Taken twice daily, this concoction helps relieve chronic gas." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"A few of the products sold in pharmacies to fight excess gas contain activated charcoal, the same material found in gas masks and water filters. Charcoal adsorbs all sorts of noxious stuff and is used as an antidote in cases of overdose or poisoning. There is also some research that suggests activated charcoal capsules reduce gaseous emissions. Products that contain activated charcoal include Charcocaps, Charcoal Plus, and Flatulex. As good as activated charcoal can be at saving people from drug overdoses or sparing them from flatulence, it can also prevent the absorption of medicine." - Joe Graedon and Teresa Graedon, The People's Guide to Deadly Drug Interactions (Get the book.)

"Charcoal "Sponge' I f you are feeling the effects of excess gas and mild cramping, activated charcoal (from the health food store) can effectively absorb excess gas. Nutritionists recommend taking two capsules or a few tablespoons of powdered charcoal stirred into a glass of water. If you're still suffering from gas an hour after taking the charcoal, take another dose. However, do not take charcoal with other supplements or medicine, because it can absorb those, too." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.) "After the 12-hour waiting period, activated charcoal capsules may be the best reinforcement. Taking two capsules each hour should bring quick relief, along with the temporary side effect of darkened stools. Note: Charcoal is a wonderfully efficient absorbent—which means that it also will sop up other medications that have been taken recently. So, to be safe, if you have taken any other medication, wait at least one hour before taking charcoal capsules. Eastern Wisdom Worth a Try M, ." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"A number of double-blind studies have shown that activated charcoal works better than the conventional OTC drug simethicone (Gas-X) for reducing flatulence. activated charcoal may also lower blood cholesterol levels (see Chapter 8). Avoid taking activated charcoal within 60 to 90 minutes of taking nutritional supplements, since the charcoal can eliminate such potentially healthful substances from the intestines as well. Megadoses in excess of 20 g daily (to lower cholesterol levels, for example) may interfere with nutrient absorption, but otherwise activated charcoal is safe and nontoxic." - Mark Mayell, Off-the-Shelf Natural Health (Get the book.)

"Activated charcoal will also interfere with the absorption and efficacy of ipecac. Charcoal should only be given after ipecac has caused vomiting. Ipecac should never be used to induce vomiting of caustic poisons such as gasoline, acids, or bleach. Ipecac tincture and fluid extract are much stronger than ipecac syrup. Ipecac tincture or fluid extract should never be taken in the amounts listed above for ipecac syrup. Are there any side effects or interactions? When used as directed for poisoning, ipecac will cause severe nausea, vomiting, and intestinal cramps." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Following gastrointestinal emptying (inducement of vomiting, gastric lavage with burgundy-colored potassium permanganate solution, sodium sulfate) and instillation of activated charcoal, the therapy for poisoning consists of electrolyte substitution, treating possible cases of acidosis with sodium bicarbonate infusions and administration of plasma volume expanders in the event of shock. Intubation and oxygen respiration may also be necessary. Naloxone (IV) is suitable as an antidote. dosage Mode of Administration: Opium is obsolete as a drug." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"If six to twenty berries or four to five leaves are eaten, then activated charcoal or ipecac can be used at home to induce vomiting. Emergency room care is only indicated if more than 20 berries or five leaves are ingested or if symptoms develop at lower levels of exposure. Possible symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, or dizziness. Injectable forms of mistletoe may cause local redness and pain but otherwise have rarely been associated with serious side effects. There is one case report of a severe allergic reaction to an injected mistletoe preparation." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Activated charcoal (CharcoCaps) or simethicone (Gas-X, Mylicon, Phazyme) may provide for relief of gas and bloating. Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) might help treat indigestion and nausea." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"In case of internal contact, administration of activated charcoal should follow gastric lavage. Pregnancy: Not to be used during pregnancy. dosage Mode of Administration: The drug can be taken internally or used externally as a rinse. Also as a liniment made with added fats, oils, or alcohol. Preparation: To make a rinse, a cataplasm can be made of the squeezed fresh plant; alcohol can be used if necessary. Daily Dosage: When used internally, a single dose consists of 2 to 4 gm as an infusion, or 2 to 3 cups from a 3 to 6% infusion. The daily dosage is 4 teaspoonfuls, or 3.8 gm drug." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Congeners are absorbed by activated charcoal, so if you take some activated charcoal tablets before bed, you can expect to absorb at least a portion of the congeners before they do their damage. I have never tried this, but some of my patients have told me that it works for them. Natural Prescription for Hangover • Avoid drinking to excess. • Take 1,000 mg. of vitamin C before drinking. • Drink only on a full stomach. • Drink slowly. • Take two aspirins or some Alka-Seltzer before bed. • Try taking two or three tablets of activated charcoal before going to bed." - Robert M. Giller, M.D., Natural Prescriptions: Dr. Giller's Natural Treatments & Vitamin Therapies For Over 100 Common Ailments (Get the book.)

"In case of internal contact, administration of activated charcoal should follow gastric lavage. overdosage Death by asphyxiation following the intake of large quantities of protoanemonine-forming plants has been observed in animal experiments. The risk associated with use of this plant is less than that of many other Ranunculaceae (e.g., Anemones nemorosae) due to the relatively low levels of protoanemonine-forming agents. dosage Mode of Administration: The drug is seldom used today. It is available in the form of decoctions, which are used for poultices, as well as extracts and drops." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Following intestinal emptying (sodium sulfate), the treatment for poisonings consists of the administration of generous amounts of liquids (warm tea), instillation of activated charcoal and shock prophylaxis (quiet, warmth), the treatment of spasms with diazepam (i.v.), electrolyte substitution and the countering of any acidosis imbalance that may appear through sodium bicarbonate infusions. In the event of shock, plasma volume expanders should be infused. Monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Intubation and oxygen respiration may also be required." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Super Prescription #7 Activated charcoal Take 3 capsules every two hours for three doses. activated charcoal capsules taken internally can help to absorb toxins from food poisoning. Charcoal works best when taken in the first stages of food poisoning (when you first realize you have food poisoning). study in the Journal of Gut reported that live pro-biotics interact with intestinal cells to protect them from the harmful effect of the bacteria Escherichia coli (EIEC 029:NM). Researchers found that these good bacteria prevented the E. coli from adhering to the cells and prevented invasion." - James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D., Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More (Get the book.)

"Treatment of poisoning consists of stomach and intestinal emptying (gastric lavage, sodium sulphate), and the administration of activated charcoal. Further treatment should proceed symptomatically (i.e. diazepam for spasms, sodium bicarbonate for acidoses, intubation and oxygen respiration may also be required). DOSAGE Mode of Administration: An extract from the seeds is used in homeopathic dilutions. Storage: The drug should be stored cautiously, as it is poisonous. LITERATURE Micovic IV, J Serb Chem Soc 51:355. 1986. Further information in: Kern W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Also, you may benefit from a nutritional trick I follow: swallow a capsule of activated charcoal anytime you eat seafood. The activated charcoal absorbs heavy metals, preventing them from being assimilated into your body during digestion. Salmon and fish Fish products, such as salmon, codfish, whitefish, and other varieties, offer excellent sources of protein and healthy oils. The thing to watch out for here is processed, refined fish foods." - Mike Adams, Grocery Warning: How to recognize and avoid the groceries that cause cancer, diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and other common diseases (Get the book.)

"Take 30 mg twice a day. activated charcoal absorbs toxins in the digestive tract if you have been exposed to micro-organisms in food or water. Take 500-1,000 mg throughout the day. Herbs: Ginger is a useful herb for treating vomiting. However, do not treat pregnancy-related vomiting with ginger for longer than the first two months of pregnancy, and do not take more than 250 mg of ginger four times a day during pregnancy without first consulting your doctor." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.) "Vitamin B6 has been shown to help with nausea in some studies; take 30 mg 395 < cc twice a day. activated charcoal absorbs toxins in the digestive tract if you have been exposed to micro-organisms from food or water; take 500-1,000 mg throughout the day. >-cc < cc < Herbs: Ginger alleviates gastric flu symptoms, reduces fever, and has anti-inflammatory effects that can help with aches and pains." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Products that contain activated charcoal include Charcocaps, Charcoal Plus, and Flatulex. As good as activated charcoal can be at saving people from drug overdoses or sparing them from flatulence, it can also prevent the absorption of medicine. This could reduce effectiveness. Someone who is using a product like Charcocaps or Flatulex should avoid taking it at least several hours before and after taking medicine. Drugs Affected by Activated Charcoal Acetaminophen (Anacin-3, Panadol, Tylenol, etc) Antidepressants (tricyclic) (Elavil, Pertofrane, etc." - Joe Graedon and Teresa Graedon, The People's Guide to Deadly Drug Interactions (Get the book.) "There is also some research that suggests activated charcoal capsules reduce gaseous emissions. Products that contain activated charcoal include Charcocaps, Charcoal Plus, and Flatulex. As good as activated charcoal can be at saving people from drug overdoses or sparing them from flatulence, it can also prevent the absorption of medicine. This could reduce effectiveness. Someone who is using a product like Charcocaps or Flatulex should avoid taking it at least several hours before and after taking medicine." - Joe Graedon and Teresa Graedon, The People's Guide to Deadly Drug Interactions (Get the book.)

"I— >-cc < TIP: USE CHARCOAL TABLETS Studies have found that activated charcoal tablets are effective in eliminating excessive gas. Check with your doctor if you are taking any medication before using these, as charcoal can soak up medicine as well as gas. Take 1-2 capsules before meals. < CO >- CO CO LU HOMEOPATHY The advice given below can help to alleviate symptoms of an acute problem, or manage an on-going condition. Carbo veg: This is the classic homeopathic remedy for releasing trapped wind that refuses to move upwards or downwards." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

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