Apple Cider vinegar and Activated Charcoal
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Maxina3777 wrote: »I don't know what everyone else is talking about, but I love apple cider vinegar, every time I've used it for weight loss it has worked, plus all of thee other benefits. I've actually studied it, I think it couldn't hurt to try. Also you should consult with a Nutritionist about Activated Charcoal, they might have a different opinion than the people who are against using it for weight loss.
1) Interesting bump of a necro thread.
2) Please do not encourage people to get medical advice from a nutritionist of all people. Especially where it involves ingesting a potentially dangerous substance such as activated charcoal. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist and you can get a 'diploma' by taking an online weekend course. And for this reason, people should consult a Registered Dietician for nutritional advice, too, since R.D.'s study nutrition and diet for years at the college level and have a degree and accreditation to show for it.
3) You've actually 'studied' ACV? What does that mean?
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Need2Exerc1se wrote: »andrea4736 wrote: »I take activated charcoal for gas, lol. Doesn't do anything for weight loss though.
This! Activated charcoal is great for some gut issues, but it's not going to magically melt fat off your body. Neither will ACV, though it makes a tasty salad dressing.
It can also help mitigate certain poisons. If you're vulnerable to assassination by poisoning.7 -
Activated charcoal is great in my fish tank filter. Seriously not food but great in fish tank4
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stanmann571 wrote: »Need2Exerc1se wrote: »andrea4736 wrote: »I take activated charcoal for gas, lol. Doesn't do anything for weight loss though.
This! Activated charcoal is great for some gut issues, but it's not going to magically melt fat off your body. Neither will ACV, though it makes a tasty salad dressing.
It can also help mitigate certain poisons. If you're vulnerable to assassination by poisoning.
Aren't we all?
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Activated charcoal is created to have tiny pockets in/over it, which hold onto the toxins from the liver in our bile as it leeks into the "chime" to be excreted. (The process of Living creates toxins in so many ways.) By holding onto these toxins from the bile stream it prevents reabsorption, avoiding reprocessing, repeating the two stage detoxification process for the same toxin molecule. Oxidation, first stage makes fat soluble cell residues into water soluble substances available for elimination through the blood and kidneys. Stage two which uses different enzymes is the one which uses the bile stream elimination path which is where the activated charcoal comes in, (as mentioned above) to hold toxins till they are excreted rather than recycled.
ACV - apple cider vinegar. preferably with the "mother" from the process.
Cider vinegar. This is held to support the acid levels in the stomach. There are many ways the acid is depleted. Those with acid reflux are most prone to lack of acid confusingly. The modern diet does not favour the production of the acid. There is a chemical in cider vinegar which is not in regular vinegars but most vinegars would probably give some relief too. Another of the benefits of cv and probably other vinegars is that it provides elements which enable the bile to be more free running reducing the risk of bile salts creating Gaul stones. Its in the scientific papers, please take a look for yourselves.
Cider vinegar being acid helps to rebalance the digestive biome towards the most favourable microbes needed by our bodies to perform the magical process which is creating particles of foods small enough to pass through a healthy digestive tract. the body is convulsed with all manor of ill health when this barrier is compromised by particles which are too large and cause more damage and in some situations go on to be mistaken for our own cells so the immune system attacks our own cells by mistake as in Hashimotos' thyroiditis which is diagnosed by the high levels of antibodies.
Cider vinegar also contains salicylate, left from the apples which are high/moderately high in the stuff. Salicylate is a chemical produced by plants, naturally occurring to protect them or their fruits/seeds from moulds and mildews. Ain't things complicated. Salicylate is toxic to humans in large amounts. Usually people are unaffected by normal values in foods but people are becoming susceptible to this toxin all be they a minimal percentage.
As to if any or all of this will aid weight loss- it all depends, if ones system is clogged by toxins and/or laid low by low stomach acid or other various digestive issues, it may; when compared with someone being fit and well, then probably not.
An additional consideration - the extended rest period dietary methods. Having 12 and more hours between your last and first meal of the next day. These provide the liver and other glands time to perform the various processes complexly, to the best a body can. To graze round the day (24 hours) strains liver causing it to have to repeat and repeat its processes.
Before you condemn all nutritionists, please look into BANT registration.
I hope everyone achieves good health and a stable weight at which they are content.26 -
Activated charcoal is created to have tiny pockets in/over it, which hold onto the toxins from the liver in our bile as it leeks into the "chime" to be excreted. (The process of Living creates toxins in so many ways.) By holding onto these toxins from the bile stream it prevents reabsorption, avoiding reprocessing, repeating the two stage detoxification process for the same toxin molecule. Oxidation, first stage makes fat soluble cell residues into water soluble substances available for elimination through the blood and kidneys. Stage two which uses different enzymes is the one which uses the bile stream elimination path which is where the activated charcoal comes in, (as mentioned above) to hold toxins till they are excreted rather than recycled.
ACV - apple cider vinegar. preferably with the "mother" from the process.
Cider vinegar. This is held to support the acid levels in the stomach. There are many ways the acid is depleted. Those with acid reflux are most prone to lack of acid confusingly. The modern diet does not favour the production of the acid. There is a chemical in cider vinegar which is not in regular vinegars but most vinegars would probably give some relief too. Another of the benefits of cv and probably other vinegars is that it provides elements which enable the bile to be more free running reducing the risk of bile salts creating Gaul stones. Its in the scientific papers, please take a look for yourselves.
Cider vinegar being acid helps to rebalance the digestive biome towards the most favourable microbes needed by our bodies to perform the magical process which is creating particles of foods small enough to pass through a healthy digestive tract. the body is convulsed with all manor of ill health when this barrier is compromised by particles which are too large and cause more damage and in some situations go on to be mistaken for our own cells so the immune system attacks our own cells by mistake as in Hashimotos' thyroiditis which is diagnosed by the high levels of antibodies.
Cider vinegar also contains salicylate, left from the apples which are high/moderately high in the stuff. Salicylate is a chemical produced by plants, naturally occurring to protect them or their fruits/seeds from moulds and mildews. Ain't things complicated. Salicylate is toxic to humans in large amounts. Usually people are unaffected by normal values in foods but people are becoming susceptible to this toxin all be they a minimal percentage.
As to if any or all of this will aid weight loss- it all depends, if ones system is clogged by toxins and/or laid low by low stomach acid or other various digestive issues, it may; when compared with someone being fit and well, then probably not.
An additional consideration - the extended rest period dietary methods. Having 12 and more hours between your last and first meal of the next day. These provide the liver and other glands time to perform the various processes complexly, to the best a body can. To graze round the day (24 hours) strains liver causing it to have to repeat and repeat its processes.
Before you condemn all nutritionists, please look into BANT registration.
I hope everyone achieves good health and a stable weight at which they are content.
Dismissing the rest of your post, I wanted to comment on the bolded.
First of all, it appears that BANT applies in the U.K only.
Secondly, I didn't say that *all* nutritionists were bogus. I stated:snickerscharlie wrote: »Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist and you can get a 'diploma' by taking an online weekend course. And for this reason, people should consult a Registered Dietician for nutritional advice, too, since R.D.'s study nutrition and diet for years at the college level and have a degree and accreditation to show for it.
My intent was to clarify that since there currently is so much grey area in qualifications (if any) needed in order to fly the "I'm a nutritionist!" flag, people are better off seeking the help of a Registered Dietician in order not to risk getting questionable advice from someone claiming to be a nutritionist.
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stanmann571 wrote: »Need2Exerc1se wrote: »andrea4736 wrote: »I take activated charcoal for gas, lol. Doesn't do anything for weight loss though.
This! Activated charcoal is great for some gut issues, but it's not going to magically melt fat off your body. Neither will ACV, though it makes a tasty salad dressing.
It can also help mitigate certain poisons. If you're vulnerable to assassination by poisoning.
Judging by the meal ive just been served by family maybe i should grab some3 -
I recently read that taking activated charcoal without medical supervision can be dangerous. They do administer in hospital for drug overdose, etc, but that is a life and death situation. I don't believe doctor's know everything, but I have seen numerous warnings out their about taking charcoal. I do use it in face masks and tooth powder, just decided not to take orally. I read recently that taking apple cider vinegar for weight loss is a little like trying to bail out a flooding boat with a teaspoon. It may help, but not enough to really make it worth it. I think when people drink the morning concoction you see, it is starting their metabolism up in the morning (usually people that don't eat breakfast) , which will help you lose weight, but you won't lose that type of weight consistently as your body adjusts.
Your body doesn't need something in the morning to start the metabolism.4 -
Shawshankcan wrote: »I recently read that taking activated charcoal without medical supervision can be dangerous. They do administer in hospital for drug overdose, etc, but that is a life and death situation. I don't believe doctor's know everything, but I have seen numerous warnings out their about taking charcoal. I do use it in face masks and tooth powder, just decided not to take orally. I read recently that taking apple cider vinegar for weight loss is a little like trying to bail out a flooding boat with a teaspoon. It may help, but not enough to really make it worth it. I think when people drink the morning concoction you see, it is starting their metabolism up in the morning (usually people that don't eat breakfast) , which will help you lose weight, but you won't lose that type of weight consistently as your body adjusts.
Your body doesn't need something in the morning to start the metabolism.
^^^ This. If your metabolism wasn't running 24/7 you'd be dead. 3 -
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Shawshankcan wrote: »I recently read that taking activated charcoal without medical supervision can be dangerous. They do administer in hospital for drug overdose, etc, but that is a life and death situation. I don't believe doctor's know everything, but I have seen numerous warnings out their about taking charcoal. I do use it in face masks and tooth powder, just decided not to take orally. I read recently that taking apple cider vinegar for weight loss is a little like trying to bail out a flooding boat with a teaspoon. It may help, but not enough to really make it worth it. I think when people drink the morning concoction you see, it is starting their metabolism up in the morning (usually people that don't eat breakfast) , which will help you lose weight, but you won't lose that type of weight consistently as your body adjusts.
Your body doesn't need something in the morning to start the metabolism.
Coffee. Just sayin'.
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Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww0
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You're reading about a FAD.tasha12004 wrote: »Okay I just want to start out by saying I have never been into fad diets.
But I have been reading almost everywhere about how apple cider vinegar and activated charcoal deluted water will help you loose weight
The apple cider vinegar mixed with 8 oz of water every morning supposably helps people loose 7-10 pounds in 2 weeks.
I also have read that activated charcoal also helps with weight loss when you mix it with water because it draws out the toxins in your body.
I have been following my healthy lifestyle for about 7 weeks and wanted to add something else in to help with my weight loss. I don't take anything that isn't "natural" so I take pills or anything but what can be the harm in trying? I have lost 15 pounds with just diet and excersise but maybe this will push the weightloss?
If you have tried or known anyone who has tried these two things please post the experience and results.
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Anecdotes aren't evidence. Ask people who've seen Bigfoot and Lochness monster what their actual evidence is................................and the answer is because it's HAPPENED to them.Maxina3777 wrote: »I don't know what everyone else is talking about, but I love apple cider vinegar, every time I've used it for weight loss it has worked, plus all of thee other benefits. I've actually studied it, I think it couldn't hurt to try. Also you should consult with a Nutritionist about Activated Charcoal, they might have a different opinion than the people who are against using it for weight loss.
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Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)2 -
forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
Can I get the recipe for the black salve? Also does it make your .. bowels black?0 -
forward0backward wrote: »forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
Can I get the recipe for the black salve? Also does it make your .. bowels black?
A salve would not do that. I imagine ingesting charcoal would since it just goes through the system.
Black Drawing Salve:
3 Tablespoons comfrey, calendula and plantain infused olive oil (see instructions below)
2 teaspoons shea butter
2 Tablespoons coconut oil
2 Tablespoons Beeswax
1 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
2 Tablespoons Activated Charcoal Powder
2 Tablespoons Kaolin Clay
1 Tablespoon honey
Infused olive oil: Use 1 Tbl of each of the dried herbs and 1/2 c olive oil. Heat the herbs and olive oil in a double boiler. Leave on low/medium heat for about an hour until oil gets strong smelling and darker. Strain through cheesecloth for use.
Mix herb infused oil, shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a glass dish. Microwave in 30 second bursts until melted. Add charcoal, Vitamin E oil, clay and honey. Mix well and pour into small jars or tins. Let cool until hardened.
To use: put generously on area and cover with gauze. Leave for a few hours up to a day.
Again, I have not used this but it is a common remedy in more "home remedy" type communities like the Amish0 -
forward0backward wrote: »forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
Can I get the recipe for the black salve? Also does it make your .. bowels black?
A salve would not do that. I imagine ingesting charcoal would since it just goes through the system.
Black Drawing Salve:
3 Tablespoons comfrey, calendula and plantain infused olive oil (see instructions below)
2 teaspoons shea butter
2 Tablespoons coconut oil
2 Tablespoons Beeswax
1 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
2 Tablespoons Activated Charcoal Powder
2 Tablespoons Kaolin Clay
1 Tablespoon honey
Infused olive oil: Use 1 Tbl of each of the dried herbs and 1/2 c olive oil. Heat the herbs and olive oil in a double boiler. Leave on low/medium heat for about an hour until oil gets strong smelling and darker. Strain through cheesecloth for use.
Mix herb infused oil, shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a glass dish. Microwave in 30 second bursts until melted. Add charcoal, Vitamin E oil, clay and honey. Mix well and pour into small jars or tins. Let cool until hardened.
To use: put generously on area and cover with gauze. Leave for a few hours up to a day.
Again, I have not used this but it is a common remedy in more "home remedy" type communities like the Amish
Oh interesting. Definitely don't have the means for anything like that haha0 -
forward0backward wrote: »forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
Can I get the recipe for the black salve? Also does it make your .. bowels black?
Since the salve is intended for topical application only, no, it won't turn your poops black. If you ingest it, however, (no idea why you'd want to, though!) all bets are off. 0 -
Not to be confused with this horrid black salve:forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_salve
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cerise_noir wrote: »
Not to be confused with this horrid black salve:forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_salve
*shudder*
Forgot about that one. Yes, you want to avoid caustic black salve.1 -
cerise_noir wrote: »
Not to be confused with this horrid black salve:forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_salve
*shudder*
This is actually what I was thinking of when it was first mentioned. Years ago there was a guy on YouTube who used the black salve on his facial skin cancer. It was like watching a train wreck, I couldn't look away, but was so enthralled by it at the same time. He did die at some point, and I believe (IIRC) that when he began using it he had been told that it was inoperable/untreatable. Do not go looking for this if you have a weak stomach in any way shape or form.
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nutmegoreo wrote: »cerise_noir wrote: »
Not to be confused with this horrid black salve:forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_salve
*shudder*
This is actually what I was thinking of when it was first mentioned. Years ago there was a guy on YouTube who used the black salve on his facial skin cancer. It was like watching a train wreck, I couldn't look away, but was so enthralled by it at the same time. He did die at some point, and I believe (IIRC) that when he began using it he had been told that it was inoperable/untreatable. Do not go looking for this if you have a weak stomach in any way shape or form.
I saw that and yes . . . icky. There are two types of black salve, black drawing salve (safe) and caustic black salve (extremely dangerous)0 -
Okay here's my personal truth about apple cider vinegar and its weight loss benefits. I haven't heard of charcoal so no clue on that. I have been drinking apple vinegar cider with water every morning for 2 months. I did lose weight but I was also working out 5x a wk and eating clean. I stopped drinking it out of laziness and guess what, Im still losing weight because I continued working out and eating clean. I finally hit my goal last week and i had stopped drinking cider for weeks. I think there are certain health benefits to it like helping absorb nutrients and moving your waste so your body can perform better when youre dieting but you wont lose weight if all youre doing is drinking that stuff.3
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I've also seen that video, and more just like it.nutmegoreo wrote: »cerise_noir wrote: »
Not to be confused with this horrid black salve:forward0backward wrote: »Activated charcoal sounds like something doctors force feed you after overdosing on pills. In other words ewwwww
You are right, that is exactly one of the uses for it. It is also used in filters for things like fish tanks to remove toxins that build up from fish waste and decaying plants. Not sure if the filters in things like Brita pitchers use activated charcoal or just regular charcoal to filter out chemicals in the water that give it a funny taste. ingesting it does nothing for a human body that has not overdosed. We have kidneys and a liver to do the work for us.
There is an old remedy called black salve that is made with activated charcoal. Used topically, it (reputedly) will help draw slivers out from the skin and work on stuff like skin tags and minor poison irritations like mosquito or spider bites. It is made with activated charcoal, some soothing/healing herbs, kaolin clay, and a carrier like shea butter. i have never used it but I have a recipe for it since I do make all my own body and hair care stuff (I am allergic to the formaldehyde released by most commercial products and I like controlling the scent)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_salve
*shudder*
This is actually what I was thinking of when it was first mentioned. Years ago there was a guy on YouTube who used the black salve on his facial skin cancer. It was like watching a train wreck, I couldn't look away, but was so enthralled by it at the same time. He did die at some point, and I believe (IIRC) that when he began using it he had been told that it was inoperable/untreatable. Do not go looking for this if you have a weak stomach in any way shape or form.
It's definitely not for the weak stomached individual.
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