Thread by @joeyyochheim

The most powerful detox tool in the world:

Activated Charcoal.

99% of people ignore it…

But this ancient black powder has been used for centuries to pull poisons from the body.

Here’s what it is, how it works, and how to use it:

1. What It Is

Activated charcoal isn’t the same stuff you use for grilling.

It’s made by heating natural carbon-rich materials (like coconut shells or hardwood) at high temps.

Then “activating” it to create millions of tiny pores.

Those pores trap toxins like a sponge.

2. Why It Works

Activated charcoal works through adsorption (not absorption):

It binds to toxins, chemicals, and gases in your gut so they can’t get into your bloodstream.

Used in hospitals for overdoses.

Used by biohackers for detox.

3. Benefits That Matter

You won’t feel “stimulated”—but you’ll feel cleaner.

Real benefits include:

• Reduces gas & bloating
• Helps clear brain fog
• May bind mold toxins (mycotoxins)
• Supports gut health after junk food or alcohol
• Emergency use for food poisoning

It’s not hype. It’s physics.

4. The Gut Reset Effect

One of the biggest wins?

It can calm digestive chaos FAST.

• Traps bad bacteria
• Clears out chemicals from processed food
• Helps restore balance in the gut microbiome

Great tool after a sketchy meal or night of drinking.

5. How to Use It Right

This isn’t a daily vitamin.

Use it as needed, like a reset button:

• 500–1000mg with lots of water
• Best on an empty stomach
• Wait at least 2 hours before or after other meds/supplements

Pro tip: Take it before bed if you’re detoxing.

6. Be Smart About It

It’s powerful—so don’t overdo it.

• Don’t mix with meds (it can block them)
• Don’t take daily (it can bind nutrients too)
• Don’t use if you’re constipated (it needs to leave your body)

And always drink more water than you think you need.

The Bottom Line

Activated charcoal is one of the most underrated health tools:

• Cheap
• Powerful
• Versatile

Great for gut health, detox, and energy—when used right.

Ever used activated charcoal?

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