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hlthe2b

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6. Please be a bit cautious on this. Activated charcoal is used to prevent toxin absorption & treat

Reply to DonaldsRump (Reply #4)

Sat Jul 20, 2019, 12:52 PM

Jul 2019

overdose for a good reason--it prevents absorption through the gut. Unfortunately, when used regularly, that can likewise mean not absorbing nutrients through the gut, either. Thus, there is concern in the medical community, that use of Activated Charcoal regularly in this manner that may result in considerable deficiencies. Might want to touch base with your doc about this... As with most things, moderation probably in order...

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are there any fiber supplements out there that arent gross? [View all] mopinko Jul 2019 OP

What about just plain carbon capsules, available in most health food stores like GNC DonaldsRump Jul 2019 #1

never heard of this. what is it supposed to do? mopinko Jul 2019 #2

Take a look at this DonaldsRump Jul 2019 #4

Please be a bit cautious on this. Activated charcoal is used to prevent toxin absorption & treat hlthe2b Jul 2019 #6

Psyllium husks in orange juice or grapefruit juice work for me. no_hypocrisy Jul 2019 #3

I'm fortunate in having a very high tolerance to any number of fiber forms, including legumes.. hlthe2b Jul 2019 #5

a boost for my biome prolly wouldnt hurt, either. mopinko Jul 2019 #7

Big proponent of active yogurt (I make my own every week)... hlthe2b Jul 2019 #8

Check out Fibersol-2 silverweb Jul 2019 #9

This time of year I get cleaned out with fresh fruit like plumbs and peaches. safeinOhio Jul 2019 #10

Do you really need a supplement, or can you get enough from high fiber fruits, veggies and grains? TreasonousBastard Jul 2019 #11

POPCORN! Tons of fiber. zooks Jul 2019 #12

i love popcorn. damn i wish i could still eat it. mopinko Jul 2019 #13

Do you avoid it due to the diveritulosis? zooks Jul 2019 #14

yes. those little hulls are awful. mopinko Jul 2019 #17

I have diverticulosis, too. DemoTex Jul 2019 #15

My husband has had gut problems his whole life. He's tried various fiber supplements and Karadeniz Jul 2019 #16

Miralax as needed. Recommended to me by my female urologist, who said she takes it every day. No Vested Interest Jul 2019 #18