<p><span data-mce-fragment="1">Activated Charcoal is highly porous and can absorb unwanted substances, carrying them out of the digestive system</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• Binds to toxic heavy metals to carry them out of the body</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• Can reduce gas and bloating</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• Can bind to toxins and chemicals</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• Contributes to clearing of pathogenic viruses and bacteria</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• May support healthy levels of LDL cholesterol</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">• Can help relief symptoms of food poisoning</span></p><p><span data-mce-fragment="1">Activated charcoal is not systemically absorbed, but instead binds to toxins as it passes through the gastrointestinal tract to carry them out of the body. Due to its binding ability, it should not be taken in conjunction with certain prescription medications since it could reduce or prevent its absorption.</span></p>