Kimberly Dinsley

Charcoal question answered. Q: Greetings Mr. Dinsley, I plan on using Activated Charcoal. While researching on the web I noticed some people who have bought or used Activated Charcoal were saying that if you use Activated Charcoal keep in mind that it will deplete your iodine. I was wondering if this is true?  If it is I would use Lugol's...

UTI & Charcoal question answered. Question on UTI: Hello! I heard charcoal can help with UTIs, is that correct info? Can it be used while trying to conceive? Thanks, Mika A: Hi Mika. Yes, it has worked well for several people including myself for UTI's. Here is an article regarding charcoal and pregnancy. There is an interesting story in the book...

Charcoal question answered. Q: Hello- is your charcoal toothpaste safe for pregnancy? I’m 10 weeks pregnant and really would like to use a charcoal toothpaste for teeth whitening….is the one you sell safe for pregnancy? Or do you have any other recommendations?  Thanks so much. Kindest Regards, Vanessa A: Hi Vanessa, congratulations on your pregnancy. :) Yes, activated charcoal is safe to use...

Charcoal question answered. Q: Dear Sir or Madam, First of all, thank you for such a fantastically informative website all about charcoal! 1) I have a table top water distiller and I need to purchase little tea bag size charcoal filters. Do you sell these kinds of things? 2) Can a person make their own DIY filter using your activated...

Charcoal question answered. Q: Hi I bought my dad your activated charcoal powder to help him soak his foot in a basin for gout. However, he said there were no directions/measurements for use on the container. Can you tell me the proportions of powder to water? I know it would have been better to make the poultice but he is 90...

Charcoal question answered. Q: I am new to the benefits of charcoal.  I was reading about your treatment of your dog.  I have a Lab/Chow mix that has repeated itchy skin with the resulting raw skin areas dew to chewing.  I have taken her to the Vet and we have tried everything.(antibiotics, steroids, anti- fungal, medicated shampoos).  After all that...

Charcoal question answered. Q: Please tell me if charcoal powder will be effective in stopping tooth decay. which product should I buy? - Leela A:  Hi Leela. Yes, charcoal powder would be very beneficial in preventing tooth decay when using as a toothpaste.  You can use any of the food grade charcoal powders found on this page, they will all work...