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Charcoal question answered. Hi Buyactivatedcharcaol! I had a question on the granulated activated charcoal, the Pure Non-Scents as well as other granulated varieties. Q: Can they be washed to "renew" their absorption power? A: No. Q: I ask, as I have a couple Sharp Plasmaclusters, and they have a carbon filter which is washables, and the instructions say to wash...

Charcoal question answered. Q: Hi Kimberly, I had a quick question on disposal of my used activated charcoal from my air purifier: Can I use the used granules in my garden or lawn? Would that provide any benefit or would it be a detriment to growth? I ask because I don't know if used carbon is good for the garden...

Charcoal question answered. Question: Hello, I try to keep my deer hunting clothes (most contain activated carbon) scent free by storing them in a scent free storage tote. Would your product, "Natural Odor Eliminator" help further eliminate or reduce odors if I placed a sachet of the product in my storage containers? If this product is helpful I would consider...

Real Stories Dear John and Kimberly, I have been using charcoal for my family for years.  I have your book and refer to it often.  I refer others to your website.  Charcoal has been such a blessing to my family!  I thought I would share a story of healing with it from this week. I am almost 50 and have...

Charcoal question answered. For those of you that are still concerned about whether activated charcoal will adsorb nutrients or minerals from your body, here is a quote from  David Cooney PhD (Chemical Engineering, University Wyoming  from his book 'Activated Charcoal,  Antidote, Remedy, and Health Aid.' “Charcoal added to the diet of sheep for six months did not cause a loss...

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...