Weight Loss with Activated Carbon: Effect and Risks

For medicinal purposes, the sorbent is used to detoxify the body in case of poisoning and diseases with toxic syndrome. The composition includes carbon-containing materials of organic origin, extracted from:

• charcoal;
• coal and petroleum coke;
• the shells of some nuts.

Due to the many tiny pores on the surface, this drug has a high adsorption capacity: it absorbs molecules of substances and effectively removes them.

The effect of the drug on the body

It is believed that coal cleanses the intestines. This, in the first place, explains the possibility of losing weight on the background of its intake. The drug promotes leaching of harmful metabolic products, which improves the digestive system as a whole. And timely removal of heavy metals, free radicals and slags prevents premature aging, promotes rejuvenation.

It is also believed that regular use of black tablets accelerates metabolism. In addition, they are able to trigger lipolysis and adsorb unnecessary fat cells. And also slow down the motility of the intestinal loops, and, as a result, dull the desire to eat.

Complications of taking black pills

Sorbent has a number of contraindications associated with the functioning of the digestive system:

• bleeding
• ulcers and colitis;
• acid disturbance.

In addition, you can not use coal together with other medications, including oral contraceptives. With simultaneous administration, the sorbent neutralizes their effect.

With prolonged use and overdose, adverse reactions are possible:

• decreased intestinal motility;
• malabsorption in the intestines;
• flatulence;
• avitaminosis;
• thromboembolism;
• hypotension;
• allergic reactions.

The rules of "coal" weight loss

If you still decide to try the technique, pay attention to a number of recommendations for coal intake. They will help protect the body as much as possible during the "diet" period. Please note that:

• course - the sorbent must be consumed in courses of no more than 14 days;
• break - It is important to take breaks between courses for at least ten days;

• doses- It is not recommended to exceed the maximum daily dose;
• time- coal must be consumed separately from food;
• water- in the process it is important to drink at least 2 liters of water per day;
• limitations - You should abandon the sweet, flour, fatty and salty.

There are three main schemes for taking the sorbent, aimed at weight loss.

• First one. In the morning on an empty stomach, drink tablets at the rate of one piece per 10 kg of weight.Duration of administration is 12-14 days. This scheme is aimed at general cleansing of the body and restoration of metabolism. The use of a shock dose of sorbent on an empty stomach can reduce appetite. However, it should be borne in mind that taking coal tablets for more than five days significantly increases the risk of side effects.
• The second one. Two to three tablets three times a day for 90-120 minutes before or after a meal. Duration - no more than two weeks. It is believed that if you divide the methods of coal and food at two-hour intervals, part of the nutrients from the food will be absorbed.
• The third. It is similar to the first, but not so radical, since the necessary dosage is recruited gradually. On the first day, one tablet is drunk, on the second - two, and so on until you reach a maximum of one tablet per 10 kg of weight.

In fact, activated charcoal helps a bit with weight loss. However, one should not hope for a stunning result, accepting only it. The main weight loss will be due to a decrease in swelling and getting rid of feces. Perfect option
- Combine a special diet with taking pills. Or make a three-day discharge course with the sorbent. For mondays, foods that stimulate intestinal motility are most suitable:

• kefir;
• apples
• boiled or raw vegetables.

The course of weight loss with the help of sorbents is best agreed with the doctor. In addition, it must be supplemented with multivitamins to quickly compensate for the loss of nutrients.