This charcoal is usually made from peat, coal, wood, coconut shell, or petroleum. It is similar to your common charcoal but is specifically made for medicinal purposes. This is used to treat poisonings, reduce intestinal gas, treat bile flow problems during pregnancy, and lower cholesterol levels.
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