You may have seen videos or advertisements about charcoal toothpaste or face masks, and while you might associate charcoal with grilling, there’s a lesser-known side to it: ingesting activated charcoal can be beneficial for your health!
At Hangry Kitchen LLC, we often receive questions about our popular juices, Black Hawk Down and Black Hawk Down 2.0. Customers want to know: Will it make your teeth black? What does it taste like? What exactly is charcoal, and what are its benefits?
Despite its intimidating appearance, our Black Hawk Down juices are delicious and packed with health benefits.
What’s Inside? Our Black Hawk Down juice is made with activated charcoal, freshly squeezed lemon, agave, and spring water. The 2.0 version includes ginger, which also offers numerous health benefits.
While activated charcoal might not be the first ingredient that comes to mind for a refreshing cold-pressed juice, research shows that safely made activated charcoal can provide significant health advantages.
What is Activated Charcoal?
Activated charcoal differs significantly from the charcoal used for grilling. Certified safe for ingestion by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), activated charcoal was once considered a universal antidote for drug overdoses and poisonings. It is produced by processing natural wood at high temperatures, stripping away any absorbed molecules and resulting in a highly absorbent fine black powder. Its porous texture allows activated charcoal to trap toxins and chemicals in the gut, preventing free radicals from being absorbed by the body. Even the Egyptians recognized its benefits around 1500 B.C., utilizing it for its antibacterial and absorption properties. Plus, activated charcoal is vegan, gluten-free, odorless, and tasteless!
Benefits of Activated Charcoal
So, why does Hangry Kitchen LLC offer activated charcoal in our juices? If you’re looking to refresh your system and detox, activated charcoal may be the ingredient you didn’t know you needed!
Here are some of the potential benefits of consuming activated charcoal regularly:
- Reduces stomach discomfort
- Promotes clearer skin
- Improves kidney health
- Alleviates intestinal gas
- Provides relief from acute poisonings
- Helps ward off nasty hangovers
The Power of Activated Charcoal with Lemon
While activated charcoal can absorb healthy nutrients from fruits and vegetables, we’ve taken it a step further by adding lemon to our Black Hawk Down juices for even more health benefits!
Lemon enhances nutrient absorption by providing your body with essential electrolytes like calcium, magnesium, and potassium without the added sugar and carbs found in sports drinks. Packed with antioxidants and vitamins—including iron, fiber, B-complex, and vitamin C—lemons can bolster your immune system, cleanse your liver, and promote the release of toxins. Additionally, the pectin fiber in lemons can help reduce hunger, while their alkalinity may accelerate weight loss. Our Black Hawk Down 2.0 also contains organic ginger, known for its powerful antioxidant properties and digestive support.
In summary, both our Black Hawk Down and Black Hawk Down 2.0 juices are not only delicious and refreshing but also serve as toxin-removing and immunity-boosting powerhouses! Enjoy one daily—whether in the morning to kickstart your day, as an afternoon boost, or to help alleviate a hangover.