Charcoal Activated 560 mg

Charcoal Activated 560 mg

Nature's Way4.7 (15,013 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 100 Capsule(s) · 50 servings
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About this product

Activated charcoal provides 560 mg per serving in a simple capsule design. The amount is practical and avoids the uncertainty of a multi-ingredient proprietary blend.

The source material and adsorption characteristics are not supplied. Its value for general digestive health remains narrow because charcoal can also bind beneficial compounds taken nearby.

The 50-serving configuration is convenient for occasional use but only moderately priced. Larger bottle versions offer better continuity and serving value for established users.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking occasional charcoal capsules
  • Users trying a moderate-size supply
Best for
  • Occasional one-active use
  • A manageable 50-serving bottle

Pros

  • 560 mg practical amount
  • Simple formula
  • 50 servings
  • Clear active weight

Cons

  • Source is not disclosed
  • Adsorption quality is not characterized
  • Only moderate serving value
  • Limited daily relevance

Warnings

  • Activated charcoal can reduce absorption of oral medicines, including oral contraceptives; separate use and confirm timing with a pharmacist.
  • Charcoal may cause constipation and black stools.
  • Do not use supplement charcoal as home treatment for suspected poisoning or overdose.

Product analysis

74 out of 100
A straightforward 560 mg charcoal capsule with practical dosing, though source detail and bottle value are only average.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient quality78

The product name says activated, while the ingredient listing provides only generic charcoal. The disclosed amount fits a useful situational range.

Ingredient transparency67

The charcoal amount is clearly disclosed. Source or activation details, complete directions, and non-active ingredients remain incomplete.

Customer satisfaction72

The supplied average rating is very strong and the supplied review volume is exceptionally substantial. No qualitative experience themes were supplied, so recurring complaints and purpose fit cannot be verified.

Value for money81

A useful amount and simple formula provide fair basic value. The moderate serving cost is acceptable but does not compensate for weak sourcing detail.

Format
Capsule
Container
100 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.25
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Customer rating
4.7 · 15,013 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Digestive Health
Digestive Health
Impact
Moderate effect
D Goal FitB- Strength of SupportF CoverageA Formula Quality

Activated charcoal may offer short-term help with occasional gas, but its role is narrower than ongoing digestive support. The disclosed serving is in a commonly used supplemental range.

The single-ingredient formula is focused, although the charcoal source and activation details are not supplied. Charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and reserved for occasional use.

How this product is rated for Digestive Health

Goal Alignment & Evidence Quality49

Activated charcoal is relevant for occasional gas rather than daily digestive maintenance. Evidence for routine use or broad gut support is limited.

Effective Goal Contribution72

The disclosed serving falls in a commonly used supplemental range. Missing source and activation details reduce confidence in material quality.

Pathway Coverage32

The formula targets adsorption of gas in one narrow situation. It does not support motility, enzymes, the microbiome, or the intestinal barrier.

Formulation Coherence94

A single charcoal active is logically suited to adsorption. The formula avoids nutrients that could compete for binding capacity.
Study evidence
Activated Charcoal Supportive 9 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Charcoal
560 mg 72
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
Activated Charcoal · 560 mg OverallScore72
A Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
The saved facts identify coconut charcoal and confirm activation, with a 560 mg serving and occasional-use directions. They don't establish the formula's purity or show a medicine-separation interval. The cost per serving is moderate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability90

The facts identify coconut as the source and confirm activation, but don't establish the formula's purity.
Source Material Quality
The saved facts identify coconut as the charcoal source.
Activation Confirmation
The saved ingredient facts confirm that the charcoal is activated.
Formula Purity & Adsorption Logic
The facts don't establish a pure formula, and they don't list fillers or added nutrients.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency50

The serving amount is in the range highlighted in the supplied guidance, and the directions suggest occasional use. A medicine-separation interval isn't shown.
Medication Interaction Warning
The saved directions don't show a time interval for separating the product from medicines.
Dosage Adequacy per Serving
The 560 mg serving falls within the supplied 500–1,000 mg range.
Usage Pattern Guidance
The directions recommend occasional use.

Value80

The cost per serving sits in the moderate price range.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is moderate.
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83 Performance

Coconut Activated Charcoal 260 mg

Country Life
A clearly stated activated-charcoal dose at 520 mg keeps the formula aligned with short-term digestive or binding use. The provided quality and goal assessments are stronger than the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
82 Performance

Charcoal Activated

KAL
Coconut-derived activated charcoal at 560 mg provides a clearly identified source in a focused formula. The provided quality and goal assessments are stronger than the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
82 Performance

Activated Charcoal 520 mg

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Coconut-derived activated charcoal at 520 mg provides a clearly identified source in a focused formula. The provided quality and goal assessments are stronger than the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
84 Budget

Activated Coconut Charcoal Powder 500 mg

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Coconut-derived activated charcoal at 500 mg provides a clearly identified source in a focused formula. Its lower serving cost improves value compared with the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
84 Budget

Activated Coconut Charcoal Powder 500 mg

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A clearly stated activated-charcoal dose at 500 mg keeps the formula aligned with short-term digestive or binding use. Its lower serving cost improves value compared with the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
80 Budget

Activated Charcoal 500 mg

Natural Factors
Coconut-derived activated charcoal at 500 mg provides a clearly identified source in a focused formula. Its lower serving cost improves value compared with the original, although activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
76 Value

Activated Charcoal Powder Unflavored

Nutricost
Coconut-derived activated charcoal at 1500 mg provides a clearly identified source in a focused formula. Strong provided quality and goal assessments combine with favorable serving economics, improving the balance of formulation and value; activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
80 Value

Activated Charcoal

NOW
A clearly stated activated-charcoal dose at 560 mg keeps the formula aligned with short-term digestive or binding use. Strong provided quality and goal assessments combine with favorable serving economics, improving the balance of formulation and value; activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
78 Value

Charcoal Activated 560 mg

Nature's Way
A clearly stated activated-charcoal dose at 560 mg keeps the formula aligned with short-term digestive or binding use. Strong provided quality and goal assessments combine with favorable serving economics, improving the balance of formulation and value; activated charcoal can bind medicines and nutrients, so it should be separated from them and used cautiously.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Protection of the Human Gut Microbiome From Antibiotics.
    de Gunzburg J; Ghozlane A; Ducher A; Le Chatelier E; Duval X; Ruppé E; Armand-Lefevre L; Sablier-Gallis F; Burdet C; Alavoine L; Chachaty E; Augustin V; Varastet M; Levenez F; Kennedy S; Pons N; Mentré F; Andremont A · The Journal of infectious diseases · 2019
    Randomized trial28 participantsDigestive Health forActivated Charcoal
  2. Activated charcoal to prevent irinotecan-induced diarrhea in children.
    Sergio GC; Félix GM; Luis JV · Pediatric blood & cancer · 2008
    Non-randomized trial22 participantsDigestive Health forActivated Charcoal
  3. [Controlled clinical testing of an antidiarrheal].
    Dorn M · MMW Fortschritte der Medizin · 2006
    Randomized trial100 participantsDigestive Health forActivated Charcoal
  4. Phase II study of activated charcoal to prevent irinotecan-induced diarrhea.
    Michael M; Brittain M; Nagai J; Feld R; Hedley D; Oza A; Siu L; Moore MJ · Journal of clinical oncology : official journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · 2004
    Single-arm trial28 participantsDigestive Health forActivated Charcoal
  5. Efficacy of activated charcoal in reducing intestinal gas: a double-blind clinical trial.
    Jain NK; Patel VP; Pitchumoni CS · The American journal of gastroenterology · 1986
    Non-randomized trial99 participantsDigestive Health forActivated Charcoal