Charcoal and baking soda

[kenji]

I'm trying to implement Peat's ideas in my diet, but I wonder for what charcoal and baking soda are used. Can somewhat explain that for me?

 

[unexamined_whimsy]

Charcoal absorbs endotoxin and gases that cause bloat. Baking soda increases the amount of CO2 thereby lowering lactic acid. It also serves as a source of sodium without the chlorine found in common salt. Baking soda also acts as an antacid because of its basic nature.

 

[jyb]

Charcoal absorbs endotoxin and gases that cause bloat. Baking soda increases the amount of CO2 thereby lowering lactic acid. It also serves as a source of sodium without the chlorine found in common salt. Baking soda also acts as an antacid because of its basic nature.

Hum, I believe the CO2 from baking soda is much less compared to say bag breathing, and that it's use is more for its sodium content (and mouthwash as a replacement for toothpaste, which should be avoided due to fluoride).