In the computer industry, these abbreviations are widely used to represent major steps or generations in the evolution of programming languages.
Another of the benefits of activated charcoal is that it helps eliminate bad breath, because it cleanses both the mouth and the digestive tract. It also helps to purify the blood. It relieves symptoms of nervous diarrhea, travelerâs diarrhea (turista), spastic colon, indigestion, and peptic ulcers.
When combined with simethicone, activated charcoal may improve symptoms of indigestion. Activated charcoal may also improve bloating and stomach cramps and prevent gas. Due to its adsorbing effects (attracts substances to the surface of the material), activated charcoal may help treat liver and kidney disorders. Taking activated charcoal by mouth may lower cholesterol levels and reduce high levels of bile acids.