The Air Force. To date, the Air Force offers enlistment bonuses of up to $10,000 for the following positions: airborne or land-based linguist, combat control, pararescue, explosive ordnance disposal, and survival evasion rescue evacuation. Those entering tactical air command and control can earn as much as $6,000.
How Activated Charcoal Works. Activated charcoal absorbs a wide variety of drugs and chemicals. Adsorption is a process in which atoms and molecules move from a bulk phase (such as a solid, liquid, or gas) onto a solid or liquid surface. In other words, the toxic substance attaches to the surface of the charcoal.
Heme iron is most easily absorbed, whereas non-heme is absorbed less well. Calcium is the only known substance that can impair the absorption of both heme and non-heme iron. Tannin (coffee, tea, chocolate), fiber, eggs and oxalates impair absorption of non-heme iron. Red meat contains the most easily absorbable formof iron called heme iron. Fats (lipids) when in combination with unbound iron can generate free radical activity, which is destructive to cells and can damage DNA. Sugar enhances the absorption of iron. These beverages contain tannins which inhibit the absorption of non-heme iron. Excessive consumption of tannins is not recommended for individuals with liver damage. These foods are high in fiber, which impairs the absorptionof non-heme iron and promote healthy digestion. Shellfish can contain a bacterium called Vibrio vulnificus, which can be fatal to people with high body iron levels. Take care when walking barefoot on beaches where contaminated shells may be present.