Consuming activated charcoal
Question
I would like to know if it is permissible to consume activated charcoal, or is it discouraged as it is the food of the Jinn?
Answer
We understand that activated charcoal is used as medication or as a treatment for overdosing of drugs or poisoning. The drugs or toxins bind to the charcoal and is consequently removed from the body. It is also beneficial for treatment of the kidneys, lowering cholesterol levels, diarrhea, skin infections etc. In conclusion, if it is used for treatment and, according to the medical experts, there is no harm in doing so, then it may be utilized.
References (Arabic / Urdu sources)
مٹی کھانا حرام ہے، اسکا کہاں سے ثبوت ہے؟ ۔۔۔۔۔ الجواب : یہ مضر صحت ہے اس وجہ سے اس کا کھانا منع ہے ۔۔۔۔۔حالانکہ وہ طاھر ہے اور بعض صورتوں میں اس کا کھانا واجب بھی ہے ، بعض صورتوں میں سنت ہے ۔۔۔۔(فتاوی محمودیہ ص۲۵۰ ج۲۷)
- Answered by
- Mufti Mohammed Desai
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