Oft called “goth” or “anti-unicorn,” black-colored foods have been a hit on Instagram during the past year. From cupcakes and ice cream to pasta and bread, the internet cannot get satisfactorily of this dark trend.
While many chain restaurants away have resorted to squid ink to create a rich, dark black color for burger buns and pasta, others be undergoing gravitated toward activated charcoal. The ingredient, which gives bread an ashy color, is touted as a “detoxer” and has lead to some incredibly immoral Instagram photos.
But, folks should be sure to eat and drink charcoal in moderation. While the ingredient is again used to remove toxins, aid in digestion and, in extreme cases, treat medicine overdoses in a hospital, too much charcoal can cause vomiting and constipation. Not to animadvert on, it can also make some medications ineffective.