Lupe Fiasco has always sparked a large debate in whether or not he was one of the greatest rappers of this current generation and from both analytical and objective viewpoints, the Chicago-based artist is deserving of recognition. When first arrived on the scene with his eclectic style and peaceful approach to the music genre, many thought he wouldn't last or be able to lyrically stand with the greats of the culture but he soon was able to prove his doubters wrong.
Lupe has made some controversial comments throughout his career but his ability to curate listen-worthy music and sell out large venues while remaining a conscious and knowledgeable public figure has allowed him to become both a mainstream and underground legend. These days, it appears that Lupe Fiasco is done with the music business and focuses more on martial arts as of late.
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.