How about taking Chlorella?

[ilong]

Wenbev - OK I understand. I want the increased protein to (hopefully) accelerate hair growth. Some years ago, I drank protein drinks made with Whey protein powder - I think this was also the time my hair grew thick and long. At the time I didn't know how or take the time to properly care formy hair so the results were short-lived. I know a lot of people eat chia seeds but I don't want/need another anything.

 

[Wenbev]

Wenbev - OK I understand. I want the increased protein to (hopefully) accelerate hair growth. Some years ago, I drank protein drinks made with Whey protein powder - I think this was also the time my hair grew thick and long. At the time I didn't know how or take the time to properly care formy hair so the results were short-lived. I know a lot of people eat chia seeds but I don't want/need another anything.

Hmm did it really? Im really on a quest to grow long n strong. It seems like my hair has been at the same length for two years.
What brand are you using? There are so many different ones.
Lol I told myself the chia seeds was the last add on. But I'm thinking of the moringa and raspberry ketones...

 

[Wenbev]

ilong do you remember how much protein you were taking back then?

 

[KiWiStyle]

Day two of my detox and I'm having no symptoms. How long does it usually take, I'm taking 1g? I'm wondering if I should increase my dosage to 2g...

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[Kilacurlz]

KiWiStyle I think everyone's different. I didn't have any kind of detox until I got up to 6g. I cut back down to 4g and now I've gone up to 12g and I'm experiencing detox again.

 

[ilong]

@Wenbev - no I don't remember the brand - only that I purchased it at GNC.

Chlorella contains some protein but Spirulina is reported to have as much as 70% protein. So if I can get added protein along with the other nutrients and benefits with these superfoods then I don't need a protein addon.

I understand about the growth "stalemate". I have 14 months to reach my goal which I've already ratched down to BSL, so I need to accelerate my efforts. I am thinking (and hoping) I should see some increased growth within the next 2-3 months . The supplements + length of time I've been taking them should yield results by then, which will be 5-6 continuous months. Otherwise all of the hype about increased growth from supplements would me a mis-truth, in my case.

Because of the recent development with my knees and legs, I am optimistic that I will start to realize additional benefits, including hair growth. As a matter of fact, the growth spurt may be starting: my 13 day old cornrow braids are very loose so I measured the distance from my scalp to the height of the braid and it ranged from 1/2' to 1", which I am pretty sure is growth. And my head is itching like crazy. I don't want to be premature - but I do hope my sticking to my vitamin regimen and topical regimen is starting to pay off. And Wenbev I think the superfoods are helping.
I am taking the NOW brand of spirulina - but after I complete it I will probably switch to a better brand.
I can do gangsta' style with the chlorella - but I don't think I can with powdered spirulina.

 

[ilong]

Wenbev - sorry did not see the other question. No - I don't recall how much protein I was taking a few years back. But I do recall only making the drink once daily.

KiWiStyle - I don't understand what you mean by "day two of your detox". Do you mean two days you've been taking chlorella?

IA with Kilacurlz- everyone is different. I detoxed and "went green" in 5 days. I was taking 1g three times a day AND I was also taking spirulina. You may need to increase your dosage, SLOWLY. As Wenbev advised another member "listen to your body" and watch for signs as you increase.

A colleague started taking Chlorella last Monday and she still hasn't detoxed - but she is feeling some detox symptoms (soreness, achy, etc.) She started at 2g daily and increased to 4g daily this past Sunday. I'm thinking she will detox and go green this weekend.

 

[KiWiStyle]

Wenbev - sorry did not see the other question. No - I don't recall how much protein I was taking a few years back. But I do recall only making the drink once daily.

KiWiStyle - I don't understand what you mean by "day two of your detox". Do you mean two days you've been taking chlorella?

IA with Kilacurlz- everyone is different. I detoxed and "went green" in 5 days. I was taking 1g three times a day AND I was also taking spirulina. You may need to increase your dosage, SLOWLY. As Wenbev advised another member "listen to your body" and watch for signs as you increase.

A colleague started taking Chlorella last Monday and she still hasn't detoxed - but she is feeling some detox symptoms (soreness, achy, etc.) She started at 2g daily and increased to 4g daily this past Sunday. I'm thinking she will detox and go green this weekend.

Day two of my detox = 2 days on Chlorella.

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[ilong]

KiWiStyle - I thought that is what you meant but I didn't want to assume. It took me four days to go green (expel/detox) . I started taking chlorella again on 1/15 and detoxed on 1/19. I think I started at a higher dosage and was also taking spirulina, which may attribute to my quick detox. Lovingmywaves12 - started at a higher dose than I and she dextoxed in two days. . It appears that most of us had some sort of "experience", such as aches, lethargy, break-outs, etc before "going green". Perhaps an increased dosage will trigger your detox.

 

[Wenbev]

Day two of my detox and I'm having no symptoms. How long does it usually take, I'm taking 1g? I'm wondering if I should increase my dosage to 2g...

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I don't see anything wrong with increasing. Go for it, just do it slowly. The problem is when you are severely constipated. Then you would need to step down the dosage and slowly increase.

 

[laylaaa]

Wenbev

Hmm did it really? Im really on a quest to grow long n strong. It seems like my hair has been at the same length for two years.
What brand are you using? There are so many different ones.
Lol I told myself the chia seeds was the last add on. But I'm thinking of the moringa and raspberry ketones...

If you're looking for a good brand, try Optimum Nutrition. It comes in sooooo many delicious flavours (french vanilla ftw), contains additional amino acids and it is stocked in most places inc. GNC. LOVE IT!


Whey protein doesn't make your hair grow faster though because it's not a stimulant but the hair that grows will be stronger and shinier. It's actually the exercise that makes your hair grow like weeds; the whey isolate is just the perfect complement. A sedentary adult woman needs something like 45g a day but if you're exercising and trying to grow hair, go for 0.8 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight.

 

[JC-Junkie]

Thank you very much ilong ! It hasn't arrived yet though. I also bought some for my 13 year old brother because I read its great for children and encourages healthy growth

 

[KiWiStyle]

KiWiStyle - I thought that is what you meant but I didn't want to assume. It took me four days to go green (expel/detox) . I started taking chlorella again on 1/15 and detoxed on 1/19. I think I started at a higher dosage and was also taking spirulina, which may attribute to my quick detox. Lovingmywaves12 - started at a higher dose than I and she dextoxed in two days. . It appears that most of us had some sort of "experience", such as aches, lethargy, break-outs, etc before "going green". Perhaps an increased dosage will trigger your detox.

I understand ;-).

Update: I have two new pimples but I'm not sure if its detox related. The first one came either a day before or after starting chlorella and the second one arrived Yesterday morning. I have adult and hormonal acne but I've been clear for a few months due to my new skin care regimen. I'm praying this is a fluke and not my detox symptom...fingers crossed no more appear. I also seem to be becoming more regular...twice a day.

 

[kimpaur]

Last week when I upped my dose to about 6 grams, I had dinner right after. If was mexican night..long story short, I felt really sick after and vomited it all up. I think this happened because either A) I had rushed to drink it and had dinner like 20-30 minutes later..or B)My body just didn't like it. I think it was a combination of both, either way I'm not too salty about it because I just knew when I was eating that the food was kinda not siting right with me.

 

[ilong]

Laylaa- thanks for the whey protein info. I took the whey protecting because I was fasting. I wasn't an avid exerciser (and still not ) - but I do know that I had significant hair growth during this time (because of something that happened ) I was planning on fasting again shortly so I may try the Optimum Nutrition you recommended. Thank you!!!

JC-Junkie - that is great news and your brother is very lucky. If he is into sports and very active - you may want to research spirulina. My energy level is incredible.

 

[Kilacurlz]

I take a mixture of whey and soy protein or just soy protein in my green smoothie. I eat almost no meat and am trying to transition to vegan. Once my whey/soy combined protein is gone I'll only eat soy. Hopefully the protein will compensate for the lack of protein from meat.

On another note, I have been experiencing severe detox symptoms since upping the chl to 12g. I really don't want to cut it back. I am just so exceptionally sleepy all the time and the headaches are intense. I'm trying to up my water intake but I already drink a lot. Hopefully detox won't take too long.

Here's my current everyday smoothie recipe...

Blueberries
Cherry tomatoes
Collard greens (love kale but wanted a change)
Banana
Mango
Avocado
Whey/soy protein
Wheatgrass
Green powder mix
12g chlorella

It tastes like veges and fruit at the same time...but I still don't taste the powders.

 

[Mahogony7]

Do y'all think it would be Ok to crush the tablets? Would crushing them make them any less effective? I can't find the powder anywhere and really don't feel like ordering it online. Swallowing 10-20 pills a day is a lot for someone that hates to take pills.

 

[JC-Junkie]

Thank you ilong ! My brother is very sporty ! And just today I bought some spirulina ! So I'll definitely share with him and then see how he likes it Also got some for my big brother too ! And my chlorella came today today has been a good day

 

[ilong]

@kimpaur- I am sorry to hear abour your experience. I hope you understand what I mean when I say " I hope it was the food that made you ill". I would be suprised and rather disappointed if it were the chlorella.

@Kilacurlz - I recall your experiencing a problem early on with taking clorella. Now I think it may be something else going on.
****WARNING**** THIS MAY BE TMI****
but have you experienced a day where one you had several, heavy bowl movements ? They are EXTREMELY important because this is how the toxins are expelled from the body with chlorella usage. I think you posted that chlorella has made you more regular.
Also, other than your protein drinks you mentioned, are you taking any other supplements? If you take MSM or a supplement with MSM, it is known to cause headaches. In an earlier post you mentioned wheatgrass?
I believe soy can trigger headaches - I BELIEVE- research it on the www
With your experiences it's time to unravel what is going on in terms of why you are experiencing these various symptoms. It could be your dosage increase has to occur very slowly to avoid any problems.

@JC-Junkie - that is AWSOME!!!! ITA - your experiences make for a 'GOOD DAY". I had a "GOOD DAY" also - a goodie box from AMAZON arrived today! Your brothers will really know what a wonderful sister you are if they decide to take spirulina CONSISTENTLY and start excelling even more in all the sports they are involved in - without being exhausted!!!!

 

[JC-Junkie]

ilong I'm glad you also had a good day too !

I'll defo make sure they are consistent with them ! I really hope it provides great benefits for all of use and for hair growth, nail growth, skin health and overall body health which is one of the main reasons I also wanted to start taking them You guys have been of great help to me !
I'll report back on my results and on behalf of my brothers too !

God Bless and HHG Ladies !

 

[Wenbev]

Dang, I missed so much good posting in the space of a day!!!


laylaaa Thank you! I will look into it I started reading about protein and read the protein needs do go up like you mentioned when you are exercising. Even up to 1.5g protein per lb. That's A LOT! Out of all the proteins, is whey better/healthier?

KiWiStyle The pimples were my most prevalent detox symptom. Huge cystic pimples, usually forming on my neck. They will subside, promise. The regularity, is awesome! In the beginning, it was 3x a day, now its normal at its 1x/day. I think its the need to get all the bad stuff out, LITERALLY! LOL.

JC-Junkie I also give chlorella to my 7yr old, just three tabs with cod liver oil -- gotta start those healthy practices early!

 

[Wenbev]

Kimapur I'm so sorry to hear that you got so sick! What dosage gwere you on before jumping up to 6g?

Kilacurlz Maybe break the dosage into two so your're not taking it all at once. Onhergrind09 was having a hard when she increased and breaking up the dosage really helped her.

 

[Wenbev]

Do y'all think it would be Ok to crush the tablets? Would crushing them make them any less effective? I can't find the powder anywhere and really don't feel like ordering it online. Swallowing 10-20 pills a day is a lot for someone that hates to take pills.

Mahogony7 I wouldn't see an issue with that, toward s the middle of this post there was someone that chewed them.

 

[ilong]

Mahogony7 - ITA with Wenbev - crushing them should be OK. But if there is a Whole Foods store in your area - check with them. My local store not only carries the Source Natural in powder and tablet form, it carries Jarrow powder and tablets as well. AND today while looking at their selection of loose herbs,etc. I saw SPIRULINA in powder form. So I plan on investigating it next time I have a little more time.
If your local stores don't have it in stock they may be willing to order it for you. HTH

JC-Junkie - consistency is key. Many of us don't take/use our "products" for a sufficient time to see results, before moving on to something else. Case in point I didn't experience "pain free" knees until after two months of consistent dosing. So don't give up!!!

 

[ilong]

Three quick updates:
1. I am an official chlorella gangsta' . I take my chlorella straight up from the teaspoon, with a chaser.

2. I purchased mucho fruits, veggies, goodies today to start making various smoothies. A rep from Vitamix was in the store whipping up all kinds of goodie samples (If I become consistent with making smoothies - I will purchase a Vitamix)

3. Another testimony: I tested out my pain free knees yesterday by going skating. OMG - after adjusting to the weight of my (roller) skates and getting over my apprehension - I rolled!!! Whew!! And yep - NO PAIN (then or now)!!! AND....AND... AND.. I was not tired, exhausted, out of breath, nor dripping with sweat or perspiration (and I had on a sports bra, muscle man exercise tank top and long sleeve pull-over top)! I was warm and damp - but I should have been hot and wet!

 

[Wenbev]

That's awesome news ilong! What dosage are you at now?

 

[ilong]

Thanks Wenbev - I thank the Lord for the blessing several times daily.
I am between 10-14g daily. I take 3(1000mg) caplets, 3 times daily as well as a "healthy" tablespoon of powder. The powder is 3g per serving and serving size is one teaspoon and I just started the powder this past Thursday. Spirulina is between 8-10g daily.

 

[ilong]

Thanks Wenbev - I thank the Lord for the blessing several times daily.
I am between 10-14g daily. I take 3(1000mg) caplets, 3 times daily as well as a "healthy" tablespoon of powder. The powder is 3g per serving and serving size is one teaspoon and I just started the powder this past Thursday. Spirulina is between 8-10g daily.

 

[ilong]

Thanks Wenbev - I thank the Lord for the blessing several times daily.
I am between 10-14g daily. I take 3(1000mg) caplets, 3 times daily as well as a "healthy" tablespoon of powder. The powder is 3g per serving and serving size is one teaspoon and I just started the powder this past Thursday. Spirulina is between 8-10g daily.

 

[Just11412]

ilong: go head lady, my chlorella gangsta and oil pulling thug. lol