How about taking Chlorella?
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So you better ante' up.:whipgirl:
danigurl18
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@iong I didn't have any symptoms
JC-Junkie
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ilong 
I won't hold back anything, any information I discover, I'll let you know absolutely ! But the information that blqlady posted about chlorella and its benefits for Parkinson's disease was really fascinating to me, because I'm doing a research proposal at university on Parkinson's disease and future treatments
it really is a super duper food !
My chlorella powder spirulina powder and spirulina tablets came today
Oh and my older brother has gone green too lool and so have I... again
I won't hold back anything, any information I discover, I'll let you know absolutely ! But the information that blqlady posted about chlorella and its benefits for Parkinson's disease was really fascinating to me, because I'm doing a research proposal at university on Parkinson's disease and future treatments
it really is a super duper food !My chlorella powder spirulina powder and spirulina tablets came today
Oh and my older brother has gone green too lool and so have I... again
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Onhergrind09
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I've missed you guys!!! School is winding down and kicking my butt in the process so I haven't been as active in this thread as I'd like to be. I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying incorporating chlorella into their lives 
I have some things I'm excited to share with you guys, I should hopefully be back soon to do that.
I have some things I'm excited to share with you guys, I should hopefully be back soon to do that.
KiWiStyle
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So it turns out that I started with 3g and not 1g like I thought. I was reading the back of the source naturals container again when I noticed that 1 tsp equals 3g :-O. It's no wonder I went green soo fast! I've up it to 1 tbsp since so does this mean I'm taking over 6-7g daily (my conversion math sucks)??? I started having nausea today so I'm guessing this is another detox symptom. Also, it feels like I'm trying to come down with a cold but my body seems to be kicking the virus' arse to keep it from onsetting.
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Happy Friday everyone! Just checking in hope everyone is doing well with their respective chlorella intakes!
@jcjunkie keep it up
KiWiStyle lol 1 tbsp = 3 tsp so you're handling 9g!! Go down to 2 tsp, that is too much too soon hence the nausea, I'd just drop to the 2 tsp which is still 6g and hold there for a while.
Nix08 welcome! 500mg is only 0.5g, I would definitely up to at least 1-2g hold there and move up slowly
Onhergrind09 girl you've been missed! Good luck with finishing up classes!
Update on my intake, upped to 14g and loving the difference between the 12g and 14g. It's been three weeks since Ive upped after the st paddy's weekend issue. I will report back shortly, I want to confirm for certain.
@jcjunkie keep it up
KiWiStyle lol 1 tbsp = 3 tsp so you're handling 9g!! Go down to 2 tsp, that is too much too soon hence the nausea, I'd just drop to the 2 tsp which is still 6g and hold there for a while.
Nix08 welcome! 500mg is only 0.5g, I would definitely up to at least 1-2g hold there and move up slowly
Onhergrind09 girl you've been missed! Good luck with finishing up classes!
Update on my intake, upped to 14g and loving the difference between the 12g and 14g. It's been three weeks since Ive upped after the st paddy's weekend issue. I will report back shortly, I want to confirm for certain.
Nix08
Relaxed, 4B
@Wenbev Thanks for the help...I was struggling with the math
I will take another pill tonight then. I'll stick with 1g for a while...I want to make sure I keep it up...It took some effort working oil pulling into my schedule so I want to be consistent with this too
There are no rules regarding taking it on an empty tummy right? I figure if it's like 'food' then I should be able to take one at night before bed (I always liked taking my vitamins at night).
I will take another pill tonight then. I'll stick with 1g for a while...I want to make sure I keep it up...It took some effort working oil pulling into my schedule so I want to be consistent with this tooThere are no rules regarding taking it on an empty tummy right? I figure if it's like 'food' then I should be able to take one at night before bed (I always liked taking my vitamins at night).
KiWiStyle
Realtor & Foodie
Happy Friday everyone! Just checking in hope everyone is doing well with their respective chlorella intakes!
@jcjunkie keep it up
KiWiStyle lol 1 tbsp = 3 tsp so you're handling 9g!! Go down to 2 tsp, that is too much too soon hence the nausea, I'd just drop to the 2 tsp which is still 6g and hold there for a while.
Nix08 welcome! 500mg is only 0.5g, I would definitely up to at least 1-2g hold there and move up slowly
Onhergrind09 girl you've been missed! Good luck with finishing up classes!
Update on my intake, upped to 14g and loving the difference between the 12g and 14g. It's been three weeks since Ive upped after the st paddy's weekend issue. I will report back shortly, I want to confirm for certain.
Wenbev, thank you! I can't believe I've been taking 9g, LOL! I'm dropping back down to 6g starting tomorrow and hold there for a week or two.
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ilong
God's Own
JC-Junkie -" you ain't playin'" - you are serious about your chlorella and that will bring you RESULTS- which is great. KUTGW!
KiWiStyle - ITA with Wenbev - too much too fast - which I have a strong suspicion is the reason for your nausea. Nausea can be a sympton for people who are unable to take Chlorella but you have proven that you can - but your increase is too much in a short window of time.
Nix08 8- chile, why'd you keep us waitin' for you so long??We've been waiting for you to join us for over a month now. You late girl!! <lol> Welcome and glad that you are here!!! But at least you came - already prepared and in action (taking your chlorella) !!! Seriously though, do your best to work it into your regimen - you will be glad you did. Heck, take it with the moringa tea. I drink (fresh) ginger tea at the office in the afternoon and that is also the time I take a dose of (all my) supplements. I keep a supply in my vehicles, my office, home, and in my purse - so that I am never without. When I think of it - I take a couple. I adopted this practice because eventually I would like to get to 30-50g daily. Taking all supplements at a given time would not allow me to take this dosage.
AWARENESS TIP: Chlorella and Spirulina are high in protein, and protein is converted to energy. Taking these supplements just before bedtime- could result in sleepless nights and have you up "ready to clean the house" because of all the energy!!
(Yes that was the voice of experience - bringing you the awareness tip.)
Yes chlorella and spirulina are considered foods. Even still some manufacturers and sites state that you should take them with food. I believe they do this for liability reasons. I take my dosage on an empty stomach 75% of the time and I don't experience any problems. Even still if I feel bloated or heavy - my next dose is lighter and spread out. We are all unique - so listen to YOUR body and proceed accordingly.
KiWiStyle - ITA with Wenbev - too much too fast - which I have a strong suspicion is the reason for your nausea. Nausea can be a sympton for people who are unable to take Chlorella but you have proven that you can - but your increase is too much in a short window of time.
Nix08 8- chile, why'd you keep us waitin' for you so long??
We've been waiting for you to join us for over a month now. You late girl!! <lol> Welcome and glad that you are here!!! But at least you came - already prepared and in action (taking your chlorella) !!! Seriously though, do your best to work it into your regimen - you will be glad you did. Heck, take it with the moringa tea. I drink (fresh) ginger tea at the office in the afternoon and that is also the time I take a dose of (all my) supplements. I keep a supply in my vehicles, my office, home, and in my purse - so that I am never without. When I think of it - I take a couple. I adopted this practice because eventually I would like to get to 30-50g daily. Taking all supplements at a given time would not allow me to take this dosage.AWARENESS TIP: Chlorella and Spirulina are high in protein, and protein is converted to energy. Taking these supplements just before bedtime- could result in sleepless nights and have you up "ready to clean the house" because of all the energy!!
(Yes that was the voice of experience - bringing you the awareness tip.)
Yes chlorella and spirulina are considered foods. Even still some manufacturers and sites state that you should take them with food. I believe they do this for liability reasons. I take my dosage on an empty stomach 75% of the time and I don't experience any problems. Even still if I feel bloated or heavy - my next dose is lighter and spread out. We are all unique - so listen to YOUR body and proceed accordingly.
KiWiStyle
Realtor & Foodie
JC-Junkie -" you ain't playin'" - you are serious about your chlorella and that will bring you RESULTS- which is great. KUTGW!
KiWiStyle - ITA with Wenbev - too much too fast - which I have a strong suspicion is the reason for your nausea. Nausea can be a sympton for people who are unable to take Chlorella but you have proven that you can - but your increase is too much in a short window of time.
Nix08 8- chile, why'd you keep us waitin' for you so long??
AWARENESS TIP: Chlorella and Spirulina are high in protein, and protein is converted to energy. Taking these supplements just before bedtime- could result in sleepless nights and have you up "ready to clean the house" because of all the energy!!
(Yes that was the voice of experience - bringing you the awareness tip.)
Yes chlorella and spirulina are considered foods. Even still some manufacturers and sites state that you should take them with food. I believe they do this for liability reasons. I take my dosage on an empty stomach 75% of the time and I don't experience any problems. Even still if I feel bloated or heavy - my next dose is lighter and spread out. We are all unique - so listen to YOUR body and proceed accordingly.
Yes, I'm glad I noticed it before long. I agree, my body has proven it can handle Chlorella so I'm happy with that. I've been taking mine gangsta style...straight up with water and then chasing it with my green smoothie. I have my morning regimen down to a science now.
After I get DD off to school I:
Finish my coffee (plan to quit) while reading the headlines and checking emails and FB and LHCF.
I boil an egg and have 2 pieces of toast.
Take my vitamins, drink chlorella then some smoothie and water.
Clean the kitchen and make bed.
Moisturized and seal my hair, apply my growth oil to scalp and massage it in. Put on my plastic cap and sweatband.
Change into my workout gear and work out for a good 30-40 minutes. I run 1 mile, sit-ups and booty squats. All while watching Windy City Live
, lol! Then I shower and get ready for my day.
So far so good
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KiWiStyle
Realtor & Foodie
I have to get me some of this Spirulina all of you speak of, lol.
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@Wenbev Thanks for the help...I was struggling with the math
There are no rules regarding taking it on an empty tummy right? I figure if it's like 'food' then I should be able to take one at night before bed (I always liked taking my vitamins at night).
I usually take chlorella after I eat so there's something in there. I don't think it would be an issue as long as you had something to eat a couple hours before bed. I do not advise taking anything on an empty stomach. Keep us updated!
Kilacurlz
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Acne came back and is going away again. I'm up to 14g a day. Talked to my 72 year old father about the health benefits and now he wants me to order him some of the powder. He's talking to his doctor first but so far I have a coworker taking it and now possibly my dad. I just really pray there are no longterm negative side effects.
ilong
God's Own
@Kilacurlz - my experience and research agrees with nc cutie - no side affects that we can see. You may want to look at some articles which discussed risks/cautions etc, so that you can feel a little more assured about the supplements. I do recall reading that individuals with certain autoimmune conditions (i.e. lupus) should not take spirulina. I believe that it is always advisable for individuals to do their own research for their own comfort level. But with Dad - you are his personal researcher !
!Im taking my chlorella and sporulina first thing in the am, along with other energizing vits like biotin and supplements like maca, silica, DE, sea kelp, and my amino acids. Otherwise, I will be up all night off and on. I have much more energy during the day (whereas before I needed a nap after lunch); skin is clear and smooth, I feel more mentally alert, sharp, and focused. I ordered another 450 tablet bottle of organic chlorella (they are high potency...RDA is 5 tabs a day). There are no fillers in either of my algae supplements (spirulina and chlorella). Im happy with it, and this will be a part of my vitamin regimen indefinitely.
Kiowa
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This was my first day of taking a spirulina/chlorella in my smoothie...WHOA! I worked out and could have kept going for another 1hr if the gym wasn't closing for the night.. I already have barley/wheatgrass in there, so might have to play with the amounts to see what is right for me..
I already have barley/wheatgrass in there, so might have to play with the amounts to see what is right for me..I am not up to gangsta levels yet
LOL Kiowa you gangsta for just taking it as far as I'm concerned. Seriously though, starting slow and steady is the way to go!
And when you can chug the powder with just water then that's OG status like ilong and Just11412 lol
Kiowa
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and I thought ACV was an acquired taste...along with hair growth, looking for some detox benefits and weight loss, some of my external hair growth oils broke me out...
so hoping for some skin benefits there too...while I retool my hair regime..
along with hair growth, looking for some detox benefits and weight loss, some of my external hair growth oils broke me out...
Lol. ACV is another one
yuckYou are in the right place!
Personally speaking in terms of hair growth, Im averaging about 3/4 to and inch a month, my skin is doing great, energy is stable, joints are fab and a lot of other good stuff is going on. I some some immediate results in nails and skin and long term was the hair and joints.
Please keep us updated on your dosage, feelings, detox etc. the chlorella gangstas don't hold back lol
ilong
God's Own
Kiowa - I echo Wenbev's "WELCOME TO THE THREAD"!!!
Jewell and Kiowa - Isn't the level of energy these supplements deliver, amazing???
As Wenbev as recommended - slow and steady!
I never believed I could be a "chlorella gangsta" (CG) but because of the dosage I want to eventually be at - I have no choice.
So when you have adjusted to the supplement and began your increase - take the "slug" (you only have to take a slug one time) and be a "chlorell gangsta". Wenbev is still circling the town but somethin' tells me she gon' be a CG real soon.
Kiowa - based on the results many of us have experienced and posted, skin smooth skin, being one. I see no reason why your skin won't experience a turn-around and clear up.
Jewell and Kiowa - Isn't the level of energy these supplements deliver, amazing???
As Wenbev as recommended - slow and steady!
I never believed I could be a "chlorella gangsta"
(CG) but because of the dosage I want to eventually be at - I have no choice. So when you have adjusted to the supplement and began your increase - take the "slug" (you only have to take a slug one time
) and be a "chlorell gangsta". Wenbev is still circling the town but somethin' tells me she gon' be a CG real soon. Kiowa - based on the results many of us have experienced and posted, skin smooth skin, being one. I see no reason why your skin won't experience a turn-around and clear up.
ilong
God's Own
NOTE: ALKALINE WATER DRINKERS
If you drink alkaline water and take chlorella or spirulina, research alkaline intake. Chlorella and Spirulina are alkaline foods, which means they balance the ph (acid) levels in the body as well. Taking too much alkaline may pose a risk - so please do your own research. I would compare the benefits of alkaline water to chlorella or spirulina, to understand which delivers the most benefit for the money. For me chlorella and spirulina are the no-contest grand prize winners.
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Kiowa
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@Kiowa - I echo @Wenbev's "WELCOME TO THE THREAD"!!!
@Jewell and Kiowa - Isn't the level of energy these supplements deliver, amazing???
As @Wenbev as recommended - slow and steady!
I never believed I could be a "chlorella gangsta"
So when you have adjusted to the supplement and began your increase - take the "slug" (you only have to take a slug one time
Kiowa - based on the results many of us have experienced and posted, skin smooth skin, being one. I see no reason why your skin won't experience a turn-around and clear up.
I'm still trying to catch up on this thread....but what is a 'slug'?
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