How about taking Chlorella?

[ilong]

soonergirl - I may try the powder after I finish the tablets that I have. I do hope I stay consistent and that I reap some of the "cited" benefits.

Especially HAIR GROWTH & Weight Loss (in that order)

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

I am not sure if its the Chlorella or what, but on Thursday I went to the gym and worked out after class. By the time I got home, my pills were here, so I took 1g. Friday, I didn't feel anything so I bumped the dosage up to 4g. I didnt workout bc I didnt go to school. I have not hanged my eating habits or anything. In fact, I barely eat anything bc school and work keep me so busy, that sometimes I forget too. I got on the scale this morning and low & behold, Im down 3 pounds!!!!

Im going to keep using this for a month and see what happens. I haven't the slightest clue about my hair, but I dyed it red yesterday so I should be able to see the growth pretty easily.

Here's to health, wealth & hair growth!!!!

 

[AtlantaJJ]

It's time for me to revisit this.

Sent from my iPad 3 using LHCF

 

[ilong]

Lovingmywaves12 - if you are trying to lose weight dropping 3 pounds is great - regardless of what caused it.
I have been taking my Chlorella and Spirulina (and other vitamins) faithfully for a week and so far the only affect I see is in my nails. They seem to be have grown quite a bit and are hard as a rock. Of course long strong nails are cited benefits of several of the vitamins I take. Now for the same affect on the hair

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

whoo hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'M GREEN!!!!!!!!!

 

[ilong]

^^^^ are you referring to ...?

If so, I am too.


BTW - did you see this thread
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/archive/index.php?t-361673.html

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

yes, thats EXACTLY what Im talking about. It only took me 2 days to go green, lol.

I did not see that thread, but once I upped the dosage, I saw stuff going on. I figure I will measure hair every month or so to get an accurate assessment. I have a couple of health things going on so I will keep bumping every few days until I get to the right level (13g-15g) and then hold there until this other stuff is gone.

Thanks for the help!!!

 

[ilong]

Lovingmywaves12

LOL- I thought so.

When you have a moment - please do a search on Chlorella. Older posts have so much good info. Based on comments I feel Chlorella may be as good if not better than MSM. I do hope the detoxing capability and other benefits helps you with whatever is causing your health issues.


I purchased a cheap brand of Chlorella (Swansons). There are supposedly two major (recognized) brands of Chlorella, sun and yaeyama.
All of the brands processes for "breaking the cell walls" (the process which makes the algae digestible/usable by the body) differ.
Swanson's process sounds a little sketchy.
I think I will try Yaeyama brand chlorella next

I am also comtemplating trying Sun Chlorella but it is VERY EXPENSIVE. They claim that their Chlorella has a very high content of Protein (80% plus) They have a Best Deal promo that I plan to take advantage as soon as I confirm what mg strength it is.

I'll use my Health Spending Account in the future to purchase the brand I decide on.

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

I purchased the Yaeyama brand from vitacost. I got it in about 2 days. I have read a lot about Chlorella which is why I am anxious to get to the higher doses. I'm also going to try some oil mixes that I have seen on the board.

I was watching the Last Samurai today, and was slightly jealous of the young lady's hair until I realized that I am taking Chlorella, so my hair will look like hers too!!! lol

I also told my bff about it as she and her mother have auto immune diseases that are wreaking havoc on their bodies. I am gonna send her a box with all the things that I know to work for me. I am hoping that I can add to this to it.

 

[ilong]

LovingMyWaves - what mg strength did you purchase?

I think I will take advantage of the Sun Chlorella Best Deals before it expires - to evaluate it and then move to the Yaeyama brand.

I am glad to hear that you will be blessing your friend with some products to help her and her Mom. Giving is very rewarding and carries an undescribable good feeling for the giver .

My other goal is not buy any "new hair" products or supplements. I can replinish but not try purchase anything new. The $ I save by not trying every "mentioned"product will help pay for a vacation cruise this year. Besides, it is impossible to know what works if I don't stabilize. And it is senseless to have to use or take all of these products forever to sustain results.

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

I bought the 200mg ones. The pills really arent that big. I figure that Chlorella is my best bet for hair and overall health. If I can take a multivitamin for the rest of my life, then I can def take this.

I have a bias towards western medicine. I'm sorry but I refuse to keep the doctors and drug companies rich because I have some "ailment". Im all for everyone having a hustle, but NOT at the expense of someone's health. And unfortunately, that is how most of western medicine works. The doctors get paid to push new drugs on patients. I dont think thats right all.

I have 3 children, all with some type of health problem. One of my kids has a medical issue that still has not been diagnosed after 3 YEARS!!! The doctors remedy?? My child will have to live the rest of her life on Prevacid IF she wishes to live a "normal" life. I don't want that for her. I will be the guinea pig for this. I have to look out for those close to me, no one else is.

As far as my friend goes, she is sooooo much more than that. We have been friends since the 10th grade. We are now in our 30s. There is nothing that I wouldn't do for her. It breaks my heart to hear/see her suffering. If I can pass on something beneficial, what kind of friend would I be not too?

 

[ilong]

God Bless You Lovingmywaves12

ITA with you regarding western medical practices. It is no longert about the health and well being of the patient. Just listen to drug ads on tv and radio. The list of risks and potential side affects makes it obvious that drugs produced today can be more deadly to the patient than the original ailment

I was raised on "ol' mother's remedys" which has been renamed by society as "holistic" and/or "alternative" medicine.
Remedies using garlic, lemon, catnip tea, corn meal, cod liver oil, turpentine, castor oil, sulfur, cayenne pepper, etc are all products I (and most families with southern roots) was raised on and kept these practices kept us healthy.

I applaud and agree with you for researching "alternative" help for you and your family.

 

[classoohfive]

On Thursday I took 1/2 tsp just to start. I got a headache and just assumed it was a coincidence since I don't recall getting headaches a few years ago from Chlorella and I was taking more than just 1/2 tsp. I'm finishing up 1 tsp (3g) in my apple sauce now, and I have a slight headache. I know it's not the apple sauce because I lived on this when I had my tooth pulled. It seems soon to be detoxing.

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

The commercials for these medicines is getting ridiculous. And the sad part is, they normally go a little something like this *clears throat*:

"Are you suffering from disease X? Talk to your doctor about using drug Y. It can relieve all your issues. *small announcers voice* Side effects possible are heart attack, liver failure, difficulty breathing, sporadic pooping, three fingers fall off of your left hand, numbness & tingling in right foot, headaches, severe nausea. Please talk to your doctor about how this medication with react with other medications you are taking.

MONTHS later you or your loved one, draps (yes I said draps, lol) DEAD!

Months later another commercial:

"Have you or your loved one suffered or died from using drug Y?? Call us now, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. Call 1-800-NOT-IT right now!"

All the above??? Yeahhhhh, no thanks. I will pass.

 

[ilong]

Lovingmywaves12
You are so right on point!!!

I have zero confidence and trust in the FDA, for allowing this type of "genocide". Terminal illness and Death by FDA approved meds!!!!

The irony is most of the medical science in the US is dominated by "other" nationalities who practice HOLISTIC, ALTERNATIVE medicine!!! They would NEVER take the crap they are developing and doling out to Americans.

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

ilong,

SPOT ON!!!!

I hate to say it, but Americans in general are lazy. They would rather watch the next 48 than to find out whats really going on with this country and how its actually run. If you want something better, then you have to take it upon yourself.

That's exactly what I have done and will continue to do. I have even looked into making my own lotions and such. I need to find that thread around here that talks about making my hair oil. I saw it and haven't been able to find it again.

Off to search the threads...

have a great day Chica!!!!

 

[SlimPickinz]

Is anyone taking Chlorella that has also tried oil pulling?? If yes are there any noticeable difference other than hair growth?? TIA!

 

[ilong]

SlimPickinz

I don't practice oil pulling. When I was little my mother would have us swish cod liver oil (yes yuck!!!) in our mouths and when we were ill we had to take heated turpentine. As a matter of fact - now that I think of how we heated it - we put it on a spoon with a little sugar and held it over the stove fire. LMBO - remind you of anything?? But we had to eat it!!! (Just typing this post reminded me of that STRONG medicine smell.

 

[Lita]

Chlorella will keep your blood work & health in check...I Currently take the powder off/on 3grms in the morning..Now I'm taking mixed veggie/fruit powder...Sometime I'll do Chlorella in the am & Acai powder in the evening.

Happy Hair Growing!

 

[ilong]

SlimPickinz
I just googled oil pulling and I wasn't surprised to discover it is derived from Indian Practices and part of the ayurvedic discipline. My family has southern roots and it appears they may not have known the name but believed in the benefits.

While reading up on oil pulling I found this site . I think I will spend some time looking through it.
Thank you for posting on oil pulling

 

[Lovingmywaves12]

Ok, so I thought I was going crazy...

Detox has set in. I have had an itchy throat all day. This is a good sign. Im almost feeling like I should up the dosage...

 

[SlimPickinz]

ilong do a search here for it. There is an extensive thread on OP

 

[Jewell]

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Chlorella will keep your blood work & health in check...I Currently take the powder off/on 3grms in the morning..Now I'm taking mixed veggie/fruit powder...Sometime I'll do Chlorella in the am & Acai powder in the evening.

Happy Hair Growing!

YES it will! I have a blood disorder that causes chronic anemia, and ever since I started chlorella, my labs have been really good and stable, and my health has been great. The only time the labs were out of whack and I became quite anemic in the last 4 yrs was Oct, Nov, and Dec. 2012; it was during my 7th, 8th and 9th months of pregnancy with my son. I slacked on my chlorella and other vits due to persistent nausea (morning sickness aint just for the first trimester), and had to get 5 UNITS or (5) 250ml bags of blood over a 2 month period. My hemoglobin got down to 6.7, when the normal for a woman is 12 (for a man its 15). It really helps your blood and bone marrow. Im sure just pregnancy itself had a hand in my anemia, but also my pre-existing condition did too.

I too take Acai (and Moringa Oleifera too). (Lita)

 

[ilong]

SlimPickinz - I searched the forum and you are right there is so much infor on oil pulling. I already have a bottle of Sesame Oil and after reading so many good things about OP - I pulled it our in preparation for OP tomorrow morning. I am way too tired to focus on OP tonight.

Jewell - you ladies aren't fair. . Here I am getting excited about Chlorella, then Lita mentions Acai. I finish researching Acai, then SlimPickinz mentions Oil Pulling. I research Oil Pulling and now you bring up Moringa Oleifera.

My-my-my what am I to do!!

 

[soonergirl]

Jewell I take Moringa too, great to hear!!

ilong I started with source naturals yaeyama powdered chlorella, I had good results a few years ago, and yes its disgusting. But so good for you!

 

[soonergirl]

Lovingmywaves12 I would bump with caution, take it slow, as your body needs time to completely detox. I know its exciting and we are anxious for the benefits but take it slow and monitor your bodily reactions, rash, cold, chills, etc..... and go from there..Wishing you the best!!! FYI there is a forum member that has an auto immune disease and they used chlorella with great success!!!

 

[Lita]

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YES it will! I have a blood disorder that causes chronic anemia, and ever since I started chlorella, my labs have been really good and stable, and my health has been great. The only time the labs were out of whack and I became quite anemic in the last 4 yrs was Oct, Nov, and Dec. 2012; it was during my 7th, 8th and 9th months of pregnancy with my son. I slacked on my chlorella and other vits due to persistent nausea (morning sickness aint just for the first trimester), and had to get 5 UNITS or (5) 250ml bags of blood over a 2 month period. My hemoglobin got down to 6.7, when the normal for a woman is 12 (for a man its 15). It really helps your blood and bone marrow. Im sure just pregnancy itself had a hand in my anemia, but also my pre-existing condition did too.

I too take Acai (and Moringa Oleifera too). (Lita)

Jewell I see a nice difference in my skin with Acai..I'm glad your during better,I know when I slack off with my vits & powders,I become sick..So I have to do my best & stick with it.I have thyroid/IBS issues and some days my stomach feels awful and thats the time i slack off for a while,so I understand about nausea...I just took my vits & 1000mg of MSM,later I'll drink my green/fruit powder...Everyone around me is sick,gotta keep things going.


Happy Hair Growing!

 

[Lita]

SlimPickinz - I searched the forum and you are right there is so much infor on oil pulling. I already have a bottle of Sesame Oil and after reading so many good things about OP - I pulled it our in preparation for OP tomorrow morning. I am way too tired to focus on OP tonight.

Jewell - you ladies aren't fair. . Here I am getting excited about Chlorella, then Lita mentions Acai. I finish researching Acai, then SlimPickinz mentions Oil Pulling. I research Oil Pulling and now you bring up Moringa Oleifera.

My-my-my what am I to do!!

ilong Hi! just take it slow,low dose with chlorella,then slowly add other things into your routine...This way,you can see what your body likes/doesn't like..

Happy Hair Growing!

 

[Channy31]

I'd quite like to take this but I'm worried about weight lose!
I'm only just a healthy weight and have only just reached it, normally I am under weight. If I take it will I become underweight again?

 

[ilong]

SlimPickinz and Lita
I posted my oil pulling experience in this thread :
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?p=17764853#post17764853
I will be an official "oil puller".
As a matter of fact with all that I have been reading on ayurvedic medicine and discipline - I am going to try and incorporate more of the practice in my daily living.

Lita - yes I am slowly increasing mtg chlorella/spirulina intake. I was bloated beyond belief this past weekend.

MixedGirl - you may want to research chlorella before you take it. Perhaps the dosage plays a large part in weight loss or not.
I am definitely look to lose the weight. Good luck.