tt8: I'm all over the kelp but how much do you guys suggest I take. Right now I am 640 mg(s) a night. What's the max I can take without having it having ill effects coming out my face and behind
BUMPING FOR ME AND EMJAZZY...HELP!!!
Okay ladies Here is what I found on the World Wide Web:
Not your average seaweed dish!
A review by IndiePrincess on Sea Kelp
January 20th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Value for Money Excellent
Side effects Medium
Effectiveness Good
Advantages: Natural remedy for a varity of ailments inc . weak hair & brittle nails
Disadvantages: 3 - a day dose may cause certain people to develop spots, taste of tablets
Recommend to potential buyers: yes
Full review
This review is based on my experiences of "Natures Aid Norwegian Sea Kelp."
Frustrated of thin hair that dwindled down to my shoulders and broke whenever I brushed it and flaky nails, I sought a natural product which would help me to grow healthy long locks. I was recommended sea kelp due to the fact it is rich in minerals and elements such as iodine which, amongst other things, promotes healthy hair growth.
Sea kelp also helps to regulate the production of thyroid hormones in the body, which in turn, regulates metobolic rate.
I chose this brand of tablets for two main reasons. Firstly they were cheaper than any others the health shop stocked (!) and secondly (perhaps more importantly) they recommended taking 3 tablets a day rather than one super strength one. This was particularly important for me as I like to adjust the dosage to my needs.
The tablets are packaged in a white plastic jar with a distinctive green and white label. The label on the jar suggests that the tablets are to be taken 3 times a day with food. The size of the jar is such that it is not really practical to carry around with you every day and so, this may not suit everyone - especially forgetful people!
Personally speaking, I began to notice results almost immediately, although the advisor at the health shop said that I would need to take the tablets for at least 4 - 8 weeks before there were any noticeable improvements.
Improvements that I noticed were; stronger, thicker and longer hair. My hair seemed to grow overnight! I also noticed significant weight loss (although I had been on Weight Watchers for 4 months prior, my weight had begun to stabalise until I began taking these, then I found the last awkward pounds really shifted!) Finally, my nail stopped flaking, although I must admit that they still are not as strong as a healthy nail should be.
I also suffered negative effects and I found that I could directly attribute these to taking 3 tablets a day. If I stuck to the recommended dosage, I would badly break out in spots. Some of my friends have also suffered this problem. Another 'side effect' (although I admit this is less of a problem as this is one of the main reasons I started to take Norwegian Sea Kelp) is that I need to book myself in for an eyebrow wax much more frequently these days. The regrowth rate is fantastic - meaning more waxes, meaning more expense!
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I now take 1 tablet a day and find that my skin can cope with this better - I have no more annoying breakouts! This is also financially better for me as my tablets last far longer! I would not hesitate to recommend this product to anyone who suffers similar problems to my own, however please be warned that this product is not generally recommended for those who are pregnant. There is a warning on the jar advising pregnant women to consult their doctors before taking the product.
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I hope this helps.
I would still like to know about our( LHCF) personal experiences.
erplexed I am wondering if I'm taking enough, my bottle says to take one per day (Kelp 125mg with 225mcg of iodine @ 150% daily value) but I feel like I should bump it up to 2 per day. Does anyone know if there is any danger in doing that? 
That would be 250mg of Kelp with 450mcg of iodine @ 300% daily value. 
I haven't noticed any difference in my hair. 
