Comments on: Are You Eating Your Algae? http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/ Food is Medicine Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:26:42 -0700 hourly 1 By: Don’t Be A Hungry Vegan » Vegan Campus - vegan recipes, articles, and news http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-4955 Don’t Be A Hungry Vegan » Vegan Campus - vegan recipes, articles, and news Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:48:12 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-4955 [...] with these nutrients are great to add as well. Micro algae such as spirulina and chlorella are great protein sources and full of vitamins and minerals. Flax seed oil is a source of essential [...] [...] with these nutrients are great to add as well. Micro algae such as spirulina and chlorella are great protein sources and full of vitamins and minerals. Flax seed oil is a source of essential [...]

]]> By: STOP Arthritis Pain and Inflammation by Lowering Arachidonic Acid Levels » Vegan Campus - vegan recipes, articles, and news http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-4927 STOP Arthritis Pain and Inflammation by Lowering Arachidonic Acid Levels » Vegan Campus - vegan recipes, articles, and news Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:09:31 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-4927 [...] foods in the diet, such as green leafy vegetables, cereal grasses (wheat and barley), micro-algae (spirulina and chlorella), and green drinks (including liquid chlorophyll itself), are all ways to correct the damage [...] [...] foods in the diet, such as green leafy vegetables, cereal grasses (wheat and barley), micro-algae (spirulina and chlorella), and green drinks (including liquid chlorophyll itself), are all ways to correct the damage [...]

]]> By: Allergies Bothering You? Natural Antihistamines! | Skrewtips http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-3338 Allergies Bothering You? Natural Antihistamines! | Skrewtips Fri, 29 May 2009 20:57:46 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-3338 [...] A type of blue-green algae that’s a popular supplement in whole fruit and vegetable smoothies, spirulina may also have antihistamine properties in that it blocks the release of histamines altogether. It [...] [...] A type of blue-green algae that’s a popular supplement in whole fruit and vegetable smoothies, spirulina may also have antihistamine properties in that it blocks the release of histamines altogether. It [...]

]]> By: Caregiver’s Guide to the Raw Vegan Child « green solutions for diet, business and spirit http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-2127 Caregiver’s Guide to the Raw Vegan Child « green solutions for diet, business and spirit Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:07:09 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-2127 [...] He gets algae for focus; phytoplankton for EFAs and minerals; tons of greens for calcium and magnesium; and quinoa, hemp, almonds, spirulina, chia seeds avocados and coconuts for healthy fats and proteins. He eats sea veggies for their high mineral content, coconut oil for brain loving fat and so many fermented dips and drinks to help keep him clean and build an inner eco system that continues to heal. [...] [...] He gets algae for focus; phytoplankton for EFAs and minerals; tons of greens for calcium and magnesium; and quinoa, hemp, almonds, spirulina, chia seeds avocados and coconuts for healthy fats and proteins. He eats sea veggies for their high mineral content, coconut oil for brain loving fat and so many fermented dips and drinks to help keep him clean and build an inner eco system that continues to heal. [...]

]]> By: Review: WildBar Raw Cacao Bar | Skrewtips http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-1953 Review: WildBar Raw Cacao Bar | Skrewtips Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:49:44 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-1953 [...] to say that WildBar is just as good, possibly better. What I like about WildBar is that they put Blue Green Algae in their bars, which is a big plus for me since it allows me to get in some extra chlorophyll and [...] [...] to say that WildBar is just as good, possibly better. What I like about WildBar is that they put Blue Green Algae in their bars, which is a big plus for me since it allows me to get in some extra chlorophyll and [...]

]]> By: Gina Laverde http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-1930 Gina Laverde Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:09:54 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-1930 Hi Joseph, I often buy spirulina that claims it has been tested free of heavy metals. Yes this is definitely a concern. for me, though, I trusted what experts said and then experimented. My health is really greatly improved. And so has my son's. If my son goes a few days without spirulina, he is much less focussed. I have more recently decided to use e3 Live brand raw frozen algea blends. (especially Brain On) this company is very helpful. You can call them and they explain testing etc. Its interesting to me that algea helps with chelation of mercury from our systems. Obviously plants digest minerals and we digest plants. with every green we ingest metals. I have found a good balance that keeps us feeling well and keeps improving my son's illness. Do your research. Ask people. Take spirulina or algea in raw organic form and note the results. My husband has almost no noticeable affect from non raw spirulina. If it is working, after a short while you should have increased energy (but not a "high" feeling, increased clarity, improved digestion (especially if consuming raw algae) Again, it is very detoxing, so please start with small ammounts to avoid autotoxification. Be Well, Gina Hi Joseph,
I often buy spirulina that claims it has been tested free of heavy metals. Yes this is definitely a concern. for me, though, I trusted what experts said and then experimented. My health is really greatly improved. And so has my son’s. If my son goes a few days without spirulina, he is much less focussed.

I have more recently decided to use e3 Live brand raw frozen algea blends. (especially Brain On) this company is very helpful. You can call them and they explain testing etc.

Its interesting to me that algea helps with chelation of mercury from our systems. Obviously plants digest minerals and we digest plants. with every green we ingest metals. I have found a good balance that keeps us feeling well and keeps improving my son’s illness.

Do your research. Ask people. Take spirulina or algea in raw organic form and note the results. My husband has almost no noticeable affect from non raw spirulina.
If it is working, after a short while you should have increased energy (but not a “high” feeling, increased clarity, improved digestion (especially if consuming raw algae)

Again, it is very detoxing, so please start with small ammounts to avoid autotoxification.

Be Well,

Gina

]]> By: joseph wong http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-1928 joseph wong Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:23:03 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-1928 would you recommend spirulina since it comes from the sea where lots of heavy metals are dumped possibly also nuclear wastes. Have it been tested properly and chemically. would you recommend spirulina since it comes from the sea where lots of heavy metals are dumped possibly also nuclear wastes.
Have it been tested properly and chemically.

]]> By: Gina Laverde http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-1910 Gina Laverde Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:00:59 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-1910 Hi Gaurav, yes there are side effects to spirulina, chlorella as well as cilantro and garlic. They are all very detoxing. In my experience with autism -- the child is full of many toxins.The more pure and green they eat -- the more toxins die off and want to escape. My best advice is to go slowly and watch his reactions. Too much die off could cause the toxins to go right back into the body. So, if he gets constipated or really agitated, stimmy this may be a sign that u are going too fast. My son is on a diet (and so am I) that is designed to repair the digestive tract and improve detox functions. We are doing VERY well. He is almost fully recovered! I suggest also looking into probiotic foods like coconut kefir, cultured veggies and or strong probiotic supplements to help balance his gut bacteria and allow for proper detox and assimilation of those wonderful supplements you are giving him. I coach recovering families on diet for autism and other natural therapies. Its a great complement to the work you do with your DAN. Please let me know if there is anything else you need. here is my personnl website: www.healartfully.com email: gina@healartfully.com All the best, Gina Hi Gaurav,

yes there are side effects to spirulina, chlorella as well as cilantro and garlic. They are all very detoxing. In my experience with autism — the child is full of many toxins.The more pure and green they eat — the more toxins die off and want to escape. My best advice is to go slowly and watch his reactions. Too much die off could cause the toxins to go right back into the body. So, if he gets constipated or really agitated, stimmy this may be a sign that u are going too fast.

My son is on a diet (and so am I) that is designed to repair the digestive tract and improve detox functions. We are doing VERY well. He is almost fully recovered! I suggest also looking into probiotic foods like coconut kefir, cultured veggies and or strong probiotic supplements to help balance his gut bacteria and allow for proper detox and assimilation of those wonderful supplements you are giving him.

I coach recovering families on diet for autism and other natural therapies. Its a great complement to the work you do with your DAN.

Please let me know if there is anything else you need.

here is my personnl website:
http://www.healartfully.com
email: gina@healartfully.com

All the best,
Gina

]]> By: gaurav http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-1890 gaurav Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:22:03 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-1890 Gina, my 3 and 1/2 year old son is autistic, we are trying to treat him as per DAN Protocol. Right now we give him vit C, Vit B6+Mg, Multivitamin,GFCF Diet. We have also started giving him cilantro and garlic. I wish to know if I should add either Chlorella/spirulina to list of supplements. Are there any side effects ? Your help would be highly appreciated Gina,
my 3 and 1/2 year old son is autistic, we are trying to treat him as per DAN Protocol. Right now we give him vit C, Vit B6+Mg, Multivitamin,GFCF Diet. We have also started giving him cilantro and garlic. I wish to know if I should add either Chlorella/spirulina to list of supplements. Are there any side effects ?
Your help would be highly appreciated

]]> By: David Askaripour http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-152 David Askaripour Mon, 17 Sep 2007 14:33:56 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-152 Gina, I just read this "Researchers have suggested that supposed B12 supplements such as spirulina may in fact increase the risk of B12 deficiency disease, as the B12 analogues can compete with B12 and inhibit metabolism." Have any thoughts? As a mostly raw vegan, I'm constantly studying vitamin B12 and trying to better understand where it can be obtained. I know that I get it via fortified soy milk -- but now that I think of it, the soy milk must not be vegan. hehe... oh man... Gina, I just read this “Researchers have suggested that supposed B12 supplements such as spirulina may in fact increase the risk of B12 deficiency disease, as the B12 analogues can compete with B12 and inhibit metabolism.” Have any thoughts? As a mostly raw vegan, I’m constantly studying vitamin B12 and trying to better understand where it can be obtained. I know that I get it via fortified soy milk — but now that I think of it, the soy milk must not be vegan. hehe… oh man…

]]> By: Diet Hacker – Slicing up the Super Food Debate http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-13 Diet Hacker – Slicing up the Super Food Debate Tue, 21 Aug 2007 05:04:08 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-13 [...] my Super Food list is the algae family, including blue-green algae spirulina and chlorella. Earning my super seal of approval means it [...] [...] my Super Food list is the algae family, including blue-green algae spirulina and chlorella. Earning my super seal of approval means it [...]

]]> By: Gina Laverde http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-12 Gina Laverde Sat, 18 Aug 2007 14:58:22 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-12 Spirulina also works to take away cravings for sweets. Since starting it 6 months ago, I have more energy than I've had since high school. I also drink the green kombucha tea, which contains spirulina. My kid loves that stuff. Spirulina also works to take away cravings for sweets. Since starting it 6 months ago, I have more energy than I’ve had since high school. I also drink the green kombucha tea, which contains spirulina. My kid loves that stuff.

]]> By: David Askaripour http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/comment-page-1/#comment-11 David Askaripour Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:22:20 +0000 http://www.skrewtips.com/2007/08/16/are-you-eating-your-algae/#comment-11 Spirulina rocks! I've been taking it for years. It really cleanses the body and even helps to build red blood cells! The powered form is pretty bad tasting. Some people like to mix it in smoothies or drink with apple juice to mask the taste. I actually take the crystal form which has virtually no taste at all. Thanks, Gina. This reminds me that I need to start drinking my greens again, it's been a while :) Spirulina rocks! I’ve been taking it for years. It really cleanses the body and even helps to build red blood cells! The powered form is pretty bad tasting. Some people like to mix it in smoothies or drink with apple juice to mask the taste. I actually take the crystal form which has virtually no taste at all. Thanks, Gina. This reminds me that I need to start drinking my greens again, it’s been a while :)

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