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blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
serinokt
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Date: May 15, 2007 10:47PM I have been 100% raw for about 3 weeks. I have recently begun adding blue green algae and spirulina into my diet. I am only using a small amount and am experiencing bad headaches. I am very sensitive to stimulants. Does anyone alse expereince this or have any advice? Do I continue to use them, and the headaches will eventually go away or is a sign to stop?
Thanks! Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
Bryan
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Date: May 15, 2007 10:56PM It sounds like a sign to stop for me. I am very sensitive also, and if any food I eat gives me a headache, I don't eat it any more. You can get enough nutrients eating fruits and vegetables without having to eat algae or spirulina. Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
serinokt
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Date: May 15, 2007 11:01PM Thanks, I think your right. Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
serinokt
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Date: May 15, 2007 11:02PM Any thoughts on getting Omega-3's just eating fruits and veggies? Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
Bryan
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Date: May 15, 2007 11:38PM The issue with omega-3 is getting the right balance with omega-6. Most people eating the standard western diet are eating too many omega-6s. This is because a lot of the overt fats are high in omega-6, low in omega-3s. As a raw foodist, if you don't eat too many overt fats, fruits and vegetables are naturally balanced in their omega-6/omega-3 ratios. So there is no danger of omega-3 imbalance if you are eating fruits and vegetables without a lot of overt fats. Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
coconutcream
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Date: June 10, 2007 10:00AM I agree with Bryan  Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
Seren
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Date: June 10, 2007 09:57PM I would be cautious of the spirulina. When I was told about my b12 anemia I started taking it. When I started learning more about nutrition I came across alot of speculation about how spirulina can actualy make a lack of b12 (however extreme) worse. I was also cautioned by a R. Dietician. I wish I could find some info for you right now but am in a hurry. It may just be speculation but better safe than sorry.  Re: blue green algae and spirulina
Posted by:
zenpawn
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Date: June 10, 2007 10:12PM Queuing up for that info, Seren, when you get a chance. Thanks.-Erin Raw Done Light dogma-free RAW Gazpacho For The Soul Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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