Question 1

is it okay to take spirulina?

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Unclear: Rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that may help protect cells from damage. It contains b complex vitamins, beta-carotene, vitamin e, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, and gamma linolenic acid. Can be contaminated with toxic substances called microcystins and absorb heavy metals from water source. Yet, no studies definitively proving health benefits so best to avoid.

Question 2

how good for you is spirulina?

Accepted Answer

Spirulina: Spirulina, or blue-green algae, has not been shiwn to be effective for a wide range of ailments, and if contaminated, could be harmful. See http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/ medlineplus/druginfo/natural/923.Html for details.

Question 3

should i really be taking spirulina if i have endometriosis?

Accepted Answer

No: There is little evidence that it benefits endometriosis.

Question 4

is spirulina supplement good?

Accepted Answer

Not especially: Spirulina is blue-green algae found in salt water and some fresh water lakes.  It is a source of protein, B-vitamins and iron.  Some have promoted it as a weight loss or fatigue treatment but there isn't much scientific evidence to support great effectiveness for blue-green algae supplements.  It is no better than meat, fish or milk as a source of protein, but is much more expensive per gram.

Question 5

can someone with renal failure have spirulina?

Accepted Answer

May be helpful but..: Little research has been done on this. Studies on rats suggest that spirulina protects kidneys from various toxins such as mercury & the drug cisplatin. On the other hand, there is evidence that spirulina can sometimes worsen autoimmune disease, so one should be cautious if the cause is autoimmune. There are other useful supplements for renal failure including cordyceps and coq10. See comments:.

Question 6

could spirulina cause temporary/permanent weight gain?

Accepted Answer

No: It&#x27;s nothing but aquatic bacteria that contain chlorophyll. Like everything else, they contain some biomolecules but the stuff itself won&#x27;t do anything. It&#x27;s been around for decades without any real research. If you&#x27;re interested in the fascinating but bewildering world of botanicals and supplements, get with an evidence-based holist who can be your guide.

Question 7

suffering hypothyroid how much spirulina should i take?

Accepted Answer

None: Spirulina is a dietary supplement that has no legitimate studies showing that it is of value in people with thyroid disease.

Question 8

is spirulina negatively interacting with warfarin? thank you

Accepted Answer

Yes: Spirulina has high vitamin k content, which will increase your INR while on warfarin. You can still take it as a supplement, but the important thing is to be consistent - keep doing what you've been doing and you'll be fine.

Question 9

could it be also true that spirulina will affect your sleeping?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It has been reported to rarely cause insomnia.

Question 10

is it ok to take both spirulina and fiber capsule at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: Yes you can if you want to, there is no reason why you can not.

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