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Is taking shark cartilage safe?
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Perhaps?: But I am not aware of any indication or benefit. With the worlds shark population down 90%, it wouldn't be high on my list of complementary or alternative therapies and only if i were sure it would be saving my life of markedly improving my daily life or comfort. Reconsider!
Answered 4/15/2018
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Probably Not: There is a health risk in ingesting shark fins. It is a predator fish with of high levels of bmaa (neurotoxin), arsenic & methylmercury. You ingest the toxins that were in the shark's body. Not good!
Answered 1/28/2013
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