Spirulina, Chlorella, Coconut oil, Cacao, Maca Root, Goji berries and Bee Pollen. Superfoods?

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Djproulx wrote: »

Darton2010 wrote: »

Hey everyone,

Let me know if any of this stuff is great or over rated. Have you had luck with any of it?

How do you incorporate it into your diet?

Just figured I would ask before I waste my money on over rated products. Thanks

John

Spirulina, Chlorella, Coconut oil, Cacao, Maca Root, Goji berries, Bee Pollen, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with "Mother"

I hesitate to respond to this post, since I'm sure there are many people much smarter than me who will jump in to disagree.

With that said, I typically take the following daily: Cod Liver Oil for Omega 3 to aid heart/brain health, and Spirulina /Chorella for chlorophyll to help maintain cell membranes (if memory serves me, I think chlorophyll helps cells maintain elasticity as we age).

In answer to your question: Do I feel a big difference from these? No. Do I think they are providing some health benefit? Yes, or I wouldn't buy them.

I also include coconut oil and/or cacao occasionally, (cause I enjoy eating both) but I really rely on Epsom Salt baths to provide me with magnesium. I definitely feel relief in my leg muscles after a 15-20 minute Epsom Salt soak. I typically do this after my long runs on weekends.

Summary: My goal is to try to eat a high quality diet that and provides lots of energy, so I can continue to be very active as I age. (I'm 59). I don't believe the items I mentioned will provide any SUPERFOOD benefit to me in losing fat or gaining muscle. That is not my intent in taking them. I do believe that they can be helpful as part of my long term effort to eat a diet that provides me with the best health possible as I age.

An Omega 3 supplement akin to cod liver oil is something I've been considering. I've got some Kirkland Wild Salmon Oil that I want to try again. I keep thinking that I'll find ways to eat more fish but it just doesn't happen. The first time I had the Kirkland pills they didn't agree with me. I know that Lyle McDonald suggests taking fish oil, perhaps they are the source of all the gym crop dusting tales.

Spirulina caught my eye at one point but I thought I was covered with all the greens that I eat. I'm going to look at this again and perhaps buy some for those low vegetable days that happen on occasion.

KimiAR

Spirulina (spelling?) I have used for a few years now. My sister says it helps her to think more clearly? I've used it mostly as another greens supplement. I think it helps me with cravings of any sort. A probiotic does as well though.
I pretty much only use coconut oil topically (but for Everything!)
Chlorella I dropped. The spirulina was effective enough in my case without having to piggy back the two.
Bee pollen I have heard of for allergies and didn't notice much difference using it as a supplement at all. Ended up throwing it out. In retrospect should have given it to my son for his allergies- but then it wasn't local.
The apple cider vinegar I liked as a hot tea- hot water, lemon juice, cider and some honey. It made my skin look good it so does just the lemon juice in water- so I do that instead. Look up detox tea if you like.
Green tea is a good one but you have to get a decent grade tea or capsules.
I got cacao to try and ended up putting it in my protein shakes- all I can figure is a caffeine buzz some may get off of it? But I wasn't on it long enough to give a decent review.
I like puttering around w this stuff and seeing if it works. I also have neurally mediated vascular issues, so some of these were recommended by others who had the same issues. Some of the supplements do well and some don't. Part of it is your personal body and your diet will affect how you respond to different things.
Enjoy. Have fun. Don't spend to much!!

WalkingDeadFrank

sijomial wrote: »

examine.com is a really good resource to check out supplements. It's knowledge and research based - not based on trying to separate the naïve from their hard earned money.

No I don't take any of those listed.
My (unsolicited) advice would be to concentrate on an overall healthy diet and not rely on hyped miracle supplements.

Well said...too many people are looking for "miracles" in a bottle when an overall healthy diet can do just fine for you.

Save your money on these "hyped" supplements and buy better organic foods.

Frank

dewd2

"Organic"..... Speaking of hype.....

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Djproulx

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An Omega 3 supplement akin to cod liver oil is something I've been considering. I've got some Kirkland Wild Salmon Oil that I want to try again. I keep thinking that I'll find ways to eat more fish but it just doesn't happen. The first time I had the Kirkland pills they didn't agree with me. I know that Lyle McDonald suggests taking fish oil, perhaps they are the source of all the gym crop dusting tales.

Spirulina caught my eye at one point but I thought I was covered with all the greens that I eat. I'm going to look at this again and perhaps buy some for those low vegetable days that happen on occasion.[/quote]

I have found that Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil is very palatable. It comes with a choice of Lemon, Orange and Raspberry flavoring. The Lemon is my favorite. Reminds me of the taste of salmon w/Lemon. I actually enjoy the taste.

As far as Spirulina, I've tried both capsules and the powder. Currently I've been mixing the powder with low sodium veg juice or drinking it straight with water. When taken straight, it takes just as you'd guess: Like dark green algae, lol. Of course it goes very well in smoothies or mixed into other foods.

capaul42

Coconut oil is a really good moisturizer. I use it right out of the shower and my skin feels great. Other than that, hype.