Herbs and side effects?!
Question: A friend of mine that takes Alfalfa and Kelp and he told me that when he takes kelp he is fine - no side effects, but when he was taking alfalfa he got so dizzy. He even checked with a pharmacist. Has this happened to any one else that has taken Alfalfa
Answers: A friend of mine that takes Alfalfa and Kelp and he told me that when he takes kelp he is fine - no side effects, but when he was taking alfalfa he got so dizzy. He even checked with a pharmacist. Has this happened to any one else that has taken Alfalfa
Alfalfa can lower a person's blood sugar levels which could be what's making him dizzy.
Here is a list of possible side effects from alfalfa:
Side Effects and Warnings
Alfalfa appears to be well tolerated by most individuals, although rare serious adverse effects have been reported.
Mild gastrointestinal symptoms may occur, such as stomach discomfort, diarrhea, gas, or larger/more frequent stools. Dermatitis (skin inflammation/redness) has been reported, and may be due to alfalfa allergy.
Blood sugar levels may be reduced. Caution is advised in patients with diabetes or hypoglycemia, and in those taking drugs, herbs, or supplements that affect blood sugar. Serum glucose levels may need to be monitored by a healthcare provider, and medication adjustments may be necessary.
Lupus-like effects have been associated with alfalfa use, including antinuclear antibodies in the blood, muscle pains, fatigue, abnormal immune system function, and kidney abnormalities. Therefore, people with a history of lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus), or family history of lupus should avoid alfalfa supplements.
Other rarely reported adverse effects include abnormal blood cell counts (pancytopenia) and lowered potassium levels (hypokalemia). In theory, thyroid hormone levels may be increased, gout flares may be stimulated, and estrogen-like effects may occur.
Contamination of alfalfa products with potentially dangerous bacteria (including Escherichia coli 0157:H7 , Salmonella , and Listeria monocytogenes ) has been reported. One case report exists of seaweed and organic alfalfa associated with vomiting found to be caused by contamination of the capsules with high amounts of entospore forming and streptomyces-like bacteria. Copper, arsenic, and antimony has been found in alfalfa plants.
Many tinctures/liquid extracts contain high levels of alcohol, and should be avoided when driving or operating heavy machinery.
Kelp is a form of seaweed or sea grass, as for the Alfalfa, that is a winter wheat I believe, and no, I have not had a problem. Your friend may have an allergy to it. Only way to know is to be tested for it.
Hi there.
I have had this happen but it was the Kelp that was making me dizzy. Kelp is a natural form of Iodine. If he is getting
to much if it I believe, it produces these symptoms.
If it is the alfalfa, it may be a detox reaction. Alfalfa helps
nutralize toxins. ITs really good for you. If its a good source.
I would tell him to stop taking one for a while and make sure which is giving him the symptoms. When he finds this out... JUst tell him to
cut down on the amount and drink lots and lots of water
and watch his diet.
Much Love
alfalfa has a cleansing, detoxing effect. and then he was taking kelp -high in sodium (natural). taking too much probably sent him to the toilet with loose bowels.
two-two has spoken
I presume it is the alfalfa spouts he is eating. Dizziness is not uncommon when eating a lot of greens with no other food. If he wants to continue, you may suggest he try eating other food when he takes his "green sprouts"
Many people who take things like Alfalfa sprouts and kelp are looking for that extra something to give them a health edge. Have you tried Juice Plus, the whole food concentrate made from fruits and vegetables? My website www.juiceplusjohn.com will give you plenty of information about healthy eating.
herbs are the best meds. anyone can use but like any thing else you won't be able to use just any kind you have to know what you are allergic to.
Unfortunately some people (only a very small minority) are actually allergic to alfalfa, barley grass and wheat grass and perhaps even kelp.
Alfalfa, barley grass and wheat grass are best taken in between meals with plenty of water.