Phytoplankton for healthcare

[robtorris]

Hi!
I'm new to this forum. I'm interested in how many of you ingest phytoplankton for personal wellness. I've had multiple sclerosis for 28 years and have a friend of mine who said she benefits greatly from drinking a commercial phytoplankton drink. I've tried this drink for several days and am now experiencing greater energy and clearer thinking.

This stuff is pretty expensive so I've been considering growing it myself. I'm just not sure how safe ingest the homegrown phyto may be. Actually I mean other organisms which may grow and possibly be harmful.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!;;

Thanks in Advance!

Rob orris

[Ninong]

I have never heard of that before. I have heard that some people consider Spirulina a healthy diet additive. Spirulina is a genus of cyanobacteria.

[Ninong]

This stuff is pretty expensive so I've been considering growing it myself. I'm just not sure how safe ingest the homegrown phyto may be.

What's in it? How many different species? You will have to grow each species separately. That could be a problem. How concentrated is it? What's the cell count?

What does the manufacturer list as "ingredients?"

[robtorris]

Thanks for your response. The name of this stuff is "Frequensea" (that's NOT a typo.) Here's the list of ingredients I got from there website:


Vitamins:
A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, D, E, K.
Minerals in naturally occurring trace amounts:
(Just 55 of the 72 listed here)
Antimony, Barium, Beryllium, Bismuth, Bromide, Calcium, Carbonate, Cerium, Cesium, Chromium, Cobalt, Copper, Dysprosium, Erbium, Europium, Gadolinium, Gallium, Gold, Hafnium, Holmium, Iodine, Iron, Lanthanum, Lutetium, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Neodymium, Nickel, Niobium, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Praseodymium, Rhenium, Rubidium,Samarium, Scandium, Selenium, Silicon, Silver, Strontium, Tantalum, Tellurium, Terbium, Thallium, Thorium, Thulium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Uranium, Vanadium, Ytterbium, Yttrium, Zinc, Zirconium, plus the other elements found naturally in sea water.
Enzymes:
Amylase, Protease, Cellulase, Lipase.
Essential Fatty Acids:
Omega 3, Omega 6. (The body will produce Omega 9 when 3 & 6 are recieved in the proper natural ratio)
Co-Enzymes:
Co-Q6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
Amino Acids:
Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Theonine, Valine, Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Crysteine, Glutamine, Glycine, Histidine, Glutathione.
Phytonutrients:
Bioflavonoids, Quercetin, Proanthocyanidins.
Antioxidants:
Vitamins A, B5, C, E, Astaxanthin, Glutathione, Manganese, Selenium, Zinc, Molybdenum, Cysteine, Co-enzyme Q-10.


See the many elements and Nutritional Properties of Phytoplankton by itself.


FrequenSea Supplement Facts
Serving Size:1/2 oz.
Servings per Container: 32
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Amount per Serving % DV
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Calories 5 <0.5%
Total Carbohydrate 1.25gm 0.5%
Sugars (natural fruit juices) 1.25gm
Magnesium 8mg 4%
Selenium 5mcg 7%
Chloride 47.52mg 0.7%
Boron 40mcg *
Aloe Vera Juice 1250mg *
Marine Phytoplankton 37.5mg *
Cranberry Concentrate 650mg *
White Grape Concentrate 250mg *
Noni Juice 540mg *
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*Daily Value (DV) not established.
**Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2000 calorie diet.


Serving Sizes
The recommended daily serving size is generally anywhere from a 1/2 ounce to 2 ounces a day, but it's only food so it's not like a person is going to overdose. A 1/2 ounce is more of an upkeep serving for those who are already quite healthy. For those with more serious health conditions, you're probably looking at 2 ounces daily, or even 3-4.
I'm glad you responded. I try to be careful with my health! --Rob

[Ninong]

Instead of "ingredients," they listed their guaranteed analysis. I was wondering exactly which species of phytoplankton were included in their magic potion. There would be no way for you to "grow your own" if you had no idea what they included.

[Ninong]

This is all they're willing to tell you on their website:

What are the main ingredients in FrequenSea?

This proprietary blend of marine phytoplankton, organic frankincense, ionic sea minerals, sea vegetables, kelp, astaxanthin sea algae, sea and purified rain water, nutmeg, bladderwrack, spirulina, Irish moss, rosemary anti-oxidant, aloe vera, ginger, orange, citric acid, morinda citrifolia (noni) & mangosteen carried naturally in cranberry and blueberry concentrates with a twist of Mexican sweet lime, provides the best from land & sea.

[robtorris]

[QUOTE=Ninong;227342]This is all they're willing to tell you on their website:

What are the main ingredients in FrequenSea?

This proprietary blend of marine phytoplankton, organic frankincense, ionic sea minerals, sea vegetables, kelp, astaxanthin sea algae, sea and purified rain water, nutmeg, bladderwrack, spirulina, Irish moss, rosemary anti-oxidant, aloe vera, ginger, orange, citric acid, morinda citrifolia (noni) & mangosteen carried naturally in cranberry and blueberry concentrates with a twist of Mexican sweet lime, provides the best from land & sea.

Dear Ninong,
I'll email them and also talk to one of their distributors. The young lady who saw dramatic results had used Frequensea in the hopes of staying out of a nursing home. Her father is a distributor of Frequensea and was hoping and praying this may work for her. PTL she's doing well enough to remain at home with her husband and son.

I'll get back to you in a few days after contacting them!

Take care and God Bless!

Rob Orris

[robtorris]

Unfortunately, I could obtain nor further info from those i contacted. I researched all the components making up Frequensea finding that irish moss has benefits of: (SEA MOSS) Irish Moss contains so many vital nutrients, it has powerful effects to aid in recovering from illness. Irish Moss also helps in recovery of inflamed tissue disorders, also lung and kidney problems because of it's mucilage content. Because of its iodine content, it helps in glandular problems. Irish Moss aids in healing mucous membranes. (I've got way more info than I thought necessary to put here in this posting!).

I spoke with my family doctor who also stated phytoplankton is, indeed, a very healthy to ingest (relating to me his sister is a dietician).

I've learned years ago it's wise to listen to healthcare provders but ultimately we are responsible for our own healthcare. I used to be a computer programmer and math teacher but after having to go on disability I still try to do all I can by volunteering as a minister at nursing homes and other events for challenged individuals. I've learned I am a fighter in respect to living as healthy a life as I can.

I still hope you may be able to lead me to what I need to grow phytoplankton. I'm unsure of which further steps to take from here.
Take Care and God Bless!,

Rob

[Ninong]

You might want to check out Reed Mariculture; however, I can't say I have ever heard of anyone drinking their homemade phytoplankton before. I seriously doubt that it would taste good.