E3 Live

[Styls32]

Has anyone heard of used this blue green algae?

I've bought two containers....I love it. I take it in a shot glass each day. It's very energizing and detoxifying...I'm in a bit of a detox these past few days, headaches, blemishes, and really tired and unmotivated. It's weird because I am all these things, but I feel a tiny clear energy vibration in my body. Weird huh?

Anyhow I'd like to hear others use of the product....it's a bit expensive. Do you think it's worth it?

[exurb]

I stay away from them.


Possible Toxicity
On May 5, 1999, the Canadian Health Protection Branch warned that products containing blue-green algae may contain toxins harmful to the liver and some species of blue-green algae naturally produce toxins known as microcystins. To determine the extent of this problem, Health Canada, through the Office of Natural Health Products, Therapeutic Products Program, and the Food Directorate of the Health Protection Branch, surveyed products to determine how many are on the market, in what forms they are, and the levels of microcystins they contain. On September 27, 1999, the survey results were announced in a news release:

Results of Health Canada's market survey testing of blue-green algal products show that no microcystins were detected in products made from only one type of blue-green algae, Spirulina blue-green algae, which is generally harvested from controlled ponds.

However, testing indicates that for many non-Spirulina blue-green algal products, harvested from natural lakes, consumption according to manufacturers directions results in a daily intake of microcystins above that considered acceptable by Health Canada and the World Health Organization. Microcystins are toxins which accumulate in the liver and can cause liver damage. They are naturally produced by some kinds of blue-green algae. Blue-green algal products are sold in tablet, capsule, or powder forms as food supplements, often as a natural source of minerals.

Health Canada began its broad sampling of blue-green algal products available on the Canadian market in May 1999, after several blue-green algal products were found to contain unacceptable levels of microcystins. Analytical testing was then performed to measure the levels of microcystins in the blue-green algal products, and the level of risk to Canadian consumers was determined. Based on the results, products made only from Spirulina blue-green algae are no longer considered a microcystin-related health risk.

For non-Spirulina blue-green algal products, follow-up will be done on a case by case basis. Health Canada's Food Directorate has communicated the test results and their health significance to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and has indicated that products on the Canadian market, when consumed according to manufacturers directions, should not exceed the daily intake of microcystins considered acceptable by the World Health Organization and Health Canada. Subsequent compliance measures are the responsibility of the CFIA.

Health Canada recommends that children not be given products containing the non-Spirulina blue-green algae until measures to address any risk have been implemented. Because of their lower body weight, children are at greater risk of developing serious illness from blue-green algal products containing elevated levels of microcystins, especially if these products are ingested for an extended period of time.

Despite recent reports that blue-green algal products can be used as a treatment for Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Health Canada has not received any evidence to support such claims, and has not authorized the marketing of any blue-green algal products for any therapeutic purpose. In Canada, the blue-green algal products examined to date are sold as foods, and Health Canada does not allow therapeutic claims for substances sold as foods.

Adult consumers who choose to use products containing non-Spirulina blue-green algae should do so for short periods of time only. Adverse symptoms from long-term use of these products (weeks to months) may not be obvious but could range from a feeling of general malaise or gastrointestinal discomfort, to jaundice. Concerned consumers should contact their health care professionals for advice [4].

In May 2000, the Oregon Department of Health released data from a survey which found that 63 out of 87 samples contained microcystin levels above its regulatory limit of 1 microgram/gram. The published abstract states:

The presence of blue-green algae (BGA) toxins in surface waters used for drinking water sources and recreation is receiving increasing attention around the world as a public health concern. . . . BGA products are commonly consumed in the United States, Canada, and Europe for their putative beneficial effects, including increased energy and elevated mood. Many of these products contain Aphanizomenon flos-aquae, a BGA that is harvested from Upper Klamath Lake (UKL) in southern Oregon, where the growth of a toxic BGA, Microcystis aeruginosa, is a regular occurrence. M. aeruginosa produces compounds called microcystins, which are potent hepatotoxins and probable tumor promoters. Because M. aeruginosa coexists with A. flos-aquae, it can be collected inadvertently during the harvesting process, resulting in microcystin contamination of BGA products. In fall 1996, the Oregon Health Division learned that UKL was experiencing an extensive M. aeruginosa bloom, and an advisory was issued recommending against water contact. The advisory prompted calls from consumers of BGA products, who expressed concern about possible contamination of these products with microcystins. In response, the Oregon Health Division and the Oregon Department of Agriculture established a regulatory limit of 1 µg/g for microcystins in BGA-containing products and tested BGA products for the presence of microcystins. Microcystins were detected in 85 of 87 samples tested, with 63 samples (72%) containing concentrations > 1 µg/g. HPLC and ELISA tentatively identified microcystin-LR, the most toxic microcystin variant, as the predominant congener [5].
The Bottom Line
Algae products contain no nutrients that are not readily available from food or ordinary dietary supplements that cost much less. Studies performed in countries where malnutrition is common have shown that administering spirulina (as food or tablets) can correct deficiencies of the few nutrients that spirulina contains. However, the commercially marketed algae products have no proven value for treating obesity or other human health problem, and some may contain potent toxins.

[Veganforlife]

Not defending this company, but I did go to their website and this is what they claim:

http://www.e3live.com/afa_myths.htm

[virginia]

I love the super blue green algae from simplexity and am a distributor. I have been raw since the 70's and have been eating algae as a superfood and important component of my diet since shortly after going raw. I can't say for the E3 live, have never used it, but I do love the aphanezomenon flos aquae from klamath lake I get from simplexity and they test their batches continuously to be sure there are no microcystins or other toxins present. It is great, cleansing and nourishing, and excellent source of light protein, all the pigments, vitamins, trace minerals, omega fatty acids...enhances a raw food diet. The company also has enzymes, probiotics, etc. Virginia

[Eilene]

I just bought some Blue Green Algae from this site. I hear as long as it is freeze dried it is ok. I can't wait to get it!
http://www.klamathbluegreen.com/

[GHOST27M]

I will always side with nature

I dont use the stuff my self. I do believe these are just people getting paid to write stuff to get us back on the SAD track.

I will Never trust any corperations or government; you just can't

There is no money in the cure !

We are RAW if we eat something bad our bodies will fix us

[Veganforlife]

I will always side with nature

I dont use the stuff my self. I do believe these are just people getting paid to write stuff to get us back on the SAD track.

I will Never trust any corperations or government; you just can't

There is no money in the cure !

We are RAW if we eat something bad our bodies will fix us

Oh, I couldn't agree more.This is the kind of blue/green algae I use:

http://www.nutrex-hawaii.com/spirulina.html

[Eilene]

I use that also Vegaforlife...but I thought Spirulina is different than Blue Green Algae.

[virginia]

Spirulina is one kind of blue green algae, there are many. Decades ago I used spirulina when it was still harvested wild from natural lakes. It is now difficult to find a natural source, spirulina is grown in controlled environments, usually cement tanks, and fed 'nutrients'. The superbluegreen algae from simplexity is harvested wild from klamath lake, in the mountains in oregon. Virginia Sustarsic

[StarFire]

Aloha! I used E3Live for about 6 months and looved it. I was introduced by a friend who I witnessed change before my eyes. When I confronted her about what she was doing - she gave me a small bottle to try for my self. My skin began to glow - My complextion was soft and dewy - I felt energized, healthy, balanced for the first time in many years. the only reason I stopped using it was the cost was just too high for me. I was very sad when I had to stop using the product.

I did notice though that my friend continued to use it and after about 1 year - she began to change again, she became 'sallow, and unhealthy looking - her skin lost it's luster... and she began to feel tired. I really don't know if was related to the E3Live or not though...