spirulina ok during pregnancy? (2025)

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Posted 06-28-09

i just ate an odwalla granola bar from whole foods and noticed it had 500 mg spirulina in it.

will that harm the baby?

spirulina ok during pregnancy? (3)

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  • b

    Last edited 06-29-09

    no spirulina during pg

  • d

    Last edited 06-29-09

    I have read several articles about spirulina and pregnancy and they are conflicting as is Noni Juice. I would just stay away until something is proven one way or the other. I'm too scary to try it and my baby comes out with like 13 toes and an ear on his belly. hahahaha

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  • m

    Last edited 07-11-09

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking Spirulina during pregnancy. It is made from blue-green algae, which is one of the most healthy things on the planet to consume (besides hemp seeds, which are also safe). I would check with a naturopath for specific dosage, or just keep under two tablespoons a day, especially if you are taking a multivitamin as it also contains a small dose of vitamin A (though it is the non-toxic soluble beta-carotene kind, not the toxic kind found in animal products or synthesized in laboratories).

    I would much rather take spirulina than half of the pills doctors prescribe. Many raw foodists take Spirulina throughout pregnancy with no issues.

    As far as accidentally eating something once while you're pregnant, there's really no reason to worry about it affecting your baby. It's extremely rare that one incident will cause serious problems. If you have concerns, just don't eat it again.

    I'm extremely surprised anyone who claims to be a "crunchy mamma" would not be open to Spirulina.

  • Actually, this crunch mama would not take spirulina during pregnancy for the same reason I wouldn't overindulge in fish... there can be a high mercury content in anything that lives in water, including spirulina. Given that this was originally posted in 09, I'm sure it's no longer of concern to the original poster, but for anyone who may be searching currently...that's my two cents. I love spirulina in smoothies any other time, however!

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    Roxie84

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    Posted 07-10-12

    You only find high mercury content in crappy and cheap spirulina brands. I take one that is approved by Natural Health Canada (like FDA here), and it doesn't have any hazardous chemicals. I took it all throughout my pregnancy and my son is very happy and incredibly healthy. Not to mention, I continue taking them while BF.
    Also, I am pregnant again, and continue to take them.

    If you are going to take spirulina, make sure it's top notch. I spend $65 a month for my pills, because in the end, you get what you pay for.

  • k

    Posted 07-15-12

    @Roxie84: hi roxie, i personally thank u for sharing ur experience. i was eagrely searching for such reply to get rid of my confusion about spirulina taking during pregnancy.

    can u please send me address from where i cud find some best quality spirulina.

    i hope for ur positive reply dear.:-)

  • s

    Posted 09-25-12

    I was advised to take Hawaiian Spirulina and I found it in a health food shop at my local shopping centre. Since taking the dose recommended by the Naturopath that served me, I feel like I have a lot more energy.

    Hawaiian Spirulina was suggested to me by a friend who is also a Nautropath, to help with my cracked edges of my mouth, which is apparently caused by Vitamin B deficiency.

    http://www.hawaiianspirulina.com/Opens a new window

  • s

    Posted 09-25-12

    * the Naturopath suggested I take only One Third of the dose recommended on the label.

  • spirulina ok during pregnancy? (6)

    Posted 08-21-13

    My prenatal vitamins contain spirulina. "Rainbow Light" is the brand, 500 mg in a daily dose. Hiiighly doubt they'd put it in there if it was bad for you. Just gotta find the good stuff.

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