Herbal Remedies - Kelp, Hypothyroidism, etc.

February 6, 2004

I started taking it and I am not aching form the cold anymore,not tired and plenty of energy..any side effects I should be looking for?I feel good but its been so long since I have felt like this I wasnt sure if this is normal!Muchos Gracias Guys!!and Gals!!Tracy

February 7, 2004

Congrats! Here is some info I have on kelp... may answer some of your questions...

Kelp is also known by the names Bladderwrack and Seawrack. Kelp, commonly referred to as seaweed, grows along coastlines around the world. Botanically, this plant is classified as algae. It is a rich source of natural vitamins and minerals, including essential trace minerals. Kelp is dependent upon the sea for its nourishment - an excellent source since the sea is the repository of all the minerals that have been washed from the land through the millennia. This plant can grow as much as two feet per day, and the entire plant has been used medicinally. It's nickname, Bladderwrack, refers to the bladder like air pods (vesicles) that help keep this herb afloat

on the ocean. When cows consume Kelp, they produce more milk and are less likely to suffer from mastitis. Kelp also makes a wonderful garden fertilizer. The primary chemical constituents of Kelp include algin, carrageenan, iodine, potassium, bromine, mucopolysaccharides, mannitol, alginic acid, kainic acid, laminine, histamine, zeaxanthin, protein, and vitamins B-2 and C. Kelp is a nutritional source that is used to promote healthy glandular functions, focusing especially on the thyroid. Kelp is especially high in iodine, which must be present for proper glandular function. By regulating the thyroid, Kelp

helps stimulate and balance the metabolism. The large amounts of iodine found in Kelp are important in the treatment of an under-active thyroid. Consequently, Kelp may contribute to weight loss if the weight gain is directly related to thyroid disorders. Containing algin, a fiber that absorbs toxins and nutrients from the digestive system, Kelp helps improve digestion, stimulate kidney function, increase circulation, and purify the blood. Kelp has also been known to treat inflamed joints and tissues caused by arthritis & rheumatism. Furthermore, Kelp enhances the immune system and eliminates the negative effects that stress may have on the body. It can help absorb and remove drugs, chemicals, heavy metals, and radioactive strontium 90 from the body. It can also help to normalize overly low blood pressure. Known topical uses for this herb include its use as a compress or oil for arthritic joints, as a bath herb for cellulite & weight loss and as a lotion for its skin-softening qualities.

Suziunwaveringfaithy wrote:

I started taking it and I am not aching form the cold anymore,not tired and plenty of energy..any side effects I should be looking for?I feel good but its been so long since I have felt like this I wasnt sure if this is normal!Muchos Gracias Guys!!and Gals!!TracyFederal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The

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February 7, 2004

f you were hypothyroid however, you would not gain weight slowly, it

would start and like a runaway frieght train, keep coming. Everone i

have ever talked to with Hypothroid has said the same thing. example

is i am 5ft tall and weighed 115lbs, within 6 months i had gained 20

lbs, and 1 year later another 10, by the end of the second year i was

up to 155. Not sure how tall you are and how much you weighed before,

so those would be factors to consider.

When I had my first baby I knew something was wrong because while most people gain a few punds from pregnancy I gained 150.The doctor shrugged his shoulders and said I needed to eat less..so I did and exersised but I gained another 30 lbs.After MAJOR depression they checked my thyroid and said it was fine...another checked it and said "well its not low but its not exactly Normal either.."Im like what does that mean??They said we are going to wait and see....So I am stuck weighing over 300lbs why???Exersise and diet helps me not gain but geez.................I feel a whole lot better but my doc will probably have a cow if I told him..