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Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Nightowlz — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 04:08:16 GMT

Plant Based DHA from algae. I saw this on his website.

Description

Andrew Lessman's ALGAL DHA 250 is the result of our long search for a non-GMO, sustainable, plant-based source of nature's most important Omega-3 fat – DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). Our DHA is not sourced from fish oil, but is instead isolated from algae, which is the same source that fish use to concentrate their own Omega-3s. Essentially, by using algae, we effectively “cut out the fishy middleman.” Our algae comes from one of the world's more unusual places – the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia Canada. This unique body of water experiences the world's greatest tidal differentials (50 feet daily) and it is this extreme environment that creates our unique strain of algae and its high concentration of DHA. Research has long shown that diets rich in Omega-3s, like DHA, are associated with superior heart, brain, eye, circulatory and general health; yet sadly, the American diet delivers alarmingly low levels of these precious fats. As essential as DHA is to life, it cannot be made by the body, and its only major sources are cold-water fish and fish oil supplements. By going directly to the source, our algae-based DHA is the most sustainable supply of the most important Omega-3 – DHA. Typical Omega-3 formulas focus on EPA and although essential, it is less costly and less beneficial than DHA. We have always focused on DHA, which is by far the predominant and most important fatty acid in the brain and eye. Although fish oil has long been praised for its myriad benefits, our ALGAL DHA 250 provides all the benefits of fish oil, but from a sustainable, plant-based source with NO mercury, NO contaminants, NO stomach upset and NO fishy aftertaste.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

phoenixbrd — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 10:26:16 GMT

Lessman uses gelatin capsules. I rarely take supplements, but this stops me from taking his. Vegans don't eat gelatin. This purchase would not be appropriate for vegans. I only purchase non gelatin capsules.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

World Traveler — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 04:28:12 GMT

@Nightowlz I'm watching it right now. Very exciting news! Interesting how he explains getting it directly from algae. I might try this if it doesn't sell out. Seems he has a low inventory since they just manufactured it a week ago.

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gabstoomuch — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 04:34:33 GMT

This is awesome. It is super hard to source any fish now (and Andrew only uses the best he can find) that do not have toxins in them. Try as best he can, the ocean is just so polluted.

This also fills the need for vegans. That also mentions that it will be less costly.

I would not take any vitamin that is not in capsule form. Hard rock pills are not digested to the fullest, nor as quickly.

As expensive as he can be sometimes, I won't take any other brand. His freshness is unparallelled, he research is solid, he always uses the highest quality of ingredients. I watch every show he has, even if I do not need anything at that point, because I LOVE the education. Watching him allows for me to fully understand why I am taking something, and what results I should expect. I trust him and his products 100%, which is hard to say about vitamins since they are not regulated.

He also has one of the BEST customer service people ever!

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Drythe — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 04:47:23 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
Lessman uses gelatin capsules. I rarely take supplements, but this would stop me from taking his.

@phoenixbrd

That and the fact that the Bay Fundy is in pretty delicate balance ecologically.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

willdob3 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 06:08:33 GMT

@Nightowlz

Thanks for posting this. I missed most of the presentation on this. I’ll have to catch one or watch a video.

I have a hard time believing that a plant source could equal an animal source so I’ll be interested to hear what A says.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Laura14 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 08:35:47 GMT

I would love to try this. I just found out fish oil doesn't really work for me and I was looking to switch after I finish my last bottle. I may try this instead.

Thank you for making me aware of this.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

JeanLouiseFinch — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:01:24 GMT

I have not watched a presentation, but based on reading the OP text alone, this doesn't impress me and it sounds somewhat deceptive to me. I'm all for a high level of DHA, but I think becasue of the way this text is written many users could be fooled into believing this would be all one needs and that EPA or ALA is inconsequential. That would be a mistake. The label "Omega-3" includes EPA, DHA, and ALA, though in the text the comparison it sounds like Omega-3 = DHA alone. EPA is very important to brain health, both cognitively and neurologically. ALA has a long list of benefits as well. This type of DHA may be a preferred option for vegans or vegetarians but it should be made very clear that they would need an EPA and ALA supplement to go along with it, to provide all the benefits of an Omega-3,

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

LTT1 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 15:11:22 GMT

@Nightowlz @Laura14 @willdob3 @Drythe

Exciting news ....I just heard!

AL will have a powdered Stevia sweetener coming out!

Wonder if he will replace the artificial sweetener in the powdered meal drink? YAY🎉

Paleo: just as long as we don’t overdo the protein.

I am not jazzed about the HSN sound quality...it echoes. 👂

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Laura14 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 15:47:56 GMT

@LTT1 I saw that. I'm curious but not sure why I wouldn't just keep buying stevia? I'm sure he'll educate me when it's available.

@JeanLouiseFinch there are certain people like me who do not absorb Omega 3s from fish oil across the brain barrier where it's most useful. We need a different source. I'm kind of curious to see what people think of this.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Nightowlz — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:51:56 GMT

@LTT1 wrote:
@Nightowlz @Laura14 @willdob3 @Drythe

Exciting news ....I just heard!
AL will have a powdered Stevia sweetener coming out!
Wonder if he will replace the artificial sweetener in the powdered meal drink? YAY🎉

Paleo: just as long as we don’t overdo the protein.

I am not jazzed about the HSN sound quality...it echoes. 👂

@LTT1

That would be nice so I could use it. I don't like the Acesulfame potassium in it. That stuff gives me a headache.

I have not seen any of his shows.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

LTT1 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 18:20:00 GMT

@Nightowlz

I will look up Stevia, but I think it is from a plant.

It must have been expensive because he used aspartame (or something like it) in his meal.

Reading the reviews, people were begging for him to switch to a different sweetener.

I am jazzed about it and can’t wait.

I will go look and get my facts straight. I can’t take the artificial sweeteners due to the fact that they give me migraine headaches.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Nightowlz — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 18:26:31 GMT

@LTT1 wrote:
@Nightowlz

I will look up Stevia, but I think it is from a plant.
It must have been expensive because he used aspartame (or something like it) in his meal.
Reading the reviews, people were begging for him to switch to a different sweetener.
I am jazzed about it and can’t wait.

I will go look and get my facts straight. I can’t take the artificial sweeteners due to the fact that they give me migraine headaches.

@LTT1

Last I checked the ingredients he was using Acesulfame potassium (AceK) & Sucralose aka Splenda.

Ingredients: Non-GMO Soy Protein Isolate, Fructose, Non-dairy Vegetarian Creamer (Trans Fat Free), Maltodextrin (soluble dietary fiber), Calcium Citrate. Contains 2 Percent or less of: Natural & Artificial Flavors, Magnesium Oxide, Calcium Ascorbate, Natural Beta-Carotene, Acesulfame Potassium (non-nutritive sweetener), Sucralose (non-nutritive sweetener), d-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Citrate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Cholecalciferol, Zinc Citrate, Folic Acid, Selenium-Methionine Complex, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Methylcobalamin (Proprietary Protective Methyl B12 Matrix), Thiamin Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Chromium Nicotinate, Biotin. Contains Soy.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

Laura14 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:01:51 GMT

That makes zero sense. Why would you add an artificial sweetner to a natural one?

I think I heard him say this afternoon he doesn't like the taste of stevia which is why he created this. I'm good with Stevia alone so I'll be passing on this.

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Laura14 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:07:09 GMT

And by the way, I also heard him say during his Algal presentation that he's not a fan of krill but does have the product for those of us who insist on it. That surprised me.

Genetically I have to insist on phospholipid form. I don't metabolize the fish oil correctly. Rare in the general population but we are here.

I'm curious about his plant based and I'll see if there are any studies about the effectiveness of it. Love to buy a cheaper version of Omega 3.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

VaBelle35 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:45:15 GMT

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

VaBelle35 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:55:25 GMT

He said it's an extract of Stevia and they are already running the test packets in the new machine.

They showed it on the tour this afternoon.

I'll be interested to try it. I don't like any artificial sweeteners. I either don't use it or use maple syrup.

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

LTT1 — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 22:55:35 GMT

@Nightowlz @VaBelle35 @Laura14

I need to watch and really listen to the Algal DHA 250. I’m interested!

Re: Andrew Lessman NEW Algal DHA 250

sueinsf — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:10:49 GMT

@VaBelle35 wrote:
He said it's an extract of Stevia and they are already running the test packets in the new machine.

They showed it on the tour this afternoon.

I'll be interested to try it. I don't like any artificial sweeteners. I either don't use it or use maple syrup.

I don't like the taste of stevia and most artificial sweeteners either -- I typically use honey but that's not usable in everything. I'm curious to see what he's working on...

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VaBelle35 — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 01:03:51 GMT

@sueinsf Yes I use honey as well. I also use date paste or date syrup.

Since I've been doing Paleo, I don't use sugar or salt and I don't miss either. I find that by giving up salt, the need for sweet went away.