Am I crazy to worry about the effects of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster on this product? From where exactly is it sourced?
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I wondered about that too when I first saw it, then I bought it anyway and tried it and now I'm hooked. So before I gorge on 24 packs I should find this out too. But here's the thing, seaweed has tons of iodine, so you're kinda protected that way, if you want to look at it like that. At least that's what I'm telling myself to justify eating these things! lol. I went to their website (seasgift dot com) and here's what it says: "All our seasoned & roasted seaweed are harvested in the west and southwest regions of South Korea." So that's opposite and a little ways south of Fukushima, so any contamination would (presumably) be decaying remnants similar to what American waters are like. (?) Anyway, I feel secure about eating it, as secure as I can be eating from the ocean. The company also says they test for mercury.
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Ultimately, no one can say for a fact what all is in our foods. There is too much pollution and secret waste disposal and such things in this country and all over the world that you just have to either ask the company you are buying from and trust what they tell you, grow your own and be responsible for what's in your foods, or trust that if there are not reports of people dying from it, it's probably safe. Take your chances and good luck. But it is pretty stressful to be so paranoid, you know.....
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After much research, I chose this Spirulina powder and I put it in my morning shake. Although not technically organic, it was very close. The company's processing procedures are right on. Now, fast forward, I bought this product before I was aware of the huge pile of debris and radiation contamination coming into the Pacific coast line from the Japanese tsunami. Before assuming though, I would contact the company to see what measures they are taking concerning this and how it affects the product. In the mean time, I am ordering broccoli powders and wheat grass powders from another source. It turns out we are not allergic to wheat so this works out fine. After much research, I chose this Spirulina powder and I put it in my morning shake. Although not technically organic, it was very close. The company's processing procedures are right on. Now, fast forward, I bought this product before I was aware of the huge pile of debris and radiation contamination coming into the Pacific coast line from the Japanese tsunami. Before assuming though, I would contact the company to see what measures they are taking concerning this and how it affects the product. In the mean time, I am ordering broccoli powders and wheat grass powders from another source.... » Read More After much research, I chose this Spirulina powder and I put it in my morning shake. Although not technically organic, it was very close. The company's processing procedures are right on. Now, fast forward, I bought this product before I was aware of the huge pile of debris and radiation contamination coming into the Pacific coast line from the Japanese tsunami. Before assuming though, I would contact the company to see what measures they are taking concerning this and how it affects the product. In the mean time, I am ordering broccoli powders and wheat grass powders from another source. It turns out we are not allergic to wheat so this works out fine. « Show Less
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Thanks for the question. I apologize for the late reply. Country of origin of this product will be in China. Only part is performing in Japan last check product in China. There is no report of such failure in particular. Thank you your consideration.
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No, I messaged them and asked, it comes from China. Some Islands supposedly clean waters...however all my research shows do not buy Chlorella from China. I'm going with Yaeyama Source Naturals. Only a few dollars more but Japan has higher standards for testing. Also opposite side of Japan than radiation. The radiation headed towards California.
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There's an individual that's pretty consistent in commenting to the comments of others in regards to Matcha products and they say: "...just make sure you're not purchasing Matcha teas affected by the radiation fallout in Japan--which means avoiding ALL tea from the Shizuoka Prefecture region. The two brands that I know ARE safe are DoMatcha and Pure Matcha (there are others, but these are the two that I know of--not to mention they are high quality). They come from a region of Japan far away from ground zero. They are from Kagoshima, which is as far west from Fukushima as Denver is from New York. Also, the air currents go the opposite direction, which is why radiation has not been detected in those areas. Just thought you should know. :)"
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Good question. The writing on the packaging was in Japanese. Hopefully it is BPA free. I wouldn't use clay in it because that is powerful and can draw toxins out of plastic. And not too hot of water.
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Its organic certified by Canadian board something and JAP (guessing its Japan). It didnt say where it came from but its distributed by a company from Vancouver. I think the raw material might have came from Japan.
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No. I emailed Source Naturals directly and here's their response:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Greetings,Thank you for contacting Source Naturals.According to our files, our Alpha Lipoic Acid is sourced from China.Avi GreenbergTechnical ResearcherThreshold Enterprises, LTDSource Naturals/ Planetary Herbals-------------------------------------------------------------------------------To recap what others have already said, "Distributed by" or "Manufactured by" are not the same as "Manufactured in". If the label does not specifically say "Made in the USA" then it's a safe bet that it's not.Duane No. I emailed Source Naturals directly and here's their response:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Greetings,Thank you for contacting Source Naturals.According to our files, our Alpha Lipoic Acid is sourced from China.Avi GreenbergTechnical ResearcherThreshold Enterprises, LTDSource Naturals/ Planetary Herbals-------------------------------------------------------------------------------To recap what others have already said, "Distributed by" or... » Read More No. I emailed Source Naturals directly and here's their response:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Greetings,Thank you for contacting Source Naturals.According to our files, our Alpha Lipoic Acid is sourced from China.Avi GreenbergTechnical ResearcherThreshold Enterprises, LTDSource Naturals/ Planetary Herbals-------------------------------------------------------------------------------To recap what others have already said, "Distributed by" or "Manufactured by" are not the same as "Manufactured in". If the label does not specifically say "Made in the USA" then it's a safe bet that it's not.Duane « Show Less
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I was wondering the same thing, and I read a lot of articles online that stated that the uji region wasn't affected by it, but who knows for sure, that could all not be true, also on youtube I found this video where some guy tested it for radiation and it had radiation in it. so idk....... china theres lead, japan radiation, hard to find a good matcha elsewhere.
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so would I be afraid of radiation lol, this seaweed is from the north atlantic, and far from japan thank God,AL
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The original package was in Japanese so I have no idea. I bought it before I knew about the risks of BPA.
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That's a really good question! (When you find out, please let me know.) The package I have lists no source of origin, although it states the company is located in Lakeport, CA...not that it is any claim to being sourced there.Sorry I couldn't be of more help. You've definitely made me wonder about this --something I should've checked into before purchasing it myself.
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1000 Bq/Kg is a huge dose of radiation!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WbX9ubE_hI - in here you can see that this tea contains twice as normal amount of radiation.http://enenews.com/radioactive-tea-leaves-1000-km-fukushima-80-bqkg-detected-kagoshimaIn here it shows that all Japan is contaminated - far or close. So in a way, Chinese powder might even be healthier. Rather than consuming the most toxic radioactive material. Keep in mind, there are around 98 radioactive particles coming out from the Fukushima plant, and its on-going for the next 40-80 years at least. The half life is 2 and 31 years of cesium alone (which already exceeds the limits). If I am not mistaken the US limit is 10Bq/kg, in japan its been set to 200bq/kg. 1000 Bq/Kg is a huge dose of radiation!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WbX9ubE_hI - in here you can see that this tea contains twice as normal amount of radiation.http://enenews.com/radioactive-tea-leaves-1000-km-fukushima-80-bqkg-detected-kagoshimaIn here it shows that all Japan is contaminated - far or close. So in a way, Chinese powder might even be healthier. Rather than consuming the most toxic radioactive material. Keep in mind, there are around 98 radioactive particles coming out from the Fukushima plant, and its on-going for the... » Read More 1000 Bq/Kg is a huge dose of radiation!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WbX9ubE_hI - in here you can see that this tea contains twice as normal amount of radiation.http://enenews.com/radioactive-tea-leaves-1000-km-fukushima-80-bqkg-detected-kagoshimaIn here it shows that all Japan is contaminated - far or close. So in a way, Chinese powder might even be healthier. Rather than consuming the most toxic radioactive material. Keep in mind, there are around 98 radioactive particles coming out from the Fukushima plant, and its on-going for the next 40-80 years at least. The half life is 2 and 31 years of cesium alone (which already exceeds the limits). If I am not mistaken the US limit is 10Bq/kg, in japan its been set to 200bq/kg. « Show Less
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See 3 questions up from this one. Product is "sourced" from China but packaged in US.
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the company itself is in the USA. However, I don't know where they source their products from. It is likely some of their stuff or the raw materials that go in their stuff are sourced from outside of the USA.
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I just saw it about ten down, third from the last. I got this because I was looking for something without aluminum. But I am glad I saw this question because in looking for this, I saw it has Triclosan which can affect the thyroid. Triclosan is in over 90% of the antibiotic hand washing liquid. I bought so much of the Arm & Hammer. Guess I will look for something safer. When will we become a government of the people, by the people and for the people instead of the corporations.