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Safety & BarleyGreen Can I overdose on BarleyGreen? Is it safe to consume the Maltodextrin in BarleyGreen if I am diabetic? Is maltodextrin bad? Will I have an allergic reaction to the barley in BarleyGreen? Can I use BarleyGreen as a prenatal supplement? Will BarleyGreen upset my stomach? Will BarleyGreen cause diarrhea or constipation? Is BarleyGreen okay to take if I have kidney problems? Q: Can I overdose on BarleyGreen? A: No, BarleyGreen is a whole food derived from freshly squeezed barley grass. You can't overdose on BarleyGreen. It is equivalent to eating more fresh green vegetables. [back to top] Q: Is it safe to consume the Maltodextrin in BarleyGreen if I am diabetic? A: Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate, not a simple sugar. It releases energy slowly and will not raise sugar levels. BarleyGreen does not contain any simple sugars. However, as with any medical condition, we recommend that you consult your doctor or health care practitioner. [back to top] Q: Is maltodextrin bad? A: No, actually it is the maltodextrin that makes our product so special. Dr. Hagiwara selected it after years of research because he discovered that he was able to protect enzymes at the molecular level by adding maltodextrin to the barley juice. In addition it isn't a simple sugar or filler but a complex carbohydrate that has a slow energy release, making it ideal for people who are concerned with elevating their blood sugar levels. [back to top] Q: Will I have an allergic reaction to the barley in BarleyGreen? A: No. The powdered juice is taken from the leaves, it is the gluten content in corn, wheat, and barley grain which causes allergies. None of the ingredients in BarleyGreen contain gluten. [back to top] Q: Can I use BarleyGreen as a prenatal supplement? A: Yes, BarleyGreen provides such a rich balance of all the nutrients that it is equivalent to a whole salad of dark green vegetables. Forty-five percent of its weight is in polypeptide (lightweight) proteins. It is excellent for you and your unborn baby. [back to top] Q: Will BarleyGreen upset my stomach? A: No, BarleyGreen is mildly alkaline, which pH balances the acidic stomach juices. This can aid in settling the stomach. [back to top] Q: Will BarleyGreen cause diarrhea or constipation? A: BarleyGreen will help rebuild healthy intestinal flora and therefore may have a positive effect on regularity and gas. BarleyGreen has traditionally been used to promote regularity and does not cause constipation. [back to top] Q: Is BarleyGreen okay to take if I have kidney problems? A: We know of no reason not to but always check with a health practitioner regarding medical conditions. [back to top]

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