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by Anonymous on January 22nd, 2007

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Is drinking blood dangerous? How much would you have to ingest before it harmed you?

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  • by JUSTNORMAL on January 22nd, 2007

    JUSTNORMAL

    If you say cut your finger or tongue etc and taste blood etc, that is no problem. If perhaps you had a terrible bloody nose and swallowed alot of blood, you could actually drown in your own fluids. SO our bodies are not designed for this. Lastly with diseases like HIV and Hepatitis B&C it could be deadly

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  • by tripwire on February 3rd, 2007

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    Cows blood is the staple diet of at least one tribe of herders in the arid plains of Africa. They shoot their cow in the neck with an arrow every morning and drain some blood into a gourd. Apparently it's a great source of protein and other nutrients for them.

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  • by LeMeThink on January 22nd, 2007

    LeMeThink

    Blood is mostly proteins, minerals (mostly, Iron) etc. which you find in other food also. There won’t be any problem if you drink it, it will be digested like any other food.

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  • by billy. on September 16th, 2009

    billy.

    i drink about 2 ounces every week from a willing donor. im fine. lambs blood is a little safer and taste very similar to human blood. however its a little expensive. drink the blood fresh or put it in the microwave for a few seconds. cold blood tastes like sh** and it might hurt your stomach.

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  • by Ophostos on July 6th, 2009

    Ophostos

    Okay. I have heard some interesting things. I had a stepdad who is an ER doctor. During the Mad Cow outbreak he explained to me that there was a reason Europe was suffering so many human cases: blood pudding and some brain-dish (I can't recall the name) being popular there, in contrast to not hardly at all in the US. This is just what he told me, but he had an IQ of like 180 or something ridiculous like that, so.... pretty book-smart and always scoring at the top of his exams.

    Secondly, I have read that any HIV consumed would be rendered incapacitated in the digestive system. But I also just read they theorize that HIV began from drinking monkey's blood. Funny, I always heard it was from monkey-sex *shrug* But of course blood is a prime method for viruses and bacteria to be transmitted (for example, mad cow). So no, it is not wise.

    Thirdly, those African tribes that someone already mentioned do that in worshiping their gods. It was and still is a common pagan practice... starkly contrasting God's commands in the Bible telling us to not only abstain from consuming blood but also to not even eat the meat of strangled animals, as strangulation causes the heart to stop pumping and a vast amount of more blood to remain. This is why the practice of slitting throats was and still is done (or entire upside-down decapitation in slaughterhouses)... to allow the heart to continue pumping to allow as much blood as possible to be drained. There is a reason why we drain blood from the meat we eat, as well as why we cook it = to prevent the spread of disease (eating sushi is like asking for a tapeworm). God's commandments for us are not harsh rules for no reasons, but always ultimately for our life's benefit.

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  • by ChelseaMark on April 12th, 2007

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    Dracula done alright on it.

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  • by VOD on January 28th, 2007

    VOD

    Yikes! Animal blood has parasites in it, so thats pretty dangerous. Human blood- whoknows whats in it= with HIV, chemical dependancy,daily meds peeps are on- I would say very dangerous.

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  • by Wendora on January 28th, 2007

    Wendora

    This is an unusual question. I haven't seen blood on the wine list at many restaurants.

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  • by ChrisDG on January 28th, 2007

    ChrisDG

    I wouldn't suggest having it if it has a garlic seasoning :-)

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  • by jenniferx on January 26th, 2007

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    a pint will make you sick, vomiting sick.

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  • by Xso.sinfulX on January 22nd, 2007

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    It depends how much you drink. If you're thinking about taking up vampirism,check out a site on it first because vampirism has it's risks. Vampirists can order pure-bred animal blood in the mail from the slaughterhouse. If you just do it from a cut, scrape etc, it's totally fine. However, if you drink cups of it, it can cause constipation, upset stomach etc

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  • by Erus Lamia on January 11th, 2009

    Erus Lamia

    drinking blood is fine as long as its mamalian, even better if its same species due to blood difference, and as long as the blood is not diseased. the whole being sick part is only for first timers. practice makes perfect. perfection is never practiced.

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  • by GreenFreak on July 17th, 2008

    GreenFreak

    as far as I know, the blood would begin to coagulate in your stomac, resulting in a very painful experience. Bit like eating a rubber ball. I know some African tribes drink blood, but they mix it with some kind of cereal which makes it harmless to eat, more or less

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  • by ZachZRipper on March 17th, 2011

    ZachZRipper

    So, you really believe that bible stuff about blood? Blood is perfectly fine to eat. In fact, humans evolved doing it as a religious practice, and some people still have a higher tolerance for iron because of it. Also, there are a couple (7 I think) HERVs, or human endogenous retro-virus, that have adapted to this transmission and can be seen as genetic variations from primates in all humans today, aiding in human evolution and expanding our average brain size with the intake of extra iron and protein found in blood. Remember, early humans didn't waste any part of the animal, consuming meats, blood, and marrow. I agree that too much blood can be slightly harmful, but just as harmful as taking a couple extra multivitamins each day that you don't need. Your body will get rid of the excess minerals, making you slightly sick feeling in the process. The correct dosage, or "serving size" for blood is about a shot-glass or two, roughly around 10-20 cc if I have the measurement correct. I have done tests based on personal experience with tissue and enzyme analysis, focusing on the biological effects of blood being introduced into a human digestive system. I will not be publishing the information due to the delicacy of the matter, as well as the lack of official certification of testing for my subjects, 10 in all, and all comfortable with engaging. I can honestly say that a healthy sample of blood, around 2 shots per week, will supply a healthy level of nutrients for the body, but always make sure the donor (human blood is best adapted for small-dose digestion in the human body, and is more "nutritious" for humans) is free of any blood disease. The digestive system may block diseases, but any tiny cut or scratch in the mouth or esophagus will let the virus through, which is exactly the same as with any oral sexual activity if practiced. Get the donor checked, and it is best if the blood is of an acceptable blood type. If it is not compatible with your own blood, integration and minor health issues may occur. If it is animal blood, then make sure it is sterile, within an acceptable range of blood type, and is correctly packaged. Pig blood is a big no, although it tastes similar, if not slightly more bittersweet, than human blood. I recommend Hunan is best tasting, if you are interested in blood, but pig is too risky. Only consume when it is properly sterilized (aka put in the microwave to kill off any bacteria/parasites). Sheep blood is actually surprisingly similar to human blood, with very close blood types. It is much safer, but still is risky for infection. In this case microwave a little less, roughly a minute, or make sure the sheep comes from a healthy source. Deer comes next, it does not taste as good as sheep, is safe, and is more like an intermediate between human and cow. Cow is next. Almost all blood you can buy from a butchershop in this case is fine, but the blood is bitter. Buffalo is next. It is like cow but with a little of a chalky aftertaste. Is very safe, but make sure about a good source. Chicken and all poultry blood is a big NO. It is very unsafe, and when sterilized, is like very diluted and watery blood. I strongly disapprove of this blood. Finally I am giving you a short review on the ethics of drinking blood. It is completely safe for the body, when not overdosed. It is not evil to drink blood, and that, along with most rules in the bible, are fake, being written 1000 years after the death of the very human and deillusional christ. Come on, do you really believe that him talking to a snake in the desert is really something a sane person would do? Not to get into a whole deal in dissing Christianity, I agree with a higher universal consciousness that is like a god, but you should not believe everything you read. Look closely. Back to the subject. Blood is perfectly fine for consumption, but having excess vials of hunan blood lying around for personal, non medical use is strictly illegal, as with the possession of any usable human body part, tissue, organ, or fluid. On one last note, I, as a professor, give a final warning not to drink too much blood, and to follow my instructions on how often and how much blood should be consumed. Also, animal blood may be consumed slightly more than human by only half to a full shotglass full. Still, if I remember the correct measurements, I always forget, or if someone here knows how many cc are in a regular shotglass, that is great.

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  • by Richard_F9152 on March 15th, 2011

    Richard_F9152

    I had some teeth extracted and the extraction site has been bleeding a lot and I'm swallowing a lot of it, especially when I sleep. I've been pretty nauseous and my glucose is climbing higher every day,
    Do you think there's a relationship between the higher blood glucose levels and swallowing the blood? Or are the higher levels caused by my eating less?

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  • by Feverman on September 28th, 2010

    Feverman

    Well of course it all depends on in your a vampire or not.

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  • by dougiequick on September 28th, 2010

    dougiequick

    Blood as a food is out of the question for anyone thinking to be obedient to God's Holy Word. Not only was it forbidden as one of the ceremonial laws for Israel (which were for types and figures) it actually is the SINGLE remaining taboo of food restrictions to those new testament believers whose faith is of Jesus Christ and not in their keeping of laws (for which there is NO salvation in keeping them either then or today) but for the stated reason that Life is in blood, spiritually one thinking to be a child of God or desirous to be so even ONLY, ONLY desires to drink the life giving blood of Christ (which is altogether to be spiritually understood) Because ONLY, ONLY in HIS blood is there eternal Life! So other than that blood, a believer having the faith OF Jesus Christ is instructed in the new testament to obstain from blood! Not that consuming foreign blood or any other act intentional or not could possibly separate a true child of God from salvation, but it's just a matter that having heard the command they would not want to disobey! It also can't have to do with someone needing a blood transfusion to survive, for it is not consumed as food and has no spiritual shadow of such in Scripture! A person out of love for his fellow man donates his blood in order that it might be used in GOD healing the person (as ALL healing is of God) In the same manner a person might risk and even lose his life to save another, that is not something done to usurp the title of Savior from Christ! It is a Christ like act no doubt but again such an act has no shadow of spiritual meaning in Scripture to provoke the jealousy of God! But it has long been so with blood and so unless someone can show from Scripture to the contrary, then ANYONE concerned about their eternal outcome should simply abstain from intentionally consuming blood! I think one's own blood would be the single exception, IE your own bleeding nose or lacerations of the mouth etc runs down the throat, or in placing the cut/bleeding finger etc into one's own mouth for pain relief and temporary comfort and keeping the wound clean not to mention to avoid getting blood all over one's clothing and everywhere else! ... the life in that blood is your own so it's as nothing ....I mean unless you believed in some cult kind of thing or whatever that eating your own blood has spiritual value!! in which case how would you be a child of God anyway? anyway? Well there is my 2 cents ... oh and this: May 21st of 2011 IS Judgment Day! Do you know you have been given eternal life? If not do you think you are ready to face the wrath of God? There is still time to beg our merciful God through the Lord Jesus Christ for mercy! MANY are being saved even now! Pray without ceasing and read the Bible to listen to God speak! To see the Scriptures found that prove May 21st is that DAY of days, go to www.familyradio.com ...free to read online or to request it mailed FREE to you! You can call or write to have the information mailed free also! just address as Family Radio, Oakland California 94621 (yes that is all that is needed!) or call 1 800 543 1495 ask for "we are almost there" and/or "to God be the Glory" and/or " I hope God will save ME!" May the Lord richly bless you!

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  • by Nathan_G7513 on March 5th, 2012

    Nathan_G7513

    2 things

    1 I work as a nurse, and actualy have studied medicine so ill clear this up. Yes you can digest blood, no it doesn't matter about blood type because it gets broken down in the stomach, yes it can make you sick just like eating anything your body hasn't become accustomed to until you get use to it, and the tribes in Africa do it because its a good food source that doesn't kill their cattle making it more of a long term food source that butchering them for their meat.


    2 the person saying it was a blasphemy before God.. I can't stand that holier than though BS, I see enough people in the trauma Ward every week who have been stabbed over some religious argument. Also hows that end of the world may 2011 thing working out for you? Lol

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  • by phile4evr on February 2nd, 2007

    phile4evr

    You CANNOT digest blood. Your body doesn't have the enzymes needed to break down the blood, or actually the stuff that makes up the blood.

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  • by xlover on May 24th, 2010

    xlover

    You may not able to digest blood but it will traval through you blood. Its not like it has cell and can be dangoues. If you do not have the same blood type as you donar does it can cause a lot of problems. Maybe even death depends on how much you consume. If you blood matches and your donar is healthy there blood will spread thruough you body and give tons of iron.

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  • by StemnyJones on July 15th, 2008

    StemnyJones

    I won't comment on if it's dangerous, because honestly I don't know.

    But I can tell you from personal experience that swallowing a lot of blood will make you feel not only gassy, but nauseated.

    (I got my tonsils removed, and the stitches tore).

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  • by Styx on February 17th, 2008

    Styx

    Drinking PIG's blood is not at all safe, there is tonnes of salmonela in it and will make you very sick. Cow's blood is the way to go if you're thinking of drinking animal blood. And as for drinking from other humans, that's even riskier, with all those diseases, HIV, etc and drugs (medicinal and recreational) floating around in peoples sytems.

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  • by Dexter on April 12th, 2007

    Dexter

    have there been any Medical studies on this subject. What woud a Doctor say about this if you woud ask him "is it healty for you or dangerous and if it's healty, what benefits does it have and if dangerous, what is so dangerous about it ?". I personally would like to see some studys of the down side and up side of drinking blood. so if any one knows of any studys please let me know.

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  • by RosieGHM Jetpacker on July 17th, 2008

    RosieGHM Jetpacker

    Probably as dangerous as transfusions of blood when you are having an operation or are very anemic. :)

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