Of all the natural foods in the world, including those of animal origin, spirulina is the highest in protein. It also provides abundant vitamins and minerals for the body. It is highly alkalizing and makes an excellent supplement for daily life and also provides much needed nutrition while on a colon cleanse or detox.
The protein in spirulina is around 95% digestible, which also makes it such an amazing green superfood.
Spirulina is excellent for cooling the body, hence people with hot bodies or living in hot places may benefit.
The spirulina we recommend is totally organic and is an excellent price as it comes straight from the bulk suppliers in America.
Also known as- Arthrospira platensis, Blue Green Algae (although seldom incorrect), BGA, and Cyanobacteria
Introduction
For
centuries, the native peoples of Mexico, Africa and Asia have eaten
spirulina and made it one of their major sources of protein. The blue
green algae is plentiful in lakes and inland bodies of water that are
warm and alkaline. The plant's chemical makeup is 65% amino acids,
including the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid (GLA). The high
concentration of amino acids has made spirulina a popular nutritional
supplement for those who are unable to obtain sufficient calories and
protein through diet alone, particularly athletes who burn calories at
a high rate.
In addition to amino acids, spirulina is also a rich
source of numerous other nutrients, including many essential vitamins
and minerals. Test tube and animal studies suggest that spirulina
boosts immune system function, which may make it useful as an antiviral
and anticancer supplement. Finally, in vitro and animal studies suggest
that spirulina may be useful in blunting allergic reactions. Research
into the medical benefits of spirulina is ongoing, but there is no
doubt about its nutritional benefits. Among other things, it contains
as much iron as equivalent weights of beef.
Constituents
B complex vitamins, beta-carotene, vitamin E, carotenoids, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, gamma linolenic acid
Parts Used
Dried and processed algae
Typical Preparations
Powdered and taken as a capsule, incorporated into drinks and smoothies, and sometimes as a liquid herbal extract.
Summary
While
spirulina has its roots in the ancient, modern research is proving more
and more each day that it is a thoroughly modern supplement that could
be a solution to many of the worldÍs ills. Most spirulina sold in the
U.S. is cultivated here, grown specifically for sale, so there is no
danger of over-harvesting. Among the positive research that has been
done involving the uses of spirulina are studies of children who were
exposed to radiation at the site of the Chernobyl disaster. Those
studies seemed to indicate that those children treated with spirulina
had boosted immune system function despite damaged bone marrow. In
vitro studies suggest that spirulina increases the production of
antibodies and cytokines that ward off infection and chronic illnesses.
While more study is needed to define precisely what actions spirulina
may provoke in the body, there is a remarkable lack of harmful side
effects or suggestions that there are any drawbacks. Even if it is used
only for its nutritional content, spirulina is a valuable addition to
the diet.
Precautions
Persons with PKU should consult a doctor before taking spirulina.
