Spirulina Powder The Superfood
it contains the most remarkable concentration of nutrients known in any food, plant, grain or herb. It's the highest protein food- over 60% all digestible vegetable protein. It has the highest concentration of beta carotene, vitamin B-12, iron and trace minerals and the rare essential fatty acid GLA. These make spirulina a great whole food alternative to isolated vitamin and minerals.
How much should people take and when should they take it?
Long time consumers and scientific evidence both suggest 2-5 grams a day bring significant health benefits. This is a teaspoon of powder or 6 to 20 tablets
Spirulina may be considered a dietary ""super food"" useful in nutrient boosting diets such as the programs competitive athletes use to enhance performance. It is specifically useful for those on a weight control program and as a mild appetite suppressant that helps control dietary cravings.
typical amounts shown to have helpful properties in animal studies would be equivalent to 34 grams per day or more for a 150-pound human.
Spirulina's' phycocyanin content actually helps to regenerate the kidneys and protect against kidney failure
spirulina contains an unusually high amount of protein, between 55% and 77% by dry weight, depending upon the source. It is a complete protein,[citation needed] containing all essential amino acids, though with reduced amounts of methionine, cysteine, and lysine when compared to the proteins of meat, eggs, and milk. It is, however, superior to typical plant protein, such as that from legumes.Spirulina is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), and also provides alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), linoleic acid (LA), stearidonic acid (SDA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and arachidonic acid (AA).
Spirulina contains vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (nicotinamide), B6 (pyridoxine), B9 (folic acid), vitamin C, vitamin D, and vitamin E.
Spirulina is a rich source of potassium, and also contains calcium, chromium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, sodium, and zinc.
Major Benefits for the body:
1. Stimulates and strengthens the immune system
2. Improves cardiovascular health an lowers cholesterol
3. Improves gastrointestinal health
4. Improves digestive health
5. Promotes natural cleansing and detoxification
6. Reduces cancer risk
7. One of the world’s powerful natural anti-oxidant
8. Anti-ageing (slows down ageing)
9. Balances body pH level
10. Proper hormone and enzymes production
11. Regulates blood sugar
12. Fights against fatigue and stress
13. Ideal for athletes and body builders (active lifestyle)
14. Mental alertness
15. Ideal for vegetarians and dieters
16. Also good for pregnant and nursing women
17. Ease PMS
18. Good for malnourished individuals
Spirulina is a perfectly safe natural food which provides quick energy and nourishment. The recommended daily intake is 1-5 grams, but if you feel like consuming more, go ahead.
Spirulina powder can be added to fruit or vegetable juices or to dishes to enhance nutritional content. It is tasty in soups, salads, pasta, or mixed with yoghurt.
Special tip: make a fresh lemon juice (or use lemon syrup), add a teaspoon of spirulina, stir well and drink it straight away.
The vitamin C of the lemon will help with absorbing the nutrients of spirulina.
