Spirulina powder, (arthrospira platensis). ID: 33-51

Spirulina is a biomass of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) that can be consumed by humans and animals.

It was a source of food for the Aztecs and other Central Americans until the 16th century.

It is speculated that it is as old as planet Earth and comes from the world's first photosynthetic life form.

The nutrients it contains are instant and completely digestible.

Absorbed by the human body at a rate of over 95% in contrast to other foods that have an absorption rate of less than 15%.

Spirulina is used as a dietary supplement or for regular meals.

It is also used as a feed supplement in the aquaculture, aquarium and poultry industries.

Properties:

The main antioxidants of Spirulina act against cancer and premature aging., which plays an important role in removing toxins from the body.

Also contains phycocyanin, which supports the detoxifying effect on the liver and kidneys.

Protects cells from free radicals, stimulates blood cell production and strengthens the immune system.

One of its main advantages is that its vitamins and minerals are not synthetic but 100% natural and in no way contain toxic residues.

Use by vegetarians and vegans for extra protein intake but also by people who need energy due to the amino acids and B vitamins it contains.

Strengthens the female body during menstruation and menopause.

Inhibits the accumulation of cholesterol in blood vessels.

Spirulina is an antioxidant, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory.

Improves digestive function and intestinal flora enhances proper brain function and memory.

Boosts heart function.

Helps with chronic hepatitis.

May lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglyceride levels in the blood.

It is anti-inflammatory, reducing infections and inflammation.

Recommended against type 2 diabetes.

Recommended for people with anemia.

Lowers blood pressure.

Helps strengthen muscle tissue, toning and performance of athletes, pregnant women and the elderly.

Recommended for maintaining strong bones.

Fights allergic rhinitis.

Recommendation: Spirulina is 50-70% the richest in protein "green food", contains very few calories and contains no cholesterol.

It has about 58 times more iron than raw spinach.

It is 28 times richer than raw beef liver and contains all the minerals our body needs such as iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc and selenium.

It is 3 times richer in Vitamin E than wheat germ.

Contains 25 times more Beta Carotene than carrots.

It contains Chlorophyll 5-30 times more than alfalfa seed, wheatgrass and barley. It is considered one of the richest foods in the antioxidant provitamin A (B-carotene) in four different molecular forms found in a naturally formed chemical complex, which is much more easily absorbed than the β-carotene of broccoli or carrot and is a particularly good source of vitamins B1, B5, B6, B12 and E.

Nutritional value per 100 g Spirulina（powder) Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) Energy 1,213 kJ (290 kcal) Carbohydrates 23.9 g Sugars 3.1 g Dietary fiber 3.6 g Fat 7.72 gsaturated 2.65 gmonounsaturated 0.675 gpolyunsaturated 2.08 g

Benefit of fatty acids : Omega-3 fatty acids 922 mg Omega-6 fatty acids 1404 mg Protein 57.47 g Consists of Tryptophan 0.929 g Threonine 2.97 g Isoleucine 3.209 gLeucine 4.947 gLysine 3.025 gMethionine 1.149 gCystine 0.662 g Phenylalanine 2.777 gTyrosine 2.584 gValine 3.512 gArginine 4.147 gHistidine 1.085 gAlanine 4.515 gAspartic acid 5.793 gGlutamic acid 8.386 gGlycine 3.099 gProline 2.382 g Serine 2.998 gWater 4.68 gbeta-carotene 342 μg (3%) lutein and zeaxanthin 0 μg Thiamine (vit. B1) 2.38 mg (207%) Riboflavin (vit. B2) 3.67 mg (306%) Niacin (vit. B3) 12.82 mg (85%) Pantothenic acid (B5) 3.48 mg (70%) Vitamin B6 0.364 mg (28%) Folate (vit. B9) 94 μg (24%) Vitamin B12 1 μg (60%) Choline 66 mg (13%) Vitamin C 10.1 mg (12%) Vitamin D 0 IU (0%) Vitamin E 5 mg (33%) Vitamin K 25.5 μg (24%) Calcium 120 mg (12%) Iron 28.5 mg (219%) Magnesium 195 mg (55%) Manganese 1.9 mg (90%) Phosphorus 118 mg (17%)Potassium 1363 mg (29%) Sodium 1048 mg (70%) Zinc 2 mg (21%)

How to use : Dissolve in a glass of water, juice or smoothie.

Side effects : Spirulina should be avoided by people taking anticoagulants.