Spirulina

Spirulina is used for the treatment and prevention of malnutrition, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, hyperglycemia, anemia, allergic rhinitis and to enhance immunity. Spirulina helps to maintain healthy eyes and skin.

Vitamins

• Vitamin A (as β-carotene)
• Vitamin K
• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
• Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide)
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
• Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobatamin)

Minerals

• Zinc
• Magnesium
• Calcium
• Iron
• Manganese
• Selenium

Antioxidants & Pigments

• Chlorophyll
• Phycocyanin
• Carotenoids
• Zeaxanthin
• C-phycocyanin
• Superoxide dismutase (SOD) enzyme

Essential fatty acids like gamma-linolenic acid: Spirulina or its active constituent, C-phycocyanin is promising in chemoprevention, neuroprotection, antiviral action, cardiovascular protection, hepatoprotection, anti-inflammatory action, antioxidant action and protection against chemical and drug-induced toxicities.

Spirulina is a simple one-called microscopic blue green algae with the scientific name Arthrospira Platensis. Under a microscope, spirulina appears as long, thin, blue green spiral threads. It is mostly found in Asia, Africa and central America. Because of its hundreds of health benefits, it is called "future food" or "super food". Spirulina is often deemed the most nutritionally complete of all food supplements, containing a rich supply of many important nutrients, including protein, complex carbohydrates, iron and vitamins. It contains much more vitamins than a typical synthetic vitam in or any vegetarian meal. It also has essential and non-essential amino acids that are ten times more than meat. It also has a high supply of carotenoids such as beta carotene and yellow xanthophylls which have antioxidant properties. It is also rich in Chlorophyll, fatty and nucleic acids and lipids.

Spirulina has such positive TTutritionafcontent that it is called the world's richest whole-food which can be found naturally. It is very high in protein with low calorie content (only coming in at 2.9 calories per gram) using this as a supplement for protein specifically this is less than % the amount of calories in protein per gram, Spirulina is the highest source of B-12, essential for healthy nerves and tissue, especially for vegetarians. Due to large amount of iron in spirulina, it helps to promote the creation of new red blood cells too. Not only does spirulina contain high protein content within it, but it also has nutrients in it which increase the body's ability to absorb protein, This means that it even makes any other protein being consumed by the person more effective than if they had just consumed the protein alone. ln this way, spirulina may even be a better source of protein than most meal. Spirulina contains a concentration of very single amino acid as well. These are amino acids that the body cannot survive without, but we cannot produce ourselves which means we have to get them through other dietary means. Spirulina contains approximately 100 nutrients and minerals. Furthermore it has fatty acids that help reduce bad cholesterol in our body and antioxidants that help strengthen our immune system, fight free radicals and slow down the aging process. It is recommended to people whose intake of nutritious food is anadequate.

How does it work-

• About 60% of spirulina dry weight is protein which is essential for growth and cell regeneration. Besides this it had sufficient vitamins and minerals within, With its high digestibility, spirulina has proven to fight malnutrition in impoverished communities by helping the body absorb nutrients when it has lost its ability to absorb normal forms of food.
• Every 10 grams of spirulina can supply up to 70% of the minimum daily requirements for iron. Being rich in iron, magnesium and trace minerals spirulina is easier to absorb than iron supplements to fight anemia effectively.
• Spirulina is rich in gamma-linolenic acid or GLA, a compound found in breast milk that helps develop healthier babies.
• Another health benefit of spirulina is that it stimulates beneficial flora like lactobacillus and bifidobacterial in our digestive tract to promote healthy digestion and proper bowel function. It acts as a natural cleanser by eliminating mercury and other deadly toxins commonly ingested by the body.

2 to 4 capsules daily or as advised by the physician.

There are no reports suggesting that spirulina interacts with any conventional medication.

Spirulina is contraindicated in those who are hypersensitive to any component of this product.

Spirulina is generally well tolerated. Occasional diarrhea, gastrointestinal discomfort, such as nausea have been reported. Also there are few reports of allergic reactions to spirulina containing supplements.

Before taking spirulina pregnant or breast-feeding women should talk to the physician.

Before taking spirulina pregnant or breast-feeding women should talk to the physician.

Herbal and Nutraceuticals

Store in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of the children.