Description
- Spirulina contains unusually high amounts of vegetable protein (3-4 times higher than fish or beef) and iron, which may be particularly useful for vegetarians. Spirulina contains all 8 essential amino acids. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, enzymes and anti-oxidants.
- It contains high levels of phycocyanin, carotenoids which protects cells (5 times more than carrots, 40 time more than spinach), and high volumes of essential fatty acids.
- Spirulina is known to be a prebiotic, encouraging the growth of helpful bacteria in the gut. Studies have noted the beneficial effects of spirulina supplementation for blood lipid profiles, inflammation reduction, and antioxidant capacity.
- Studies confirm that spirulina strengthens immunity; it improves the activity of white blood cells, stimulates antibodies and increases the population of natural killer cells. It is a potent anti-viral food.
- Spirulina is high in chlorophyll, which builds healthy blood, resulting in better circulation and less inflammation. It may also prevent premature aging.
Blu-Lina Organic Spirulina by Regeneration USA is a highly nutritious and easily digested algae water plant. Spirulina has been an important and rich food source for peoples of Africa and the America's for centuries. In modern times, it earned widespread popularity as a dietary supplement when NASA began including it in the space diet of astronauts.
