Organic Spirulina Powder

About Organic Spirulina Powder

Spirulina is a blue-green microalgae, like Chlorella, and is well known for its nutritional value. The Aztecs actually used it as a food source, and it is still used for this purpose today by the African Kanembu tribe. It contains a high content of protein, at 55-70%, with essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, such as chlorophyll. Not only does it have exceptional nutritional value, it is believed to also have medicinal properties, protecting against viral infections and supporting detoxification. Spirulina can be taken year-round for nutritional support, or just short term during periods of high nutritional demand, such as with high activity levels, high psychological stress or even when travelling in countries with higher pollution levels. 

Specifically, research suggests that Spirulina has anti-allergy and anti-viral effects *. This indicates that Spirulina may be helpful for the management of conditions like asthma and hayfever, as well as to keep the common cold in check.

References

* Karkos PD et al. Spirulina in Clinical Practice: Evidence-Based Human Applications. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2011