Spirulina

Spirulina is a single celled blue-green algae which is classified as a wholefood due to its complete and diverse nutrient complex. Spirulina contains all eight essential amino acids that cannot be made in the body. This makes it a good alternative protein source for Vegans. Spirulina is also a good non-animal source of vitamin B12 which is often lacking in Vegetarian and Vegan diets. It is also a good source of vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium and iron.

Nutritional Benefits

Vitamin B12

• Contributes to normal red blood cell formation
• Contributes to normal cell division
• Maintains normal immune system health
• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Aids in a reduction in fatigue

• Maintains normal immune system function
• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Contributes to a reduction of fatigue
• Maintains normal protein and glycogen metabolism
• Contributes to hormone regulation
• Maintains healthy skin and hair

• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Contributes to normal muscle function
• Maintenance of normal teeth and bones
• Contributes to cell specialisation and division

• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Helps to maintain normal muscle function
• Contributes to protein synthesis and cell division
• Maintains normal hormonal health

• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Aids in the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• Contributes to red blood cell and haemoglobin formation and the transport of oxygen around the body
• Contributes to normal immune system function
• Helps maintain normal cognitive function

Risks and Side Effects

Uses

Spirulina products we have available can be found here.

Recipes using spirulina can be found here.

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