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.
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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
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Risks and Side Effects
Can have slight undesirable taste, though this can easily by masked when incorporated into foods or drinks.Â
Uses
Spirulina should be consumed as part of a balanced diet.Spirulina can be added to both drinks and foods.
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Spirulina products we have available can be found here.
Recipes using spirulina can be found here.
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