ORGANIC Spirulina Powder (China)

Origin and things worth knowing

Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) - sometimes referred to as "blue-green algae" - belongs to the genus of cyanobacteria and is one of the oldest life forms on earth.

Unlike the freshwater alga "Chlorella", this form is cultivated in subtropical to tropical salt lakes in Australia, Central America, Africa or Southeast Asia or in special freshwater tanks.

In 1974, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared spirulina the "food of the future".

Spirulina has been used in Asia for centuries and the ancient Aztecs were already aware of the strengthening effect.

Spirulina's specialty, however, is its ability to bind heavy metals and thus detoxify the body. Their high chlorophyll content contributes - similar to the related hemoglobin - to blood formation and blood purification.

Spirulina is also said to strengthen the immune system, regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels and also have a positive effect on cardiovascular diseases.

Its property of satisfying or suppressing hunger can help with weight loss.

Nutritional value (per 100g)

Calories 332 kcal

Protein 65g

Fat 0.8g

of which unsaturated fatty acids 0.2 g

carbohydrates 12g

of which sugar 0g

Salt 1.7g

Ingredients (per 100g):

Vitamin A 1.20mg

Vitamin B1 0.22mg

Vitamin B2 0.69 mg

Vitamin B3 1.20 mg

Vitamin C 0.90 mg

Minerals and trace elements (per 100g):

Calcium 70mg

Iron 39mg

Potassium 1324mg

Magnesium 315mg

Sodium 98mg

Application

as a pure dietary supplement to maintain health, a daily dose of 3 - 5g is recommended for an adult.

The spirulina powder can be stirred into drinks or added to other meals.

For heavy metal detoxification , you start with a low dosage of 0.5g on the first day to slowly get your body used to the effects and slowly increase the dose day by day to a maximum of between 20 and 30g/day.

This maximum value should be maintained for a maximum of 7 days. After that, the dose should be reduced back to a daily dose of 3 - 5g.

IMPORTANT

Spirulina is not suitable for people suffering from the metabolic disease phenylketonuria. The amino acid phenylalanine contained in spirulina could have a negative effect on the disease!

Note on medical content:

The content presented here only provides an overview of possible medical use and does not constitute a recommendation for use.

Please always consult a (family) doctor or pharmacist.