Indications
Spirulina is used to treat and prevent malnutrition, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, hyperglycemia, anemia and allergic rhinitis, and it is also used to improve immunity. It helps keep the eyes and skin healthy.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Spirulina has such a good nutritional content that it is called the richest whole food found naturally in the world. It is very high in protein and low in calories, coming in at only 2.9 calories per gram. Used as a protein supplement, this is less than the amount of calories in protein per gram. Spirulina is the highest source of B-12, which is essential for healthy nerves and tissue, especially for vegetarians. It also has a large amount of iron, so it helps the body make new red blood cells.
Spirulina has a high protein content, and it also has nutrients that increase the body's ability to absorb protein. This means any other protein a person eats becomes more effective than if they had taken that protein alone. In this way, spirulina may be a better source of protein than most meals. It contains a concentration of every single amino acid as well. These are amino acids the body cannot survive without but cannot produce itself, so we have to get them through our diet. Spirulina contains approximately 100 nutrients and minerals. It also has fatty acids that help reduce bad cholesterol in the body, and antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system, fight free radicals and slow down the aging process. It is recommended for people whose intake of nutritious food is inadequate.
How does it work
About 60% of spirulina dry weight is protein, which is essential for growth and cell regeneration. It also has sufficient vitamins and minerals. Because it is so digestible, spirulina has proven to fight malnutrition in impoverished communities, helping the body absorb nutrients when it has lost its ability to absorb normal forms of food. Every 10 grams can supply up to 70% of the minimum daily requirements for iron. Being rich in iron, magnesium and trace minerals, spirulina is easier to absorb than iron supplements and fights anemia effectively.
Spirulina is rich in gamma-linolenic acid or GLA, a compound found in breast milk that helps develop healthier babies. It also stimulates beneficial flora like lactobacillus and bifidobacterial in the digestive tract, which promotes healthy digestion and proper bowel function. It acts as a natural cleanser by eliminating mercury and other deadly toxins commonly ingested by the body.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, talk to your doctor before you take spirulina.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.