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Spirulina – The Good Algae
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Spirulina Review
Article Tracking: spirulina, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, allergies, visual problems, carbohydrate disorders, anemia, enzymes, National Cancer Institute, GLA, sulfolipids, glycolipids and polysaccharides, enzymes.
Spirulina is a single celled blue green alga, that contains 10 vitamins, 8 minerals, and 18 amino acids. (essential and non-essential) It contains a complete protein of 65-71%, that is 12-15 time more protein than steak and is 5 times easier to digest than meat or soy protein. It has been found as a good help to reduce weight, and help with many allergies, visual problems, carbohydrate disorders, anemia and many other disease conditions. It also has many beneficial enzymes.
Spirulina is excellent during a juice fast. You also fast on spirulina. I add some honey as a sweetener and blend the power in a blender. You can also mix it with the veggie juice for that extra boost. You also get an energy boost if you take the spirulina veggie juice mix to the gym
Spirulina Contains
Alanine (5.82%)
Arginine (5.98%)
Aspartic Acid (6.34%)
Isoleucine (4.13%)
Lutein
Leucine (5.80%)
Lysine (4.00%)
Methionine (2.17%)
Phenylalanine (3.95%)
Threonine (4.17%)
Tryptophane (1.13%)
8 essential amino acids
10 Non-essential amino acids
Cystine (0.67%)
Glutamic Acid (8.94%)
Histidine (1.08%)
Proline (2.97%)
Serine (4.00%)
Tyrosine (4.60%)
8 Minerals
Potassium (15,400 mg/Kg)
Calcium (1,315 mg/kg)
Magnesium (1,915 mg/kg)
Selemium (0.40 ppm)
Iron (580 mg/kg)
Phosphorus (8,942 mg/kg)
Pyridoxine or B6 (mg/kg)
Biotin (0.4 mg/kg)
Cobalanin or B12 (2mg/kg) B12 is one of the most difficult of all vitamins to obtain from a plant source. Spirulina contains 250% more than beef or liver
Pantonthenice Acid 11 mg/kg)
Folic Acid (o.5 mg/kg)
Intositol (350 mg/kg)
Niacin ( 118 mg/kg)
Riboflacvin or B2 (40 mg/kg)
Thiamine or B1 (55 mg/kg)
Tocopherol or v E (190 mg/kg)
Carotenoids Produces Vitamin A
Alpha-carotene
Beta-carotene Xanthophylis
Cryptoxanthin
Echinenone
Valine (6.00%)
Zeaxanthin
Zinc (39 mg/kg)
Spirulina Facts
Several years ago, the National Cancer Institute announced sulfolipids from blue-green algae like spirulina were remarkably active in test tube experiments against the AIDS virus.
In 1993-95, research showed natural polysaccharides in spirulina increased T-cell counts, strengthened the immune system and raised disease resistance in chickens, fish and mice. The animal feed industry is embracing spirulina as a new probiotic to replace overused antiobiotic drugs in animal feeds. In 1994, a Russian patent was awarded for spirulina as a medicine for reducing allergic reactions from radiation in the Children of Chernobyl.
Spirulina contains the rare essential fatty acid GLA, sulfolipids, glycolipids and polysaccharides.
Its deep green color comes from its rainbow of natural pigments – chlorophyll (green), phycocyanin (blue) and carotenoids (orange) – that harvest the sun’s energy. Easy-to-digest so nutrients are absorbed quickly.
Spirulina is the world’s highest beta carotene food, reducing long-term health risks.
Spirulina beta carotene is ten times more concentrated than carrots. So even if you don’t eat the recommended 4 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables every day (most people eat only 1-2, including french fries), get your natural beta carotene insurance from spirulina to help support your body’s defences
Spirulina has a rare essential fatty acid that is a key to health.
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) in mother’s milk helps develop healthy babies. Studies show nutritional deficiencies can block GLA production in your body, so a good dietary source of GLA can be important. Spirulina is the only other whole food with GLA.
Spirulina Benefits
1 Cleansing: Spirulina promotes the body natural cleansing processes. You feel fitter, more cheerful, and you have more energy.
2. Restoring: Spirulina compensates for deficiencies in the diet and stimulates the metabolism. Your physical condition improves noticeably and you recover faster after exertion.
3. Fortifying: Spirulina boosts resistance and activates the body natural defense mechanisms. You feel stronger and are better able to cope with the pressures of everyday life.
Because of its cleansing, restoring and fortifying functions, Spirulina has a wide range of applications. It gives you new energy without taking pep-ups and makes you more alert and stable.
opt : Anne
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