Spirulina is a naturally occuring algae, which has inhabited the earth for around 3.5 billion years. It has a green-blueish colour, and can be bought as supplement in either power or tablet form to provide outstanding health benefits!
From it’s staggeringly high protein content, to the wealth of micronutrients it contains, spirulina is one of the best superfoods out there.
✔ High protein content
Spirulina is 65% protein. That’s right, 65%. This is extremely high for a plant, and one of the reasons it is becoming more and more popular. It also contains sources of all 8 essential amino acids. It’s an easy, healthy way to boost your protein intake, and a great source of protein for vegetarians. Furthermore, this protein is highly absorbable.
✔ Contains essential fatty acids
Spirulina is especially high in Omega 3’s, and also has a significant amount of Omega 6s and Omega 9s.
✔ High in Chlorophyll
This helps to flush out toxins from the blood, acting as a natural detox. It also helps to boost your immune system.
✔ Source of Iron
Spirulina is a fantastic source of Iron, meaning it is excellent for women during pregnancy. In face, 100g of Spirulina contains 158% of your daily Iron requirements!
✔ High in betacarotenoids
Betacarotenoids (antioxidants) help your immune system and helko clear your skin.
✔ High in Calcium
Spirulina is also very high in calcium, meaning it is excellent for growing children to help their bones and teeth develop. It contains over 26 times the calcium in milk.
✔ Source of many micronutrients
It is also a great sources of many other micronutrients, such as vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D and vitamin A. It is also a source of potassium, chromium, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, selenium and zinc.