Spirulina Health Benefits

Jan 11
08:47

2011

Pauline Downie

Pauline Downie

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Spirulina health benefits are many, it is an incredibly rich balance of nutrients and is considered a whole food, meaning, it can provide life without other foods. It could probably put an end to world hunger! It is a blue-green algae (like a micro plant) and looks a little like a spiral of long thin threads.

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Spirulina health benefits are many,Spirulina Health Benefits Articles it is an incredibly rich balance of nutrients and is considered a whole food, meaning, it can provide life without other foods. It could probably put an end to world hunger!

It is a blue-green algae (like a micro plant) and looks a little like a spiral of long thin threads. Spirulina is found in fresh water, tropical springs and salt water.

You can buy spirulina in powder form, capsule or tablet.

Spirulina Facts
Spirulina contains over 100 easily absorbed, life-enhancing nutrients: vitamins, minerals over 58 times more iron than spinach, antioxidants, beta-carotene, amino acids, phytonutrients and essential fatty acids (omega 3 and 6).

This little blue-green algae is one of the most researched food supplements on the face of the planet. You have probably read/heard that before, regarding other things. But truly, spirulina has over 30 years worth of testing.

Since spirulina is a food and is great for those who are trying to lose weight.

Usually by the time you reach 40, the hydrocholoric acid levels (stomach acid) secreted into the stomach gradually decrease, this acid is needed to help break down food.

If there is not enough of this acid it can cause a person to eat too much, this is a common problem for why people put on weight.

When taking spirulina, your appetite will most certainly decrease as the nutrients are easily absorbed by the body.

It is perfect for people who feel tired or mentally drained, it helps your body by providing the nutrients needed to pick you up and give you more energy, this is a much better choice than having a cup of coffee!

There are many wonderful spirulina recipes and it can be used in sweet or savory foods. It is great to add to your favourite smoothie or juice.

If you are considering taking spirulina, it is important to start off with the right recommended amount. Usually this is around 4 grams daily for the first week and then working your way up to whatever feels right for you.

Apparently, some people feel they need 3 to 4 grams daily and others up to 12 grams daily.

If you are taking capsules, one capsule is around 500mg, so 8 a day would be 4 grams. The best way to take spirulina is 30 min before meals.

The benefit of spirulina for anti aging makes it definitely worth including into your diet.