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Spirulina

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Spirulina is a blue-green algae. It is a simple, one-celled form of algae that thrives in warm, alkaline fresh-water bodies. The name "spirulina" is derived from the Latin word for "helix" or "spiral"; denoting the physical configuration of the organism when it forms swirling, microscopic strands.

Spirulina is being developed as the "food of the future" because of its amazing ability to synthesize high-quality concentrated food more efficiently than any other algae. Most notably, Spirulina is 65 to 71 percent complete protein, with all essential amino acids in perfect balance. In comparison, beef is only 22 percent protein.

Spirulina has a photosynthetic conversion rate of 8 to 10 percent, compared to only 3 percent in such land-growing plants as soybeans.

 

Biological Name: Spirulina maxima, Spirulina platensis


Other Names: Spirulina, Blue-green algae


Active Compounds:

Spirulina is particularly rich in protein, containing all of the essential amino acids.

Spirulina also contains carotenoids, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids.


Active Compounds:
Saponins
Allantoin
Sterols, especially b-sitosterol and stigmasterol
The alkaloid hordenine
Miscellaneous; Vitamins C & K, cryptoxanthin, anthocyanins, plant acids.

 


Useful for:

Spirula may help in:

• weight loss and obesity

There are no scientific studies attesting to the efficacy of this herb. Individuals who do not consume several servings of vegetables per day could benefit from the carotenoids and other nutrients in spirulina. Since it is a complete protein, it can be used in place of some of the protein in a healthy diet.


 

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