Spirulina is a species of edible blue algae used as a natural food supplement. Considered healthy and having positive effects on Health already by the Incas, we continue to consume it today for its richness in minerals and vitamins that make it a formidable antifatigue and antioxidant.

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Its beneficial action goes further by stimulating the immune system and even regenerating some of the stem cells of the human body. Besides, spirulina is suitable for all people, children, the elderly, etc., and has no side effects on health.

What is spirulina?

Spirulina belongs to the family of filamentous cyanobacteria also called blue-green microalgae, one of the oldest microorganisms that exist on Earth. In nature, this algae grows in lakes near the equator, in India, Chad, and Mexico. In some of these countries, spirulina is an integral part of people's diets. Commercially, it is present in the form of dehydrated powder, filaments, or tablets.

A concentrate of beneficial elements for health

This microalga contains between 55% and 70% of quality proteins with a high content of amino acids, including the eight necessaries for the human body. It is also composed of unsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 family and chlorophyll. Spirulina is rich in trace elements and minerals such as zinc, selenium, iron, copper, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus.

The effects of spirulina on health

Its high content of high-quality protein gives spirulina the property of suspending the physiological processes involved in cases of cancer. In particular, it helps to stimulate the immune system. Spirulina also has an antiviral and appetite moderating action for those who want to lose weight. Its high iron content makes it an ideal food for vegetarians, anemic people, and malnourished populations.

The chlorophyll it contains helps purify the blood by promoting the production of red blood cells and the elimination of toxins that the blood contains. Spirulina also makes phycocyanin which has many therapeutic powers due to its action on the production of stem cells such as white and red blood cells or platelets. This element significantly improves immunity and blood formula. Phycocyanin has thus proven its effectiveness on the bone marrow and, at the present state of research, it seems to be a hope of a cure for leukemia.

By its richness in trace elements and minerals, spirulina is a formidable antioxidant and antifatigue. It allows, among other things, to slow down the aging of the skin by giving it suppleness and softness. This microalgae also has qualities that promote oxygenation of the muscles and is a true natural dopant for athletes in particular.