Spirulina is 3.6 billion old blue green algae and has been
consumed by humans since prehistoric times to fulfil its nutritional needs. It
is the richest whole food source and can be fit into any type of dietary
regimen as it is free of gluten, low in calories, fats and rich in essential
nutrients.
Nutritional merits of
Spirulina:
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Nutritional merits of Spirulina are truly unique. It is highest natural source of proteins (56-69%),
which are easier to digest and
biologically complete, which means that they provide all nine essential amino
acids, required by our body. It also includes branched amino acids (leucine,
isoleucine, valine) which are very much of importance to the persons who is
interested in lean proteins, particularly athletes. Further, it is a very good
source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and essential fatty acids specially
GLA.
Health Benefits of Spirulina:
Being a rich source of antioxidants like
β-carotene, Vitamin-E, Superoxide dismutase, it helps our body to get rid of
free radicals and the damaging effect of free radicals. Its consumption is very
useful to anaemic persons as it contains Iron more than 58 times than spinach.
It also has porphyrin in it, which is helpful in making of haemoglobin in the
body.
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Spirulina can be taken by any age group. As it has negligible calories,
it is also suitable for the weight conscious population, because it has its
beneficial role in weight management. Adding more to its meritorious
candidature, it is good for diabetic patients too, as it has lower glycemic
index and helps in blood sugar regulation. Furthermore, presence of high amount
of potassium and essential fatty acids in Spirulina helps in maintaining blood
pressure and curing cholesterol problem. It increases the amount of HDL i.e.
good cholesterol and reduces the level of LDL i.e. bad cholesterol from blood.
Spirulina protects our bodies from harmful bacterial and viral infections by
stimulating the immune system of body. Spirulina, due to the presence of Phycocyanin
in it, has anticancer effect. Phycocyanin also imparts anti inflammation and
neuro-protective properties to Spirulina. Spirulina also has protective role in
liver and kidney peroxidation. Spirulina is also very much valuable in treating
bronchial or allergic asthma. These are some of the merits of Spirulina, which
makes it an ideal candidate for Dietary Supplement.
