Spirulina Benefits: 10 Proven Reasons to Use This Superfood

spirulina benefits: proven reasons to use this superfood

what is spirulina

detoxes heavy metals

thankfully

absolutely no adverse effects were experienced from both seaweed varieties and the combination

this doesn't come as a surprise as more than peer-reviewed articles have been published in the scientific literature evaluating spirulina's ability to affect cancer cells

lowers blood pressure

related: phytoplankton health benefits you won't believe

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many people wonder: is spirulina safe

liver damage

not you should be using spirulina supplements

spirulina vs. chlorella

hawaiian spirulina pacifica

percent protein and an source of vitamins a

percent more beta-carotene than carrots

percent more iron than spinach

percent more protein than tofu

percent more antioxidants than blueberries

spirulina

what is the benefit of spirulina? some of the most significant health benefits include detoxing heavy metals

contains a amount of spirulina protein

this algae has a rich history. although there are several distinct differences between chlorella vs spirulina

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by rebekah edwards

june 13

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health benefits

eliminates candida

improves hiv/aids

cd cells and hiv-1 viral load remained stable

helps prevent cancer

reduces cholesterol

along those same lines

lowers chance of stroke

boosts energy

it's important to note that this has not been studied in clinical trials

alleviates sinus issues

offers neuroprotection

while both studies are preliminary and involving animals

nutrition facts

omega-3 fatty acids: 230 milli

omega-6 fatty acids: 351 milli

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if you have an autoimmune condition

stomach pain

nausea

vomiting

weakness

thirst

rapid heartbeat

shock and even death

because they are both similar microalgae species

shape

how it's grown

preparation

nutrition

history

mexico

referred to as “tecuitlatl

lake chad

first mentioned by dangeard in the 1940s

rich source of health-giving phytonutrients such as carotenoids

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