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Description
"Spirulina" is a nutrient-dense blue-green algae renowned for its impressive protein content, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Containing about 65% protein, spirulina aids muscle recovery, energy production, immune support, digestive health, and detoxification while enhancing metabolic balance naturally. Available as powder or tablets, it easily integrates into smoothies, beverages, or supplements. Its powerful antioxidant properties combat oxidative stress, supporting healthy aging and overall wellness. Spirulina remains an essential addition to health-conscious diets, promoting vitality naturally.
Category
Powders, Superfoods
Spirulina
Benefits
Nutrient-dense superfood: Delivers complete protein, B vitamins, and iron to help fuel energy and support daily wellness.
Antioxidant support: Rich in phycocyanin, spirulina helps neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress in the body.
Naturally detoxifying: Assists the body in flushing out toxins and heavy metals, making it a great addition to cleansing routines.
Clean and vegan-friendly: Free from additives and preservatives, it’s a pure plant-based supplement for daily wellness.
Nutrient-dense superfood: Delivers complete protein, B vitamins, and iron to help fuel energy and support daily wellness.
Antioxidant support: Rich in phycocyanin, spirulina helps neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress in the body.
Naturally detoxifying: Assists the body in flushing out toxins and heavy metals, making it a great addition to cleansing routines.
Clean and vegan-friendly: Free from additives and preservatives, it’s a pure plant-based supplement for daily wellness.
Glycemic Load [GL]
A food's glycemic load reflects its potential to raise blood sugar levels after consumption. The impact of ingesting one gram of glucose is roughly equivalent to one glycemic load unit. The glycemic load is calculated by multiplying the total carbohydrate content of a food by its glycemic index and then dividing by 100. The range of low GL values is 0–10. A GL between 11 and 19 is considered medium, while a GL over 20 is considered high.
0.0 | Low
Glycemic Index [GI]
The glycemic index measures the increase in blood sugar levels brought on by consuming a particular carbohydrate within two hours of ingestion. It is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting the effect of pure glucose. High-glycemic-index foods [70+] quickly release glucose into the bloodstream, which raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a medium [56–69] and low GI [0-55] release glucose into the blood gradually.
15 | Low
References
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[10] Alu’datt MH, Rababah T, Ereifej K. Vitamin and Mineral Content in Spirulina for Nutritional Support. Molecules.2021;26(4):1239.
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[12] Dawson G, Field D, Reid M. Antioxidant Power of Phycocyanin in Spirulina. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition. 2021;61(8):1127-1135.
[13] Varela-Lopez A, Bullon P, Giampieri F. Spirulina for Skin and Cellular Health. Nutrients. 2021;12(5):1439.
[14] Ahmed S, Stepp JR, Miller M. Clean and Vegan Properties of Spirulina as a Dietary Supplement. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 2021;275:113844.