Spirulina

Composition (Per Tablet):

Spirulina Algae 500mg

What is it, and what is it used for?

Spirulina is a natural nutritional supplement made from 2 species of blue-green algae (Arthrospira platensis and Arthrospira maxima). It has an excellent protein content, in that it contains all the essential amino acids. However one would have to consume very large quantities of spirulina in order to receive adequate protein in ones diet.

Spirulina is predominantly used as a natural supplement of: Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin A and Vitamin E.  It is also a source of potassium, calcium, chromium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, sodium and zinc.

Spirulina contains phenylalanine, which should be avoided by people who have the metabolic disorder phenylketonuria, where the body cannot metabolize this amino acid, and it builds up in the brain, causing damage.