Question : I NEED more information on spirulina. What is it and who may benefits from this supplement ?
Answer : SPIRULINA is a simple, one-celled type of blue-green algae that thrives in warm, alkaline fresh water. The name "spirulina" is derived from the Latin word for helix or spiral, denoting the physical configuration of the organism when it forms swirling, microscopic strands.
Spirulina is a good supplement for those who do not have the time to eat regularly, like busy working people and students staying away from home. Spirulina is 65-71 per cent complete protein, with all essential amino acids in perfect balance, rich in beta-carotene, B vitamins, chelated minerals, gamma linolenic acid (GLA), enzymes, pigmentations and micronutrients required for cell repair.
It is also good to be taken by the elderly and those who are unable to absorb, assimilate and utilize nutrients efficiently. This is because spirulina has no cellulose in its cell walls, and is composed of soft muco-polysaccharides which makes it 95 per cent digestible.
For an athlete who wants lasting high energy, improved stamina or increased endurance, taking spirulina is highly recommended and is very suitable for intense training as it contains GLA which is known to stimulate prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are the master hormones that regulate every cell in the body including heart, skin, blood circulation and musculature.
Spirulina is also recommended for strict vegetarians as they cannot get vitamin B12 from plant sources. Vitamin B12 is essential for normal function in the metabolism of all cells, especially for those of the gastrointestinal tract, bone marrow, and nervous tissue.
For those on a diet, spirulina is also recommended as it is an extremely digestible, low-calorie, low-fat natural food containing an incredibly wide range of important nutrients for long lasting energy.
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