Sunday, 15 December 2013

Vegetable Protein vs Animal Protein

Spirulina contains more than 60% vegetable protein, which is much higher than fish, pork, or beef (which contains about 15 ~ 20 %). Animal protein is a much bigger molecule than vegetable protein, and is much harder for our system to digest. 

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Wednesday, 11 December 2013

What can Spirulina do?

Supplies vital antioxidants - 
  •  Phycocyanin (antioxidant for liver and kidney health, very hard to find in foods)
  •  Chlorophyll (anti-toxin, anti-carcinogen) 
  •  Zeaxanthin (antioxidant for the eyes and brain) 
  •  Beta carotene (antioxidant for skin, eyes, immune system, safe source of vitamin A) 

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Thursday, 5 December 2013

What is Spirulina?

Appearing 3.6 billion years ago, it is a tiny blue-green algae in the shape of a perfect spiral coil. Biologically speaking, it is one of the oldest inhabitants of the planet.

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Monday, 2 December 2013

Spirulina: Food or Medicine?

Some of our illnesses are caused by having insufficient nutrients in our body. These illnesses are just the symptoms to show us that we may be lacking in some nutrients. If we replenish these nutrients in time, the symptoms usually disappear. Otherwise, the immune system will be weakened and thereby causing further problems. 

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Thursday, 21 November 2013

Spirulina for athletes?

Spirulina is a high intensity superfood for a high intensity workout. Taken before jogging or competition, it delivers energy and improves stamina. Bikers, backpackers and mountain climbers will appreciate this lightweight survival food.

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Monday, 11 November 2013

Spirulina: Effects on the AIDS Virus, Cancer and the Immune System

Spirulina is gaining more attention from medical scientists as a nutraceutical and source of potential pharmaceuticals. There are several new peer reviewed scientific studies about Spirulina's ability to inhibit viral replication, strengthen both the cellular and humoral arms of the immune system and cause regression and inhibition of cancers. While these studies are preliminary and more research is needed, the results so far are exciting.

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Tuesday, 5 November 2013

How much Spirulina should be taken?

8g per day as recommended by Japan Health Food & Nutrition Food Association (JHFA). This is equivalent to 40 tablets (200mg). For children under 12 years old, a minimum of 4g per day.

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