What is spirulina?

In this modernized and polluted world, the food that’s available is lacking necessary nutrients and vitamins that are required for leading a healthy lifestyle. Thanks to Mother Nature, we got Spirulina which is super health food with power-packed nutrients and vitamins.

What is Spirulina?

Spirulina is a blue green algae( Cyano bacterium) cultivated worldwide , scientifically known as Arthrospira platensis. Other subspecies include Spirulina maxima and Spirulina geitleri. It is usually grown in high saline lakes. Its molecular shape is a perfect spiral shape. Spirulina is first discovered in lakes of Mexico and was used as food by Aztecs.

Difference between Chemical and Organic Spirulina:

Organic Spirulina is naturally grown in non polluted environment and well treated lakes. While formulating Chemical Spirulina, Correct compositions of nitrogen is needed for perfect outcome which can alter,this is not good. For having Chemical Spirulina, Spirulina has to undergo heat treatment where the product loses all essential nutrients which is not good. So, the craze or Organic Spirulina is more all the time and it is the best thing to use Organic Spirulina over Chemical Spirulina.

Uses of Spirulina:

Organic Spirulina has been used for food for centuries. Spirulina has so many health benefits, and is termed as “Whole food”. It is rich source of Beta-Carotene, Vitamins-A, B12. It is rich in Iron, Calcium, manganese,fiber etc. Spirulina from NB laboratories is 100% Organic and is developed in pollution free environment and proper supervision. Spirulina can be used by all ages of people. This Spirulina can be taken in various forms like Powder, Tablets and can be taken with anything like water, yoghurt etc. Organic Spirulina, as it is a blue-green algae is rich in Chlorophyll and Linolenic acid. Spirulina is rich in Natural antioxidants.

Benefits of adding Spirulina in your Lifestyle:

Consuming Spirulina helps its consumers lead a healthy life style. Spirulina helps in boosting Immune system and helps fight Diabetes, major health enemy of the world. Spirulina can be used by Athletes, Old people and people having normal life. Spirulina helps lower Cholesterol levels and helps increase iron content in body. It helps in having Good eyesight and eliminates Vitamin-A deficiency. Spirulina is rich source of Iodine, so it eliminates problems like goiter, Thyroid problems, Fatigue, Tiredness etc. That’s why Spirulina is termed as Super food and is considered the best health supplement.