What is Spirulina ? |
| Spirulina is a microscopic blue-green algae that flourishes in warm climates and alkaline water. Algae were the first life form to exist on the earth 3.5 billion years ago. |
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| Spirulina is nature’s rich whole plant source of gamma linolenic acid (GLA), beta-carotene and chlorophyll containing all the essential amino acids (including essential fatty acids). Spirulina is 60-70% complete protein that is 95% digestible, and is considered to be the most concentrated plant food that have ever existed. Unlike most other algae, its unique soft cell wall is made of complex sugars and protein, which makes the rich nutrients highly digestible to the body. There is no fruit, vegetable or meat that can provide such complete protein to meet the nutritional needs of the human body. Spirulina is a natural whole food, which can help maintain a balanced diet. |
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| Although Spirulina has a long history, it became commercially available only at the beginning of the 1970s. Spirulina has been selected by NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and the European Space Agency as one of the primary foods to be cultivated during long-term space missions. Spirulina is a popular natural food supplement in many countries. |
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Why use our Nature Complete Spirulina ? |
| Nature Complete Spirulina is organically grown without the use of conventional pesticides, fertilizers or sewage sludge and is processed without ionizing radiation or any additives. To ensure the highest standards, it was approved by the Soil Association, the Vegan Society and Naturland. In 2007 Nature Complete Organic Spirulina was the first to be certified by the Soil Association. |
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| Nature Complete Spirulina is suitable for everyone, including children, vegans, pregnant and nursing mothers. |
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Suggested use : |
| 3 grams (6 tablets) daily, taken all at once or 2-3 times throughout the day. |
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What are the benefits of using Spirulina ? |
| It is hard to eat our recommended 5 a day. The British Nutrition Foundation national diet and nutrition survey in 2004 showed that only 13% of men and 15% of women met the 5 A DAY recommendation of eating at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables each day. Men and women consumed, on average, less than 3 portions of fruit and vegetables per day. Spirulina is a natural whole food that can help maintain a balanced diet, especially for people who have a hectic lifestyle or who do not eat enough fruit and vegetables. |
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| Our certified organic Spirulina is non-GM, free from gluten, artificial colours or additives. 1 gram of our Spirulina provides a similar amount of essential vitamins and minerals to 1000 grams of common fruit and vegetables. |
The following are some of the nutritional benefits of our Organic Spirulina : |
| Chlorophyll | This gives Spirulina its green colour. Chlorophyll is only one molecule different from haemoglobin in human blood and is thought to help detoxify our bodies
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| Beta carotene | It is pure vitamin A. This antioxidant aids vision in dim light |
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| GLA | Gamma linolenic acid is an Omega-6 essential fatty acid. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help to relieve pain
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| Iron | Helps carrying oxygen throughout the body and is essential for healthy blood cells and keeps muscle healthy |
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| Zinc | Helps produce new cells and enzymes and promotes the healing of wounds
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| Potassium | Helps maintain a healthy heart, lowers blood pressure |
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| Magnesium | Helps turn the food we eat into energy, lowers blood pressure, keeps bones healthy and helps prevent osteoporosis |
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| Calcium | Essential for strong bones and teeth, regulates muscle contraction |
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| Vitamin B12 | Regulates blood cells, keeps the nervous system healthy and helps release energy from the food we eat |
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| Vitamin E | Helps to maintain healthy skin and protects cell membranes |
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