Spirulina is a blue-green alga found naturally in alkaline, warm-water lakes. It has the essential fatty acids gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), linoleic and arachidonic acids.It is naturally low in cholesterol, calories, fat and sodium. It is an excellent source ofiron, calcium, folic acid and magnesium.
Since Spirulina is a concentrated whole food, it is easy to incorporate Spirulina in food preparations, especially for children who don't like vegetables.
Studies with men in Japan and India showed that several grams of spirulina daily can reduce serum LDL and improve the cholesterol ratio. Human studies in Germany and India found a weight reduction effect from spirulina along with the cholesterol normalizing effects.Studies with men in Japan and India showed that several grams of spirulina daily can reduce serum LDL and improve the cholesterol ratio. Human studies in Germany and India found a weight reduction effect from spirulina along with the cholesterol normalizing effects.
It has long been known that folate and vitamin B-12 are important to the healthy functioning of the nervous system. Now a new study published in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" suggests that the interaction between these nutrients may play a significant role in protecting cognitive function as a person ages.It has long been known that folate and vitamin B-12 are important to the healthy functioning of the nervous system. Now a new study published in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" suggests that the interaction between these nutrients may play a significant role in protecting cognitive function as a person ages.
Alternative Medicine by Burton Goldberg, page 321
(Source:Prescription For Dietary Wellness by Phyllis A Balch, page 33)
Health benefits of DXN Spirulina
DXN SPIRULINA :Being a Super Food, Spirulina Contains all the Dietary components in optimum proportion to nourish our Growth and Development. At the same time, it helps to keep our body in a perfect state of balance.
The dietary composition and active ingredients of Spirulina are as follows :
Proteins :Essential Amino Acids (60% - 65%)
Carbohydrates :Polysaccharides, Glycogen (15%)
Fats :Essential Fatty Acids, like GLA (5% - 8%)
Vitamins : B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, Others (0.75%)
Minerals & Trace Elements : Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium,(8%) Selenium etc. in collodial form
Natural Pigments : Phycocyanin, Chlorophyll, Xanthophyll, Beta Carotene
Health benefits of Spirulina :
• Growth and development
• Energy Booster
• Strengthening Immune System
• Zero Cholesterol Food
• Improving Gastrointestinal and digestive health
• Enhancing Natural Cleansing and Detoxification
• Better Antioxidant protection, reducing cancer risk
• Slimming and weight loss
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