Many health advocates could claim that spirulina is high in all amino acid profiles, and contains tonnes of Vit B12, there is numerous evidence that this superfood blue-green algae is revered for it’s potential to cure and erradicate many modern day diseases that are cropping up. Actually spirulina is a freshwater plant that is related to its cousin chlorella. It grows in Hawaii, Mexico and Africa.
It is well researched and for this reason, there are many uses for this powerhouse of a superfood. In fact spirulina is used in countries suffering from malnutrition, as it is rumored to eradicate and even cure potentially life threatening diseases.
We all know that with our ever polluted earth, heavy metals get lodged into our tissues and cells, and rarely find their way out. Look no further than spirulina, it removed heavy metals from deep within the cells and helps them push through the elimination channels of the body. (Including sweat, urine etc.) Another advantage of taking this superfood is that it feeds the good bacteria in our gut, housing beneficial bacteria strains and improving digestive capacity tenfold. It is so effective, in fact, that it can aid in repopulating the gut and harnessing homeostasis. Thus for those suffering from yeast overgrowth such as candida or UTI’s, just taking a teaspoon a day can rapidly improve this condition.
Due to its high number of antibodies, spirulina can help lower blood cholesterol and pressure and fight cancer. Humans are really prone to oxidative stress, and spirulina is sometimes viewed as being very close to human blood and thus feeding it with all the beneficial goodness that oxygen rich blood would. That being said, it reduces cholesterol and boost energy dramatically. More so than your regular cup of Joe. Due to its detoxing properties, Andy ENT (ears, nose and throat) issues can be received when taking this supplement for 3 weeks or more. And if that was no enough, spirulina also protects inflammation in the brain and boosts memory.
So how does one intake this. Well it can be put into raw smoothies, or even into an overnight oats bowl. The trick is to start with 1 teaspoon and reach a a maximum of 1 tablespoon per day, who is about 7 grams. It is unlikely that you can overdose from this blue-green algae, however some people experience healing crisis, this is when toxins are being removed too fast for the body to handle, and thus uncomfortable symptoms are experienced. You can take the powder, tablets or pill form. Some advocates say this should be consumed on an empty stomach, whilst others state after a meal. The truth is everyone is unique, so try which way works best.
So don’t delay, give this superfood a try and see for yourself.