Spirulina Protein Description

Spirulina protein comes from spirulina. There are 8 essential amino acids in Spirulina Protein. It can lower cholesterol, regulate blood sugar and strengthen the immune system.

Spirulina is a blue-green spiral-shaped microalgae. It’s actually not plant-based but rather a form of a cyanobacteria. Like all cyanobacteria, spirulina obtains its energy through photosynthesis, consuming carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. Spirulina is extremely nutrient-rich with up to 70% protein, lots of beta-carotene, iron, calcium, phosphorus, iodine, chlorophyll, and phycocyanin, a powerful antioxidant—in addition to being a significant source of prebiotic polysaccharides.

Benefits of Spirulina

• It is considered a complete source of high-quality protein and is often compared to eggs for the amount of protein per gram. The protein in Spirulina is highly usable and has a net protein utilization rate of between 50-61%.
• Spirulina is 65% protein and amino acids including the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid (GLA) which has gotten a lot of attention for its anti-inflammatory properties, especially when taken with other quality Omega-3 supplements.
• May Help Balance Blood Sugar
•  Powerful Antioxidants
• May Help Those with Allergies
• Helps Remove Heavy Metals
• Muscle and Endurance Benefits