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Spirulina

Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a strong and distinctive flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Spirulina powder is sometimes added to smoothies.
  2. Spirulina powder can be added to sauces and gravies.
  3. It can also be used in salad dressings.
  4. Spirulina can be used to add color and nutrients to omelettes and scrambled eggs.

Description

Spirulina is basically a type of blue-green algae that grows in both salt and fresh water. It is a spiral-shaped microalgae that grows naturally in the wild in warm, fresh water lakes. Spirulina's deep blue-green color is what gives the water its greenish hue. It is commonly found in several forms: tablets — which are chewable, fine powder, flakes, and pills or capsules.

Health benefits

  • Spirulina contains phycocyanin, which can fight free radicals and inhibit production of inflammatory signaling molecules, and provide impressive antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.(1)
  • It can lower triglycerides and “bad” LDL cholesterol and at the same time raise “good” HDL cholesterol.(1)
  • It contains anti-cancer properties.(1)
  • It helps to reduce the blood pressure.(1)

Note

Consuming spirulina can cause headaches, allergic reactions, muscle pain, sweating, and insomnia in some cases. People who are allergic to seafood, seaweed, and other sea vegetables should avoid spirulina.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-spirulina#section11

(2) https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-spirulina-89079

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