Spirulina

Arthrospira platensis

A photosynthesizing cyanphyte that grows dynamically in high temperatures under strong and exposed sunlight.

Family: Lichinaceae

Which probiotic is it in?: Spirulina is a key herb in Bio-Live Gold and Bio-Live Dark.

Habit and cultivation: Can be cultivated on infertile land. Produces high yields with negligible growth requirements.

Actions (known for): Anti-oxidant, immunostimulant, hypoglycaemic, hepatoprotective, nutritional and cholesterol lowering.

History of Spirulina

Spanish explorers discovered that the Aztecs were gathering blue arthrospira from the local lagoons and making biscuits/ cakes to eat and sell. Now considered by WHO to be a super food. This is one of only two instances historically that humans used microbial biomass for food consumption. Partly responsible for producing the oxygen in the planet’s atmosphere.

Parts used from the Spirulina

Whole algae.

Constituents (bio available chemicals):

Approx 65% crude protein, C-phycocyanin, allophycocyanin and gamma linolenic acid.

Nutritional constituents:

Vitamins: A, B-complex, C, E and K. Minerals: iron, manganese, selenium, zinc, calcium, potassium and magnesium.

Indications:

Adjunct to cancer treatment, diabetes, cholesterol, malnutrition, obesity, boosts metabolism, reduces blood pressure, allergic rhinitis and heart disease.

Dosage:

Powder: 1-10g daily.

British Herbal Pharmacopoeia

Cautions for therapeutic doses

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