Spirulina Benefits Problems With Allergic Reactions
Spirulina is one of hundreds of algae species and is commonly known as blue green algae. Algae, including spirulina, are tiny organisms that usually grow on inland waters throughout the world. It looks like a blue-green scum. Algae is usually divided by color. Some of the different algae are blue-green, green, yellow-green, red, and brown. World-wide there are 8000 species of green algae. Of the three main types of algae, spirulina is the easiest to digest.
Spirulina does not have roots, leaves, or stems as most herbs do. But spirulina does contain chlorophyll and performs photosynthesis. Spirulina also creates proteins and sugars as animals do.
Africans living in the Sahara region eat dried spirulina with grains and vegetables. The Aztecs of Mexico were known to eat Spirulina as a staple food, fixing it by drying it and then spreading it on tortillas. Both animals and humans have counted on spirulina as a source of food for centuries.
Following are a few spirulina benefits. Spirulina enhances the immune system through the antioxidants it contains. Spirulina is highly nutritious and is an excellent source of chlorophyll, protein, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It contains twenty-six times the calcium that milk has. It also contains phosphorus, B12, and is a good source of iron. It is safe, has no side effects, and is easy to store. All these won it the name “Manna of the future.” It is used to treat anemia, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, glaucoma, cataracts, hepatitis, physical imbalances, and it aids in weight loss.
Here is more on spirulina’s ability to enhance the immune system. It appears to increase production of anti-inflammatory chemicals known as interferons and interleukins. Consequently, some believe that spirulina may decrease or prevent some allergic responses and block the release of histamine from mast cells during an allergic reaction. By doing this, spirulina may prevent or lessen histamine’s effects. These would include muscle contraction, blood vessel expansion, and stomach acid production.
The afore mentioned antioxidant and immune-enhancing properties in spirulina may help it fight cancer cells. It also helps to release a chemical in the body that attacks tumor cells. Spirulina also appears to block virus cells from entering into host cells. In tests several viruses, including HIV, have apparently been killed or damaged by spirulina.
Spirulina contains all the essential amino acids we need and most of the nonessential ones. It also is extremely high in vitamins and minerals, as noted above. Spirulina is 85% protein, compared with just 20% in beef. In short, Spirulina is an exceptionally potent nutrient. NASA officially stated, “The Nutritional value of one kg spirulina is equivalent to 1,000 kgs of assorted fruits and vegetables.”
Spirulina may be purchased in three forms- tablets, capsules, and powder. One tablespoon of spirulina powder is about seven grams and one to ten are recommended daily. However, when treating more serious illnesses like hepatitis, use four teaspoons a day. The true is, you can consume as much as you want. You can even use it as your primary source of protein. Some make Spirulina smoothies, sprinkle it on their food, or add it to fruit or vegetable juices to add nutrition. It’s a great addition to soups, salads, or pasta, and can change plain yoghurt into green algae yoghurt. But note that Spirulina is most nutritious when uncooked.
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