Nutrients

About Spirulina - Health Benefits of spirulina

It is spiral-shaped, blue-green algae which is said to be concentrated with proteins and nutrients like beta carotene and vitamin B. It is ingested in the form of pills or mixed into a drink. Spirulina is a natural, easily assimilated complete protein.

Benefits of Spirulina

  • It is nature's highest source of chlorophyll pigment, rich in such chelated minerals as iron, calcium, zinc, potassium, and magnesium, a fine source of vitamin A and B-complex vitamins.
  • It contains phenylalanine, which acts on the brain's appetite center to decrease hunger pangs - while also keeping your blood sugar at the proper level.
  • If you'd like to slim down, this is a wonderful aid for weight reduction. Take three 500 mg. tablets one-half hour before meals. Once the dosage begins to work, decrease to two or one tablet before meals.

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