• The green power of antioxidants
• High in complete protein
• Lots of vitamins and minerals
• Detoxification of the body
• Blood pressure and cholesterol under control

Spirulina has been one of the diet stars of recent years: From a purely niche product known only to dedicated healthy eating and superfood enthusiasts, it has evolved into one of the hottest ingredients in a variety of products, from popular green smoothies to luxury cosmetics. Why this interest in inconspicuous... cyanosis?

Yes, cyanobacteria: Spirulina is the marketing name for cyanobacteria of the order Oscillatoriales , closely related to those that regularly bloom in some water reservoirs, spoiling the spirits of swimming enthusiasts and displacing all the organisms that inhabit a particular lake or pond. As usual, however, what is dangerous in some circumstances can prove beneficial in others: This is the case with spirulina, whose health-promoting effects are widely known and interest in it has grown so much in recent years. But don't worry: When prepared for food purposes, as available in our health food store , spirulina loses its harmful properties!

The green power of antioxidants

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The mesmerizing emerald green color of spirulina—both in powder and tablet form—isn't like anything we eat every day, is it? Spirulina owes it to its blue pigment content. This same pigment, a powerful antioxidant, is responsible for the powerful health-promoting properties of cyanosis: Antioxidants prevent the effects of oxidative stress in the body, fighting free radicals that cause cell degeneration and thus aging.

High in complete protein

The protein contained in spirulina is considered healthy and rich, equivalent to the protein in a chicken egg. Before you say that no one eats spirulina in large quantities, consider this: just one tablespoon (about 7 g) of spirulina powder contains a whopping 4 g of protein! And all for only 20 calories—a truly fantastic result. So, if you're looking to boost the protein content of your green smoothie or other dish, spirulina is perfect for that.

Lots of vitamins and minerals

100g of spirulina contains 28.5mg of iron, which is more than double the daily requirement for this ingredient: no other plant source (it should be noted that, as cyanobacteria, spirulina is not a plant in the scientific sense of the word) contains as much iron. It is also rich in zinc, magnesium, manganese, and most of the essential vitamins: except, contrary to popular belief, vitamin B12.

Detoxification of the body

Spirulina helps cleanse the body of toxins. It also has a positive effect on the immune system and boosts metabolism. A recent study also suggests that spirulina may be an antidote for arsenic poisoning, one of the deadliest poisons known to mankind.

Blood pressure and cholesterol under control

What helps us maintain healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels is a balanced, sensible diet and the right amount of daily exercise. The health-promoting properties of spirulina, rich in antioxidants and macro- and microelements, can support these factors and contribute to maintaining normal cholesterol levels and appropriate blood pressure.