Spirulina

Indications

Spirulina is used to treat the deficiency of vitamins and minerals in human. It is used to relieve fatigue, boost the immune system, improve digestion, boost energy level, control appetite, maintain healthy cardiovascular function, support the liver and kidneys, reduce inflammation, and correct anemia. • Malnutrition • Immune deficiency • Diabetes • Lower cholesterol, LDL and triglyceride levels • Protects HDL cholesterol • Effective against anemia • Improves muscle strength and endurance • Maintain Eye and Oral Health • Anti-cancer properties • Reduce blood pressure • Improves symptoms of allergic rhinitis.

Adult Dose

In case of adult, the dose is 1-2 capsules up to three times a day with food.

Contra Indications

It is contraindicated in those who are hypersensitive to Spirulina.

Precautions

Consult your doctor before using this product if you have immune system disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis).

Pregnancy-Lactation

Spirulina is safe during pregnancy and lactation

Interactions

There is no evidence available on drug interaction

Adverse Effects

Spirulina is generally well-tolerated and considered as very safe to take as supplement. The side-effects of Spirulina are primarily gastrointestinal; also include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

Mechanism of Action

Spirulina contains vegetable protein, multi Vitamins, including Vitamin B complex. Spirulina is rich in a range of vitamins and minerals essential for maintaining a healthy immune system, like vitamins E, C, and B6. Research finds that spirulina also boosts the production of white blood cells and antibodies that fight viruses and bacteria in your body. Spirulina activates cellular antioxidant enzymes, inhibits lipid peroxidation and DNA damage, scavenges free radicals, and increases the activity of superoxide dismutase and catalase. Spirulina is a very powerful detoxifying agent. It chelates all types of toxins such as mercury, arsenic, radioactive materials, cadmium, pesticides, and environmental carcinogens, eliminating them from the body. Another study found that spirulina may help increase testosterone levels in male athletes, potentially enhancing their athletic performance. The minerals found in Spirulina are boron, cobalt, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, calcium, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, and zinc, the largest concentrations being iron and magnesium. It also contains DNA and RNA, both increasing cell turnover and slow aging. Spirulina. This blue-green algae comes from lakes and ponds and contains large amounts of calcium, magnesium and potassium. These essential hormone-balancing nutrients can reduce cramps, mood problems, breast tenderness, and overall inflammation. The positive effects of Spirulina in allergic rhinitis are based on adequate evidence. It is believed that the anticancer effects of Spirulina are perhaps derived from ?-carotene, a known antioxidant. There are some positive studies on the cholesterol-lowering effects of Spirulina.

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