Spirulina
Juicy Trivia
Spirulina is one of the oldest life forms on Earth, blue-green micro algae that helped produce the oxygen in our atmosphere billions of years ago so that other life forms could appear.
Jason Says...
Spirulina is one of the most healthiest superfoods found on the planet. It is an alga that has been growing on the earth for over 3.5 billion years. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants all of which the body needs. It is 60% easy to digest vegetable protein - without any fat or cholesterol. Mixing a spoonful of spirulina into your daily juice or smoothie is possibly one of the easiest and simplest forms of health insurance you can buy into!
Juice or Smoothie?
Juice and Smoothie: just add a teaspoon of the spirulina powder and mix
Juicy Benefits
Hundreds of studies have confirmed spirulina's powerhouse status. It has 60-70% complete protein, meaning it has all 8 essential amino acids and 10 non-essential ones that support good health.
Spirulina aids the reparation damage tissues, increases organ function and energy levels, while also helping to aid digestion by increasing intestinal flora such as lactobacillus and bifidus.
Research
A study of 52 adults, ages 37 to 61, examined Spirulina's effects on people recently found to have high cholesterol. Study participants took 1 gram of Spirulina supplements a day for 12 weeks, and gave fasting blood samples at the beginning and end of the study. By the end of the experiment, average levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol and the potentially harmful LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol decreased. However, blood pressure, weight and body mass index readings did not change, according to the July 2013 paper published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture.
Vitamins, Minerals and Extras
Vitamins A, B Complex and E.
Essential Fatty Acids, Proteins, Amino Acids, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc, Chromium, and Calcium.
References
www.spirulinapowder-review.com/
Disclaimer
Please be aware that we are not Doctors, so it is important BEFORE making any changes that you consult with your GP or Medical Practitioner. The suggestions above are not meant as an alternative to any current medical treatment so please DO NOT stop taking any medications you are on. They are also not an endorsement of their effectiveness, nor a recommendation that they should be followed but instead, provided for informational purposes. None of the information on the Natural Juice Therapy site is intended or implied to treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease.