Spirulina has been around for over 3,000 million years. So named because of its spiral shape, it belongs to the family of cyanobacteria, or blue-green microalgae. In Africa, it is harvested for consumption especially by pregnant women and during times of food shortages.
Spirulina is a source of very many nutrients in a very small volume: it consists 55-70% of excellent quality proteins, is an exceptional source of various carotenoids (beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin etc) and iron. It also contains gamma-linoleic acid, an essential unsaturated fatty acid of the omega-6 family. It also contains chlorophyll and small quantities of minerals.
Premium Spirulina NutriExpert is a food supplement that combines spirulina powder with Vitamin B6:
Ingredients: Spirulina powder, capsule (gelatine, colouring: copper complex of chlorophyllins), emulsifier: magnesium stearate, Vitamin B6.
Average nutritional information for 2 capsules:
Spirulina: 500 mg
Vitamin B6: 2 mg (143% RI) RI: Reference intake
Recommendations for use: 2 capsules daily, should preferably be taken in morning or at midday, with a glass of water. 30-day course.
Recommendations: Keep out of reach of children, and away from heat and damp. To be consumed as part of a varied and balanced diet and of a healthy lifestyle. It is not advisable to exceed the stated dose. Should preferably be consumed before the date shown on the packaging.