{"id":1509,"date":"2022-07-11T17:29:04","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T17:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=1509"},"modified":"2022-07-11T18:17:00","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T18:17:00","slug":"5-benefits-of-spirulina-for-a-natural-health-boost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/5-benefits-of-spirulina-for-a-natural-health-boost\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Benefits of Spirulina for a Natural Health Boost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n

In This Healthy Insight:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. What is Spirulina?<\/a><\/li>
  2. How is Spirulina Harvested<\/a><\/li>
  3. What Nutrients are in Spirulina?<\/a><\/li>
  4. What are the Benefits of Spirulina?<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What is Spirulina?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Spirulina<\/a><\/strong>, also known as phytoplankton, is commonly described as a blue-green microalgae, but it is actually a cyanobacteria that contains chlorophyll. It flourishes in warm climates, and you might be surprised to learn that it\u2019s the green film (scum) floating in your local pond. But don\u2019t let that deter you. It\u2019s got plenty of good stuff going for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It has been used for centuries throughout Central America and Africa but became popular around the world in the 1970s. It\u2019s even a staple in NASA diet plans due to its healthy content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Spirulina<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    How is Spirulina Harvested?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Spirulina<\/a><\/strong> may be harvested naturally or artificially grown in warm, alkaline water. It is then turned into a thick paste and dried or freeze-dried. Spirulina can absorb heavy metals from the water where it is grown. As you can imagine, it has a similar, powerful effect on the body too. When it is cultivated for commercial, dietary and medicinal purposes it is best to do so in closely monitored environments, so always be sure to purchase it from a trusted source. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What Nutrients are in Spirulina?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Spirulina\nmay be one of the most nutrient-packed foods on Earth. It is 60-70% protein, making it a a big\nbonus for vegetarians.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Spirulina is also a great source for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n