Spirulina - A Super Food : Single Celled Nutritional Wonder

Spirulina is a type of marine algae. Like various algae found in the sea, Spirulina is also a type of marine algae. It belongs to the ‘blue green algae’ species. Since it is found especially in the sea, it is cultivated by people living in coastal areas. This algae is a type of algae that grows in the ocean and is known as a blue-green algae.

Spirulina has been used for hundreds of years and was first recorded as a food source by the AZTECS in the 1500s.

This algae belongs to the ‘cyanobacteria’ class in particular. It has a mixture of green and blue colors. Spirulina, which looks green at first glance, is a beneficial marine plant. Spirulina can be consumed after proper processing. Generally, it has a mild fishy smell. When eaten, it has a slightly salty taste. Sometimes it tastes like fish. However, it is a purely vegetarian plant-based food.

Production
Recently, commercial production has started to increase in various countries by creating lakes and ponds. It can also be cultivated in Nepal. It can be produced well, especially in places with a hot climate. It is easy to grow. However, it can be planted. It can be harvested within 2 to 3 weeks of planting and stored as needed. Then it can be processed and used as needed.

Common Uses
Traditionally, it is eaten in vegetables, soups, various salads and various types of food and beverage. However, its use is increasing due to its properties and good benefits. Due to good benefits seen in research, it has recently been commercially produced and made available in the market in the form of powder, capsules, and pills.

According to studies, it seems to be especially beneficial for malnourished children and elderly people. It is beneficial for almost all age groups. It has been used and studied in India and Africa and has been shown to be beneficial for people with malnutrition. It is also used as a botanical medicine.

Adults can generally consume three to five grams of spirulina daily. A balanced intake can prevent malnutrition. It is especially advisable to consume it on an empty stomach in the morning and evening. However, it does not have to be consumed at this time. It can be consumed anywhere, while traveling or doing any work.

Nutritional Composition
A single tablespoon (7 grams) of dried spirulina powder contains:

Protein: 4 g

Fat: 0.5 g

Total carbohydrate: 1.7 g

Sodium: 73.4 mg

Potassium: 95.4 mg

Benefits of Spirulina 
Spirulina includes protein, vitamins B₁, B₂, B₃, copper and iron. It also contains various types of amino acids. Similarly, the GLA and beta-carotene found in it help to stay physically and mentally healthy and get rid of diseases.

Plant protein plays a major role in this. Spirulina is a marine plant, its correct and balanced use helps in reducing obesity on the one hand, and on the other hand, it helps even thin people with malnutrition to become physically and mentally fit.

It contains the substance 'phycocyanin'. Which helps to act as an antioxidant. With the help of antioxidants, it helps to remove the harmful elements of the body. On the one hand, since the harmful elements of the body are removed, a person is interested in eating. When a person is interested in eating, he can remain physically and mentally fit.

Similarly, its regular and balanced consumption provides energy for studying and doing creative work. Because it helps to be mentally healthy, it helps in the intellectual acuity of a person. A person's memory power increases. So that one can review the work done in the past. It is easy to plan for the future.

In conclusion, why to consume Spirulina?
Spirulina has been shown to be effective

1. against certain cancers and viruses
2. to reduce inflammation
3. increase immune function
4. detoxify the liver and kidneys
5. help with diabetes and liver disease 
6. improves the nervous functions.
 

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Spirulina is a type of cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green-algae. It is one of the most nutritious food supplement available in the world. Being nutritious, it is often used for supplementing the diets of people where mal-nutrition has become a major problem. A superfood- containing the protein comparable to the eggs, spirulina lies in the leading position for health and wellness maintenance.