The Function and Function of Spirulina and Its Eating Method

Before we introduce the efficacy and function of spirulina and how spirulina is eaten, let's look at what spirulina is. Spirulina, a lower plant, belongs to cyanophyta and trematode. Like bacteria, they have no real nucleus in the cell, so they are also called cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria has a primitive and simple cell structure. It is the earliest photosynthetic organism on the earth and has lived on this planet for 3.5 billion years. It grows in the water body, and its shape can be seen under the microscope as spiral thread, hence its name.

The role of spirulina:

1. Spirulina is rich in protein, up to 60-70%, which is more nutritious than the general concept of food and several times higher than soybean, beef, eggs, etc.

 2. Spirulina is rich in β carotene, which is 15 times that of carrot and 40-60 times that of spinach.

3. Spirulina is rich in vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, B11, B12, C and E. There are many kinds of B vitamins with special physiological functions. Lack of any one of them may lead to diseases.

4. Spirulina contains many trace elements necessary for human body, such as calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, iodine, selenium, iron, copper and zinc. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia and zinc deficiency can lead to stunting. Selenium can activate DNA repair enzymes, stimulate the production of immunoglobulins and antibodies, capture free radicals, reduce or resist the toxicity of some metals in the body, and inhibit the carcinogenic effect of some carcinogens. Selenium can also prevent mountain sickness.

 5. Chlorophyll A contained in Spirulina has its unique function of hematopoiesis and blood purification.

 6. Spirulina contains high gamma linolenic acid, which has the functions of promoting calcium absorption, improving immunity, preventing metabolic disorder and preventing aging.

7. Polysaccharides in Spirulina have anti-radiation function and indirectly inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells by enhancing the immunity of the body. In addition, spirulina polysaccharide can improve the activity of SOD in plasma, reduce the generation of lipid peroxide, and has anti-aging effect.

How to eat spirulina, spirulina eating method:

Spirulina should avoid greasy food. Taking spirulina before meals is helpful to lose weight, and taking spirulina after meals has a health-care effect.

According to the usage and dosage, children and pregnant women should take it under the guidance of doctors.

Effects of Spirulina on Different People：

The elderly: 45% of the spirulina taken by the elderly is aimed at specific diseases, 28% is used to maintain good mental health and 12% is used as nutritional supplement. Among people with special diseases, 22% are to increase blood sugar, 15% are to protect eyes, and 14% are to relieve constipation.

Infants: Spirulina can effectively improve serum protein, and is rich in vitamins, unsaturated fatty acids and enzymes, which can play a good role in natural prolactin.

Teenagers: Spirulina rich in nutrients can meet the needs of vigorous metabolism and growth of teenagers.

Women: Spirulina's natural nourishing effect in beauty and its safety and effectiveness in weight loss have been widely recognized by women. At the same time, due to special physiological reasons, women suffer from more anemia, so they often need iron supplement. Spirulina is rich in iron and easy to absorb. In addition, taking spirulina food for a long time can also relieve premenstrual syndrome and regulate female endocrine.

Athlete: Spirulina is an alkaline food, which has special effects on keeping normal blood alkalescence and eliminating fatigue. It has obvious effects on improving athletes' endurance, explosive force and improving athletes' physical function.