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Spirulina Powder Cert Organic (Spirulina Platensis) Bulk

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Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae. Claims for spirulina benefits include the treatment of various health conditions, as well as the promotion of weight loss.

Spirulina Nutrition
Spirulina contains a number of nutrients, including B-complex vitamins, beta-carotene, and vitamin E. Spirulina is high in protein and also contains antioxidants, minerals, and chlorophyll.

Potential Uses for Spirulina
Spirulina proponents claim that the benefits of spirulina include treatment and/or prevention of the following health problems:

• attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
• cancer
• fatigue
• high cholesterol
• viral infections

Purported spirulina benefits also include weight loss and stimulation of the immune system.

Spirulina Benefits
To date, few human studies have explored spirulina's health benefits. However, test-tube studies and animal-based research suggest that spirulina may help with the following conditions: allergies, oral cancer, diabetes

Spirulina Side Effects
Although few adverse effects are associated with use of spirulina, consuming spirulina may cause headache, muscle pain, sweating, and insomnia in some cases.
As with all supplements, it's also important to consult your health-care provider before using spirulina in combination with other medications and/or supplements.

Suggested Use: 1 tablespoon per day. Add to juice, yogurt or your favorite smoothie.

Botanical Name: Spirulina Platensis
Origin: India
Notes: Non-irradiated. Certified Kosher. Volume: 4.5 cups (dried)/lb

Please choose from our selection of various forms for this herb, i.e. cut & sifted is ideal for making teas, decoctions, teas, etc. Powders for mixing in liquids or producing capsules. If available, we also offer bulk vegetable capsules (575mg/cap) 100-500 caps in zip-lock bags and 1000 caps in canister; Liquid Extracts 1:4 (weight to volume ratio) in 18-20% USP grain alcohol with only organic, ecological or wildcrafted bio-active plants; Tinctures are made in accordance with the Homepathic Pharmacopoeia of the US using fresh plants in 1:10 ratio with pure ethyl alcohol USP 190 grain.

Reference
about.com
Forms of Herbal Preparations
The Herbal Medicine Chest by Sujata Bristow
The Book Of Herbs by Dawn Titmus (Editor), Thunder Bay Press
Herbal Prescriptions for Health and Healing: Your Everyday Guide to Using Herbs Safely and Effectively by Donald J. Brown, Don Brown

Specifications may change without notice.
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