How It Works

Spirulina is the best botanical source of complete protein (representing all 9 essential amino acids) available, and it's packed with vitamins and minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and more.

It is also a good source of tryptophan, an essential amino acid that helps balance the nervous system and plays a key role in the body's production of serotonin and the regulation of stress, mood and appetite.

Spirulina contains two-and-a-half times more vitamin B12 than liver, as well as several antioxidant-rich carotenoids and dietary fiber.

Plus, spirulina provides naturally occurring chlorophyll, which helps support the body's blood-cleansing functions and strengthens the immune system. Chlorophyll also supports digestive health, toxin elimination and bowel regularity.

Spirulina nutritionally supports the nervous system and healthy brain function. Its rich supply of antioxidants helps protect the brain from free radical damage.

Spirulina has recently been shown to have beneficial effects on joint health via its antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties.

Recent studies suggest that spirulina may also help maintain normal-range blood pressure levels.

According to records, the Aztecs scooped up this colorful “sea-food” into their boats. And Aztec messengers may have eaten it on their long runs. In the 16th century, Spanish invaders discovered that the Aztecs in the Valley of Mexico were collecting matter or techuitlatl, from the blue lagoons and drying it into “cakes.”

Fast forward to 1940, when the Kanembu people of Northern Africa were seen harvesting spirulina along the shores of Lake Chad. In the late 1960s, spirulina started getting noticed for its bright color and amazing nutritional content. And in the following decade, researchers began examining spirulina as a possible source of inexpensive protein.

Today, this powerhouse of nutrition grows in nearly two dozen countries and is consumed in more than 70 nations across the globe.