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What is Spirulina Powder?
This Spirulina powder is certified organic and guaranteed contaminant free made from blue-green, freshwater algae. It is suitable for a vegan diet and has been dried at low temperatures with nothing added or taken away.
Spirulina powder has only become such a sought-after addition to the Western diet in recent years, meaning that many of our customers are still highly unfamiliar with this nutrient-dense and rather striking food supplement.
Sometimes sold in capsule form, it is made from a special type of unicellular freshwater blue-green algae that was once a valuable source of food and medicine for the Aztecs and Mesoamericans.
Today, spirulina algae is cultivated in lakes and pools all over the world, where it especially thrives at a pH of around 8.5 and a temperature of approximately 30 °C.
Thanks to its high nutritional content, NASA and the European Space Agency both proposed that spirulina be cultivated as a primary source of food during long-term space missions.
Ingredients : 100% organic spirulina powder
Nutritional information
Nutritional value |
per 100g |
Energy |
1420 kJ 336 kcal |
Fat |
1.0 g |
of which saturates |
0.5 g |
Carbohydrate |
13.1 g |
of which sugars |
<0.1 g |
Fibre |
5.1 g |
Protein |
65.9 g |
Salt |
0.90 g |
Storage: store in a cool dry place in a tightly sealed container.
Spirulina Powder Benefits
Those considering the purchase of spirulina powder for the very first time, quite rightly want to know more about its plethora of purported benefits.
These much prized benefits have been enjoyed for thousands of years by the Aztecs for example, who referred to spirulina as ‘tecuitlatl’ and supplied it to their athletes and warriors for added strength and endurance.
So, what makes this nutrient-dense powder extracted from blue-green, freshwater algae so special and which of these benefits would be of greatest interest to you? -
- It contains an abundance of valuable nutrients, including protein (it’s actually considered a complete source of protein, making it a favourite with vegetarians).
- Possesses fibre and chlorophyll (the natural plant pigment that’s responsible for its striking colour and allows plants to absorb energy from light).
- It is also has calcium, vitamins (vitamins B12 and K) and minerals (such as magnesium, potassium, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, iron, copper and manganese).
How to use Spirulina Powder
Spirulina Powder is perfect in smoothies, shakes, juices and protein drinks, or as an additional ingredient in rawfood recipes.
Spirulina Powder Recipe - Spirulina Tropical Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 1/2 cups of fresh or frozen pineapple
- 1/2 a cup of raw almond milk (preferably homemade)
- 1 tbsp. of passion fruit powder
- 1 tbsp. of lucuma powder
-1 tbsp. of spirulina powder
Preparation
Simply place all of the above ingredients into your blender, blitz until smooth and creamy, pour into a glass, and enjoy!
About Superfoodies
With the attention to detail and research that goes into sourcing our products, you can trust this Spirulina powder is and always will be certified organic and only of the highest quality.
Spirulina Powder Summary
Contents |
100 grams |
Packaging |
Powder |
Land and continent of origin |
China, Asia |
Type product |
Freshwater algae |
Allergy information |
Gluten-free. Not suitable for those with an allergy to iodine, algae, chlorella or spirulina. Always read the product information supplied, before deciding to consume spirulina powder. Packaged in an area where nuts are processed. |
Suggested usage |
Smoothies, juices, shakes, liquid meals, raw snacks |
Recommended Dosage |
1 teaspoon, once or twice daily |
Known side effects |
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This product has not been audited or verified by monitoring regulatory authorities. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and / or disorders. Under UK law only a medical doctor may 'treat' illness and disease with a medical origin. The information in this web page is for information purposes only.
Additional Information
SKU | cpSFD00067 |
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Brand | Superfoodies |
Raw Food Recipes | - |
Recommended By | Samantha Peris |
Customer Reviews - 1 Customer Reviews
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Gets better
Theresa | 8/27/13
A beautiful deep green in colour, it took me a while to get used to the taste. I started with a quarter of a teaspooon and I've worken up to 1 level tsp now. I mix it with pineapple juice and it tastes great. I think the key is to build up your quantity.