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Green food powders are considered a modern creation of a food product from an individual or a wide variety of dried or juiced grasses, vegetables, Algae, and seaweeds to bring a quality source of concentrated nourishment for supporting healthy human physiology.

Green foods have a tremendous reputation for providing a high level of quality nourishment, like micronutrients and phytocompounds, specifically chlorophyll (The pigment that gives green foods their color).

When prepared and utilized correctly, they can be a great and easy way to add high-quality nourishment to your daily program.

Constituents of Spirulina include:

Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Choline, Vitamin B12, Vitamin A (RAE), Beta carotene, Vitamin A (IU), Vitamin E, Vitamin K
Amino Acids: Tryptophan, Threonine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Valine, Arginine, Histidine, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Proline, Serine
Fatty Acids: Palmitic acid, Linoleic acid, Alpha-linolenic acid, stearidonic acid (SDA), Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), oic Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), Arachidonic acid (AA)
Phytochemicals: Chlorophyll, Phycocyanin, Chlorophyll-a, Xanthophyll, Echinenone, Myxoxanthophyll, Canthaxanthin, Diatoxanthin, 3'-hydroxy echinenone, Beta-cryptoxanthin, Oscilla Xanthine, Phycobiliproteins(c-phycocyanin and allophycocyanin)

Suggested Use: 1 tablespoon per day. Add juice, yogurt, or your favorite smoothie.
Mixing Suggestions: To increase flavor and nutritional profile, combine our organic strawberry powder in a smoothie.

Miscellaneous Facts about our organic raw Spirulina Powder

Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.

Ingredients: Raw Spirulina.

Parts Used: Whole, Spirulina.

Botanical Name: Arthrospira Platensis.
Common Name: Spirulina, dihe, tecuitlatl, Blue-Green Algae.
Origin: Grown and dried in China and packaged with care in Florida, USA.

How to Maintain Optimum Freshness

This product is packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness.
Once opened, push the air out of the pouch before resealing it to preserve maximum potency.
Keep your powder in a cool, dark, dry place.

This product is 100% natural and minimally processed:

Taste, smell, texture, and color vary from batch to batch. Go here to learn why our products may naturally vary.

The important protections we take to bring you safe and nutritious superfoods:

Please go here to discover the essential steps we take to deliver fresh, quality nutrition.

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Video transcription

Hi everyone, Mike Stuchiner, Master Herbalist here with Z Natural Foods, and today we're going to talk about spirulina. But before we get started, a couple of things I gotta go through. One, if you'd like more information about me and want to see other videos of mine, you can go to my YouTube channel, "A Master Herbalist's Perspective," and don't forget to subscribe. It's "Master Herbalists" with an "s." Two, I have to go over our medical disclaimer. The information you're about to listen to and see is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, prescribe, diagnose, or be a replacement for your primary healthcare provider's treatment plan or diagnosis of any general or specific medical conditions. Okay, so with that said, let's get rolling. Today's topic of discussion is going to be the functional food known as spirulina. So, to review a few things, let's start by discussing the idea of green foods in general. Green food supplements or powders are considered to be a modern creation of a food product that combines dried or juiced foods like grass powders, vegetable powders, seaweed powders, and algae powders. The purpose is to provide a concentrated source of nourishment to support human physiology. Green foods are known for their high level of quality nourishment, including micronutrients and phytocompounds like chlorophyll, which gives them their green color. When prepared and utilized correctly, green foods can be an easy and effective way to add high-quality nourishment to your daily diet. Now, let's address the question of whether spirulina is a superfood. To answer this question correctly, we need to understand the definition and characteristics of superfoods and how they compare to functional foods. While there are no specific legal definitions for these terms, functional foods are defined as dietary items that provide nutrients and energy, modulating multiple targeted bodily functions by supporting specific physiological responses. Superfoods, on the other hand, are foods rich in compounds considered beneficial to a person's health, with high nutritional density and low caloric count. While these terms have similarities, there are intrinsic differences that separate them. Therefore, spirulina is considered a functional food rather than a superfood, as functional foods have been intensely researched to understand how unique compounds can support well-being by modulating specific mechanisms of action within the body. Spirulina is an algae that contains a treasure trove of nutrients and nourishment. However, before we delve into its qualities, let's clear up a couple of misconceptions about spirulina. First, while spirulina is technically a source of B12, it contains pseudo-B12, which has similar chemical structures to B12 but cannot be properly utilized by the human body. Second, while spirulina is often touted as a quality source of protein, it is not a complete source of protein as it lacks some non-essential amino acids. Despite these points, spirulina still contains a range of high-quality, nourishing compounds that have the potential to support various aspects of human health. According to a review titled "Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential of Spirulina," spirulina preparations have been shown to influence the immune system by increasing specific activities like macrophage function, stimulating antibody and cytokine production, and increasing the accumulation of natural killer cells in tissues. Spirulina has also exhibited glucose and lipid profile-correcting activity in animals and diabetic patients and antiviral properties against enveloped viruses such as herpes, cytomegalovirus, influenza, and HIV. Additionally, spirulina has been found to inhibit carcinogens, protect tissues, and reduce toxicity in the liver, kidneys, and testicles. It's worth noting that spirulina's ability to grow in hot alkaline environments ensures its hygienic status and makes it one of the cleanest and most natural foods found in its natural environment. Its adaptability to heat also allows it to retain its nutritional value during processing and shelf storage, unlike many other plant foods. Spirulina is also considered a quality source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. The American diet is often rich in pro-inflammatory Omega-6 fatty acids, with the average American consuming as much as 25 times more Omega-6 than Omega-3 fatty acids. Spirulina's fatty acid content can vary depending on the source, but it has been shown to provide GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) in significant amounts. GLA is a unique fatty acid that supports a healthy inflammatory response, and EPA and DHA are essential for various aspects of health, including brain function and cardiovascular health. Chlorophyll, the compound that gives plants their deep green color, is another key component of spirulina. Chlorophyll has highly nourishing and protective properties and plays a role in photosynthesis. When ingested, chlorophyll moves throughout the body and helps in the absorption of lipids and fat-soluble nutrients. Spirulina is also rich in carotenoids, a class of pigments produced by plants, algae, and bacteria. Carotenoids have unique attributes and are researched for their potential antioxidant-like qualities. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, spirulina is considered cooling, increases Yin fluids, builds and enriches the blood, tonifies the spleen and kidneys, clears heat, and tonifies Jing (essence). It is believed to be contraindicated for those with cold and damp symptoms like mucus and yeast. In TCM's Five Element Theory, green foods represent springtime and the wood element, which resonates with the liver and gallbladder. The liver is associated with strategic planning and vision, while the gallbladder is associated with wise decision-making and judgment. Spirulina is known for nourishing the liver and gallbladder and supporting detoxification pathways. In conclusion, spirulina is a functional food with a range of nourishing compounds that have the potential to support various aspects of human health. While it may not meet the criteria of a superfood, its unique qualities and benefits make it a valuable addition to a well-rounded diet. I hope this video was educational, and I encourage you to explore the potential of spirulina for your own health. Until next time, this is Mike Stuchiner, Master Herbalist with Z Natural Foods, signing out. I will see you next time.