Monday, June 16, 2014

The Blue Green Algae Benefits

By Sally Delacruz


Many people have a misconception when talking about blue green algae. Actually, it is not an algae just like what you are thinking. It is a formation of bacteria that is an uncommon green color. It is usually called as cynobacteria, that mostly grow in both fresh and salt water, especially in lakes and ponds where they can produce a dark color of the water. This plantlike organism has a certain type named as spirulina, that is valuable and contains nutrients that will also essential for health benefits.

This was discovered several years ago because it gives various nutritional benefits. The Klamath blue green algae benefits may be found in a diet or in every meal. There are organisms that form or make the groups of blue green algae. This is not a plant, but it is plantlike organism that also has chlorophyll and photosynthesis. The spirulina is the common type of organism found in an algae that is rich in minerals, vitamins and proteins.

The spirulina is a great source of proteins that is served in an six grams of one hundred serving per gram. The protein has an amino acid that completes the source of nutrients in the body. The hundred percent of each serving contains two grams carbohydrates, but zero fat.

With just a twenty six calorie serving, spirulina is a low calorie food. It gives an amount of mineral like calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron. It also contains an amount of phosphorus and zinc that is good in the body. The algae has vitamin A, C, E and numerous of the B vitamins, which includes folate, vitamin B 6, riboflavin and thiamin.

It also provides an excellent health benefits that is essential for a strong immune system. It also good and effective in protecting yourself from any viruses that may attack your condition such as HIV virus. It is also a helpful way to relieve your stress and improve more your toleration in an exercise.

Most studies show that male individuals who consumed spirulina for about four weeks have the chance to work out longer. It may lower down the risk of high blood, cholesterol level and blood pressure. According to studies, diabetic person may also improve their blood lipids and reduce their blood pressure once they take spirulina for twelve weeks.

This is also widely available in capsules found in drug stores. This is a kind of supplement that usually contains Aphanizomeron Flos aquae. Users are suggested to use and choose a product that is certified free of a contamination called the microcystins. This is an hazardous toxin that may not good for the health.

Supplements that are contaminant free are considered safe and effective. However, if you are pregnant or lactating, it is not advisable for you. It is not also good for those who are taking other medication like immunosuppressive. You can consult your doctor for further explanation about their advantages when you consume one that may be helpful for your health.

Sometimes, others would prefer taking this plantlike organism through capsule as their daily supplement compared to eating them during meals. This is because other find it too bad for their taste. Although, it is disgusting sometimes, but the benefits that everyone can get from this organism is great.




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