ORGANIC Spirulina Powder
- 100% pure microalgae spirulina powder
- Perfect for smoothies
- free from additives
- gluten free and vegan
- certified organic
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Spirulina is a cyanobacteria, colloquially known as "blue-green algae". The fact that Spirulina is a cyanobacterium was only discovered after it was classified as an algae. The term "algae" has remained in common usage.
Spirulina has a dark green to blue-green colour. The algae are native to shallow, salty waters, especially in Central America, Southeast Asia, Africa and Australia. It has always been used as a food by the people who live there and is increasingly becoming a superfood in Europe. Today Spirulina is particularly popular with health conscious people and athletes.
Certified organic spirulina algae are gently dried and finely ground to make our spirulina powder. The powder gets its intense green-blue colour from the chlorophyll in the algae. This natural pigment is produced by the plants to convert absorbed light into energy. The powder contains no colouring, additives or preservatives.
How it got its name: Spiral growth
The micro-algae Spirulina belongs to the genus Arthrospira platensis and is characterised in particular by its high protein content of around 60 g per 100 g. The powder is a natural antioxidant. The powder is a natural antioxidant. It also has a strong alkalising effect and can help regulate the acid-base balance.
The micro-algae owes its name to the way it grows: spirally. The powder has a typical spirulina flavour, often described as earthy, grassy or slightly nutty. In 1974, Spirulina was named "Best Food of the Future" by the World Health Organisation.
Our Organic Spirulina Powder is purely vegetable and contains no flavourings or preservatives. It is vegan and naturally contains no gluten or lactose. Gentle processing preserves the ingredients in their best form. The quality of the powder is guaranteed by German inspection bodies.
Usage
Spirulina adds a green colour to food and drink. The powder can be taken as a dietary supplement, mixed with water or juice. It can also be added to smoothies and shakes, cereals and yoghurt. It can also be used as an ingredient in dressings, guacamole or hummus. It is ideal for people who eat few green vegetables. The recommended daily allowance is 4g of spirulina, which is about one teaspoon.