Botanical name: Arthrospira platensis
Other name: blue-green algae
Spirulina presents itself in the form of a finely textured, consistent powder or flakes, exhibiting a color spectrum ranging from dark blue-green to green. The extraction process of Spirulina involves filtering aqueous extraction from the dried biomass of Arthrospira platensis, resulting in Spirulina extract. Notably, this extract contains phycocyanins as its primary coloring components.
Medicinal Uses:
- Rich in many nutrients
- Boasts powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
- May lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels
- Protects LDL cholesterol from oxidation
- May have anti-cancer properties
- May reduce blood pressure
