Spirulina is used for the treatment and prevention of malnutrition, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, hyperglycemia, anemia, allergic rhinitis and to enhance immunity. Spirulina helps to maintain healthy eyes and skin.

Therapeutic Class

Herbal and Nutraceuticals

Pharmacology

Spirulina is a natural nutritional supplement that is enriched with proteins, vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids and essential fatty acids like gamma linolenic acid. It is called a wonderful gift or wonder food of the earth. Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) belongs to genus phylum cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria are classified as either blue-green algae or as blue-green bacteria.

Spirulina is considered as a rich source of natural proteins, vitamins such as Vitamin A (as β-carotene), Vitamin K, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin B12 and minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, iron, manganese, selenium with unique potent antioxidants & pigments such as Chlorophyll, Phycocyanin, C-phycocyanin, carotenoids, zeaxanthin and enzyme such as Superoxide dismutase (SOD).