SPIRULINA SUPER FOOD-SUPER- FUTURE FUEL
MARVIN OLUOCH
20/10/2013
Spirulina, “best food for the future” (United Nations World Food Conference, 1974), is a
microscopic plant that grows in alkaline water. This microorganism is amongst the first living
organisms, appearing over 3 billion years ago, and displays the most fascinating nutritional
properties of any food on earth.
Spirulina is very high in protein, very low in calories and cholesterol, and high in enzymes,
minerals (iron, calcium, sodium and magnesium), and phenolic acids, which have antioxidant
properties. (FAO)
Although grown in many countries around the world, it is in African lakes that Spirulina has
grown naturally for many millennia. It traditionally forms a daily part of the diet for communities
around Lake Chad where it is referred to as ‘Dihé’ and where it grows naturally, just as it does in
many of the alkaline lakes in Kenya’s Rift Valley.
The United Nations (UN) supports intergovernmental projects of Spirulina with the
recommendation of the World Health Organisation (WHO) who state that “Spirulina is an
interesting food for many reasons, richness in iron and proteins, among others, and it can be
proposed to children without risk. We at WHO consider it a very suitable food." (WHO, 1993).
Intensively researched since the 1970s, Spirulina has been approved as a health food by both
WHO and the Food and Drugs Administration of the United States (USFDA).
SPIRULINA contains:
• High-quality complete protein (60-70%)
• Micronutrient minerals: calcium,
that is denser and more digestible than any
magnesium, zinc, potassium and many more
animal-derived protein.
• Essential Trace minerals
• All the known B vitamins, including
vitamin B12 which is almost never found in • Omega-3 fatty acids including GLA
plants.
• Nucleic acids (RNA & DNA)
• Vitamin C, D & E
• Chlorophyll
• Beta-carotene
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Naturally Grown
We Spirulina is Naturally grown under the hot tropical African sun using the most
environmentally friendly form of cultivation. Our product is hand harvested every morning and
dried in a special low heat solar dryer. All processing and packing is done hygienically onsite to
ensure the highest quality product possible.
The health and quality of the Spirulina is monitored daily to ensure only the finest product is
harvested and packed for our consumer.
Spirulina was the first Kenyan Spirulina to be fully certified by the Kenya Bureau of Standards.
Spirulina – the Green food for a Green Planet.
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Spirulina does not need fertile land for cultivation and therefore conserves fertile land
and soil. It has over 60 % protein that is higher than any other food besides benefits of
rapid growth and higher yield.
Spirulina requires less energy input per kilo than soy, corn, or bovine protein. As cheap
energy sources are depleted, costs of energy dependent foods will rise up with energy
prices .
Spirulina uses less water per kilo of protein than other foods as the water is recycled back
to the ponds after harvesting .
Spirulina is a big oxygen producer that is even more efficient than trees and forests to
absorb Carbon dioxide and release Oxygen.
Spirulina production uses non-fertile land and brackish water and is a potent remedy to
deforestation to cultivate food. As people eat lower on the food chain, the pressures to
destroy wilderness can be halted and help re-green our planet.
Spirulina has no externalized hidden costs in terms of depletion of fresh water, fertile top
soil and forests, pollution from pesticides, herbicides, and toxins. No long term medical
costs from unhealthy foods with chemical additives.
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Benefits of Spirulina
The Nutritional Power in Spirulina
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The highest quality protein available.
Higher in protein value than beef, chicken, turkey, eggs, soybeans, rice, tofu or wheat.
70% protein which is 95% digestible compared to 20% from meat protein.
Contains all of the essential amino acids that the body cannot produce.
Contains no fats or starches.
Grown in a controlled environment, free from pollutants and toxins.
A Vitamin and Mineral Gold-Mine
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25 times higher in beta-carotene than carrots.
28 times higher in iron than beef liver, and 56 times higher than spinach or steak.
The highest whole food source of B-12, which is important for vegetarians.
Rich in glycogen which is rarely found in plants. Glycogen is stored in the liver for quick
energy.
Richer in chlorophyll than alfalfa and wheat grass.
Good for the Environment
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Produced through ecologically sound aqua-culture.
100% Natural and Non Toxic.
Creates clean air as it grows by removing carbon dioxide and replenishing oxygen to the
atmosphere.
Since its re-discovery in the 1960’s, Spirulina has been on of the most researched food
supplements ever. Over 200 Scientific Studies have been conducted showing health benefits of
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Spirulina.
First and foremost our Spirulina is a Natural Food Supplement. As a food supplement Spirulina
is exceptional because it is packed with Protein Vitamins and Minerals. Spirulina is one of the
most concentrated natural sources of nutrition known. It contains all the essential amino acids, is
rich in chlorophyll, beta-carotene and its co-factors, and other natural hytochemicals. Spirulina is
the only green food rich in GLA essential fatty acid. GLA timulates growth in some animals and
makes skin and hair shiny and soft yet more durable. GLA also acts as an anti-inflammatory,
sometimes alleviating symptoms of arthritic conditions.
Spirulina Contains
Protein
Spirulina has 20 times as much protein as soybeans growing on an equal-sized area of land. It is
a complete protein, containing all essential amino acids, though with reduced amounts of
methionine, cysteine, and lysine when compared to the proteins of meat, eggs, and milk. It is,
however, superiour to typical plant protein, such as that from legumes. Spirulina is 65-71%
complete protein. In comparison, beef is only 22% protein.
Essential Fatty Acids
Spirulina contains a nice array of EFA's which are so important for overall health. It has Gammalinolenic acid (GLA), alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), linoleic (LA), and arachidonic acids. (AA),
Stearidonic acid (SDA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Amino Acids:
Spirulina contains ten of the twelve non-essential amino acids all the 8 essential amino acids:
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ISOLEUCINE : Required for optimal growth, intelligence development and nitrogen
equilibrium in the body Used to synthesize other non-essential amino acids.
LEUCINE: Stimulator of brain function, increases muscular energy levels.
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LYSINE: Building block of blood antibodies, strengthens circulatory system and
maintains normal growth of cells.
METHIONINE: Vital lipotropic (fat and lipid metabolizing) amino acid that maintains
liver health. An anti-stress factor, it calms the nerves.
PHENYLALANINE: Required by the thyroid gland for production of thyroxine which
stimulates metabolic rate.
THREONINE: Improves intestinal competence and digestive assimilation.
TRYPTOPHANE: Increases utilization of B vitamins,improves nerve health and stability
of the emotions. Promotes sense of calm.
VALINE: Stimulates mental capacity and muscle coordination.
Vitamins
Spirulina also contains a nice array of vitamins, especially B vitamins. They include B1
(thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (nicotinamide), B6 (pyridoxine), B9 (folic acid), B12
(cobalamin), vitamin C, vitamin D, and vitamin E. A teaspoon of spirulina contains 2.5 times the
RDA of vitamin B12 and contains over twice the amount of this vitamin found in an equivalent
serving of liver.
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PYRIDOXINE or B6: Involved in breakdown and assimilation of protein. Protects
cardiac health, reduces edema and stabilizes female hormone levels. Dr. Carl Pfeiffer has
demonstrated that B6, together with the mineral zinc, can cure some forms of
schizophrenia.
BIOTIN: An enzyme that carries CO, during certain biochemical reactions involved in
carbohydrate metabolism. Also acts as a co-enzyme in the assimilation of other Bcomplex vitamins. Biotin is destroyed by eating raw egg whites and some kinds of raw
fish.
COBALAMIN or B12: The most difficult of all vitamins to obtain from vegetable
sources. A B12 deficiency results in pernicious anemia, nerve degeneration, premature
senility, pronounced fatigue and mental illnesses resembling schizophrenia.
PANTOTHENIC ACID: The "stress" vitamin, used by the adrenal glands, along with
cholesterol and vitamin C, to manufacture cortisone and other steroids in response to
physical and mental stress. Deficiency encourages sensitivity to allergy, infection and
degenerative diseases such as arthritis and rheumatism. Ulcers and hypoglycemia have
also been associated with shortage of this vitamin.
FOLIC ACID: Essential to proper hemoglobin formation in red blood cells. Deficiency
results in anemia, poor growth, skin pigmentation disorders and premature graying of the
hair.
INOSITOL: Vital lipotropic nutrient that sustains liver health and helps detoxify
carcinogens, particularly excess female hormones. Helps normalize blood cholesterol
levels. With choline, inositol is used by the liver to manufacture lecithin. Inositol is the
second most abundant vitamin in the body, after niacin. Recent studies indicate that
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inositol, with biotin, reduces loss of scalp hair.
NIACIN: Also known as nicotinic acid and niacinamide, which is an alternative form,
niacin is essential to mental health. Dr. Abram Hoffer, a renowned pioneer in
orthomolecular psychiatry, has completely relieved schizophrenic symptoms using
niacin. The Physicians' Desk Reference, a pharmaceutical text used by doctors when
prescribing medication, recognizes niacin as an effective cholesterol lowering agent.
RIBOFLAVIN or B2: The most common vitamin deficiency is that of riboflavin and
results in cataracts, failing vision, watery eyes and uncontrollable eczema.
THIAMINE or B 1: A co-enzyme in the breakdown of dietary carbohydrate. Maintains
levels of glucose in the blood. Deficiency results in weakness, cardiac damage,
abdominal distention and poor oxygenation. Severe shortage results in death; critical
toxemia develops from unmetabolized carbohydrate fragments.
TOCOPHEROL or vitamin E: Spirulina contains more vitamin E per gram than pure
wheat germ. This nutrient protects heart and vascular health, promotes oxygenation of
cells, and retards aging.
Minerals
Spirulina is a rich source of potassim and also contains calcium, chromium, copper, iron,
magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, sodium and zinc.
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POTASSIUM: A crucial mineral that regulates body electrolyte balance. Deficiency can
cause heart arrest, hypertension, adrenal exhaustion and muscular collapse.
CALCIUM: The most abundant mineral in the body, it is especially important to bone
and dental health, but is also involved in neural transmissions to the muscles. Spirulina
supplies about as much calcium, gram for gram, as milk.
ZINC: The pivot point of over thirty vital enzymatic reactions, with profound effects on
mental health, skin tone, prostate function and healing capacity.
MAGNESIUM: Deficiency can lead to spasmodic muscle disorders, including cardiac
irregularities. Helps assimilation of vitamin C, B vitamins and protein.
MANGANESE: Activates enzyme systems, along with zinc. Promotes activity of
neurotransmitter acetylcholine, and helps stabilize blood sugar.
SELENIUM: Originally believed to be a toxic heavy metal, but now known to be
necessary for health. It retards aging, harmful oxidation and free radical formation,
reduces the toxic effect of carcinogens, and improves cardiac efficiency.
IRON: Promotes formation of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying blood pigment found in
healthy red blood cells. Iron deficiency is most common among women in their
reproductive years.
PHOSPHORUS: The second most abundant mineral in the human body, it is found in
practically every cell. Functions with calcium to maintain bone density. Helps to digest
carbohydrates and the B vitamins niacin and riboflavin.
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Chlorophyll
Richer in chlorophyll than alfalfa and wheat grass.
Phycocyanin
The pigment which gives Spirulina its blue cast is phycocyanin, found in concentrations of about
7 percent,. Phycocyanin is related to the human pigment bilirubin, which is important to healthy
liver function and digestion of amino acids.
Spirulina Promotes Natural Healing
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Aids in protecting the immune system. There is some evidence that spirulina increases
production of antibodies, cytokines (infection fighting proteins), and other cells that
improve immunity and help ward off infection and chronic illnesses such as cancer.
Helps the body absorb minerals
Spirulina is great during a fast as it supplies nutrients in a naturally digestible form that
are needed to cleanse and heal while curbing the appetite.
Beneficial for those with hypoglycemia between meals because of its high protein
content. It actually helps the liver and pancreas to regulate blood carbohydrate levels.
There is emerging evidence that it may also help those with type 2 diabetes by reducing
fasting blood sugar in as little as two months of use.
A study using animals showed that Spirulina helps prevent heart damage caused by
chemotherapy using Doxorubicin without interfering with its anti-tumor activity. In
another study participants exhibited significant changes in cholesterol and blood pressure
including lowered total cholesterol; increased HDL cholesterol; lowered triglycerides;
and lowered systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Spirulina reduces the severity of strokes and improves recovery of movement after a
stroke
Another great benefit for all of you work-out fiends is that spirulina will help prevent
skeletal muscle damage. The Chinese and Cuban Olympic teams eat the stuff daily.
Spirulina may reverse age-related declines in memory and learning.
Some studies suggest that spirulina may protect against allergic reactions by stopping the
release of histamines (substances that contribute to allergy symptoms, such as a runny
nose, watery eyes, hives, and soft-tissue swelling).
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Spirulina Recipes
The best way to take Spirulina is with water, juice, milk, etc each morning with your breakfast.
By taking Spirulina in the morning you get essential nutrition and energy for the day.
A few things to note:
1. Spirulina is a Natural Superfood – initial use of Spirulina may cause unusual bowel
movements as your body adjusts to this powerful nutrition. This will pass after just a couple of
uses.
2. Spirulina is Powerful Detoxifier – due to poor lifestyles or diets, toxins accumulate in our
bodies. As you begin to take Spirulina, these toxins will be removed from your body. This
removal of toxins may cause the user to feel unwell or weak for the first 2-3 days after which a
comprehensive cleansing of your body will have taken place and you will begin to feel the full
positive effect of Spirulina.
3. Spirulina should only be re-hydrated immediately before use. Do not wet spoon to remove
the Spirulina powder from the packet, and remember to reseal the pack immediately.
4. When using Spirulina with food, it should only be added after the food is cooked. Heating
Spirulina over 70 degrees Celsius will result is loss of some nutrition. Adding spirulina to your
regular meals will make them a whole lot healthier for you and your family.
5. If you are just beginning to use Spirulina powder, use 1-2 tsp. per recipe until you adjust to
the taste, after which gradually increase dosage to the required amount over a week or so.
Cooking with Spirulina can be fun and very tasty! If you are choosing to use Spirulina powder
in your culinary creations, or just sprinkled on you dinner salad, you will find a new zest and
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excitement with your food. It's easy, nutritious and colourful. As you integrate Spirulina powder
in your diet, you will be able to see how versatile and beneficial a food it can be.
One of the best ways to enjoy Spirulina is in a healthy nutritious smoothie.
Classic Fresh Fruit Smoothie
100 grams or more of your favourite fruits - papaya, banana, pianpple, guava etc
250 ml of yougurt, 100 ml of milk,
1 - 2 tsp Spirulina powder
Ice (if required), Dash of Honey (If required)
Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth, serve and enjoy.
Summer Dreams
100 grams or more of the berries in season,
Yogurt and milk, Dash of lime, Ice,
1 - 2 tsp of Spirulina.
Blend, serve and enjoy.
Green Mary
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500ml tomato juice, with celery and other vegetables,
1 - 2 tsp l spirulina powder, salt, pepper and ice,
Optional: add a dash of worcester or tabasco sauce for an extra kick.
Blend, serve and enjoy.
Other foods:
Spirulina salsa
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3 fresh tomatoes with their juices
2 teaspoons minced garlic or 3 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon Spirulina
1 green onion, diced fine
1 jalapeno pepper, with seeds or 1 teaspoon sliced jalapenos from a jar
Cut up all the ingredients and mix together. Microwave on high for two minutes, stirring once.
Enjoy. Also tastes great with crackers or pita bread.
Guacamole
You can mix 2 mashed avocados, cayenne, fresh lime, 2 medium tomatoes, 2 cloves of crushed
garlic and salt to taste into a teaspoon of spirulina. Cream Dip. Four teaspoons of sour cream,
lemon juice, 3 teaspoons of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of spirulina mixed together makes a
delicious cream dip.
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2 ripe avocados
1 small onion
1 clove garlic
1 small tomato
1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice (or juice of 1 fresh lime)
salt and pepper to taste
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Peel avocados and remove the pit, Peel and mince the onion and the garlic, Chop the tomato.
Mash the avocado in a bowl (fun for the kids) and then stir in the remaining ingredients.
Serve cold with tortillas
Pesto pasta sauce
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2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano or Romano cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts
3 medium sized garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
You can add a little kick to your pesto with 2 teaspoons of Spirulina.
Tofu salad
Any kind of raw vegetables will taste good in a tofu salad. Add in a heaped teaspoon of
spirulina into 250 grams of firm tofu, bell pepper, tomatoes, pepper or salad sauce and toss
together.
Spicy Spirulina popcorn
100g pre-popped popcorn, Knob of melted butter, 1/2 tsp Chilli powder
1 tsp of Spirulina powder
Add all the ingredients to the popcorn in a large bowl or brown bag, then toss or shake until the
popcorn is coated.
Spirulina Facemask
1 ripe avocado
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2 tsp Spirulina powder
Mash the avocado and mix in the Spirulina powder. Apply to the face. Leave for 15-20 mins
then rinse off with cool water.
Spoons & Grams
1 level teaspoon = Approx. 1.5 grams
1 Heaped teaspoon = Approx. 4 grams
1 level Dessertspoon = Approx. 4 grams
1 Heaped Dessertspoon = approx. 9 grams
1 level Tablespoon = Approx. 8 grams
1 Heaped Tablespoon = Approx. 14 grams
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