Nu-Health Spirulina (500 mg, 100 Tablets)

Spirulina is a blue-green algae containing complete, balanced protein and a wide range of valuable nutrients. Spirulina is approximately 70% easily digestible protein. It contains 18 out of 22 amino acids and all of the essential amino acids, making it a unique vegetarian source of complete protein. Better yet, Spirulina protein is 95% digestible compared to meat sources, which are often difficult for the body to break down. In fact, beef protein is estimated to be only 20% digestible. Spirulina is a wonderful way to consume high quality protein that's easy on the body. It contains enzymes, which naturally assist in the digestion process. Doctors and Scientists recommend we eat five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. In real life, it doesn't always happen. That's why you need Spirulina. Spirulina supplies more concentrated vegetable nutrition than any other whole food.

The complete, whole-food nutrition found in this ancient food provides an endless list of health benefits. Spirulina is particularly high in beta-carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radical damage. It also converts into vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is essential for healthy eyes, skin, teeth, nails, hair, bones and a strong immune system. Spirulina is an excellent source of B vitamins, particularly vitamin B12, which is important for vegetarians. This nutritious food also contains vitamin E, a highly bioavailable source of iron, 14 naturally chelated minerals and numerous trace elements.

In addition to being one of the most nutrient-rich foods on earth, Spirulina is low in fat, calories and cholesterol. Many people have found that when they eat Spirulina before a meal, it satisfies their appetite allowing them to reduce their overall food consumption. When the body receives proper nutrition, it is far less likely to have an overactive appetite, which can lead undernourished people to eat large amounts of food. Spirulina is a nutrient rich food that will satisfy the appetite with few calories. This Super Food can be a valuable part of any healthy weight loss program. Spirulina is also an excellent source of complex carbohydrates. It contains glycogen and rhamnose, which are easily absorbed by the body and converted into quick energy. This low calorie, high protein, nutritious food provides the abundant energy we need to live each day to the fullest.

With the increase in popularity of 'green foods', Spirulina has become increasingly in demand. It has been reputed to be useful in the treatment of:

• Diabetes
• Glaucoma
• Liver pathologies
• Cancer
• Increasing neurotransmitter formation
• Acting as an appetite suppressant
• Supports healthy immune system
• Supports normal cholesterol levels
• Boosts energy and cellular health

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take three (3) or more capsules 1/2 hour before meals with 8 oz. of water, or as directed by your physician

主要功效
螺旋藻的营养极其丰富，含蛋白质高达60-70%,是牛肉的3倍，猪肝的4倍，鸡蛋的6倍，大米的10倍，螺旋藻所含蛋白质由18种氨基酸组成，其中8种是人体必需又不能自行合成的。含有A、B1、B2、B6、B12、E、PP、K、泛酸、叶酸等多种维生素，几乎所有的维生素都可以在螺旋藻中找到。VB12含量最高，比猪肝高3倍，可以纠正恶性贫血。
螺旋藻含有丰富、完整的必须氨基酸，可提供身体组织重建、调整肝脏代谢机能的重要元素。螺旋藻含有高达60~70﹪的优质蛋白质，比大豆（33~35﹪）多1倍以上，甚至是牛肉（18~20﹪）的3倍以上，因此可当作优质的高蛋白质食品。 螺旋藻中含有高量的γ-次亚麻油酸（GLA），几乎是月見草油的3倍。GLA是一种必须脂肪酸，可以帮助体内褐色脂肪（存在于多余的脂肪赘肉中）组织代谢，进而达到消除脂肪与多余体重的效果。GLA也可在身体内合成前列腺素中的PGE1，协助控制多项身体生理机能，包括减少血液中的胆固醇。
螺旋藻含有丰富的维他命与矿物质，可维持新陈代谢的顺畅。富含的维他命A，可维持皮肤的健康。维他命B群，可促进热量的代谢与水分的排除。钾可促进代谢性水分的排泄，钙可抑制肥胖荷尔蒙的分泌，磷可以加强能量的代谢作用，镁可维持正常的造血机能与神经系统的正常。
螺旋藻丰富的碱性矿物质（尤其是钾与钙质），可维持血液中酸碱值的平衡，使新陈代谢维持高水平表现，並减少疲劳感的产生。 脂肪代谢过程中会产生大量的废物与毒素，若无法迅速排除，将会对细胞造成不良的影响。螺旋藻中丰富的叶绿素可以协助人体排除有害的化学物质、重金属与污染物，保护肝脏细胞避免毒素的干扰，也可以减轻废物对肝脏的负担。 螺旋藻富含的微量矿物质与SOD成分，提供了細胞基本的防御能力，加上强化肝脏解毒的效果，使得补充螺旋藻的人，能保有健康的肌肤与肤色。
螺旋藻含有珍貴的DNA-RNA营养成分，是主宰细胞的增殖、新生、修复与新陈代谢的重要关键物质，因此对于身体机能有「賦活」的作用。藉由补充螺旋藻可使人们轻松获得DNA-RNA的营养补充，不但可以减缓生理老化的现象，还能使细胞的新陈代谢充满活力与朝气。