DXN Spirulina
Nutrition Facts
| Calories 290 |
| % Daily Value* | |
Spirulina May Help With Blood Sugar Control
Animal studies have shown that spirulina can significantly lower blood sugar levels.
There is also some evidence that spirulina can be effective in humans.
In a study of 25 patients with type 2 diabetes, 2 grams of spirulina led to an impressive reduction in blood sugar levels (9).
HbA1c, a marker for long-term blood sugar levels, decreased from 9% to 8%, which is substantial. Studies estimate that a 1% reduction in this marker can lower the risk of diabetes-related death by 21% (34).
However, this study was small and only lasted for 2 months, so take this with a grain of salt.
Muscle Strength and Endurance May Improve
Exercise-induced oxidative damage is a major contributor to muscle fatigue.
Certain plant foods have antioxidant properties that can help athletes and physically active individuals minimize this damage.
Spirulina appears to be beneficial, with some studies showing improved muscle strength and endurance.In two studies, spirulina was shown to enhance endurance, significantly increasing the time it took for people to become fatigued (28, 29).
Another study in college athletes found that spirulina supplementation increased muscle strength, but did not have any effect on endurance
Reduction in Cholesterol--- Spirulina Can Lower LDL and Triglyceride Levels
Heart disease is currently the world’s biggest killer.
It is known that many measurable factors, termed risk factors, are linked to an increased risk of heart disease.
As it turns out, spirulina has been shown to have beneficial effects on many of them.
For example, it can lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, while raising HDL (the “good”) cholesterol.
In a study of 25 people with type 2 diabetes, 2 grams per day of spirulina significantly improved these markers (9).
Another study in people with high cholesterol found that 1 gram of spirulina per day lowered triglycerides by 16.3% and LDL by 10.1% (10).
Several other studies have shown favorable effects, but with higher doses of 4.5-8 grams of spirulina per day (11, 12).
Along those lines, spirulina has also been shown to prevent the buildup of plaque in your arteries – known as atherosclerosis – and reduce high-density liprotein, also known as "bad" cholesterol. One recent study found that feeding rabbits spirulina reduced their HDL levels while increasing LDL, or low-density lipoprotein – the "good" cholesterol.
Another study found that consuming 4.5 grams of spirulina a day for just six weeks significantly lowered bad cholesterol while increasing the good kind, while lowering blood pressure in the process. At a time when prescription medication is widely used to regulate cholesterol, adding cholesterol-lowering foodsas an all-natural antidote is imperative.
Bottom Line: Studies have shown that spirulina can lower triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, and sometimes may raise HDL (the “good”) cholesterol.
Lower Blood Pressure
Phycocyanin is a pigment found in spirulina that helps lower blood pressure, and while it has yet to be determined exactly how it works, the leading theory is that the algae reverses endothelial dysfunction in metabolic syndrome – that is, there's an imbalance between the relaxation and contraction of the membrane lining the heart and blood vessels, and spirulina helps balance the scales.
Because metabolic syndrome is responsible for raising the risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke, spirulina's role in regulating blood pressure – sans medication – is not only impressive, but far reaching.
Cancer Prevention
Could drinking a smoothie help prevent cancer? If spirulina is an ingredient, it might not be so far-fetched. Spirulina increases production of antibodies – the infection-fighting proteins and cells that improve immunity and help ward off chronic illnesses like cancer. One study even found that, in addition to its ability to control blood cholesterol, spirulina is loaded with potent antioxidant agents that reduce cancer cell growth.
Speedy Weight Loss
Diets high in nutrient-dense, protein-rich foods like spirulina are known to promote weight loss. Because protein is used to develop, grow and maintain pretty much every part of our bodies—from our skin and hair, to our immune system antibodies – getting enough of the nutrient on a daily basis is critical. Protein deficiency can lead to low energy (yep, like that daily afternoon slump), trouble building muscles even after all those gym session, low concentration, unstable blood sugar levels and, of course, trouble maintaining or losing weight.
Eating foods like spirulina may help your body become a lean, mean protein machine. Because it takes more energy to metabolize, eating protein helps maintain lean tissue and burn more fat. The algae can also curb hunger, stopping those food cravings in their tracks.
The Disease Fighter
As well as beta carotene, Spirulina contains other nutrients such as iron, manganese, zinc, copper, selenium, and chromium. These nutrients help fight free radicals, cell-damaging molecules absorbed by the body through pollution, poor diet, injury, or stress. By removing free radicals, the nutrients help the immune system fight cancer and cellular degeneration. In some findings, spirulina has helped reduce oral cancer tumors in laboratory rats, and may thus provide a big medical breakthrough in cancer treatment.
Spirulina has the ability to reduce the bad cholesterol LDL in the body helps prevent the onset of cardiovascular diseases, such as hardening of the arteries and strokes. It also helps lower blood pressure. While not clinically proven, spirulina may also protect against allergic reactions and liver infection.
Research confirms Spirulina promotes digestion and bowel function. It suppresses bad bacteria like e-coli and Candida yeast and stimulates beneficial flora like lactobacillus and bifidobacteria. Healthy flora is the foundation of good health and it increases absorption of nutrients from the foods we eat, and helps protect against infection. Spirulina builds healthy lactobacillus, aiding assimilation and elimination and relieving constipation.
Removing Toxins
In 1994, a Russian Patent was awarded for spirulina as a medical food to reduce allergic reactions from radiation sickness. 270 Children of Chernobyl consuming 5 grams a day for 45 days (donated by Earthrise Farms), lowered radionuclides by 50%, and normalized allergic sensitivities. Today we are subject to an onslaught of toxic chemicals in our air, water, food and drugs. Our bodies need to continually eliminate these accumulated toxins. Spirulina has a completely unique combination of phytonutrients - including chlorophyll, phycocyanin and polysaccharides, that can help cleanse our bodies.
Eye Health:
Research has shown that Spirulina is beneficial for the eyes. It is proven to be effective in treating eye diseases such as geriatric cataracts, diabetic retinal damage (retinitis), nephritic retinal damage and hardening of retinal blood vessels (angiosclerosis).
Dental Health:
Spirulina has a high content of phosphorus and helps improve your teeth.
Treatment of Ulcers:
Spirulina acts as a good treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, thanks to the presence of amino acids, cysteine and a high content of high quality protein. Being rich in chlorophyll, it is great for retaining and restoring a good digestion.Promotes Sexual Vitality:
The high content of protein in Spirulina, as well as the presence of other vitamins, minerals and enzymes, makes it beneficial for improving sexual vigor.
Treatment of Hepatitis and Cirrhosis:
Clinical reports have indicated that Spirulina prevents, as well as cures, fatty liver and hepato-cirrhosis. This supplement should be taken for at least one month to notice beneficial results.
To stop hair fall and to have long and healthy hair
Spirulina is a natural way to keep your hair strong and glossy. Not only is it a source of complete protein containing all the essential amino acids, it is also a good source of bio available iron8, that can help prevent hair loss due to iron deficiency. As an excellent source of the essential fatty acid GLA, Spirulina improves the hair texture and helps prevent dry, brittle hair. Finally, the presence of vitamin B-complex, vitamin E and zinc, also boosts healthy hair. In the same way, Spirulina promotes strong nails. Especially through its high content of carotenoids, iron, essential amino acids, GLA and B-complex vitamins.
How to Take Spirulina
Spirulina is now commercially available in tablet or powder form. Some health tonics contain spirulina as part of their ingredients. A simple daily regimen for spirulina involves taking three 300mg tablets two times daily.
Sources for these forms of spirulina are normally laboratory-grown. Harvesting spirulina from more natural settings has posed a challenge because of possible contamination from toxic substances that cannot be removed from the product. Hopefully, more eco-friendly and safer ways to cultivate the algae can eventually be developed and perfected.
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