Spirulina - Super Food to Fight Aging

By Fight Aging Site Team

Spirulina is a tiny one cell algae and is found to be the most powerful and well-balanced source of nutrition available on the planet. Some sources claim that 1kg of spirulina is equivalent to 1,000kgs of assorted vegetables. With over 100 nutrients, Spirulina is often described as the most complete food source in the world. The American National Aeronautical and Space Agency includes it in their astronauts’ diet and plans to grow Spirulina in its space station.

Spirulina and its nutrients are very well assimilated by the body as the call walls have no cellulose. Spirulina is a low fat, low calorie, cholesterol-free source of protein containing all the essential amino acids. It helps combat problems like diabetes, anemia and atmospheric pollution. It also helps combat 'free radicals' and therefore ailments like cancer, arthritis, cataracts. Moreover, the gamma linolenic acid (GLA) in spirulina dissolves fat deposits, helps prevent heart problems and reduces 'bad cholesterol'. Regular intake of spirulina increases anti-viral activity, stimulates the immune system, reduces kidney toxicity, improves wound healing and reduces radiation sickness.

How to take spirulina
The recommended daily intake is 1-3 grams of spirulina, but if you feel like consuming more, go ahead, as there is no risk of overdose

Spirulina detoxifies the body naturally and has a powerful anti oxidant action. It has 10 times more Beta Carotene than carrots.

Spirulina is a good source of protein and supplies all the essential amino acids.

Spirulina is the best source of GLA which helps to reduce fat, cholesterol and cardiovascular risk. It also helps to check the progression of type 2 diabetes.

Spirulina is a rich source of Iron, Calcium and minerals apart from being a rich source of B-Complex vitamins.

Spirulina is a rich source of the phytonutrients like chlorophyll, phycocyanin and carotenoids which help to cleans the body and improve health.

Spirulina boosts the immune system and helps us to fight virus disease and even cancer. The phagocytic activity of macrophages, the number of natural killer cells and various cytokines are activated. [1]

Spirulina prevents exercise induced oxidative damage to muscle and delayed exhaustion. [2] This anti catabolic action could be of great importance to bodybuilders and athletes.
Spirulina helps prevent aging due to its detoxifying, antioxidant, immune boosting and role in protecting the liver, kidney, brain and various organs in the body.
Spirulina helps to prevent cognitive decline and many other degenerative disorders.

Children who don’t like or get enough vegetables and or have an imbalanced food intake.
Teenagers during their rapid growing period need a sufficient injection of nutrients. Spirulina is ideal for this.
Pregnant women who need extra nutrients.
Seniors who have difficulty in having reasonable average 3 meals per day.
Sport lovers or athletes who need extra nutrients to keep their energy levels up.
Modern busy people who don't have the time to eat good meals.
Patients or people who need high volumes of nutrients to assist recovery (please consult your doctor)
Vegetarians who require extra nutrient sources

Recommended dosage for adults is 10 ~ 20 tablets a day, children under 12 years of age should take 5 ~10 tablets a day.

Conclusion
Spirulina, the healthiest food is your best defense against aging along with Omega 3 fatty acids. The foods we eat are the first line of defense from the negative effects of lifestyle stress, pollution, radiation and toxic chemicals. Add Spirulina to your daily diet to supplement the power of the good foods you eat. Regular exercise and a healthy diet with lots of anti oxidant and detoxifying power can help significantly to ‘Fight Aging and Stay Young’.

Fight Aging Site team has taken maximum care to ensure that the information is authentic. The information has been extracted from published medical trials and text books. The information is not meant to substitute a Physicians advice, nor is it meant to treat any disease. Members are advised to consult a Physician, Dietician, Physiotherapist or Trainer before taking medication or starting an exercise program.