Miguatemala Health Blog

It will be strange not heard of it. This is a microalga that increasingly has more scientific backing in endorsing its excellent properties and benefits to our health.
Spirulina, a micro algae backed by scientific research.
In both Japan and prestigious universities in the United States with several investigations have supported the properties of spirulina (spirulina) when benefit human health. Scientists at the Osaka Institute of Public Health in Japan three years ago found that spirulina promoted the activation of anti-cancer substances in the body. Meanwhile the School of Medicine and Medical Center from the prestigious University of California at Davis had previously proven that spirulina stimulating the immune system.

Although spirulina nourished many people in Africa and America for centuries, scientists have discovered their huge profits a few years ago. This microalgae is 60% vegetable protein, rich in beta carotene, iron, vitamin B12 and essential fatty acid GLA (omega 6 family). Spirulina offers an impressive profile of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.

Benefits
Apart from strengthening the immune system and reducing cancer risks with antioxidant protection, spirulina supports cardiovascular function and the so called “good cholesterol” grastrointestinal improves health and digestive health in general. For these reasons has been described by some nutrition experts as a true superfood.

Recent research shows promising applications of spirulina, added to other foods. An allied health.

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