Spirulina is a blue-green algae, an excellent source of proteins, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, suitable for those who follow a vegetarian diet.
The protein found in spirulina is of high quality, as it consists of nine essential amino acids and contains high levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). It is also rich in vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene and contains high concentrations of the B vitamin complex and especially B12. Its spirulina content of vitamin B12 is 2-6 times more than raw beef liver, while it contains 58 times more iron than raw spinach and 28 times more than raw beef liver.
All of the above components, provide high levels of energy and help in the proper functioning of the nervous and immune systems. The main advantage of spirulina is that its vitamins and metal salts as a source are not synthetic but 100% natural and in no case contain toxic residues.
The NOW Spirulina 500 mg is derived from 100% plant, non-mutated spirulina, which is cultivated in Hawaii. The plant elements that give this algae its rich blue-green color - chlorophyll, phycocyanin, and beta carotene, help the body to cleanse toxins, absorb proteins more easily, and enhance its antioxidant action respectively.