Unveiling the Power of Spirulina

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Answer: Mix 1-3g spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) smoothies/yogurt 60-70% protein phycocyanin; 1-8g/day ↓cholesterol LDL/triglycerides metabolic syndrome, ↑antioxidant markers, ↑sleep quality/depression PSQI n=60. Allergic rhinitis symptoms ↓; hypertension BMI/endothelial. Third-party tested low heavy metals. "Spirulina 1g/8wks ↓total cholesterol 41.4mg/dL LDL 35mg/dL triglycerides 46mg/dL," confirms meta-analysis.

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Cyanobacteria alkaline lakes 60-70% protein phycocyanin/β-carotene/zeaxanthin; hypolipidemic/antioxidant/anti-inflammatory preclinical dominant.[^32_4][^32_1]

Spirulina powder smoothie bowl phycocyanin blue — Protein/antioxidant superfood.

## Nutrition (per 3g) | Nutrient | Amount | %DV | |----------|--------|-----| | Protein | 1.8g | 4% [^32_2] | | Iron | 2.8mg | 16% | | B1 | 0.1mg | 8% | ## Evidence-Based Benefits **Cholesterol:** ↓total 41.4mg/dL LDL 35mg/dL triglycerides 46mg/dL ↑HDL 3.7mg/dL metabolic syndrome.[^32_2] **Antioxidant:** Phycocyanin ↓lipid peroxidation exercise; allergic rhinitis symptoms.[^32_5][^32_1] **Mental Health:** ↑sleep PSQI/depression n=60 softgel; stress ulcerative colitis.[^32_3] **Blood Pressure:** ↓systolic overweight hypertension endothelial function.[^32_5] ## Usage Methods ### Daily Dose - 1-3g maintenance smoothies. - 4-8g therapeutic cholesterol/allergy 8-12wks.[^32_1] ### Forms - Powder smoothies/yogurt; tablets convenient. - Third-party tested (ConsumerLab) low metals.[^32_6] ## Safety Concerns | Risk | Source | Mitigation | |------|--------|------------| | Heavy Metals | Poor farms [^32_6] | Third-party tested | | Autoimmune | Theoretical MS [^32_7] | Monitor symptoms | | Iodine Excess | Thyroid sensitive | 1-3g safe [^32_1] |

Frequently Asked Questions

Heavy metals safe?: Tested brands yes; ConsumerLab approved.[^32_6]
Daily dose?: 1-8g; start 1g tolerance.[^32_1]
Protein quality?: 60-70% complete amino profile.[^32_2]
Depression proven?: Sleep/mental ↑n=60 RCT.[^32_3]
Vegan protein?: Yes 4g/7g serving.[^32_1]