Spirulina

Spirulina is a microscopic spiral-shaped freshwater plant, rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and easily digested plant protein. It is the richest and most concentrated plant source of nutrients on earth and has been used as a superfood in native cultures for thousands of years. The first known use of spirulina was by the Ancient Aztecs and Africans, who ate it in the form of dried cakes. There have been reports of spirulina supplements being used in these times for endurance activities such as long distance running.

Spirulina has since been cultivated and is now popular in many countries including, Japan, China, America and Australia. These days, spirulina tablets are used for energy, endurance, performance, weight loss, and as a vitamin and mineral supplement. Spirulina vitamins are popular with vegetarians and vegans as other conventional vitamin and mineral supplements often have ingredients which are animal derived. Spirulina is also used in traditional Chinese and Western naturopathic medicine for its detoxifying properties on the liver, and as a building and nourishing blood tonic.

Vitamins and Minerals
Spirulina vitamins and minerals are extremely well absorbed because they are naturally occurring and easily digested. They include:
• B vitamins – energy production, nervous system function
• Calcium – strong bones and teeth, nervous system function
• Magnesium – energy production, muscle function, nervous system function
• Iron – healthy blood, immune system function
• Chromium – blood glucose balance
• Zinc – immune system function, tissue repair

Antioxidants
Antioxidants help protect cells of the body against oxidative damage to cells, a process which can lead to premature ageing and disease. Spirulina contains a unique antioxidant known as phycocyanin, a blue pigment not found in any other plant thought to have anti-inflammatory and immune stimulating properties. It also contains other antioxidants including carotenes (beta-carotene), and xanthophylls (zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin).

Space O2 energy supplement consists of spirulina tablets which have been fortified with natural vitamins, organic minerals and alpha lipoic acid for extra energy, performance and endurance. For more information, click here.