Spring Out The Spirulina!

There is a supplement that exists whose origin point comes from a certain form of algae that has a lot of health benefits and this particular type of supplement is called spirulina. It is a cyanobacteria which is a single-celled microbe that is actually a form of blue-green algae that can be grown in both fresh water and salt water. Spirulina contains many anti-inflammatory properties along with being extremely high in an abundance of nutrients.

Studies have shown that spirulina tends to lower blood sugar levels along with increasing the hemoglobin of red blood cells to prevent certain forms of anemia which is when the amount of hemoglobin in your blood is reduced. It’s also been revealed to possibly lower blood pressure. Spirulina could also be an alternative to allergy medicine because it has been shown to reduce certain forms of hay fever in certain individuals. As a supplement, spirulina can be taken in either tablet or powder form. Spirulina may improve muscle strength and endurance along with making the muscles firm and hard. Spirulina contains antioxidant properties which helps to prevent oxidative damage which is a major factor of fatigue in the muscles. A certain amount of studies have also shown that spirulina’s oxidative properties helps to keep your cholesterol and triglycerides at a normal level.