Parry's Spirulina - Certified Organic
(Spirulina platensis or Arthrospira platensis)
Spirulina benefits: Complete source of protein, benefits the heart, immune system, red blood cells, promotes fitness
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Spirulina has been hailed as a superfood in recent times as more discoveries are made of its constituents and benefits. The United Nations World Health Organization stated ""For WHO, spirulina represents an interesting food for multiple reasons, rich in iron and protein, and is able to be administered to children without any risk. We at WHO consider it a very suitable food."
Said to be one of the only non-animal sources of complete protein, spirulina contains upto 71% protein as well as B-complex vitamins, phycocyanin, chlorophyll, beta-carotene, vitamin E, and various minerals. Spirulina has more protein than beef, eggs, milk and soy, more vitamin A than carrots, more iron than spinach and soy.
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Parry's Organic Spirulina
100 Capsules per Bottle ; 500mg per capsule (Pure Herb Extract)
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Spirulina is a blue-green algae that is cultivated in warm waters. Its ability to thrive in hot, alkaline environments ensures that it is one of the cleanest, naturally sterile foods found in nature. Spirulina is a single celled plant without the hard cellulose covering that plant cells have. This makes it's nutrients especially easy to digest.
Parry's Organic Spirulina
Spirulina from Parry's is certified organic by the the Institut of Markokologie (IMO), Switzerland as per USDA NOP. Parry's Organic Spirulina conforms to USFDA, European and Japanese Health Standards. It is completely natural and organic and contains no artificial colors or flavors.
Benefits of Spirulina
- Spirulina primarily builds up the immune system by virtue of its range of B-vitamins. This was proved by the dramatic recoveries of children suffering from radiation at Chernobyl when administered spirulina.
- Spirulina boosts energy levels and reduces fatigue as well as mental and physical stress. Vitamin B12 present in spirulina helps in releasing energy and fighting fatigue.
- The anti-oxidants present in spirulina scavenge free radicals and act as rejuvenants. This shows not only in less fatigue but also healthy glowing skin
- Spirulina provides iron that is easily absorbable which helps optimize the haemoglobin level in red blood cells.
- Spirulina's natural proteins and amino acids fight malnourishment in children and ensure proper growth
- Chlorophyll in spirulina helps in blood purification, tissue repair and building red blood cells. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) helps in cholesterol control and energy utilization. These components cause spirulina to be excellent for heart health and controlling diseases like diabetes and arthritis
- Zeaxanthin/Lutein in spirulina helps in promoting good eyesight
Directions for taking Spirulina
Two capsules a day, you may take both the capsules together along with water or fruit juice, preferably at breakfast Noticeable differences can be experienced within 2 to 3 weeks
Spirulina Research and Clinical Studies
Several studies show Spirulina or its extracts can prevent or inhibit cancers in humans and animals. Some common forms of cancer are thought to be a result of damaged cell DNA running amok, causing uncontrolled cell growth. Cellular biologists have defined a system of special enzymes called Endonuclease which repair damaged DNA to keep cells alive and healthy. When these enzymes are deactivated by radiation or toxins, errors in DNA go unrepaired and, cancer may develop. In vitro studies suggest the unique polysaccharides of Spirulina enhance cell nucleus enzyme activity and DNA repair synthesis. This may be why several scientific studies, observing human tobacco users and experimental cancers in animals, report high levels of suppression of several important types of cancer. The subjects were fed either whole Spirulina or treated with its water
In April 1996, scientists from the Laboratory of Viral Pathogenesis, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, and Earthrise Farms, Calipatria, California, announced on-going research, saying "Water extract of Spirulina platensis inhibits HIV-1 replication in human derived T-cell lines and in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. A concentration of 5-10 µg/ml was found to reduce viral production"
Ayehunie S., Belay A., Hu Y., Baba T., Ruprecht R., 7th IAAA Conference, Knysna, South Africa April 17, 1996. Inhibition of HIV-1 replication by an aqueous extract of Spirulina platensis (Arthrospira platensis).
Spirulina is approved in Russia as a "medicine food" for treating radiation sickness. The Children of Chernobyl suffer radiation poisoning from eating food grown on radioactive soil. Their bone marrow is damaged, rendering them immunodeficient. Radiation damaged bone marrow cannot produce normal red or white blood cells. The children are anemic and suffer from terrible allergic reactions. Children fed just five grams of Spirulina in tablets each day make dramatic recoveries within six weeks. Children who did not take Spirulina remained ill
Evets L.B. et al Grodenski State Medical University, January 15, 1994 Russian Federation Committee of Patents and Trade, Patent Number: (19) RU (11) 2005486 C1 (51) 5 A 61K35/80. Means to Normalize the levels of Immunoglobulin E Using the Food Supplement Spirulina.
COMPARATIVE NUTRITIONAL VALUES
| PROTEIN CONTENT (g per 100g) |
Eggs
Milk
Soyabean
Pulses (Black Gram)
Spirulina
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13.3
4.3
43.2
24.0
55.0 |
| BETA-CAROTENE (mcg per 100g) |
Carrots
Spinach
Mango
Spirulina
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1890
5580
2740
190000 |
| VITAMIN B-12 (mcg per 100g) |
Milk
Spirulina
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0.60
5 |
| IRON (mg per 100g) |
Soyabean
Spinach
Spirulina
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11.5
10.9
32 |
* Source : National Institute of Nutrition (1980) Nutritive Value of Indian Foods.
Spirulina Composition
| Physical Properties |
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General Analysis |
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| Composition |
100% Spirulina |
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Protein |
55 - 70 % |
| Appearance |
fine powder |
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Carbohydrates |
15 - 25 % |
| Color |
dark blue-green |
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Fats (Lipids) |
06 - 08 % |
| Odor and Taste |
mild like seaweed |
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Minerals (Ash) |
07 - 13 % |
| Bulk Density |
.35 to .60 kg/liter |
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Moisture |
03 - 07 % |
| Particle Size |
64 mesh through |
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Fiber |
08 - 10 % |
| Vitamins
(per 10 grams / % U.S. Daily Value) |
| Vitamins |
per 10g |
USDV |
%DV |
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Vitamins |
per 10g |
USDV |
%DV |
| Vitamin A |
23000IU |
5000IU |
460 % |
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B1 Thiamine |
.35 mg |
1.5 mg |
23 % |
| Beta Carotene |
14 mg |
3 mg |
460 % |
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B2 Riboflavin |
.40 mg |
1.7 mg |
23 % |
| Vitamin C |
0 mg |
60 mg |
0 % |
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B3 Niacin |
1.4 mg |
20 mg |
7 % |
| Vitamin D |
1200 IU |
400 IU |
300 % |
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B6 Pyridoxine |
80 mcg |
2.0 mg |
4 % |
| Vitamin E |
1.0 mg |
30 IU |
3 % |
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Folate |
1 mcg |
0.4 mg |
0 % |
| Vitamin K |
200 mcg |
80 mcg |
250 % |
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B12 Colobalimine |
20 mcg |
6 mcg |
330 % |
| Biotin |
0.5 mcg |
0.3 mg |
0 % |
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Pantothenic Acid |
10 mcg |
10 mg |
1 % |
| Inositol |
6.4 mg |
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| Minerals
(per 10 grams / % U.S. Daily Value) |
| Minerals |
per 10g |
USDV |
%DV |
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Minerals |
per 10g |
USDV |
%DV |
| Calcium |
70 mg |
1000 mg |
7 % |
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Manganese |
0.5 mg |
2 mg |
25 % |
| Iron |
15 mg |
18 mg |
80 % |
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Chromium |
25 mcg |
120 mcg |
21 % |
| Phosphorus |
80 mg |
1000 mg |
8 % |
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Molybdenum |
* mcg |
75 mcg |
* % |
| Iodine |
* mg |
150 mcg |
* % |
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Chloride |
* mg |
3400 mg |
* % |
| Magnesium |
40 mg |
400 mg |
10 % |
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Sodium |
90 mg |
2400 mg |
4 % |
| Zinc |
0.3 mg |
15 mg |
2 % |
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Potassium |
140 mg |
3500 mg |
4 % |
| Selenium |
10 mcg |
70 mcg |
14 % |
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Germanium |
60 mcg |
* mg |
* % |
| Copper |
120 mcg |
2 mg |
6 % |
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Boron |
* mg |
* mg |
* % |
| Natural Pigment Phytonutrients
(per 10 grams / % total) |
| Pigments |
Color |
per 10g |
% spirulina |
| Phycocyanin |
Blue |
1400 mg |
14 % |
| Chlorophyll |
Green |
100 mg |
1.0 % |
| Carotenoids |
Orange |
47 mg |
.47% |
| Natural Carotenoids
(per 10 grams / % total) |
| Pigments |
Color |
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per 10g |
% spirulina |
| Carotenes |
Orange |
54 % |
25 mg |
0.25 % |
| >>>Beta carotene |
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45 % |
21 mg |
0.21 % |
| >>>Other Carotenes |
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9 % |
4 mg |
0.04 % |
| Xanthophylls |
Yellow |
46 % |
22 mg |
0.22 % |
| >>>Myxoxanthophyll |
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19 % |
9 mg |
0.09 % |
| >>>Zeaxanthin |
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16 % |
8 mg |
0.08 % |
| >>>Cryptoxanthin |
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3 % |
1 mg |
0.01 % |
| >>>Echinenone |
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2 % |
1 mg |
0.01 % |
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6 % |
3 mg |
0.03 % |
| Total Carotenoids |
Orange/Yellow |
100 % |
47 mg |
0.47 % |
| Natural Phytonutrients
(per 10 grams / % total) |
| Phytonutrient |
Composition |
per 10g |
% spirulina |
| Gamma Linolenic Acid |
Essential Fatty Acid |
130 mg |
1.3 % |
| Glycolipids |
Lipid |
200 mg |
2.0 % |
| Sulfolipids |
Glycolipid |
10 mg |
0.1 % |
| Polysaccharides |
Carbohydrate & Sugar |
460 mg |
4.6 % |
| Essential Aminos |
per 10g |
%total |
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Essential Aminos |
per 10g |
%total |
| Isoleucine |
350 mg |
5.6 % |
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Phenylalanine |
280 mg |
4.5 % |
| Leucine |
540 mg |
8.7 % |
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Threonine |
320 mg |
5.2 % |
| Lysine |
290 mg |
4.7 % |
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Tryptophan |
90 mg |
1.5 % |
| Methionine |
140 mg |
2.3 % |
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Valine |
400 mg |
6.5 % |
| Non-Essential |
per 10g |
%total |
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Non-Essential |
per 10g |
%total |
| Alanine |
470 mg |
7.6 % |
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Glycine |
320 mg |
5.2 % |
| Arginine |
430 mg |
6.9 % |
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Histidine |
100 mg |
1.6 % |
| Aspartic Acid |
610 mg |
9.8 % |
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Proline |
270 mg |
4.3 % |
| Cystine |
60 mg |
1.0 % |
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Serine |
320 mg |
5.2 % |
| Glutamic Acid |
910 mg |
14.6 % |
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Tyrosine |
300 mg |
4.8 % |
| Total Amino Acids : 6.2 grams per 10 grams |
References:
Spirulina.com
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