SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 1 capsule day, with a meal & sufficient water.
Product Information
Unived Organic Spirulina is one of the most bioavailable sources of vegan protein that is easily absorbable. It contains a blue-pigment protein called Phycocyanin which plays a role in supporting the immune system.
The organic spirulina we use also contains natural Beta-carotene, Chlorophyll, and various phytonutrients which help prime our immune system and protect against allergies.
Key Benefits
- Helps strengthen daily immunity and metabolism.
- Helps reduce stress levels, boost stamina, reduce fatigue, and aids in daily detox.
- Vegan superfood is high in protein and nutrients.
Ingredient Information
- Organic Spirulina Powder – 500mg
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Spirulina has highly digestible protein and it contains all essential amino acids. The protein content of Spirulina is exceptionally high (about 50 to 70% its dry weight) compared to other vegetable source proteins. Spirulina contains more beta-carotene than any other whole food, it is abundant in other phytonutrients, such as phycocyanin, superoxide dismutase, chlorophyll, superoxide dismutase, and gamma-linolenic acid etc., [1, 3]. It is shown that three grams of Spirulina displays high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity than five more fruits and vegetables. In phytonutrients, spirulina is 60 times better than spinach, 31 times better than blueberries, and 700 times more potent than apples. It has numerous neutralizing and oxidative effects on free radicals and heavy metals [4].
Some of the health Benefits of Spirulina are known to:
- Helps athletes with long lasting energy and vitality.
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- Nourishes people with digestion, assimilation & elimination.
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- Stimulates immune system to destroy invading disease organisms.
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- Enhance the immune system with its antiviral, anti-tumor and interferon inducing effects.
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- Promotes tissue repair in wounds and burns and also has the anti-infectious properties.
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- Decreases cholesterol levels and helps to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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- Functions as an anti-inflammatory agent.
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- Govern the appetite and helps to stimulate the metabolism [10].
References:
1. Capelli, Bob, and Gerald R. Cysewski. "Potential health benefits of spirulina microalgae* A review of the existing literature." Nutrafoods 9.2 (2010): 19-26.
2. Mathur, M. "Bioactive Molecules of Spirulina: a Food Supplement, Bioactive Molecules in Food." Springer, DOI 10 (2019): 978-3.
3. Falquet, Jacques, and J. P. Hurni. "The nutritional aspects of Spirulina." Antenna Foundation (1997). Salmeán, Gabriela Gutiérrez, Luis Humberto Fabila Castillo, and German Chamorro-Cevallos. "Nutritional and toxicological aspects of Spirulina (Arthrospira)." Nutrición hospitalaria: Organo oficial de la Sociedad española de nutrición parenteral y enteral 32.1 (2015): 34-40.
4. Anvar, A. A., and B. Nowruzi. "Bioactive properties of spirulina: A review." Microb. Bioact 4 (2021): 134-142.
9. Belay, Amha, et al. "Current knowledge on potential health benefits of Spirulina." Journal of applied Phycology 5 (1993): 235-241.
10. Soni, Ruma Arora, K. Sudhakar, and R. S. Rana. "Spirulina–From growth to nutritional product: A review." Trends in food science & technology 69 (2017): 157-171.
12. https://www.spiralyne.co.uk/what-is-spirulina/history-of-spirulina/
- Govern the appetite and helps to stimulate the metabolism [10].
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- Functions as an anti-inflammatory agent.
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- Decreases cholesterol levels and helps to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
-
- Promotes tissue repair in wounds and burns and also has the anti-infectious properties.
-
- Enhance the immune system with its antiviral, anti-tumor and interferon inducing effects.
-
- Stimulates immune system to destroy invading disease organisms.
-
- Nourishes people with digestion, assimilation & elimination.
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Mode of Action:
Immunity
Spirulina can be used simply as a protein supplement but it is also considered to have specific effects on the immune system. Spirulina helps in building immunity and improving resistance to viral infections. Spirulina can enhance components of the mucosal and systemic immune system as it activates the cells of innate immune system. Several pre-clinical animal studies have shown good immune stimulatory effects in a variety of species. Preliminary studies in healthy humans suggest that spirulina increases the production of cytokines, tumour necrosis factor, interleukin (IL)-2, and interferon, and causes CD4+ T helper cell proliferation. It also appears to increase the activity and cytotoxicity of natural killer cells [5].
Anti-toxic effects
Several animal studies have investigated the potential of spirulina to have a protective effect against toxicity related to various cytotoxic agents such as cardiotoxicity, nephrotoxicity & hepatotoxicity. [5]
Anti-allergic actions
Spirulina supplementation is also linked to protection against allergic reactions, as it can help stop the release of histamines, which cause allergy symptoms. One study found people with allergic rhinitis who consumed 2 grams of spirulina a day experienced significant improvement in symptoms like nasal discharge, sneezing, nasal congestion, and itching [6].
Anemia
Spirulina possibly enhances red cell production and function. Over a 12-week study period, there was a steady increase in average values of mean corpuscular haemoglobin with spirulina intake [5].
Liver and Cardiovascaular protection
Spirulina has hepatoprotective properties by decreasing liver lipid profile and lipoperoxidation products. Spirulina has a hypolipemic effect, especially on the concentrations of triacylglycerols and the cholesterol associated to low density lipoprotein and indirectly on total cholesterol and cholesterol associated to high density lipoprotein values [5].
Anti-inflammation and Anti-oxidant
Spirulina have shown anti-inflammatory activity through phycocyanin presence. Phycocyanin suppresses the synthesis of pro-inflammatory cytokines, interferon-γ (IFN-γ), and TNF- α. In addition, the C-phycocyanin enhances the levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines. [7, 11]. Phycocyanin is a free radical scavenger, it shows significant enhancement of serum SOD activity higher than that of vitamin E and has significant hepatoprotective effects [11, 8].
References:
5. Mohan, Arpita, et al. "Spirulina, the nature’s wonder: A review." Lipids 5 (2014): 7-10.
6. Cingi, Cemal, et al. "The effects of spirulina on allergic rhinitis." European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology 265 (2008): 1219-1223.
7. Mishra, Tulika, et al. "Spirulina: The Beneficial Algae." Int. J App. Micro. Sci 2.3 (2013): 21-35.
8. Kulshreshtha, Archana, et al. "Spirulina in health care management." Current pharmaceutical biotechnology 9.5 (2008): 400-405.
11. Bortolini, Débora Gonçalves, et al. "Functional properties of bioactive compounds from Spirulina spp.: Current status and future trends." Food Chemistry: Molecular Sciences (2022): 100134.
What is the suggested use of Unived Organic Spirulina?
Take one or two capsules daily post-meal.
Is Unived Organic Spirulina safe?
Yes. It is pure and free of contaminants.
Who should consume Unived Organic Spirulina?
If you are looking for wholesome nutrition rich in protein and phytonutrients in a single capsule, the Unived Organic Spirulina is an ideal choice as it supports immunity, energy production, metabolism, boosts stamina, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, and many more.
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SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 1 capsule day, with a meal & sufficient water.