Spirulina
Superfood supplements such as spirulina have some brilliant benefits, including boosting energy levels and leaving your skin feeling radiant and naturally toned. Derived from blue-green algae, spirulina is one of the most nutrient-dense whole foods available, brimming with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and a rich source of antioxidants, protein and iron.
Spirulina offers an abundance of benefits that help the body function normally. It is deemed to be one of the most nutritious foods on the market and has been used all over the world for centuries as it contains key vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B, iron, calcium, magnesium and more.
What is spirulina?
As naturally occurring algae in ponds and lakes, this blue-green algae may not sound like the most appetising superfood to add to your diet. However, the spirulina plant is a hugely popular supplement choice due to its high vitamin and mineral content. The algae used to make spirulina supplements is grown in purpose-built ponds. At bodykind, we stock Hawaiian Spirulina, a premium variety grown in pristine, mineral rich sea water ponds in Kona, Hawaii.
What is spirulina good for?
Naturally nutrient-dense, spirulina offers numerous benefits that help the body function optimally. It is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B, calcium, zinc, magnesium and iron, which help support the immune system and allow the body to fight illness and issues caused by free radical damage and bacteria.
Spirulina is especially good for those who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet as it hosts an extremely high content of vitamin B12, a vitamin that many non-meat eaters can be deficient in.
How can I take spirulina?
Here at Bodykind, we offer various different options when it comes to types of spirulina supplements. You can add spirulina into your diet via tablet, capsule or protein powder, depending on your preference.
We know that not everyone enjoys the taste or texture of spirulina, but there are ways you can mask this if you still want to keep the added benefits in your diet. For example, you could add spirulina powder to your favourite shakes, smoothies or a latte to enhance the taste.
