You may have heard of spirulina or have seen it as an add-on when you get a smoothie! While it may look unappetizing, it has so many health benefits! It is a blue-green algae that is rich in vitamins + minerals…basically a superfood! There is no set dosage, many brands recommend three to three-and-a-half grams per day. You can it add to smoothies, juice, soups, or even sprinkle on top of food. See below some health benefits:
-It has the highest concentration of protein of any food,
-Contains all 8 essential amino acids and eighteen amino acids total,
-Rich in antioxidants,
-Helps detoxify the liver,
-One of its amino acids, phenylalanine, has been linked to appetite suppression,
-Helps boost immunity.
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Joie