Benefits of Spirulina & Chlorella, nutritionist Sermin Dahlstedt explains
There are thousands of different species of microalgae, all with different characteristics. Two microalgae that have been extensively researched and that are particularly interesting from a health perspective are Spirulina and Chlorella.
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What are microalgae?
Microalgae are small, single-celled organisms found in aquatic environments such as lakes, oceans, and also in moist soil areas. Despite their size, they play an important role in various ecosystems and provide food for a large number of aquatic organisms.
In addition, they can effectively sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and thus maintain the oxygen balance in lakes.
In addition to their ecological benefits, research in recent years has shown that microalgae are highly nutritious small organisms.
Not only for aquatic animals, but also for humans: they contain protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals with several potential health benefits for humans.
Spirulina and Chlorella
There are thousands of different species of microalgae, all with different characteristics. Two microalgae that have been extensively researched and that are particularly interesting from a health perspective are Spirulina and Chlorella.
Spirulina has a high content of prebiotics and antioxidants such as beta-carotene and vitamin C and has been shown in studies to promote both the intestinal flora and the immune system.
Above all, it seems to have cholesterol-lowering properties, which contributes to better cardiovascular health. Chlorella, just like Spirulina, has a high content of essential fatty acids, proteins, antioxidants and minerals such as iron.
In studies, it has been seen that Chlorella has a blood pressure lowering effect and potentially reducing the risk of diabetes.
In Relivo there are both Spirulina and Chlorella so that you who take the supplement will get all the nutrients that these amazing microalgae contain.
For those who want to go deeper
1. Potenza di Chlorella come un Supplement Dietale per Promote Human Health. Nutrients (2020). https://doi.org/10.3390/nu12092524
2. Potential health benefits of spirulina microalgae* (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03223332
3. Microalgae: a novel ingredient in nutrition. International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.3109/09637486.2011.582460
