Spirulina
Arthrospira platensis
A blue-green algae 'superfood' rich in protein and antioxidants, used for energy and nutrition.
Traditional use (household): A blue-green algae 'superfood' rich in protein and antioxidants, used for energy and nutrition.
A blue-green algae 'superfood' rich in protein and antioxidants, used for energy and nutrition.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A blue-green algae 'superfood' rich in protein and antioxidants, used for energy and nutrition.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Buy tested product (contamination risk); immune effects (autoimmune caution); not for phenylketonuria.
- Autoimmune disease
- PKU
- Uncertified product
Buy tested product (contamination risk); immune effects (autoimmune caution); not for phenylketonuria.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.