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Spirulina

What is Spirulina?

Spirulina, also known as spirulina blue-green algae, is a microalgae. Spirulina is high in protein and contains some essential fatty acids.



History

Spirulina was a food source for the Aztecs and other Mesoamericans until the 16th century. [1]

 

Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Spirulina


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Spirulina (dietary supplement) - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Green Algae Spirulina
Spirulina Blue Green Algae
Spirulina Extract
Spirulina Maxima
Spirulina Plankton
Spirulina Plantensis
Spirulina Powder

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  • Artificial
  • Artificial & Possibly Unsafe
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources)
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJanuary 1, 2009 @ 2:14 AM

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