Spirulina has earned its place in healthy eating for more than compelling reasons. Highly sought after today, the energizing properties of this microalgae were already known to the Aztecs and the African tribe of Kanembu. New effects and actions have now been added in your favor.
It can also be obtained in the form of capsules or powder to be diluted and some well-known chefs also include it in their dishes.
In summary, the nutrition specialist Monica Katz indicated at the Entremujeres site which represents a simple and safe option to prevent chronic diseases related to lifestyle these days, maintain health and lose weight to achieve a healthy weight.
The secret of spirulina
These virtues are approved by him full nutritional value and safety profile in relation to consumption.
Each 100 grams of product contains
– all essential amino acids
– essential fatty acids (such as linolenic acid)
– vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B6, B16, E, C, D and A)
– abundant minerals (including potassium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc and selenium)
– carbohydrates.
These substances give it antioxidant, anticancer and neuroprotective effects.
While your level of protein deserves a separate mention, as it contains 65 percent of this nutrient. Which is a more concentrated index than meat.
Additionally, for those looking to lose weight, it has the ability to suppress appetite through two mechanisms, as outlined by Dr. Katz. One in the brain, due to its phenylalanine content, an amino acid in charge of lowering the levels of anguish and anxiety related to food.
The next is due to alginic acid, which has the ability to do this maintain the feeling of satiety in the stomach allowing food to stay longer in the stomach improving digestion.
The extra benefit: it reduces infiltration and inflammation. It can also contribute to the loss of fat stores, especially in people with metabolic syndrome (significantly overweight).
How to consume spirulina
Spirulina can be used in both beverages and foods as well as cosmetics (for example, in face creams).
To take advantage of its benefits, the recommended dose is between 3 and 10 grams per day.
As an ingredient, 0.5 to 3 grams per serving is recommended.
In any case, before ingesting it, it is essential to consult your doctor or nutritionist. Like many food supplements, it has contraindications. One of them is phenylketonuria. According to information from the Cuidateplus website, it is also recommended to be avoided by those with autoimmune diseases.
Another point is that it can generate an interaction with other supplements or drugs.
Source: Clarin
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