Spirulina Made Simple

This website aims to educate the consumer on the Health Benefits of Spirulina and the advantage of taking a spirulina product that has undergone a High-Tech Biotechnology Process that ensures we can absorb 100% of the goodness of this 'Nature's Superfoods'.

The Topics Covered in this website includes:

1) What is spirulina?
2) What makes spirulina so special?
3) Why is spirulina called Superfood?
4) Health benefits of spirulina
5) Who should take spirulina?
6) Challenges in spirulina consumption
7) Breakthrough developments with the Probioenzy® Process
8) The Nuvanta® Spiruvite® advantage
9) Tasty menus


Spirulina is often referred to as a Superfood. Yet, few understand just why and how it came to be conferred this honour.

We hope this information website will enlighten you on this plant form that is fast becoming one of the most sought after health supplements worldwide.

What is Spirulina?

What is spirulina?

Spirulina belongs to a class of cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae that grows in warm, alkaline, fresh water. The name spirulina is derived from the Latin word for ‘helix’ or spiral, which describes the swirling characteristics of this algae.

Blue-green algae is believed by anthropologists and biologists to be the oldest living plant on the planet and a kind of primitive food, as they have been around for more than 3.5 billion years. As a single cell food form at the lowest level of the food chain, algae is believed to supply 90% of the world’s oxygen and possibly 90% of its food.

Ancient records show that human beings have been using blue-green algae as an important food source for the last four thousand years. While the Chinese utilise it as a herb to treat vitamin deficiencies, the Mayans, Aztecs and African natives eat it freshly harvested or as algae cakes.

Spirulina started to gain popularity only in the last thirty years as a high-nutrient food supplement.

What makes spirulina so special?

Spirulina’s deep green colour comes from its rainbow of natural pigments - chlorophyll (green), phycocyanin (blue) and carotenoids (yellow and orange).

These pigments harvest the sun's energy at different wavelengths for the process called photosynthesis.

What makes spirulina different from other plant forms is its tendency to absorb high amounts of sunlight, as it usually grows in very hot climates at high altitudes. As a result, it contains high energy levels from the sun. This is why some traditional practitioners refer to spirulina as a life force energy with a powerful healing and rejuvenative effect on the human body, mind and spirit.

Why is spirulina called Superfood by the World Health Organisation?

The modern diet is far less nutritious than before. Excessive farming methods over-processing of foods strip them of their natural nutrients even before they reach our dinner table. Growing

dependence on fast and processed foods, which are nutritionally empty, also leave us vulnerable to poor health and low energy levels.

Even before scientific data was available, spirulina had been used since ancient times as a powerful source of nutrients and as an energy booster, antioxidant, antiviral, weight loss aid and lipid-lowering agent.

Sprulina is now referred to as a Superfood because scientists have discovered it to contain all the important sources of nutrients such as:
The full spectrum of vitamins and minerals
Over 2000 enzymes
All the essential amino acids in the correct proportion
Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids
Antioxidant beta carotene
Glycolipids and sulfonolipids
High levels of iron and magnesium

As spirulina is 60% vegetable protein, it is easily digestible. It is believed to contain 20 times more protein than soybeans and 200 times more protein than beef.

Spirulina is also second only to mother's milk in concentrations of natural gamma linolenic acid (GLA) and also contains natural substances called phycocyanin and long-chained sugars called polysacharrides, which strengthens the immune system.

In short, it contains all the important nutrients necessary for good health and vitality, making it a Superfood.

(See appendix on Page ___ for breakdown of nutritional content in 10 mg of spirulina)

Health Benefits of Spirulina

Spiruvite is ideal for all in the family.

(Children, Adults and Elderly)

It is FREE from the Fishy Taste of Spirulina making it a popular choice among parents in Singapore, Malaysia and even Taiwan.

The healing powers of spirulina have been widely documented in scientific research. Scientists have recommended spirulina for hypoglycemia, diabetes, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, anemia, malnutrition, protein deficiency, ulcers and hepatitis.

Scientific studies show that spirulina strengthens the immune system to fight against environmental toxins and infections. Ongoing research at the Harvard Medical School has even suggested that spirulina has anti-cancer properties by helping cells to repair damaged DNA.

Apart from helping digestion and protecting the liver, spirulina also lowers cholesterol, improve bowel function and detoxify accumulated toxins in the body

Spirulina is used as a ‘medicine food’ in Russia to treat the children of Chernobyl who were affected by radiation. Those who were given spirulina recovered from anemia and severe allergic reactions, while those not given spirulina remained ill.

Who should take spirulina?

Almost everyone will benefit from taking spirulina as a wholesome food supplement, to increase general health and prevent disease. For some people, there is a stronger need than others, possibly due to:

Unhealthy lifestyles- Long-term effects of a poor diet due to stress, lack of time or heavy workload

Recuperation from surgery or illness- When the body needs more nutrients to return to its normal condition

High energy output- These include athletes, frequent travelers, highly stressed people, students facing exams and others

Pregnancy and breastfeeding- Helps prevent iron deficiency and builds milk supply

Old age- Spirulina is easily digested and absorbed into the bloodstream

Vegetarian diets- High protein content is a great substitute for meat and diary protein

Weight-watching- Ensures sufficient nutrient intake when the body is abstaining from high fat and high calorie foods

Travelling- A valuable source of greens when fresh vegetables are not safe to be consumed or easily available

The Probioenzy Process - Breaking the Spirulina Cell-Wall

The Probioenzy® Advantage

The goodness of spirulina need no further introduction. But the Probioenzy Process® takes spirulina to a higher level by maximising its bioavailability.

100% organically grown in a pristine lake located far away from industrial influences, the spirulina in the Probioenzy Process® contains high levels of antioxidants, health-giving pigments (such as phytocyanin, which has been clinically proven to increase bone marrow production and increase oxygen delivery to the brain) and organic minerals for immediate absorption.

The Probioenzy Process® is guaranteed natural and wholesome because it does not utilise heat for sterilization. It also makes spirulina tasty without the fishy smell and taste.

Spirulina that had gone through the Probioenzy Process® is completely safe, hygienic and healthy for everyone in the family, especially children and the elderly.

Tasty recipe you can try with Spiruvites!!

Spiruvite® Smoothie Delight

Add one sachet of Spiruvite® with your favourite fruit juice or drink into a blender or shaker and blend or shake for 2 minutes. Enjoy a delicious nutient-filled and delicious drink any time of the day!

Spiruvite® Breakfast Boost

Prepare your breakfast cereal meal or drink as usual. Sprinkle one sachet of Spiruvite® on top to enjoy an added-nutrient boost for the entire day.

Secret Spiruvite® Sandwich

Mash one hard-boiled egg and mix it with sufficient mayonnise to gel it together. Add a sachet of Spiruvite® for a touch of vegetable green and apply unto two slices of bread to make a delicious, nutrient-packed snack!

Spiruvite® Salad

Prepare a salad with your favourite choice of vegetable and fruits. Sprinkle one sachet of Spiruvite® with your topping for a yummy nutritious side dish during main meals.

References:
Body Mind Spirit Magazine in May 1995
Psychology Today: http://www.medicinenet.com/
http://www.spirulina.com/

Contents in Spiruvites vs Ordinary Spirulina