Spirulina is blue – green algae, and is believed to be one of the oldest life forms on Earth. Spirulina is considered a super food — an all-in-one source of nutrients including protein levels comparable to eggs. Historically, The Aztecs used Spirulina to treat various diseases, and legends say that the kingdom’s messengers used the algae to sustain their marathon runs. Spirulina has a high protein and vitamin content, which makes it an excellent dietary supplement for people on vegan diets. It contains a powerful plant-based protein called Phycocyanin and this may have antioxidant, pain-relief, anti-inflammatory, and brain-protective properties.
