Spirulina is an algae that can be used as a dietary supplement indicated as an excellent source of minerals, vitamins, proteins and amino acids, important in the vegetarian diet and during the practice of physical exercises, and can be used to lose weight.
It is a medicine produced by Eversil, Bionatus or Divcom Pharma, for example and is marketed in the form of tablets, oral suspension or capsules.
Price
The price of Spirulina ranges from 25 to 46 reais, according to the laboratory and the amount of tablets.
Indications
Spirulina is indicated for the treatment of obesity, cholesterol control and diabetes, as well as being a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, helping in treatments of diseases such as cancer and arthritis, being a powerful strengthener of the immune system. Understand why Spirulina is thinner.
How to use
Spirulina is available in powdered form and in capsules, and can be ingested with a little water or added to foods, such as juices and vitamins. In general, it is recommended to use 1 to 8 g per day, varying according to the desired goal:
- Help control cholesterol : 1 to 8 g per day;
- Improve muscle performance : 2 to 7.5 g per day;
- Help control glycemia : 2g per day;
- Assist in pressure control : 3.5 to 4.5 g per day;
- Helping in treatment for fat in the liver : 4.5 g per day.
Spirulina should be taken according to the doctor's or dietitian's advice, and can be consumed in a single or fractionated dose in 2 or 3 doses throughout the day.
Side effects
Consumption of Spirulina can cause nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.
Contraindications
Spirulina should not be used during pregnancy, lactation, infants, or phenylketonuric. In addition, it can cause allergic reactions in some people, but this complication is rare.
Also know the seaweed Clorela, another super food that helps to lose weight and improve health.