Spirulina and Asthma

Spirulina is nutraceutical algae. Spirulina can help to control asthma. Spirulina and asthma is an important topic. Spirulina can reduce the need for drugs for the treatment. Does it sound like the fairy tale? I knew that Spirulina is capable nourish bodies with vital nutrients.It seems that Spirulina is valuable and nutraceutical supplement.

Nutraceutical: What it Means?

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Nutraceutical term means that food or part of food can provide us health benefits and have medical value. In the USA, organizations which regulate how to name one or other stuff, do not recognize benefits of natural items such as Spirulina, Noni or Cordyceps. These mentioned products contain 100% active ingredients. Each of them has own abilities to help human beings in one or another way.

I mentioned these products as the example. There are plenty gifts from nature. People used them as addition to their daily intake or helped themselves when body required outside help.

 

 Spirulina and Asthma

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Asthma is the condition when lungs and bronchial airways are affected. People can not breathe easily. Airways obstructed, and spasms occur.

In the book Spirulina in Human Nutrition and Health authors state

Spirulina with its galaxy of antioxidant nutrients can thus be an effective therapeutic mode for combating detrimental damage and inflammation in the respiratory lining.

Researchers Uliyar V.Mani, Uma M.Iyer, Swati A.Dhruv, Indirani U.Mani, and Kavita S. Sharma wrote that  Spirulina is an excellent option for asthma patients because it is a rich source of GLA and antioxidants.

GLA is gamma linolenic acid. GLA is the fatty acid. In general, fatty acids serve as fuel for contraction of muscles and body metabolism. GLA in Spirulina acts as the anti-inflammatory representative.

Researchers found out that antioxidant properties of Spirulina help fight against harmful oxidants. I think that you know that people who smoke or work in contaminated places are prone to conditions such as asthma.

 

Spirulina Is a Source of Antioxidants

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Spirulina is a golden trunk full of nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamin E, selenium and other minerals. In the book,  Spirulina in Human Nutrition and Health researchers provide results regarding Spirulina’s influence for patients with asthma.

I think that it is an excellent evidence from scientists and doctors who spent their time for research of Spirulina. In my mentioned book there plenty of medical terms and documented results about benefits of Spirulina.

For example, in the studies, researchers found out that IgE ( immunoglobulin E) decreased significantly after usage of Spirulina.

IgE or immunoglobulin E is the antibody which is produced by the immune system. These antibodies can trigger allergic reactions releasing chemicals. When people smoke or receive contaminants through airways, the immune system reacts to intruders. The allergy or asthma occurs.

Everybody who would like to check the book for themselves, they can find the information about Spirulina and asthma in the book edited by M.E. Gershwin and Amha Belay. Spirulina in Human Nutrition and Health, 83.

The Conclusion in the Words of Scientists

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Thus, from the positive results obtained in protein status, pulmonary function, and IgE status in supplemented groups it can be concluded that Spirulina can be introduced along with medicine as a therapeutic and dietary supplement in the treatment of asthmatics, and in the long run this may not only control asthma but also reduce the need of drugs in its treatment.

I does think, that it is great news because Spirulina does not have side effects. It is the pure and rich source of antioxidants, nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and proteins. The information about Spirulina and asthma could give insights for people who want to learn more about this particular topic.

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