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?
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
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
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
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
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.
Thanks for your information. i toke my time to read your article is really helpful.
My cousin is asthmatic patient and sometimes i feel worry when it comes. you mention spirulina can control asthma and reduce the need of drugs for treatment.
Can you tell me if it has any side effect?
I will bookmark your website and always come for information. good article and keep it up
Hello, Collins. Spirulina does not have any side effects. Spirulina is a source of vital nutrients which give our bodies energy and vitality. Bodies which get all building blocks for functioning do not need chemicals. Human bodies are create in this way by nature. Spirulina has everything for us to live productive lives.
All the best, Nemira.
Wow this is great stuff… I can really appreciate Spirulina and the effects it has on asthma. I wish this was around 30 years ago. As a kid who grew up suffering from asthma I’ve always longed for an effective treatment that would help me breath better. Fortunately for me I grew out of having asthma as I became an adult… but I still feel for those who still suffers from the disease, especially children. Just out of curiosity… how long has Spirulina been around? Great article.
Hello, Mark. Spirulina is around few thousands years already. Aztects used it. Mayans too. People who live by lake Cadas in Africa used it as the source of food hundred years ago.It is nothing new. Sometimes it can be strange how great things slip unnoticed. I think what it is simple. Nobody can be rich from it. Maybe companies who grow it because everybody can grow Spirulina. Of course you need to take care of it, supervise, check water and temperature. Anyway it is not big deal. Spirulina is algae. It is the gift from nature. Spirulina could save many lives, especially these who are poor. You know that not so much interest in natural things because you can not create the same chemical formula and sell as drug. Luckily in my mentioned book scientists and doctors made enormous research. They show therapeutic abilities of Spirulina. I state facts here in this website.
Did I mentioned that one scientist from Japan live ONLY on Spirulina 15 years? I could not do like this because how I could live without chocolate? However this fact that Spirulina provides with all vital nutrients, is s fact.
All the best, Nemira.
Is Spirulina safe to give to my cat for asthma?
Hello Dennis. I do not know your cat and how it could tolerate. Overall, Spirulina is safe for flamingos. Look how they are gorgeous and shiny. Japanese use Spirulina in products for animals. You can ask your veterinarian, just in case because animals in the same way as people are different. All the best, be healthy and wealthy, Nemira