Differences between Spirulina and Chlorella

Chlorella traits

Chlorella is a tiny monocellular alga. Her size is 5 microns.

The harvesting of Chlorella requires a high-speed centrifuge. It means that electric power and labor would be involved in the process of Chlorella’s cultivation.

Chlorella has a thick cellular membrane. Humans can not digest Chlorella quickly.

Chlorella is cultivated in lightly acidic conditions. The carbon dioxide generated by Chlorella is high in volume. A minuscule amount of carbon dioxide is utilized and dissolved.

Spirulina’s traits

Spirulina is a multicellular alga. Spirulina is one hundred times bigger than Chlorella. It means that harvesting can be done using simple cloth: no centrifuges, electric power usage, and labor.

Spirulina has a thin membrane. Spirulina can be digested in 16 hours using proteinase pepsin. The percentage is 85 %. Spirulina is twice as easily digestible compared with Chlorella.

Spirulina can grow in very alkaline conditions. It means that carbon dioxide gas is transformed into hydrogen carbonate ions. These ions remain in the alkaline culture solution.

Spirulina can absorb carbon dioxide and hydrogen carbonate ions as a carbon source.

The high utilization of carbon dioxide keeps the atmosphere clean and abundant with oxygen.

Better digestibility, low production expenses, high efficiency in utilization of carbon dioxide, cultivation in alkaline waters, and high temperatures in Africa allow Spirulina to stand out from other algae.

Spirulina is a winner

By no means Chlorella is a valuable alga. Germans used Chlorella during the first war. It was a  food shortage. Scientists proposed to use Chlorella as a food source. Chlorella was better than yeast because it needed just air, sunlight, water, and a few minerals.

The cultivation of yeast required sugar. Later on, Germans abandoned research on Chlorella, but the scientific community got interested in the algae Chlorella.

Scientists from the USA and researchers in Japan started research on mass cultivation. The reason for analysis was the constant food crisis in the world.

However, Spirulina’s traits show superiority against other algae.

Better digestibility, low production expenses, high efficiency in utilization of carbon dioxide, cultivation in alkaline waters, and high temperatures in Africa allow Spirulina to stand out from other algae. Spirulina is a winner.

Therapeutic abilities of Spirulina

Researchers from Japan decades ago reported positive effects of Spirulina in the cases of diabetes, pancreatitis, liver diseases, weakened immune system, anemia, vision problems, and so on.

The recently published book Spirulina in Human Health and Nutrition provides evidence from scientists and doctors. The results are impressive. They show that Spirulina is a nutraceutical food supplement.

Dr. Christopher Hills called Spirulina miraculous algae. Spirulina is a winner because her quality and usage outperform other algae.

How about you? Did you try to use Spirulina as a food supplement?

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Her lifestyle inspired thousands of her followers. People found out that real food can help rid themselves of many problems associated with the body’s well-being.

Nutraceutical food is full of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and proteins that give the body full support for living a balanced and healthy life. The deficiency of nutrients creates diseases that interfere with quality of life.

The nutraceutical food from the past

Older generations remember when fresh milk was delivered in bottles or farmers’ markets were a place where you could buy fresh food and meet your friends. Small business was a critical part of human lives. The pharmacist knew families. The family doctor took care of a few generations.

Most of the families gathered at the table and ate homemade food. They had soup made from homegrown chicken with vegetables from the garden and meat from the butcher.

Tea with herbs, picked by hand in the meadow, the honey, and garlic, when somebody catches a cold, helped go through disturbances. Nutraceutical food gives nutrients needed for the body.

Of course, people had diseases, but not like today. Obese people seldom saw. Stress-related conditions were random.

Now people return to old habits. However,  they do not have enough time to prepare food at home. It requires time management to find the right food items that are nutritious and fulfilling.

Do you pay attention to what you put in your mouth?

Do people take great care of their cars and dogs? They refill vehicles with fuel, which is required for a particular type of car. They pick the best food for their furry friends.

How about themselves? How many men and women analyze the quality of the food?

Usually, the taste of food wins over quality.

We choose pizza over nuts, seeds, organic meat or fruits, and vegetables. Many people know that the food in fast food chains does not have nutritional value. This particular food is processed. Vitamins and enzymes disappear.

I know that pizza or chicken from the fast-food chain can be addictive. Processed food has chemical substances that make us feel wanting more and more.

Changing habits

Habits are second nature. People must have a strong will and motivation if they would like to change practices.

Popular weight loss programs use actors and pleasing eye settings to motivate customers and invite them to subscribe.

If we consume processed food, we do not have enough nutrients to keep our bodies shape.

We must take good care of our bodies in the same way we care for our cars. We must eat food full of vital nutrients.

How o change habits?

Visualize the picture of your goal

Write down steps from the start to the end

Be flexible during change

Find a team of people who have the same problem as you.

Nutraceutical food could give you vital nutrients needed for the body’s performance.

How about you? Do you have an opinion about food choices? Do you think that food could be helpful as medicine for us?

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Nutraceutical: What it Means?

Nutraceutical: What does it mean?

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

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

Spirulina and Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which the lungs and bronchial airways are affected. People can not breathe easily. Airways are 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. It is a rich source of GLA and antioxidants.

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

Researchers found out that the 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 on patients with asthma.

It is a piece of high-quality evidence from scientists and doctors who spent their time researching Spirulina. In my mentioned book, there are plenty of medical terms and documented results about the benefits of Spirulina.

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

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

Everybody who would like to check the book for themselves can find 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 do think that it is excellent news because Spirulina does not have side effects. It is a pure and abundant source of antioxidants, nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and proteins. The information about Spirulina and asthma could give insights to people who want to learn more about this particular topic.

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Dr. Christopher Hills was fascinated by Spirulina. His experience of Spirulina is enormous. He wrote many books about his experience with Spirulina, the miraculous algae. Twenty years went by after his research and published papers. I knew about Spirulina before, but when I found more literature about Spirulina, I wondered why nobody uses so much of these nutraceutical algae as a food supplement.

Spirulina is a nutraceutical food that has all the needed amino acids, proteins, minerals, bioflavonoids, and vitamins that can keep your body in shape without having any side effects.

Health nuts or self-conscious people

People who take care of themselves eat nutritious food. They exercise. They use techniques to relax from everyday stress.  They know what Spirulina is. These people use Spirulina with smoothies or take tablets or pills. Of course, there can be exceptions because there are so many great options to feel well.

Slimming with Spirulina

Spirulina is a highly concentrated food supplement. Spirulina consists of natural and efficient proteins, enzymes, fatty acids, minerals,  and vitamins.

Spirulina is a product of nature. It is not a chemical product. Spirulina is full of vital nutrients which are easily absorbed by the body. The body recognizes it and knows that it got satisfaction from this food supplement.

According to Dr.Christopher Hills, if people consistently take Spirulina, they could have the right weight. Of course, it takes time to adjust. The metabolism in the body normalizes. People will begin to lose weight. Remember, no cheating.

How is safe Spirulina?

Spirulina was consumed and is consumed now by various civilizations. Mayans and Aztecs created enormous kingdoms and were known as great civilizations. They used Spirulina too as the people who lived and live currently in Africa, by Lake Chad.

There are a couple of excerpts from books about Spirulina.

United Nations Industrial Development Organization ( a division of the United Nations) commissioned and published a five-year toxicology study on Spirulina, finding it nontoxic.( Christopher Hills, “The Joy of Slimming” 31)

.. that independent feeding tests have shown no toxic or adverse effects in the humans, rats, pigs, and chickens… To date, there are no drug interactions reported with Spirulina. The United Nations Organization(UNO) has recommended Spirulina as the ideal food for mankind and the World Health Organization(WHO) has also declared Spirulina as a safe food  with excellent nutritional value.(M.E.Gershwin and Amha Belay “Spirulina in Human Nutrition and Health“159)

I prefer authentic sources about subjects because these facts about Spirulina as a food supplement are proven by experts, scientists,  and doctors.

Nevertheless, if somebody has problems, they must consult a doctor before trying any new food or supplement.

Experience about Spirulina

The feedback from happy customers

Unsolicited letters were published in the book The Whole Truth about Spirulina. People from various states described experiences with the usage of Spirulina. Doctors, moms, seniors, and marathon runners were fascinated with how Spirulina helps them.

Some people felt increased energy, happiness,  and joy: some of the consumers were rid of allergies and snacking habits. Many people expressed delight about shiny hair, more profound meditations, less need for sleep, lost weight, and many more achievements regarding well-being.

I used by myself Spirulina sporadically because I did not feel the need. Now I started to take a few tablets every day. I am fine. I can tell that I am relaxed, and I ignore drivers who cut ahead of me. I think that it is an outstanding achievement for me. My experience with Spirulina is a positive one.

How about you? Did you hear about Spirulina? Did you use it as a food supplement? I would be glad to hear from you.

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Why do I like Spirulina? Spirulina, for me, is the number second after Cordyceps. I know that Spirulina is the best nutritional and nutraceutical algae. Spirulina makes me feel balanced and energetic.

Previously I ignored the qualities of Spirulina. I used it by recommendations of doctors as a nutritional supplement.

I did not have problems as people who wrote feedback in the book The Whole Truth About Spirulina. This book is the source of documented results and health care professionals about Spirulina usage.

Feedback is a great thing

We trust our friends or people who tried or used things which we would like to work too. Most of us are self-conscious and suspicious about fake products or false accusations; we would love to hear about the experience from reliable resources.

Nowadays, when everybody can use the right to free speech, somebody can make things up.

It is why I like to read scientific books and articles about products, things, or creations of Nature.

Usually,  people do not lie about the experience, especially if something was excellent and had good results after using an item or product.

Why do I like Spirulina?

Spirulina is the best food supplement with all amino acids, minerals, proteins, vitamins, and enzymes.

For example, beef has 22 percent protein, while Spirulina has complete protein from 65 to 71 percent. The protein amount in Spirulina is higher than in Chlorella.

Spirulina is certified and proven as a safe and non-toxic food supplement. Why do  I like  Spirulina? The algae do not have side effects. Of course, if somebody eats plenty of pills or tablets, the body can reject food when it is too much.

Aztecs and Mayans consumed spirulina people in Mexico and Africa thousands of years ago. Spirulina grows naturally in the lakes of Chad in Africa, in the middle of the Sahara Desert.

People harvest Spirulina scooping with baskets and pouring to drain on the sand. The algae dry in the sun. For the use of food, the Spirulina is mixed with wheat and baked or consumed as soup.

There are no side effects

I think that you have heard about the side effects of drugs. There are many stories about the not-so-social consequences of using one or different medications.

Spirulina does not have any side effects. I read that the body does not accept it readily for some people who take too many tablets or pills at once. Individuals who have plenty of toxins in their bodies can not feel well. Spirulina helps remove toxins from the body.  However, it is the same with everything. If it is too much of something,  the body handles it.

We need to listen to our bodies. We do not eat just vegetables all day because it is healthy. We take everything in moderation. Why do I like Spirulina? Spirulina is a nutraceutical food without any side effects.

Do you use Spirulina? If you use it, how long do you have this experience? It would be interesting to hear from you.

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