Blue Spirulina, although relatively unknown to the west, has the nickname “blue gold” to the rest of the world. The Superfood Spirulina is often consumed in the form of a supplement or powdered superfood. Blue Spirulina and its superstar component Phycocyanin naturally enhances energy, endurance, strength, stamina, focus, and overall natural ability. Studies suggest about 20% of blue spirulina is the molecule phycocyanin.
What Is Blue Spirulina?
Spirulina is a form of cyanobacteria, a class of bacteria known for its medicinal or health properties. Spirulina is usually named after the main pigment that gives it its color. Green Algae is chlorophyll and likewise, Orange Algae is beta-carotene. Blue Algae is named after the pigment and molecule Phycocyanin. This molecule is what gives Blue Spirulina the deep blue color and studies suggest has many health benefiting properties.
Phycocyanin is the compound responsible for the creation of energy in Blue Spirulina and also gives Blue Spirulina a beautiful bluish color. In fact, it is the Phycocyanin that gives Advanced Body Foods Performance Pollen its unique, enticing natural ocean/ turquoise color. Blue Spirulina is one of the main active superfood ingredients in our Performance Pollen Training, Fitness, and Performance Blend.
Blue Spirulina For Fitness Optimization – The Benefits
Contains All The Essential Amino Acids, Vitamins, and Minerals To Optimize Performance, Focus, Energy and Strength Under Stress.
Blue Spirulina offers a diverse panel of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and natural pain killers that support the body during the training, fitness, and performance process.
While Vitamins can be stored for later use, amino acids (the building blocks of protein) are consumed daily and cannot be stored for later use or need. Stressful lifestyles, performance, training, etc. further depletes vital amino acids and B vitamins that are abundant in Blue Spirulina.
Blue Spirulina Supports liver detoxification including heaving metals and wastes from training and stress promoting Fast and Optimized Recovery.
Phycocyanin promotes the detoxification process in the liver. The powerful antioxidants help clean and replenish vital organs. In addition, phycocyanin facilitates the elimination of toxic waste such as heavy metals that clog up organs. Phycocyanin detoxifies arsenic, a metal that is commonly found in our food source today.
Natural Pain Killer / Anti-Inflammatory
Blue Spirulina and Phycocyanin is a particularly effective painkiller: by blocking the activity of the COX-2 enzyme, Phycocyanin reduces the sensation of pain caused by inflammation. This also prevents degeneration and breakdown of joints and cartilage in athletes who train and perform.
Lowers Internal Stress and Blood Cholesterol – Fitness Optimization
Cholesterol is the main component of the stress hormone Cortisol. With that said, lowering Cholesterol indicates not only improved health, but also less internal stress and a healthier cardiovascular system. A healthy and optimized cardiovascular system is critical for optimal health, fitness, and training.
Increases Blood and Cell Oxygenation
One of the best known effects of phycocyanin is its ability to oxygenate blood and cells and supports the formation of red blood cells. This superfood increases the oxygen flow and transport of oxygen in the blood. The antioxidant properties protect the red and white blood cells against oxidative stress generated by the production of free radicals.
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