Spirulina farming in Nepal

POSTED BY TOINEPAL ⋅ OCTOBER 11, 2013 ⋅ 5 COMMENTS

Currently Organic World Group and Sumnima Biotech is researching to farm spirulina in Nepal.

What is spirulina?

Spirulina is a tiny blue- green algae in the shape of perfect spiral coil. Biological speaking, it is one of the oldest inhabitants of the planet. It’s classified as cyanobacteria and has characteristics of both plant and bacteria and appeared on the earth 3.6 billion years ago. Spirulina is grown naturally in mineral-rich alkaline lakes which can be found on every continent often near volcanoes.

 Spirulina as super foodSpirulina is called super food because its nutrient content is more potent than any other food on the earth. Spirulina does not have a cell wall made of cellulose, thereby making it easily digestible. Moreover spirulina has got no side effects and is non-toxic in nature. “Spirulina has the most nutrient in comparison with all other green super food, like chlorella, barley green, and wheat grass. According to medical scientists, spirulina is the most complete, balanced, concentrated and most nutritious food on earth, more than any plants, grains, herbs, and foods combined.

Some amazing facts of spirulina

Spirulina is nature’s richest whole-food source of:

• Complete vegetable protein (65-70% by dry weight) with all essential amino acids, which is 90% digestable. It has got 6 times more protein than eggs and grains, 3 times more than fish and peanuts & 20 times more than milk.
• Spirulina contains vitamins B-12. Ti is 2-3 times richer than meat and fish. Vitamins B-12 is the most difficult vitamins to obtain from plant sources; it is good for vegetarians. B-12 is necessary for the development of RBC B-12 is essential for normal growth and neurological function; a deficiency causes fatigue and moodiness, and eventually neurological damage.
• Spirulina contains 26 times more calcium than milk and a good supply of niacin and phosphorus.
• Spirulina contains Iron. It is 58 times richer than spinach and 28 times richer than raw beef liver.
• Spirulina contains vitamins E. it is 3 times richer than raw wheat germ, and its biological activity is 49% greater than synthetic vitamin E.
• Spirulina contains Beta-carotene (Pro-vitamin A). It is 15 times richer than carrots & spinach.
• spirulina contains a variety of practically every natural antioxidant known, including: the antioxidant vitamins B-1, B-5, and B-6, the minerals zinc, manganese, copper, amino acid and the super antioxidant β-carotene, vitamin E and the traces element selenium.
• Gamma linolenic acid (GLA). It is only known food, other than mother’s milk, with a concentrated source of GLA.
• Spirulina also contains high levels of the phytonutritents which are thought to play an important role in the prevention of cancer and heart disease. Phytonutrients gives quick energy without any ill effect on the pancreas.
• Chlorophyll in spirulina is act as a natural detoxifying agent, helping the body to speed the cleansing of toxins, combined with its ability to boost the immune system, makes spirulina one of the most powerful foods in the entire world.
• Sulfolipids in spirulina can prevent viruses from attaching to cell or preventing them, thus preventing viral infection; they are ‘remarkably active’ against the AIDS virus, according to the NCL.

1. The United Nation Organization (UNO) in its world food conference of 1974 declared spirulina as ‘the best food for tomorrow.’
2. World Health Organization (WHO) has hailed spirulina ‘the greatest super food on earth.’
3. Upon testing it NASA scientist found 1 kg of spirulina nutritionally equal to 1000 kg’s of assorted vegetables.
4. “Spirulina won the Beat Natural food award” in west Germany International Food Exposition, 1983.
5. “spirulina is a Medicine Food” (Russian patent 19 RU 11200-5486, 1994)

 Health benefits of spirulina

1. Boosts the Immune System of all ages.
2. Improves circulation for Cardiovascular Health.
3. Provides Enzymes for Digestion.
4. Promotes Gastrointestinal Health.
5. Lowering the cholesterol level and Blood sugar.
6. Stimulates Bone Marrow for Blood Production.
7. Promotes Natural Cleansing and Detoxification.
8. Supply Oxygen from Super Oxide Dismutase.
9. Anti-Aging (slows down aging).
10. Fight against weakness, stress/depression and strengthen nervous system.
11. Helps in Proper Hormone Production for body growth.
12. Good for Pregnant women & Nursing mothers (prevents iron deficiency & increases lactation).
13. Reduces Cancer Risk.
14. One of the World’s Powerful Natural Anti-Oxidant.
15. Spirulina is excellent for Weight control and weight loss.
16. Help in fighting viral infection.
17. Treating radiation sickness.
18. Reduce kidney and liver toxicity from mercury, drugs and chemical pollution.
19. Overcomes mal absorption and malnutrition.
20. It contains thyroid supporting minerals such as iodine, amino acid, tyrocin, they form as thyroid hormones and effectively controls thyroid problem.
21. Helps diminish allergies such as hay fever.
22. Helps keeping the energy level very high in the organism.
23. Enhance for the development of eyesight.

 Spirulina for health lovers, athletes and body builders

Athletes and bodybuilders need extra nutrition because conventional foods no longer contain the nutrients they once had; concentrated super foods have become popular. Taken before jogging or athletic competition, gym, athletes say it delivers energy and improves stamina. It increases the stamina of marathon runners, traveler, cyclist and mountain climbers who carry all their food tablets for more energy and stamina per weight than conventional foods.

Spirulina contains GLA which is known to stimulate prostaglandins, master hormones which regulate every cell of the body, including heart, skin, circulation and musculature. Correct prostaglandin levels are necessary for good health and performance.

Proteins are essential for proper stamina training, and are needed to regenerate body tissue, providing the framework for muscles, tendons and blood hemoglobin. It is more beneficial for bodybuilders, because spirulina offers 65% easy-to-digest complete vegetable protein and low in fat and cholesterol. Spirulina also contains all the amino acids which are most required for them. It is perfect Natural Dietary Supplement for body builders and athletes. Taken before meals it can satisfy desire for food and helps to reduce caloric intake, which is essential for maintaining competitive weight.

World Class and Olympic athletes in china, Cuba and USA use spirulina to improve performance and stamina. At the largest Chinese training center for over 2000 athletes, trainers report it improves recovery for all athletes and boosts the immune system. In US spirulina is by athletes who lead highly active lives, both physically and intellectually.

“Always use natural and safe dietary supplement for health and energy”

Spirulina for children, pregnant and nursing mothers

Children need essential vitamins and minerals for their proper body growth. Being a super food, spirulina contains all the Dietary components in optimum proportion to support for their Growth and development.

Nutrition during pregnancy is especially important. Iron deficiency anemia in mother and children is the most prevalent nutritional disorder. Pregnant women need spirulina’s extra easy-to-digest protein and bio available iron, without more saturated fats. In India, Vietnam, china and USA it is prescribe for pregnant and nursing mothers because it is 100% natural and safe.

Enjoy this green Superfood every day

Regardless of your personal self strategy, people who take it each day report the most health benefits, whether it is for energy, building, cleansing, or dieting. One additional benefits you may notice from regular use is more beautiful skin and healthy body. We need all the protection we can get from eating the right foods like spirulina.

How to use spirulina?

Spirulina is perfectly safe natural food which provides quick energy and nourishment. Spirulina powder can be added in milk, fruit or vegetable juice or to dishes to enhance nutritional content. It is tasty in soups, salads, pasta and breads. Do not cook spirulina, as this affect its nutritional value . Spirulina capsules are convenient to take at any time a day.

 Dosage

Data from long-time consumption and scientific evidence both suggest that 1-5 grams a day result in significant health benefits. Take a spirulina every day for the best result, because it fulfills the entire requirement that human body needs a frequently – asked question is whatever one can take too much spirulina? Spirulina is safe natural food with no side effects. People who do heavy exercise can take 10 gm up to three times a day or as per requirement. You can eat spirulina like food. If you eat “too much,” you will simply get full.

‘Contribute something for your health because health comes before wealth’

Spirulina Nutritional General Composition

(Typical Analysis per 10 grams)

Protein                                                                 65%

Carbohydrate                                    19%

Lipids (fats)                                         5%

Vitamins and minerals                   8%

Moisture                                             3%

Tabulation

Vitamins

Vitamin A                                            18000IU

Vitamin B1 thiamine                       350mcg

Vitamin B2 Riboflavin                     400mcg

Vitamin B3 Niacin                             450mcg

Vitamin B6                                          50mcg

Vitamins B12                                      20mcg

Vitamin D                                            1200 IU

Vitamin E                                             45mcg

Vitamins K                                           200mcg

Inositol                                                 6.4 mg

Biotin                                                    0.8mcg

Folic acid                                              20mcg

Pantothenic acid                              15mcg

Minerals

Calcium                                                                80 mg

Magnesium                                        40 mg

Iron                                                        15mg

Phosphorus                                        90 mg

Potassium                                           160 mg

Sodium                                                 60 mg

Manganese                                        0.5 mg

Zinc                                                        300 mcg

Boron                                                    90 mcg

Copper                                                 120 mcg

Molybdenum                                    12 mcg

Selenium                                             10 mcg

Phytonutritents

Beta-carotene                                   15 mg

Chlorophyll                                         100 mg

Total carotenoids                             37 mg

Phycocyanin                                       1400 mg

Superoxide Dismutase                  4500units

GLA                                                        135 mg

Glycolipids                                          200 mg

Sulfolipids                                           10 mg

Spirulina is also a rich source of enzymes, RNA, DNA, Sulfolipids, glycogen, and other potentially important nutrients.

Note: this profile may vary slightly, depending on production factors.

For health & Energy!!!

-Spirulina-

Writer : Parshu Birat Rai

Navraj Subedi

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