Spirulina is an organism that grows both in fresh and saltwater. It is a type of bacterium called cyanobacterium, which is often referred to as blue-green algae.

See the most important facts, based on scientific research, about the benefits of spirulina:

• It has an exceptionally high content of many nutrients.
• One tablespoon (7 grams) of dried spirulina powder contains:
• Protein: 4 grams
• Vitamin B1 (thiamine): 11% of the recommended daily intake
• Vitamin B2 (riboflavin): 15% of the recommended daily intake
• Vitamin B3 (niacin): 4% of the recommended daily intake
• Copper: 21% of the recommended daily intake
• Iron: 11% of the recommended daily intake