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Spirulna platensis

  • Protein 60 %  
  • Phycocyanin 12 - 20 % 

Delivery time
3-7 weeks
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Why is phycocyanin important?

The blue plant pigment is anti-inflammatory[3, 7] and protects the cells from radicals.

Typical applications: Spirulna platensis

Spirulina capsules are offered as a supplement, that is, as a dietary supplement. They are taken in addition to daily food to prevent deficiencies of proteins, iron, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids[5, 6].

Spirulina has a long lasting effect on the skin, which is then generally healthier, and the capsules have a smooth surface that slides easily down the oesophagus. For this reason they are offered by many companies - for example Biofeel.

typical applications for Spirulna platensis Capsules

Typical applications

  • Spirulina is used as a food supplement and foodstuff.
  • The capsule is suitable for easy oral absorption or can be integrated into recipes by opening it. 
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ALGANEX certificate system

  • ALGANEX guarantees a high quality product without impurities
  • The content of phycocyanin is at least 12 %
  • The capsules are free of additives

Product information: Spirulna platensis

With a protein content of over 60 percent, spirulina capsules are a protein-rich food supplement with many trace elements and vitamins. One capsule contains 3g of powder, so the recommended daily dose of 10 capsules is sufficient to maintain stable and vital health. Spirulina's own phycocyanin provides additional protection against environmental toxins[4].

specification

 
appearance dark green
dry substance > 92 %

nutritional value

energy 1600 kj                  
  328 kcal                            
fat  7 g
saturated fatty acids 2 g
carbonhydrates 15 g
sugars 2 g
protein 65 g
salt 0,04 g
pycocyanin 12-20 g      

heavy metals

arsenic                 < 0,7 mg/kg 
lead  < 3 mg/kg
cadium  < 1 mg/kg
mercury  < 0,1 mg/kg

Mmicrobiological contaminations 

 total bacterial count (aerobe)  < 1 x 103 KBE/g
Escherichia coli  < 1 KBE/g
moult < 1 x 103 KBE/g
salmonella undetectable
coliformes germs < 1 x 103 KBE/g

 

 

Sources:

  1. Spirulina platensis - M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 20 August 2024. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway (https://www.algaebase.org/search/species/detail/?species_id=51883)
  2. Spirulina platensis - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthrospira_platensis)
  3. Calella P, Cerullo G, Di Dio M, Liguori F, Di Onofrio V, Gallè F, Liguori G. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of spirulina in exercise and sport: A systematic review. Front Nutr. 2022 Dec 14;9:1048258. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2022.1048258. PMID: 36590230; PMCID: PMC9795056. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36590230/)
  4. Zheng J, Inoguchi T, Sasaki S, Maeda Y, McCarty MF, Fujii M, Ikeda N, Kobayashi K, Sonoda N, Takayanagi R. Phycocyanin and phycocyanobilin from Spirulina platensis protect against diabetic nephropathy by inhibiting oxidative stress. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2013 Jan 15;304(2):R110-20. doi: 10.1152/ajpregu.00648.2011. Epub 2012 Oct 31. PMID: 23115122. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23115122/)
  5. Maddiboyina B, Vanamamalai HK, Roy H, Ramaiah, Gandhi S, Kavisri M, Moovendhan M. Food and drug industry applications of microalgae Spirulina platensis: A review. J Basic Microbiol. 2023 Jun;63(6):573-583. doi: 10.1002/jobm.202200704. Epub 2023 Jan 31. PMID: 36720046. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36720046/)
  6. Grosshagauer S, Kraemer K, Somoza V. The True Value of Spirulina. J Agric Food Chem. 2020 Apr 8;68(14):4109-4115. doi: 10.1021/acs.jafc.9b08251. Epub 2020 Mar 25. PMID: 32133854. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32133854/)
  7. Wu Q, Liu L, Miron A, Klímová B, Wan D, Kuča K. The antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and anti-inflammatory activities of Spirulina: an overview. Arch Toxicol. 2016 Aug;90(8):1817-40. doi: 10.1007/s00204-016-1744-5. Epub 2016 Jun 3. PMID: 27259333. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27259333/)
  8. Gunes S, Tamburaci S, Dalay MC, Deliloglu Gurhan I. In vitro evaluation of Spirulina platensis extract incorporated skin cream with its wound healing and antioxidant activities. Pharm Biol. 2017 Dec;55(1):1824-1832. doi: 10.1080/13880209.2017.1331249. PMID: 28552036; PMCID: PMC6130752. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28552036/)
  9. Metekia WA, Ulusoy BH. Antimicrobial activity of Spirulina platensis extract on total mesophilic and psychrophilic bacteria of fresh tilapia fillet. Sci Rep. 2023 Aug 11;13(1):13081. doi: 10.1038/s41598-023-40260-z. PMID: 37567905; PMCID: PMC10421913. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37567905/)
  10. Zeng Q, Jiang J, Wang J, Zhou Q, Zhang X. N-Terminal Acetylation and C-Terminal Amidation of Spirulina platensis-Derived Hexapeptide: Anti-Photoaging Activity and Proteomic Analysis. Mar Drugs. 2019 Sep 4;17(9):520. doi: 10.3390/md17090520. PMID: 31487895; PMCID: PMC6780235. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31487895/)
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