SUPERNUTRIENT FOR TOP ATHLETES AND STARS: ALGAE

The spirulina algae is often mentioned in connection with beauty care, energization, sports performance enhancement and health support.

BUT WHAT IS SPIRULINA AND WHY ATHLETES AND CELEBRITIES LIKE IT ALONE?

Blue-green algae, also known as spirulina, is a microorganism that can be found in oceans, but sometimes also in freshwater. Nutrient concentration is very high, it contains both essential fatty acids, minerals, vitamins, carotene and a large amount of protein. The latter is found in 51-71 percent of the algae and contains all essential amino acids. According to research data, its beta-carotene content is more than thirty times that of beets, it contains three times as much calcium as milk and its protein content is twice that of meat. In laboratory studies, researchers have concluded that spirulina definitely strengthens the immune system and makes it more resistant to viruses, as well as promotes the growth of probiotics. The experiences of consumers also agree with this statement.

FAVORITE OF ATHLETES

Many elite athletes also consume spirulina algae on a daily basis. American runner Lee Evans is a big fan of spirulina and attributes his two Olympic gold medals to this nutrient. Several of our ultrarunners regularly consume it (specifically, the Panhellen Alga+ preparation). Athletes who consumed the algae reported increased energy levels, increased speed and explosiveness, while also feeling that their mental capacity was increased. Spirulina contains a large amount of vitamins B1, B2, magnesium and coenzyme Q10, which are necessary for intense physical exertion. Furthermore, it helps in the faster removal and decomposition of waste materials and carbon dioxide. This not only enables high performance, but also accelerates regeneration. It has an exceptionally high antioxidant content, and is a particularly good source of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and Phycocyanin, the combined effect of which weakens the oxidative stress caused by training and delays exhaustion. The high mineral content of the blue-green algae helps to compensate for the mineral deficiency that occurs as a result of sweating associated with exercise.

ALGA AND THE STAR WORLD

But not only athletes, but also stars like to consume spirulina. Alicia Silverstone makes her skin and teeth mix from algae, while singer Ellie Goulding simply calls her morning smoothie "The winner" using spirulina. The two supermodels, Elle Macpherson and Candice Swanepoel, are also big fans of the blue-green algae. Elle also adds spirulina to her own cosmetics, Super Elixir, and to her morning smoothies, while Candice considers the algae's high vitamin B and E content to be important. According to his experience, consumption of spirulina has a beneficial effect on digestion and detoxification, and he considers it to be one of the most powerful antioxidants.

NOTE THIS FOR MAXIMUM EFFECT!

According to research, an even better effect can be achieved if spirulina and chlorella algae are consumed together, as they have slightly different properties and amplify each other's effects. An example of such a product is Panhellen Alga+. This microalga complex superfood contains organic Spirulina and Chlorella algae powder from a controlled source, in a high dose in a convenient gelatin capsule. A reliable source is also important, because you have to be very careful that the algae comes from clean water, since this plant absorbs all impurities and is a real organic sewage purifier. So it doesn't matter where you get your algae preparation from!

ALGA+

Natural source of vitamins, minerals and vegan protein

• Energy increase and indirect performance enhancement
• Beauty care
• Weight reduction
• Nutrient and vegan protein source
• A valuable source of vitamins and minerals