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Blue-green algae are nature's most basic
food. Existing at the beginning of the food chain, it
provides nutrition in its simplest form.
Blue-green algae have a greater amount of protein than any
other whole food. It provides the essential nutrients for
the smooth operation of all the body systems, particularly
the brain and nervous system.
Blue-green algae is a very rich source of chlorophyll,
highly valued as a detoxifier and blood cleanser.
Studies indicate that blue-green algae can help strengthen
the immune system. Blue-green algae are rich in sulfolipids,
shown to increase resistance to viral infection. Studies at
the Leahi Hospital of the University of Hawaii showed
extracts of blue-green algae helped increase resistance of
human T cells to HIV infection.
Blue-green algae are used to enhance the health of the
entire body. They are also valued for promoting intestinal
regularity and the healing of wounds, boosting hemoglobin
production and helping to purify the blood.
The trace minerals found in blue green algae are:
| Boron
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Calcium
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Chlorine
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| Chromium
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Cobalt
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Copper
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| Fluorine
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Germanium
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Iodine
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| Iron
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Magnesium
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Manganese
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| Molybdenum
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Nickel
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Phosphorus
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| Potassium
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Silicon
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Sodium
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| Tin
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Titanium
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Vanadium
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Zinc
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The term "Blue-Green Algae" is a
little misleading. This microscopic, photosynthetic organism
is not closely related to true algae, such as chlorella and
"sea weeds". Blue-green algae is classified as cyanobacteria,
one of the largest groups of bacteria on earth.
Blue-green algae are one of the most primitive and ancient
life forms on the planet and are taxonomically considered to
be the ancestor of true plants. Scientists believe an
ancient relative of blue-green algae took up residence in
another microscopic (but not photosynthetic) organism. The
host organism provided a shelter, and the cyanobacteria
provided food via its ability to photosynthesize light into
glucose. This permanent relationship eventually evolved into
the development of the green chloroplast, the site of
photosynthesis in plants. |
