a Fusion of Superfoods: Benefits of Amla & Spirulina

The Synergy of Two Superfoods

Spirulina and Amla are powerhouses of nutrition, offering many health benefits. Together they are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and protein.

The first recorded use of Spirulina was by the Aztecs, they used it for endurance enhancement… the Aztecs also used Spirulina to treat various diseases.

Benefits of Spirulina Garden of Dreams North Goa

Spirulina is a ‘Cyanobacteria’ a single-celled bacteria… it is thought to be one of the oldest forms of life. In fact it’s been around for about 2.7 billion years!

It’s a type of blue-green algae that grows naturally in the alkaline waters of many lakes, rivers and ponds. However, most of the spirulina consumed today is cultivated in controlled environments.

The water containing the Spirulina is filtered to separate the algae from the liquid. Then the Spirulina is dried to remove moisture, which can be done using various methods like spray drying or sun drying.

This blue-green alga alone is packed with essential vitamins, minerals and protein… including iron. In fact Spirulina is one of the most potent sources of plant-based iron.

Iron is essential for oxygen transport, energy production, and a strong immune system! Iron makes your blood red… Your blood moves things about that need to be moved, and iron helps oxygen move about in the blood.

Spirulina also increases nitric oxide production in your body helping your blood vessels relax… and the detoxing properties of Spirulina helps remove heavy metals from the body.

Then Why Add Amla?

Adding Amla not only makes it taste better (no one drinks spirulina for the flavour right lol), including Amla adds the critical component for iron absorption.

Spirulina is a rich source of plant based non-heme iron (or Ferric Iron, Fe3). The body needs to convert Ferric iron into Ferrous Iron (Fe2)… Enter Amla.

The super high levels of Vitamin C in Amla and the acid inside your stomach (Hydrochloric) converts the Ferric Iron into Ferrous Iron. Vitamin C is ESSENTIAL for Iron Absorption.

That’s because Vitamin C is needed by the body to absorb iron effectively.

Iron is an essential mineral and it is important to keep on top of your intake, especially when a vegetarian diet and plant-based, vegan diets.

More Benefits of Amla & the Master Anti-Oxidant

Benefits of Amla Garden of Dreams North Goa

Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a fruit native to India. It’s a small, green, sour fruit that’s often used in traditional Indian medicine.

Often called the Master Antioxidant, Vitamin C… is a powerful antioxidant and it also rejuvenates other antioxidants, super boosting immune system functioning.

and Amla’s are one of the most abundant natural sources of Vitamin C. In many ways, this is the most important vitamin with many health benefits… including Vitamin C’s role in mineral absorption of Iron.

The Vitamin C in Amla is stabilized by the presence of tannins, which help to maintain the vitamin content even through processing

This high Vitamin C content helps strengthen the immune system, making it more resilient to infections.

Even More Benefits of Amla:

Amla’s fiber content aids digestion, promoting healthy gut function.
It’s also an Adaptogen, i.e a substance that helps the body adapt to stressors
Often used in hair care products to strengthen hair follicles, reduce hair fall and promote healthy hair growth
Anti-inflammatory properties help reduce inflammation in the body

The Garden of Dreams Spirulina & Amla Health Shot

The blue-green alga Spirulina and the Indian Gooseberry Amla are two powerful Superfoods. Both renowned for their nutritional benefits and often combined in traditional Ayurvedic remedies.

Why They’re Great Together:

Enhanced Iron Absorption: The Vitamin C in Amla improving the absorption of iron from Spirulina
Synergistic Antioxidant Effects: Combining the antioxidants in both to provide stronger protection against oxidative stress and cell damage
Balanced Nutrient Profile: Together, they offer a well-rounded combination of protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
Complementary Benefits: Spirulina’s focus on protein and essential nutrients complements Amla’s focus on antioxidants and digestive health.

In essence, the combination of Spirulina and Amla offer a potent blend of nutrients and health benefits, making it a popular choice for those seeking to enhance their diet and support overall well-being.

Try one of our Spirulina & Amla (with base of fresh lemon juice) in the Garden of Dreams today.

Health Benefits of Spirulina and Amla

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