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Spirulina contains compounds that are often referred to as vitamin B12-like molecules. However, research shows that most of this B12 in Spirulina is pseudo-vitamin B12, a form that is not biologically active in humans.

Spirulina itself does not naturally contain toxins, but poor cultivation conditions can lead to contamination with heavy metals or microcystins. Scientific reviews stress the importance of controlled cultivation and third-party testing which is the exact condition we are maintaining as our Spirulina is cultivated inside closed polyhouses and goes through stringent quality testing.

Phycocyanin is a natural blue pigment found almost exclusively in Spirulina. Research shows it has strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may help protect cells from oxidative damage.

Spirulina contains a significant amount of iron in a bioavailable form. Human studies have shown improvements in haemoglobin and iron status in iron-deficient individuals, particularly women and older adults, when Spirulina was consumed regularly. However, Spirulina should not replace prescribed iron therapy in cases of clinical anaemia.

Spirulina is not a substitute for a balanced diet. It is a concentrated supplement that can help fill nutrient gaps when used alongside healthy eating, not instead of it. (This is a general nutrition principle, supported by mainstream dietary guidelines.)