SpirulinaK Bio

Properties and benefits

Spirulina is a green-blue micro algae with high nutrition values and low environmental impact, defined by FAO as “food of the future”.

Spirulina is vegetable food containing:

the higest percentage of proteins 60-65% and in particular of essential amino acids;
minerals like iron, potassium, magnesium, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium;
vitamin A and Group B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B6, B12) folic acid, inositol, panthotenic acid, vitamin C, E, H, K.

Spirulina is rich of pigments like phycocyanin (anti-oxidant), lutein, beta carotene. Does not contain iodine.
Apulia Kundi Spirulina K thanks to an innovative dry-system maintain all the nutraceutical values. It is available in dry sticks, 100% pure.

1 tablespoon of spirulina corresponds to:

Vitamin B12 = 500 gr meat

PROTEIN = 35 gr of beef

CALCIUM = 3 glasses of milk

VITAMIN E = 3 tablespoons of wheat

IRON = 300 grams of spinach

BETACAROTENE = 18 carrots

How to take Spirulina Why hire it Other benefits Contraindications Why choose Spirulina K Growing Spirulina has not environmental costs

How to take Spirulina

A teaspoon a day (about 2g) has an energizing effect, helps our well-being as it strengthens the immune system, promotes the purification of the body, reduces the blood sugar level and counteracts cellular aging.

The BIO Spirulina from ApuliaKundi is in the form of a 100% natural and pure stick and not in capsules or tablets.

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Spirulina sticks can be tasted plain or added to sweet or savory such as yogurt, smoothies, fruit juices, salads. According to your tastes, it can be added to any food, even ice cream!

Spirulina must be taken consistently, therefore every day, for some more or less long periods (from 10 days to 1-3 months)

One tablespoon of Spirulina corresponds to:
Vitamin B12 = 500 grams of meat
Proteins = 35 grams of beef
Iron = 300 grams of spinach
Calcium = 3 glasses of milk
Betacarotene = 18 carrots
Vitamin E = 3 tablespoons of wheat

Why hire it

It has extraordinary nutritional, therapeutic and health benefits by virtue of its high nutritional value. It is also termed a nutraceutical food, since it has a high nutritional content and as a drug healing capabilities.

Taking BIO ApuliaKundi Spirulina is good for you because:

it is a natural energizer, thanks to the fact that it represents a food with a complete nutritional profile;
it is a powerful antioxidant, due to the presence of phycocyanin, selenium and vitamin E, capable of reducing free radicals and cellular aging.
it decreases the level of bad LDL cholesterol in favor of the good one HDL, as it contains omega 3 and omega 6;
promotes the purifying action of the liver and kidneys since it has a chelating action;
protects the nervous system due to the presence of particular essential amino acids and B vitamins;
it is a natural tonic, which strengthens our body;
maintains the right blood sugar level, therefore it keeps the glycemic index low;
maintains skin elasticity and the health of hair, nails and eyes thanks to the presence of Vitamin A and sulfur amino acids.

Other benefits

It strengthens the immune system, thanks to the antiviral action of Spirulina it has an immunostimulating function;
increases physical endurance and muscle development, due to the presence of proteins and mineral salts in particular such as magnesium and potassium;
it is a natural source of iron, bioavailable thanks to the presence of vitamin C;
promotes concentration and memory due to the presence of phosphorus;
it has a prebiotic function as it helps to develop lactic bacteria favorable to the rebalancing of the intestinal flora, therefore it is ideal after taking antibiotics;
it is useful in the diet aimed at weight loss or in low-calorie regimes, as it inhibits the feeling of hunger;
strengthens the bones as it contains calcium;
it has an anti-aging function thanks to the presence of antioxidants and vitamin A;
promotes good mood due to the presence of the precursor of serotonin.

Spirulina is an ally for all those who need energy, who have nutritional deficiencies such as iron, suffer from celiac disease, for vegans, vegetarians, athletes, those who follow a diet or a detox diet, for those who want to prevent through a correct lifestyle and a healthy and balanced diet.

Contraindications

Why choose Spirulina K

It was developed by the ApuliaKundi team, in fact, after a long period of research on the production process and the final product.

On the market it is possible to find Spirulina from different countries of the world, often transformed into different types of forms such as tablets, capsules, tablets, powder etc.

However, due to the transformation, Spirulina often loses its traceability and purity. For these reasons it is important to know the place of production / origin and the cultivation method.

It is characterized by different standards of the highest quality.

100% NATURAL since it is naturally grown following the seasonality. Thanks to the location of the plant in Puglia and therefore to the warm temperatures of the region, we produce Spirulina K in a natural way;
100% PURE is a controlled product, Spirulina is grown in a fully monitored environment and away from external contamination;
BIOLOGICA is certified;
SPIRULINA IN STICK and not in capsules or tablets, making the product versatile to be enjoyed in different ways and to be used as an ingredient in the kitchen for other preparations;
RAW FOOD thanks to the innovative cold drying system keeps its nutraceutical properties intact;
GLUTEN FREE as it is grown and packaged in a factory where only Spirulina is produced;
VEGAN thanks to its purity is a product suitable for those who choose a vegan diet;
SUSTAINABLE ApuliaKundi's choice not to produce in the winter months makes Spirulina K a sustainable food, we do not illuminate or heat artificially;
SPIRULINA ITALIANA is grown in an Italian plant in Puglia with EU standards.

By choosing ApuliaKundi products, you support quality, Made in Italy and youth entrepreneurship as well as sustainable and eco-compatible production.

Growing Spirulina has not environmental costs

Spirulina does not cause pollution and through the photosynthesis process contributes to GHG greenhouse gases abatement, capturing CO2. It also does not cause soil erosion, water contamination or forest destruction, does not require the use of toxic pesticides and herbicides.

Spirulina requires much less water and energy per kg of protein than any other food, including solar energy and that generated.

To grow Spirulina is necessary:

1/3 of the water used by the soybean,
1/6 of the water used for wheat,
1/50 of the water needed for the beef proteins.

Spirulina K is low-calorie, and cholesterol free. Spirulina K contains only 5% fat, opposed to animal protein.

Spirulina contains vegetable protein and is rich in vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. It maintains the right level of blood sugar, is anti-oxidant, helps the immune system, promotes concentration, purifies and strengthens the body.