Spirulina slimming: instructions for use

What is spirulina? This is one of the types of blue-green algae that is grown under special conditions and is used as a forage and biologically active substance. Used spirulina for weight loss, to strengthen immunity, to increase the endurance of the body and as an effective detoxifier. Spirulina will help to recover from serious poisoning or radiation damage.

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Indications of the spirulina for weight loss

The ability of spirulina - to promote weight loss - was discovered not so long ago. This effect is due to the multifaceted action of spirulina. This is the general cleansing of the body of toxins, and the activation of metabolic processes, and the normalization of cholesterol in the blood.

Thus, it is possible to characterize the main indications for the treatment of spirulina:

• general slagging, chronic and acute intoxication of the body;
• increased cholesterol in the blood, atherosclerosis;
• excessive body weight.

In addition, spirulina can be used as a source of nutrients in diseases of the endocrine system, as a means of improving the picture of the blood.

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Release form

Spirulina is a biologically active additive based on freshwater alga spirulina.

Spirulina for weight loss is made in the form of powder, tincture for oral administration, as well as in tableted and encapsulated form.

Capsules spirulina for weight loss contain 250 mg of spirulina, saturated with provitamin A, chlorophyll, omega-6 acids, tyrosine, phycocyanin, thiamine, cystine, glycogen.

Slimming pills spirulina often contain additional substances in the form of vitamins and minerals, which increases the effect of the drug.

Names of drugs based on spirulina

Currently, many manufacturers of dietary supplements are known that contain spirulina in their composition. These can be complex preparations, where spirulina is up to 70% of the total number of components, and there may be "pure" products containing only this alga.

• Spirulina gold (produced in Ukraine, Mykolayiv) is a high-quality, high-protein preparation with a rich vitamin-mineral composition and a large number of amino acids.
• Solgar spirulina is a biologically active additive of the famous American manufacturer. The drug is designed to maintain the general tone of the body and to improve the function of its individual systems.
• Spirulina + iodine is an iodinated version of spirulina, in which the main "working" components are high-quality proteins and organic iodine. Producer of the drug is Ukraine, LTD MPKF "Spirulina".
• Chinese spirulina for weight loss is a complex remedy, which is a balanced combination of zeolite, sulfur and spirulina. The drug restores lost metabolism, improves immunity and increases the effectiveness of weight loss. Manufacturer - PRC.
• Spirulina VEL for weight loss is a supplement that is 99% microalgae spirulina and can be used as an additional source of beta-carotene and phycocyanins. Spirulina VEL has immunomodulatory effect, antioxidant effect, normalizes metabolism. Can be used, both for weight loss, and for preventing a set of extra pounds.

Pharmacodynamics

Spirulina has a unique composition, which includes practically all the substances necessary for the body. Perhaps, for this reason, spirulina for weight loss is suitable as well as possible, because the body in a state of stress associated with changes in diet continues to receive all the necessary substances in full.

The composition of spirulina is represented by a huge list of vitamins, micro and macro elements, amino acids. Also spirulina contains essential polyunsaturated fatty acids.

Spirulina lowers cholesterol in the bloodstream, promotes the removal of toxic waste, facilitating the work of the liver. Simultaneously with the listed processes, metabolism is stabilized, which gives an impetus to a decrease in the total body weight.

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Pharmacokinetics

The pharmacokinetic properties of spirulina for weight loss have not been studied. It is generally accepted that in relation to herbal preparations, an isolated analysis of the kinetic parameters is not necessary.

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Dosing and administration

It is better if spirulina for weight loss is fresh - so its effect will be more effective. However, the dry preparation is also useful: it is added to food during cooking or in ready-made meals.

In addition, spirulina for weight loss is also available as ready-made preparations, in tablet or encapsulated form. This option is often recognized as the most convenient to use.

For quality slimming spirulina is adopted according to this scheme:

• for 2 weeks, take 1.5-2 g of spirulina before eating with a glass of liquid;
• then you should take a break 7-14 days;
• after that you can repeat the course of taking spirulina.

We specify that 1 tsp. Powdered spirulina contains 5 g of preparation, as well as 1 standard tablet.

The total duration of treatment is usually 1-3 months.

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Use of the spirulina for weight loss during pregnancy

For a normal course of pregnancy and the correct intrauterine development of a child, it is important for a woman to take with food a sufficient number of all kinds of mineral and vitamin substances. It would seem that spirulina is suitable for this purpose better than other drugs.

Nevertheless, it is worth noting that at the moment there is no research on the benefits or harm of spirulina during the period of gestation. Therefore, taking the drug for pregnant women is not recommended: at least without consulting a doctor.

Contraindications

Spirulina should not be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Precautions in use require other painful conditions:

• disruption of the digestive tract;
• propensity to allergy to the composition of the drug;
• acute periods of infectious diseases;
• severe kidney disease;
• heart attack, stroke, high and low blood pressure.

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Side effects of the spirulina for weight loss

During treatment with spirulina, some unwanted symptoms may appear:

• dyspepsia in the form of nausea and diarrhea;
• headache;
• myalgia;
• redness of the face;
• increased sweating;
• decrease in the concentration abilities of the brain.

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Overdose

Cases of an overdose of spirulina are not described. It is assumed that the use of the drug in large quantities can cause dyspepsia - a digestive disorder in the form of diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn and other unpleasant phenomena.

Interactions with other drugs

Spirulina is usually well tolerated by the body and does not enter into drug interactions with other substances and preparations.

Since spirulina has detoxification properties, it can accelerate the excretion of drugs and metabolites from the body.

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Storage conditions

Spirulina is stored in dark, dry places, with limited access to children.

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Shelf life

The powdered spirulina is stored for 1 year.

Capsules and spirulina tablets can be stored for 2-3 years, depending on the manufacturer.

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Doctor's comments

Doctors treat spirulina preparations without much enthusiasm. The fact is that the studies that were conducted on laboratory rodents did not prove the effectiveness of spirulina for weight loss. Moreover, the drug had no significant effect on metabolic processes and did not cause accelerated splitting of adipose tissue.

What can explain the mass of positive user feedback about spirulina?

Spirulina preparations contain a large amount of phenylalanine, belonging to the category of ketones. Ketones are an intermediate metabolite, one of the properties of which is suppression of appetite. In part, for this reason spirulina is not recommended for use in pregnancy, lactation and diabetes.

In addition, regular use of spirulina drugs allows you to withstand even the most strict diets, because spirulina with its rich composition covers the lack of most nutrients in the body.

Doctors do not recommend using spirulina for weight loss all the time - this drug has not been studied enough, so it should be taken short courses, for a maximum of 5-6 months.

Reviews thin

Feedback from those who have already tried the action of spirulina for weight loss, are fundamentally different from the opinion of medical specialists. However, users note that only one method of spirulina is not enough to lose weight: the drug must be combined with the transition to proper nutrition, with an increase in physical activity, with an increase in daily intake of liquid.

In the period of taking spirulina for weight loss, you just need to drink water. The amount of clean water per day should be from 2 to 3 liters, but no more. Excess fluid can help wash away sodium from the body, which can lead to serious health problems.

Only, observing the listed conditions, spirulina for weight loss can become effective. It is important to take into account the individual characteristics of each person, so the effect of losing weight can occur at different times. It is not necessary to count on the instant result: nevertheless, according to the reviews, kilograms dropped with spirulina do not return if you maintain and maintain your weight, observing proper nutrition and physical activity.