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Spirulina

Spirulina is a cyanobacterium, often called blue-green algae, sold as a food or supplement, commonly as powder.

Also listed as Arthrospira maxima, Arthrospira platensis, Blue Green Algae, Spirulina maxima

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What matters when comparing products?

Powders, tablets and flakes are available. Product traceability matters because cyanotoxins, bacteria and metals can contaminate spirulina; ANSES favors controlled supply channels with an identifiable producer. 1 2

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