What is spirulina?
Spirulina is a blue-green, spiral-shaped, freshwater microalgae, one of the oldest life forms on earth.
It grows in alkaline and salt water, at temperatures of approx. 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit), and it needs light to activate the photosynthesis process (like plants). It’s the only food proposed by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) to be astronauts’ food for long-term space missions. NASA has stated that 1 gram of Spirulina has the equivalent nutrient value of 1 kilogram of assorted fruits and vegetables.
What does Spirulina contain?
It contains a various and diverse concentration of nutrients which has been used as a food supplement and it’s regarded as Superfood and wonder drug.
Between 55% and 70% protein
Rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E and K
Number one source of chlorophyll
Contains 18 amino acids
8 x more antioxidants than blueberries
3 x more protein than meat
25 x more beta-carotene than carrots
26 x more calcium than milk
4 x more iron than raw beef liver
50 x more iron than spinach
6 x richer in iron than raw beef liver
10 x more potassium than most fruit and vegetables
6 x more protein than eggs.
More antioxidants in a single teaspoon than any food known to man
just to name a few properties …
Between 55% and 70% protein
Rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E and K
Number one source of chlorophyll
Contains 18 amino acids
8 x more antioxidants than blueberries
3 x more protein than meat
25 x more beta-carotene than carrots
26 x more calcium than milk
4 x more iron than raw beef liver
50 x more iron than spinach
6 x richer in iron than raw beef liver
10 x more potassium than most fruit and vegetables
6 x more protein than eggs.
More antioxidants in a single teaspoon than any food known to man
just to name a few properties …
Who can eat Spirulina?
Virtually everybody. When consumed at recommended levels, Spirulina has very few side effects.
People who have phenylketonuria (PKU), those taking anticoagulants, pregnant women, and people with autoimmune diseases should tell their doctor, as it may interfere with other medications.
Why is spirulina essential for your health and well-being?
Why I should eat Spirulina?
Here some of the greats benefits for your health
What’s so special about Spiru4?
We grow our fresh Spirulina in our pristine eco-friendly farm located in a sunny and natural protected area in Phuket, Thailand.
We manage the entire process, from the cultivation to the harvesting, packaging and final delivery of our product without intermediaries.
Most large farms grow spirulina in large outdoor tubs. The main problem with this outdoor growing system is the risk of contamination.
It is very difficult, if not impossible, to avoid contamination with harmful substances (pollutants, acid rain) and prevent disease carriers, such as rats, snakes, insects, birds, etc. from accessing the outdoor tubs. Consequently, it is difficult to guarantee a consistent quality standard.
To overcome these obstacles and keep these issues under control, we have opted for a closed cultivation system. In doing so, we can always guarantee the quality and purity of our spirulina, even if this requires more efforts and resources. Cleanliness and quality are of paramount importance for us. Our transparent tanks allow us to maintain impeccable hygiene standards with obvious benefits to product quality and consumer health.
How can I take SPIRU4?
Pure spirulina (not mixed with other products), can be taken fresh, in powder or in tablets.
Mission & Vision
Our planet is suffering, we can’t continue to overexploit our natural resources indefinitely.
We believe that something needs to be done. Future generations are at risk.
In our small way, we want to contribute by sending a message: change is possible! We produce superfoods that are sustainable for nature and safe for people. A product for those who want to change, for those who want to make their contribution to a sustainable environment, for people attentive to our planet, and to offer an alternative to animal proteins. United we can do it.
Together, change is possible
“Illuminated by the Phuket sun and nurtured by the world-renowned swiss precision, our all natural spirulina grows into the best quality product for your health”
““I prefer to work behind the scenes.” Like Henry Ford once said “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking”
“A gram of prevention is worth a kilo of cure.” That’s why I’m committed to monitoring every single step of our production.
“Every day is a new challenge. We’re highly committed, and our efforts are greatly rewarded by the high quality of our products”
About fresh/frozen
Spirulina
We preserve and freeze Spiru4 Fresh Spirulina in its most completed nutrient-dense form, so there’s no unfavourable odour or aftertaste.
1 dose of Spiru4 Spirulina provides nearly all supplements to your daily nutrition. Blend or use a dose of SPIRU4 Spirulina into smoothies, salad dressings, sauces and much more.
About Spiru4
Dried Spirulina
The daily recommended dosage is between 3/4 grams, 8 grams for athletes.
Dried Spirulina can be mixed with fruit juices or smoothies, dissolved in water or added to your favourite salad or yogurt. For a handy use, Spirulina can be found in tablet form.
Organic (BIO)spirulina VS
All Natural spirulina
The organic rules provide for the use of organic fertilisers that can contain toxins, pathogenic organisms, heavy metals and bacteria.
Their heavy use (the needed?/allowed? quantity is today ten times greater than a few years ago) poses higher risk of contamination to the final product.
We use the best non-animal fertilisers for our All Natural Spirulina and we grow it in a closed system.
That’s why our spirulina is safer and of better quality.
Our spirulina is also a vegan superfood because we don’t use any animal components during the entire production process.
Finally, we contribute to the environment sustainability by minimising the use of resources such as land, water, and energy and by reducing waste.
Spirulina is sustainable for the environment
One of the biggest problems in producing food today is sustainability. If we continue along our current path, in the near future we will have land, water and food shortages. Intensive livestock and agriculture simply consume too many resources. Livestock covers 45 % of the Earth’s total landmass. Also, 3/4 of the world’s fishing stock has been depleted. The planet will not be able to sustain this method of food production in the future. If we don’t change our habits, soon, we will have a major problem with vital resources such as water, land, oxygen and food. During the growing process, Spirulina produces oxygen and absorbs 250% CO2 more than rain forest. This great natural air purifier helps maintain clean the air. We can make a big difference, simply by eating fewer animal products and replacing them with plants.
Water needed to produce 1 kg of protein
Land needed to produce 1 kg of protein
Testimonials
Here’s what our happy customers say about our products and services:
“I’m 50 years old and I’ve always been overweight. I tried to lose weight in many ways, with diets and and supplement products. In spite of my best efforts, there were no tangible results. 6 months ago I tried spirulina and thanks to it, I finally managed to beat the belly bloating and reduce my waist size!” Now I continue to take the Spirulina tablets to keep my weight in check. I feel better. “It’s a magic food for me”
My name is Tawan Parnchan. I have high blood pressure, and it increases the risk of heart failure. I’ve been in pain for many years, feeling tired and defeated due to this chronic illness. My family couldn’t stand my suffering any longer, and after a detailed research, they finally convinced me to try Spiru4. Now I take it daily, and believe it or not! I’m reborn. I wake up fresh and reinvigorated. This algae has given me my energy back. “ I love it”
“It helped me lose weight, I cannot be fat but to work out and training every day is not possible for me. Even, I go to a gym regularly but my age of 48 years old is a burden. I had downsized my meals with Spirulina tablet, it gave me great results. I am happy with my age and my weight.“
“ I am a receptionist at a beauty clinic. I absolutely want to keep looking young, of course! I spent many thousand Baht on skincare and cosmetics, but they didn’t give me a healthier look, on the contrary, sometimes I had allergic reactions to the products I used. I was depressed. I had a dark spot of melasma on my face, and I didn’t know how to get rid of it. One of my clients introduced me to Spirulina powder. I started taking it twice a day with my fruit juice, and my health has improved from the inside out! Now my skin glows and it’s soft like silk. My Melasma spot has faded and my wrinkles have vanished! I’ve finally found what I’ve been looking for. I simply don’t need anything else.”
“I started taking fresh Spirulina with my meals after my husband convinced me to try this superfood. I’ m 52, I have the arthritis, and my joints, fingers and ankles were constantly swollen. In the past, I experienced only side-effects with other supplements, so I’m very careful about what I put into my body now. I’m thankful for my husband who introduced me to Spiru4 Spirulina. After only 1 week, I had already lost weight. I keep taking it as recommended, and my weight continues to drop. I’m more agile and I feel better. My skin is firmer and more moisturised. I think it makes me look younger, too.”
“I suffered from insomnia, hypertension, and depression. I tried every kind of medication without success. During a check-up, my doctor suggested Spirulina. I didn’t know what it was exactly, I assumed it was something similar to a marine organism which tasted like fish. I started doing my research and I found the Spiru4 product. I was impressed by the fact that it grows in closed tanks instead of open ponds. Considering that, on top of a reasonable price, they also offered a guarantee, I said to myself: “You’ve got nothing to lose, worst case scenario, you get your money back!” After 2 weeks of regular intake, the results far exceeded my expectations. I’ve never slept so well in my life! It has made a huge difference for me. I’m a runner, and after 2 months of spirulina, I noticed that I have more stamina and endurance. Overall, I feel so much better. ”