Why you should be eating this blue-green algae
The Aztecs had their ducks in a row.
Aside from being architectural luminaries, they can take credit for bringing chocolate, popcorn and the 365-day calendar to the New World (okay, with a little help from the Conquistadors). So what was up with all the blue-green algae they collected from the surface of lakes and ate right up? You can chalk that up to yet another smart move by the Aztecs.
Known as spirulina, blue-green algae has been used as a nutritious food source dating back to before the 16th century. It wasn’t until the 1970s that spirulina saw an awakening once again, now being doted as the superfood of the future. As one of the best sources of pre-digested proteins on the planet, the algae packs 60- to 70-percent protein, making it an ideal supplement for vegans and vegetarians.
Many studies suggest that spirulina supports a healthy immune and digestive system, powers us with energy, acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory and is mighty good for the brain and heart
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