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In a word, yes! Spirulina, like many other plant-based super foods, is absolutely safe for kids to eat. As food, spirulina represents a complete vegan protein source. When it is sourced...

What Is Spirulina? Spirulina is well-known to be a healthy addition to one’s diet. It is a blue-green microalgae that is technically classified as a cyanobacteria and is found in a...

By: Sharon Lehman, RD If you’re looking for additional antioxidant support to boost your health, you may be wondering which antioxidant reigns supreme.  Astaxanthin is one of the most potent...

If you are an athlete in any competitive sense or if you exercise just a few times a week, you may be supplementing your training regimen with things like protein...

One of the most widely recognized superfood supplements in the world, spirulina is a microscopic blue-green algae. This nutrient-dense dynamo flourishes best in noncontaminated freshwater sources, such as streams, lakes, and rivers,...

“Doctor, what is one smart nutritional change I can make to have the health I want?”  My answer: “Eat more seafood!”  While this answer may surprise you, seafood, science says,...

It started in 1984. Our microalgae farm is carved out of 96 acres of lava from a 300-year-old lava flow from the Hualalai volcano. It’s fed by bright natural Hawaiian...

Spirulina for Skin Spirulina is one of the most nutritionally rich superfoods in existence and offers benefits to nearly every part of the human body, including the skin. Our Spirulina...

There’s something about exercising on the beach that inspires many people to keep to their fitness routine, even more so than working out on brand new gym equipment, or taking...

Hawaii is known for its natural beauty with its pristine beaches, tropical rain forests, lush valleys, beautiful pastureland, arid deserts, and active volcanoes. The natural landscape is diverse - in...

If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii anytime soon, or if you’re a local looking to get into yoga, then you might try practicing yoga on the beach. Hawaii is...

Hawaii is known for being a place with healthy citizens and is consistently ranked at or near the top of the healthiest states in the U.S. Perhaps one reason is...

We know that you want to live a sustainable lifestyle, and we’re right there with you. We only have one Earth, and it’s up to all of us to make...

One of the most enticing aspects of coming to Hawaii is the lifestyle and relaxation, but not everyone finds the same sorts of activities to be relaxing. Thankfully, when in...

Life can be stressful at times, and we all deal with some amount of stress on a near-daily basis. Between the demands of career, and family and friends, it can...

Spirulina often gets misclassified as an herb because of its amazing health promoting properties, but it's actually a bacteria, or a blue-green algae that's found in pristine freshwater lakes, ponds,...

The microalgae industry has developed to its current status by providing a safe and nutritious product for the human supplement market as well as the animal and aquaculture feed markets....

By: Markita Lewis, MS, RD Algae are incredibly powerful superfoods that can benefit anyone who takes them as part of their daily health regimen. When it comes to picking the...

Proteins are the fundamental building blocks of life, and as such, they can offer key insight into how spirulina works to help improve overall health and wellness. Spirulina, a blue-green...

Spirulina is an all-natural blue-green microalgae that gets its name from the spiraling shape it takes as it grows. It also happens to be one of the most nutrient-dense foods...

Spirulina is a simple, one-celled organism that has for centuries been used by various civilizations as a nutritional supplement. Natural sources of spirulina were a daily staple in the lives...

Spirulina may be of benefit for people concerned with exposure to radiation. Several studies have been done on the use of Spirulina in this area: Spirulina reduced urine radioactivity by...

Some superfoods are mere flashes in the pan: one minute they’re all the rage, and the next, they’re just as quickly out of style. When it comes to superfoods, though, spirulina...

Those who took a biology class are already well aware that protein is essential for living a healthy, vital life with a body that performs all of its functions at...

Spirulina is a blue-green algae that's considered one of the most nutritionally complete superfoods in the world. For those interested in learning more about the health benefits of this remarkable...

The term "superfood" is used to describe certain foods that are rich in phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are special types of nutrients that have incredibly potent disease-fighting properties. Examples of superfoods include...

Unicorn Frappuccinos? Mermaid toast? Blue lagoon smoothies? Mystical named foods enhanced with natural colors is a current food trend that is taking over many people’s Instagram newsfeeds. The magical ingredient...

Hawaiian Spirulina is the world’s most nutrient-rich Superfood, with over a hundred different nutrients in a synergistic whole food. Spirulina is documented as having numerous health benefits in hundreds of...

Spirulina is one of the oldest life forms on Earth. In fact, this blue-green microalgae is partly responsible for producing the oxygen in the planet's atmosphere that billions of years...

Spirulina is typically considered to be one of the world's most powerful superfoods. It has more protein than meat, fish, poultry, and soybeans. It has the most beta-carotene of any...

Hawaii: Nutrex Hawaii is proud of where our spirulina comes from – Kona, Hawaii, USA. Hawaii is an ideal location to grow microalgae with lots of year-round sunlight, warm temperatures, low...

Cardiovascular Health Food: Promoting Heart Health via a Quality Diet The cardiovascular system benefits from receiving plentiful portions of fruits, vegetables and Omega-3 fatty acids. These foods are the key...

By: Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD Heart disease remains a leading cause of death for people around the world. As a result, protecting your heart health may understandably be on your...

Skin Health 101: Understanding Healthy Skin and Proper Skincare The skin is an often overlooked but crucial aspect of achieving optimal health in the human body. It is often considered...

Taking Care of your Skin The skin is the body's largest organ. As a result, it should be seen as essential in day-to-day care and total wellness just as the...

Maybe it rains a lot where you live, or maybe you get shin splints. Maybe you just get bored easily. Whatever the reason you don’t enjoy running is, don’t let...

Joint Health 101: Understanding Holistic Joint Health Maintaining healthy and discomfort-free joints is key to living an active, flourishing lifestyle, but how proactive are most people in this endeavor? Before...

1. The Sun Becomes Your Friend Astaxanthin supports skin during UV and sun exposure. Add it to your skin support kit. Hello sunshine! 2. Recovery from Killer Workouts Gets Faster...

What if you were told that you could take a little pill that would help with a multitude of health aliments, including helping to improve the quality of your skin...

Astaxanthin supplements offer easy access to the most protective antioxidant in the world. This super-antioxidant is capable of protecting the central nervous system, the brain, the eyes, and more. In...

Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant classified as a carotenoid, which include organic pigments found in a variety of species of plants, algae, animals, bacteria and fungi. At its essence, Astaxanthin...

Astaxanthin has grown in popularity as more individuals seek superfoods and supernutrients to aid in overall health, and optimal physical performance. There are many questions about this carotenoid-classified antioxidant, including...

Astaxanthin is a deep red, fat-soluble pigment that is found widely throughout nature. As one of the world's most powerful carotenoids, astaxanthin is considered a super-antioxidant; it is ten to...

1. What makes astaxanthin different from other carotenoids? There are several attributes that differentiate astaxanthin from other carotenoids, but let’s start with the main quantitative differences: antioxidant potency, singlet oxygen...

Astaxanthin is a red pigment found in a wide variety of natural organisms. It is similar to chlorophyll, which is found in green plants and vegetables, and beta-carotene, which is...