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Why Does Spirulina Smell Like Fish?
Spirulina smells faintly oceanic because it is an aquatic organism, and that aroma is normal. Here is how to tell a healthy grassy, seaweed-like smell...
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Is Spirulina a Plant, a Bacteria, or an Algae?
Spirulina is technically a cyanobacterium, a photosynthetic bacterium, not a true plant and not a true algae. Here is why it is still sold as...
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Is Chlorella Keto Friendly? Carbs and Macros Explained
Chlorella is keto friendly: a 3 gram serving carries roughly 0.6 grams of total carbohydrate and well under one gram of net carbs. Here is...
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What Is Chlorophyll in Chlorella and Why Does It Matter?
Chlorophyll is the green pigment behind chlorella's deep emerald color, and chlorella is one of the most concentrated natural sources on earth. Here is what...
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Chlorella Vulgaris vs Pyrenoidosa: What Is the Difference?
Chlorella vulgaris and pyrenoidosa differ in cell wall thickness, chlorophyll and Chlorella Growth Factor, but the differences are modest. Cell wall processing, growing conditions and...
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How Is Spirulina Grown? From Farm to Tablet
Spirulina is farmed in shallow alkaline ponds, then filtered, washed, dried and pressed into tablets. Here is the full farm to tablet process, and what...
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Blue Spirulina vs Green Spirulina: What Is the Difference?
Blue spirulina is not a separate algae. It is phycocyanin, a single pigment extracted from whole green spirulina. Here is what the extraction removes, what...
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Does Spirulina Expire? Shelf Life and Storage Guide
Spirulina does expire, but slowly. Here is how long tablets and powder really last, how to store them properly, and the signs that a bag...
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What Is Broken Cell Wall Chlorella and Why Does It Matter?
Chlorella's tough cellulose cell wall keeps its nutrients locked inside. Here is what broken cell wall chlorella means, how that wall is opened, and why...
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Spirulina Tablets vs Powder: Which Is Better?
Spirulina tablets and powder come from the same algae, but they behave very differently in real life. Here is how they compare on taste, dosing,...
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What Is Phycocyanin in Spirulina? Benefits Explained
Phycocyanin is the blue pigment protein that gives spirulina its blue green color, and it is found in spirulina but not in chlorella. Here is...
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Does Spirulina Contain Vitamin B12? What Vegans Should Know
Spirulina contains a B12-like compound, but much of it is an analog form the body may not use. Here is what vegans should know, and...
