{"product_id":"organic-spirulina-powder-100g","title":"Organic Spirulina Powder 100g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dpp-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.dpp-desc{font-family:inherit;color:#2c2c2c;line-height:1.75;max-width:860px}\n.dpp-desc h2{font-size:1.3em;color:#003a4a;margin:28px 0 10px;border-bottom:2px solid #00a0b8;padding-bottom:6px}\n.dpp-desc h3{font-size:1.05em;color:#004a5a;margin:16px 0 8px}\n.dpp-desc .tile-row{display:flex;gap:16px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:24px 0}\n.dpp-desc .tile{flex:1;min-width:240px;background:#E8F8FC;border-radius:12px;padding:20px;border:1px solid #00a0b8}\n.dpp-desc table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:12px 0;font-size:0.91em}\n.dpp-desc table th,.dpp-desc table td{border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.dpp-desc table th{background:#E8F8FC;font-weight:600;color:#003a4a}\n.dpp-desc table tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f0fbfd}\n.dpp-desc ul,.dpp-desc ol{margin:10px 0 10px 20px}\n.dpp-desc ul li,.dpp-desc ol li{margin:6px 0}\n.dpp-desc details{background:#E8F8FC;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:10px 0;border:1px solid #00a0b8}\n.dpp-desc summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#003a4a;font-size:0.96em;list-style:none}\n.dpp-desc summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.dpp-desc summary::before{content:\"+ \";color:#00a0b8}\n.dpp-desc details[open] summary::before{content:\"− \";color:#00a0b8}\n.dpp-desc details p,.dpp-desc details ul{margin-top:10px;font-size:0.94em}\n.dpp-desc .ref-list{font-size:0.83em;color:#555;margin-top:8px;padding-left:18px}\n.dpp-desc .ref-list li{margin:5px 0}\n.dpp-desc .badge{display:inline-block;background:#003a4a;color:#fff;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:20px;font-size:0.78em;margin:2px 2px 2px 0}\n.dpp-desc .hl-box{background:#D8F5FA;border-left:4px solid #00a0b8;padding:14px 18px;margin:16px 0;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;font-size:0.95em}\n.dpp-desc .stat-row{display:flex;gap:12px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:14px 0}\n.dpp-desc .stat-card{background:#fff;border:1px solid #00a0b8;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;flex:1;min-width:100px;text-align:center;font-size:0.85em}\n.dpp-desc .stat-card .num{font-size:1.4em;font-weight:700;color:#003a4a;display:block}\n.dpp-desc .stat-card .label{color:#666;font-size:0.82em}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDhatu Organics Organic Spirulina Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from \u003cem\u003eArthrospira platensis\u003c\/em\u003e — a blue-green microalgae and one of the most nutrient-dense foods on Earth. Spirulina contains 57–65g of complete protein per 100g (more than any animal or plant food), along with iron, B vitamins, and phycocyanin — its signature blue pigment and one of the most potent anti-inflammatory compounds in the natural world. Our spirulina is grown in controlled alkaline freshwater ponds, spray-dried at low temperature, and certified free of microcystins and heavy metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNASA's Superfood for Space:\u003c\/strong\u003e NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) have both studied Spirulina as a potential crop for long-term space missions due to its extraordinary nutrient density per gram. One kilogram of Spirulina provides equivalent nutrition to approximately one tonne of mixed vegetables.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-row\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"num\"\u003e57g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eComplete Protein per 100g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"num\"\u003e28.5mg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eIron per 100g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"num\"\u003e20%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eGDA Copper per tbsp\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"num\"\u003e~15%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003ePhycocyanin (active)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tile-row\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tile\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e🌿 Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Spirulina Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eArthrospira platensis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.86em;color:#777;margin-top:10px\"\u003eSingle-ingredient. Grown in controlled alkaline freshwater ponds. Spray-dried at low temperature. Third-party tested for heavy metals, microcystins, and microbial safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eGluten-Free\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eVegan\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eComplete Protein\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tile\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e📊 Nutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.83em;color:#666;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003ePer 100g · Per 5g serving (1 tsp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 5g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e290 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.5 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein (complete)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.39 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28.5 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.43 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B1 (Thiamine)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.38 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.12 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B2 (Riboflavin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.67 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.18 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B3 (Niacin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.8 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.64 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.1 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.31 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhycocyanin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.78em;color:#999\"\u003eSource: USDA FoodData Central (NDB 11667).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighest Protein Density of Any Whole Food:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirulina contains 57–65% protein by dry weight — more than soy (36%), lentils (25%), or chicken (31%). It is a complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids including leucine, the primary trigger for muscle protein synthesis.\u003csup\u003e[1]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Anti-Inflammatory via Phycocyanin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phycocyanin — the blue pigment unique to Spirulina — is one of the most potent natural COX-2 inhibitors (the same enzyme targeted by ibuprofen). It simultaneously inhibits NF-κB and reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines including TNF-α and IL-6.\u003csup\u003e[2]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirulina has an ORAC value of ~5,700 µmol TE per gram — among the highest of any food. Phycocyanin alone scavenges hydroxyl radicals more effectively than glutathione in vitro.\u003csup\u003e[2]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Healthy Lipid Profiles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple RCTs show Spirulina reduces LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while increasing HDL — with effects observed within 4–8 weeks at 1–4g\/day.\u003csup\u003e[3]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Healthy Blood Sugar Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirulina reduces fasting blood glucose and post-meal glucose elevation by improving insulin sensitivity and reducing glycation of haemoglobin (HbA1c) in clinical trials.\u003csup\u003e[4]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron-Rich for Energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 28.5 mg iron per 100g, spirulina is one of the richest plant sources of iron in a highly absorbable form.\u003csup\u003e[1]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Energy Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination of B vitamins, iron, phycocyanin, and complete amino acids supports cellular energy production without caffeine — providing a sustained energy lift throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStudy Finding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein and nutrition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll essential amino acids; 57–65% protein by dry weight; recognised by WHO\/NASA as priority food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeng \u0026amp; Chow, 2010\u003csup\u003e[1]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-inflammatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhycocyanin inhibits COX-2 and reduces TNF-α, IL-6; comparable to NSAIDs in vitro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRomay et al., 2003\u003csup\u003e[2]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduced LDL, raised HDL; lowered triglycerides in multiple RCTs (1–8g\/day)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMazokopakis et al., 2014\u003csup\u003e[3]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood sugar balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduced fasting glucose and HbA1c vs placebo (12-week RCT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParikh et al., 2001\u003csup\u003e[4]\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Smoothie (Most Popular):\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend 1 tsp with banana, mango, coconut water, and ginger. The fruit sweetness completely masks the sea-like flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirulina Lemonade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix ½ tsp in 300 ml cold water with lemon juice, honey or jaggery, and a pinch of black salt. Deeply refreshing and energising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning Energy Shot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir 1 tsp into 100 ml water or orange juice and take in one go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein Supplement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1–2 tsp to post-workout protein shakes for an additional 3–6g of complete amino acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested daily use:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tsp (5g) per day. Athletes or those targeting specific nutritional benefits may use up to 2–3 tsp\/day. Best taken in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes Spirulina taste like the sea?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Spirulina has a distinctive mild oceanic, slightly sulfurous flavour that most people find challenging on its own. However, when blended with fruit (particularly mango, banana, pineapple, or berries) the flavour disappears completely. Blend it in a smoothie first to find a combination you enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs Spirulina a reliable source of B12 for vegans?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a common misconception. While Spirulina contains a compound called pseudovitamin B12, this form is largely not bioavailable and does not meet human B12 requirements. The WHO and most nutrition authorities do not classify spirulina as a reliable B12 source for vegans. Vegans should still use certified B12 supplements or fortified foods. Spirulina does provide excellent B1, B2, and B3 in bioavailable forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs Spirulina safe for daily use long-term?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Spirulina has been consumed safely by humans for centuries and is GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe) by the US FDA. At 1–3g\/day, it has an excellent long-term safety record in human clinical studies spanning up to 12 months. Always choose certified organic, third-party tested Spirulina to ensure it is free of heavy metals and microcystins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan Spirulina cause green or blue-coloured stools?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is normal and harmless. The high chlorophyll and phycocyanin content will temporarily colour stools green or teal, particularly when first starting or at higher doses. This is a sign the product is absorbing and metabolising normally — no different from the green stool effect seen with high spinach or broccoli intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More from Dhatu Organics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/organic-wheatgrass-powder-100g\"\u003eWheatgrass Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — the complementary green superfood high in chlorophyll\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/organic-moringa-powder-100g\"\u003eMoringa Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — for iron, calcium, and broad-spectrum vitamins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/health-supplements\"\u003eAll Health Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific References\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ref-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeng R, Chow TJ. Hypolipidemic, antioxidant, and antiinflammatory activities of microalgae Spirulina. \u003cem\u003eCardiovasc Ther.\u003c\/em\u003e 2010;28(4):e33–45. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1755-5922.2010.00200.x\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edoi:10.1111\/j.1755-5922.2010.00200.x\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRomay C, et al. C-phycocyanin: a biliprotein with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. \u003cem\u003eCurr Protein Pept Sci.\u003c\/em\u003e 2003;4(3):207–16. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2174\/1389203033487216\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edoi:10.2174\/1389203033487216\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMazokopakis EE, et al. The hypolipidaemic effects of Spirulina supplementation in a Cretan population. \u003cem\u003eEur J Nutr.\u003c\/em\u003e 2014;53(4):1273–9. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s00394-013-0634-4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edoi:10.1007\/s00394-013-0634-4\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParikh P, et al. Role of Spirulina in the control of glycemia and lipidemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus. \u003cem\u003eJ Med Food.\u003c\/em\u003e 2001;4(4):193–9. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1089\/10966200152744463\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edoi:10.1089\/10966200152744463\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678292725918,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/Spirulina-Powder-scaled.jpg?v=1775487373","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/organic-spirulina-powder-100g","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}