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spirulina
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spirulina

Any cyanobacteria in the genus Spirulina. A traditional food source in parts of Africa and Mexico, spirulina is an exceptionally rich source of vitamins, minerals, and protein, and one of the few nonanimal sources of vitamin B12. It is now being widely studied for its possible antiviral, anticancer, antibacterial, and antiparasitic properties, and has been used for such medical conditions as allergies, ulcers, anemia, heavy-metal poisoning, and radiation poisoning. It is also used in weight-loss programs.
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Apart from soya and spirolina (a sea algae), there are no vegetarian foods that are complete proteins, and therefore a good combination of all of them need to be taken to ensure the child gets all the amino acids.
Health: Thin end of the veg; Your children decide to go veggie after ... by The Mirror (London, England)
 
 
 
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