Archive for May, 2009

Spirulina Benefits

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Spirulina is the popular term that identifies Arthrospira platensis and Arthrospira maxima, two types of blue-green algae. They grow in tropical and subtropical lakes with a high level of pH and high levels of carbonate and bicarbonate. A. platensis is native of Asia, Africa and South America, while A. maxima grows in Central America. Spirulina’s [...]

Immune System Boosters

Saturday, May 2nd, 2009

Here is a list of the most important natural immune system boosters. – Echinacea: According to several scientific studies, echinacea roots are effective in strengthening the immune system, and can decrease the chances of getting a cold by more than 50%. Furthermore, it can shorten the duration of a common cold by 1 or 2 [...]