All the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals essential for the proper functioning of our bodies are provided by a diet containing all food groups, including meat, fish, eggs, and animal products. A vegan diet that excludes meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, honey, and any other product derived from animals, their exploitation, or tested on them therefore increases the risk of deficiencies.
Among the possible options to counterbalance these deficits, algae are one of the most natural and should therefore be seriously considered.
IRON
Iron is the central atom in hemoglobin molecules responsible for transporting oxygen. It contributes to the normal function of the immune system and reduces fatigue.
Iron is provided in significant and easily assimilated quantities in red meats and offal. And, we know that plant-based iron is less well absorbed by the body.
A study [1] conducted in 2018 shows that blood parameters relating to iron reserves and absorption capacities would be limited in vegan people.
IRON-ENRICHED SPIRULINA: A VEGAN SOLUTION COMPARABLE TO ANIMAL IRON
Algorigin Spirulina Iron is a spirulina naturally enriched with iron in its culture medium. Spirulina Iron is 6 times richer than traditional spirulina.
And, what makes it the vegan source par excellence is that, unlike other plant sources, studies show that the iron in Spirulina Iron has the particularity of being absorbed as well as the iron in red meat [2].
Furthermore, unlike traditional supplements called iron salts, Spirulina Iron does not cause digestive side effects (nausea, vomiting, constipation, etc.) or oxidation phenomena.
VITAMIN B12
Vitamin B12 is mainly provided by foods of animal origin. It is also found in lacto-fermented plant foods.
Vitamin B12 is essential for proper brain function and red blood cell formation. It also supports the normal functioning of the nervous and immune systems. A vitamin B12 deficiency can cause anemia, digestive, nervous, and psychological disorders.
CHLORELLA: VEGAN VS SYNTHETIC B12
Algorigin Chlorella is grown in the south of Taiwan. It has an A+ grade, guaranteeing its quality. Drying optimizes the absorption of the Chlorella's nutrients.
Chlorella provides a high-quality supply of vitamin B12 for vegans [3], thereby limiting the risks of deficiencies and their consequences.
It is an excellent alternative to synthetic supplements .
And, the cells of Chlorella Algorigin have the particularity of being open (we speak of burst cells). They are thus well absorbed by the body and easily digested.
OMEGA 3 DHA
The omega-3 family is made up of plant-based omega-3s and their animal derivatives EPA and DHA. These two fatty acids, which we can theoretically synthesize, must, however, be provided in sufficient quantities through food. Indeed, many factors are involved in their production, and it is not uncommon to have a deficient micronutritional status, especially among vegans.
These fatty acids help optimize our anti-inflammatory abilities and protect the cardiovascular system.
DHA primarily helps improve brain and eye health.
OMEGA 3 DHA ALGAE: THE ONLY VEGAN ALTERNATIVE
Algorigin Omega 3 DHA Algae is an interesting alternative to fish oil supplements as part of a vegan diet.
Omega 3 DHA from algae is extracted directly from the algae Schizochytrium sp., allowing vegans to optimize their DHA status while respecting marine resources.
Algorigin omega 3 DHA algae is grown in England and extracted in France using enzymatic methods, therefore without the use of solvents.
The Omega 3 DHA Algorigin algae also benefits from the Qualitysilver 5 innovation to ensure great stability and protect it from oxidation phenomena.
WHAT DOSAGE SHOULD I ADOPT FOR SPIRULINA IRON, CHLORELLA AND OMEGA 3 DHA?
Supplementing an adult with algae as part of a vegan diet can be considered year-round:
• Iron-enriched spirulina: 4 tablets/day all year round for optimal iron intake while regularly monitoring your status to increase the doses if necessary.
• Chlorella: 10 tablets/day all year round for an optimal intake of vitamin B12.
• Omega 3 DHA Algae: 1 capsule/day all year round for optimal DHA intake.
Algorigin solutions can be combined with each other. They have the advantage of not interacting with each other.
To benefit from personalized advice, do not hesitate to contact our team of micronutritionists for a free consultation appointment .
Studies:
[1] Śliwińska A. & al. : Iron status and dietary iron intake in vegetarians. Adv Clin Exp Med. 2018 Oct;27(10):1383-1389. doi:10.17219/acem/70527.
[2] Puyfoulhoux G. & al. : Iron availability from iron-fortified spirulina by an in vitro digestion/Caco-2 cell culture model. J Agric Food Chem. 2001 Mar;49(3):1625-9.
[3] Merchant RE. & al. : Nutritional Supplementation with Chlorella pyrenoidosa Lowers Serum Methylmalonic Acid in Vegans and Vegetarians with a Suspected Vitamin B12 Deficiency. 2015
