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Health benefits of spirulina and why it is a game changer

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Spirulina is an aquatic cyanobacterium with high nutrient content. [iStockphoto]

If the health benefits of spirulina were not backed by scientific evidence, we would be suspicious that this little-known superfood is the latest in a long list of cons.

But scientists agree. As lifestyle diseases increase, the world is scrambling for non-medical wellness solutions and gram for gram, spirulina is beating out other players.

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