About our Hawaiian Spirulina and the Organic question? We often get asked whether our Hawaiian Spirulina is organic and if not, whether we can source some for our customers. Unfortunately there is no such thing as organic Hawaiian Spirulina anymore. There is only one company (Cyanotech) that manufactures spirulina in Hawaii and their spirulina hasnt been certified organic since 2005 when the US National Organic Standards Board changed the requirements for organic spirulina certification. In 2005 the Board ruled out the use of Chilean nitrate in organic production. This nitrate is an organic material that is water soluble and has been widely used for microalgae production. However, as it is mined and not grown, it is regarded as non-sustainable and has fallen foul of the new regulations. The two North American spirulina manufacturers (Cyanotech and the California based Earthwise) both decided that it was not economically feasible to comply with the certification changes and gave up their organic certification. Despite this, Hawaiian Spirulina is still widely (and incorrectly) advertised as being organic even though it no longer is. However, it still remains an excellent source for spirulina. If youre looking for an organic alternative, please check out the Chinese organic spirulina powder. Approved Health Benefits of Spirulina Micronutrients in Spirulina Powder contribute to: absorption of calcium and phosphorus maintenance of bones & teeth normal blood calcium levels healthy blood coagulation protection of cells from oxidative stress normal muscle function process of cell division & specialisation normal psychological function energy-yielding metabolism nervous system support maintenance of normal mucous membranes reduction of tiredness and fatigue improvement of skin health homocysteine metabolism formation of
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