Spirulina

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Blue-green algae rich in protein, B vitamins, and antioxidants

We rank Spirulina by price per gram of active ingredient - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

What it is

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae, which is a simple organism that lives in water. It is highly concentrated in protein (the building blocks of the body), B vitamins (nutrients that help the body get energy from food), and antioxidants (substances that protect cells from damage).

Why it's used

It is primarily used as a nutrient-dense supplement to increase the intake of vitamins and minerals. People use it to support overall health due to its high protein and antioxidant content.

How it's made

The algae is grown in large, shallow ponds or tanks of water. Once it has grown sufficiently, it is harvested and filtered out of the water. The remaining algae is then dried, usually through a spray-drying process that turns it into a fine powder, which can be sold as is or put into capsules.

What it typically costs

This ingredient is generally mid-range in price. This is because the algae requires specific water conditions and controlled environments to grow and harvest safely, making it more expensive to produce than basic minerals but cheaper than rare botanical extracts.

Dosage by purpose

PurposeTypical studied doseEvidence
obesity and weight reduction2 grams per dayestablished
hypertension2 grams per dayestablished
hyperglycemia2 grams per dayestablished
hyperlipidemia4.2 grams per dayemerging
  1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11968159 (PubMed)
  2. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10935118 (PubMed)
  3. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3136577 (PubMed)
  4. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12175388 (PubMed)

How Suppio ranks

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Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

FAQ

What is Spirulina?

Blue-green algae rich in protein, B vitamins, and antioxidants

How does Suppio calculate the best-value Spirulina?

We rank Spirulina by price per gram of active ingredient - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

Are these prices verified?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are Spirulina prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

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