Does anyone have an opinion on Pacific Natural spirulina? I know, Mak, that you like Earthrise, but the place I get my vitamins has this brand, and it would be easier to order all at once.
BTW, I made an awesome Vitamix smoothie today. 1/2 banana, some frozen rasberries, goat milk yogurt (yes, I've agreed to eat animal products to balance my ph. Only this yogurt and some eggs) and a package of green super foods that my health food store owner let me try as a sample. And ice cubes of course. It tasted like a treat, not a health food thing. I would like to replace the yogurt with a vegan option if I have this often. Soy milk is too processed. Maybe water? Juice is too glycemic.
I';m going to try mousse tongiht. My blender just couldn't cut it. I had too many av chunks.
BTW, I made an awesome Vitamix smoothie today. 1/2 banana, some frozen rasberries, goat milk yogurt (yes, I've agreed to eat animal products to balance my ph. Only this yogurt and some eggs) and a package of green super foods that my health food store owner let me try as a sample. And ice cubes of course. It tasted like a treat, not a health food thing. I would like to replace the yogurt with a vegan option if I have this often. Soy milk is too processed. Maybe water? Juice is too glycemic.
I';m going to try mousse tongiht. My blender just couldn't cut it. I had too many av chunks.
as far as the Pacific Natural spirulina, get it and try it. It should taste nice and fresh and not have any bad taste to it, like from contaminants. And if it's cheaper, and tastes good, let me know. Earthrise is pretty expensive!
says that Pacific Natural got poor ratings on their soy milk.
Spirulina Pacifica 16 oz
Product: # CY02
Manufactured by: Nutrex Incorporated
The All Natural Hawaiian Spirulina Advantage:
Pesticide Free/Herbicide Free/Kosher - Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica is the finest, most nutrient rich Spirulina in the world. The levels of key nutrients in our Spirulina are much higher than in any competing product. Also, Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica is grown in a pristine environment to ensure an ultra pure product.
Unique Spirulina Pacifica Strain Evolved in Hawaiian Sun - Kona, Hawaii is the sunniest coastal location in the United States. Hawaii's intense sunshine promotes an abundance of phytonutrients. Thousands of generations of Spirulina in Hawaii have given birth to a unique, beta carotene-rich strain known as Spirulina Pacifica.
Ocean Source Mineral and Trace Elements - We bring ultra-pure ocean water up from a depth of 2,000 feet and feed it directly into our ponds. This vital resource provides a rich mixture of calcium, magnesium, and trace elements - 92 different minerals in all.
Patented Ocean-Chill Drying - Because oxygen damages sensitive antioxidant nutrients like beta carotene, we developed and patented a new drying process just for Spirulina. Ocean Chill Drying™ assures a superior carotene profile, reducing by 80% the losses normally associated with drying.
Glass Packaging - We package our Spirulina in glass, with an oxygen absorber in every bottle and metal caps to prevent oxidation of key nutrients. Plastic costs less, but it readily leaks oxygen and does not preserve the nutrients as well as our amber glass bottles.
This is a vegetarian product. KOSHER.
Dosage Form: Powder
Servings: 151
Each serving (1 teaspoon/3 grams) contains:
Calories 10
Carbs < 1 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin A (beta carotene) 11,250 IU
Vitamin K 60 mcg
Thiamin(B1) 3.5 mcg
Vitamin B12 9 mcg
Calcium 10 mg
Iron 9 mg
Magnesium 15 mg
Manganese 0.4 mg
Chromium 40 mcg
Sodium 30 mg
Potassium 60 mg
Gamma linoleic acid (GLA) 32 mg
Zeaxanthin 9 mg
Total Carotenoids 15 mg
Chlorophyll 30 mg
c-Phycocyanin 240 mg
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) 1080 units
Other ingredients: All Natural Hawaiian Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis).
Recommended Usage: As a dietary supplement, take 1 teaspoon (3 g) daily, with or between meals. Enjoy mixed in juice, fruit smoothies, or sprinkled in food.
Storage: Refrigerate after opening. Keep tightly capped.
I do appreciate the dark amber glass jars from Earthrise for keeping nutrients in and also a freshness packet to keep moisture out.
I do appreciate the dark amber glass jars from Earthrise for keeping nutrients in and also a freshness packet to keep moisture out.
Also the nutritional information at nuts.com is actually based on 1 oz, or 9-10 tsp of spirulina. They say a serving is 1 tsp. on the right, and 1 oz under nutritional information.