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Nutritional Profile

Over 100 nutrients in every spoon. A complete whole food unlike anything else on Earth.

67%

Complete Protein by Weight

Royal Spirulina (freeze-dried): 67%
Standard dried: 60–70%

Protein Content vs. Other Sources

Royal Spirulina (freeze-dried) 67%
Dried Soybean 40%
Lentils 26%
Peanuts 25%
Raw Beef 23%

Protein Without
Empty Calories

Spirulina delivers a complete protein with all nine essential amino acids in a form the body absorbs with extraordinary efficiency. At 85–95% absorption rate, it surpasses most plant and even animal proteins. Uniquely, this power comes with minimal caloric load.

5.75g
Complete protein per 10g serving
36 kcal
Per 10g — protein without empty calories
85–95%
Amino acid absorption rate
1.3mg
Cholesterol per 10g vs. 300mg in equivalent egg protein

All 9 Essential
Amino Acids

Every amino acid the human body cannot synthesize on its own, delivered in a single whole food with exceptional bioavailability.

Essential Amino Acid
Histidine

Synthesizes proteins like hemoglobin essential for oxygen transport throughout the body. Plays a critical role in immune system regulation and the production of blood cells.

Essential Amino Acid
Isoleucine

Promotes healthy growth and is required for optimal physical development. Supports muscle metabolism and is heavily concentrated in muscle tissue.

Essential Amino Acid
Leucine

Stimulates brain function and is essential for neurological health. One of the most powerful amino acids for stimulating muscle protein synthesis and recovery.

Essential Amino Acid
Lysine

Produces vital hormones, enzymes, and antibodies that support immunity and metabolic function. Essential for calcium absorption and collagen production.

Essential Amino Acid
Methionine

A powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage by free radicals. Plays a foundational role in metabolism and is required for the biosynthesis of other compounds including cysteine.

Essential Amino Acid
Phenylalanine

Required for healthy thyroid function and the production of critical neurotransmitters including dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine.

Essential Amino Acid
Threonine

Boosts digestive and intestinal function and plays a key role in fat metabolism. Supports the production of antibodies and contributes to cardiovascular health.

Essential Amino Acid
Tryptophan

Promotes relaxation and regulates serotonin levels, the neurotransmitter responsible for mood balance and restful sleep. A precursor to melatonin.

Essential Amino Acid
Valine

Provides physical and mental stimulation, supports muscle coordination and tissue repair. One of three branched-chain amino acids critical to athletic performance and endurance.

An Alphabet
of Vitamins

Spirulina contains an extraordinary breadth of vitamins, from A through K and an entire B-complex. No other single food covers this spectrum in a single, naturally occurring source.

6mg
Beta-carotene in just 4g of spirulina — equivalent to half a tablespoon — providing your entire daily recommended amount as identified by the National Cancer Institute to reduce cancer risk.
Vitamin A
as Beta-Carotene
Vitamin B1
Thiamin
Vitamin B2
Riboflavin
Vitamin B3
Niacin
Vitamin B5
Pantothenic Acid
Vitamin B6
Pyridoxine
Vitamin B7
Biotin
Vitamin B8
Inositol
Vitamin B9
Folate
Vitamin B12
Cobalamin
Vitamin C
Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin E
Tocopherol
Vitamin K
Phylloquinone
Choline
Essential Nutrient

More Minerals
Than You Expect

Spirulina delivers key minerals in concentrations that rival or exceed conventional high-mineral food sources, in a more bioavailable whole-food form.

Mineral Per 10g Comparison Daily RDA
Iron 5.4mg More iron than beef per gram of protein
RDA Men: 8mg  |  Women: 18mg
Potassium 114mg More potassium than bananas per equivalent weight
RDA 4,700mg daily
Calcium 10mg More calcium than whole milk per equivalent weight
RDA 1,100mg daily
Magnesium 20mg More magnesium than walnuts per equivalent weight
RDA Men: 400mg  |  Women: 350mg
Zinc 0.2mg More zinc than spinach per equivalent weight
RDA Men: 11mg  |  Women: 8mg

Also Present in Spirulina

Sodium Phosphorus Sulfur Chlorine Copper Cobalt Manganese Selenium Iodine Molybdenum

Unique Compounds Found
Nowhere Else

Beyond standard nutrients, spirulina contains a suite of rare bioactive molecules that work synergistically to support health at the cellular level.

Phycocyanin
10%+ in Royal Spirulina

The blue pigment-protein exclusive to cyanobacteria. Royal Spirulina maintains above 10% phycocyanin concentration — a marker of exceptional freshness and quality.

Anti-cancer properties
Potent anti-inflammatory action
Antioxidant protection
Liver and kidney protection
Immune system enhancement
Chlorophyll
Green Pigment

The molecule that powers photosynthesis and gives spirulina its deep green hue. Structurally similar to hemoglobin, chlorophyll supports blood health at a fundamental level.

Natural detoxification support
Cardiovascular health
Blood cell formation and oxygen transport
Alkalizing effect on the body
Beta-Carotene
Provitamin A

Spirulina contains one of the highest natural concentrations of beta-carotene. Unlike synthetic Vitamin A, the provitamin form converts only what the body needs, eliminating toxicity risk.

Cell protection from oxidative damage
Potent antioxidant defense
Vision and skin health
Immune system support
GLA
Gamma-Linolenic Acid

A rare essential omega-6 fatty acid found in very few foods. GLA is distinct from common omega-6s because of its powerful anti-inflammatory rather than pro-inflammatory action.

Reduces systemic inflammation
Female hormonal harmony
Skin health and elasticity
Supports healthy cholesterol balance
Superoxide Dismutase
SOD — Master Antioxidant

The most powerful antioxidant enzyme the human body synthesizes, and spirulina is one of the few foods that delivers it in active form. SOD is the body's first line of antioxidant defense.

Converts toxic superoxide radical to harmless oxygen
Primary cellular antioxidant defense
Slows oxidative aging processes
Supports mitochondrial health
Phytonutrients & Polysaccharides
Immune Modulators

A complex of bioactive plant compounds and long-chain sugars that interact directly with immune cells to both boost and modulate immune function — helping the body respond appropriately.

Boost innate immune response
Modulate overactive immune reactions
Prebiotic effect on gut microbiome
Anti-viral properties

Omega-3, Omega-6
& Bioactive Enzymes

Spirulina provides a balanced spectrum of essential fatty acids in naturally occurring ratios, alongside bioactive enzymes that catalyze critical metabolic processes.

Omega-3

EPA, DHA & ALA

Vital for maintaining the integrity of cell membranes and essential for brain metabolism. Supports cardiovascular function, reduces inflammation, and promotes neurological health throughout life.

Omega-6

GLA — Gamma-Linolenic Acid

Unlike common omega-6 fatty acids, GLA exerts powerful anti-inflammatory effects. Provides sustained energy, harmonizes female hormonal balance, and supports healthy skin structure.

Critical
Catalysts

Spirulina's enzymatic activity sets it apart from most foods. These living compounds remain active in freeze-dried spirulina, supporting metabolism at the molecular level.

Active Enzymatic Components
Freeze-dried to preserve biological activity
Bioactive enzymes that serve as critical catalysts for hundreds of metabolic reactions throughout the body
DNA and RNA nucleic acids that support cellular reproduction and repair
Glycogen — a rapidly available carbohydrate energy reserve
Sulfolipids — unique lipid compounds with antiviral properties, particularly studied against HIV and herpes viruses

Three Colors,
One Superfood

What makes spirulina visually striking is also what makes it biologically extraordinary. No other single food on Earth contains this trio of pigment families — each one a potent compound in its own right, all working in synergy.

Royal Spirulina is harvested and freeze-dried to preserve the full biological activity of all three pigments, ensuring every serving delivers the complete pigment spectrum in its most potent natural form.

Chlorophyll

Detoxification, blood cell health, cardiovascular support. The green molecule of life that powers photosynthesis and mirrors the structure of human hemoglobin.

Green

Phycocyanin

Anti-inflammatory, immune support, anti-cancer, antioxidant. A blue pigment-protein unique to cyanobacteria and one of the most studied bioactive compounds in nutrition science.

Blue

Beta-Carotene & Carotenoids

Cell protection, antioxidant defense, eye health. Spirulina contains among the highest natural concentrations of beta-carotene of any food on Earth.

Orange

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