Spirulina - NASA proposed that it could be grown in space for use by astronauts.
Spirulina - NASA proposed that it could be grown in space for use by astronauts. Spirulina is a type of algae that grows in fresh or salt water. It comes as a supplement, in tablet or powder form. People use it for its health benefits, as it is rich in nutrients and has antioxidant properties. Spirulina is among the world’s most popular supplements. It is made from an organism that grows in both fresh and saltwater. Contains Spirulina is packed with nutrients. A single tablespoon (tbsp), or 7 grams (g), of dried spirulina powder, contains. Protein: 4 g Thiamin: 14% of the Daily Value (DV) Riboflavin: 20% of the DV Niacin: 6% of the DV Copper: 47% of the DV Iron: 11% of the DV It also contains small amounts of magnesium, potassium, and manganese In addition, the same amount contains only 20 calories and less than 2 g of carbohydrates. Spirulina also provides a small amount of fat — around 1 g per tbsp (7 g) — including both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in an approximately 1.5 to 1 ra...