spirulina (spīˈ·r
·lēˑ·n),
·lēˑ·n),n Latin name:
Spirulina spp.; parts used: whole plant (algae cells); uses: nourishment, weight loss, antiviral, antiallergy, antitumor, cholesterol, chemoprevention, immunomodulator, hepatoprotection; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; patients with thyroid conditions, thyroid medications; may cause possible heavy metal poisoning. Also called
blue-green algae, DIHE, or
tecuitlatl.
Spirulina spp.; parts used: whole plant (algae cells); uses: nourishment, weight loss, antiviral, antiallergy, antitumor, cholesterol, chemoprevention, immunomodulator, hepatoprotection; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; patients with thyroid conditions, thyroid medications; may cause possible heavy metal poisoning. Also called
blue-green algae, DIHE, or
tecuitlatl.
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