Quotes from Organizations & Professionals (scroll down to see testimonials)
United Nations Organization (UNO)
in its World Food Conference of 1974 declared Spirulina as “the best food for tomorrow”
World Health Organization (WHO)
has hailed Spirulina as “the greatest food on earth”
In 1992, WHO also commented that “Spirulina is a high quality food product. It is rich in iron and protein. It is safe to consume and an excellent nutrient supplement for Children”
National Aeronautics Space Administration (USA)
Scientists from NASA tested and found that 1kg of Spirulina is nutritionally equal to 1,000kgs of assorted vegetables.
Dr. Mitchell V. Kaminski Jr., M.D. and Diplomate for the American Board of Surgery and Nutrition, stated, in a preliminary research study on Spirulina that:
"Spirulina is the first step from the primordial soup of which we are all made, and if not contained in our diet, we suffer deficiencies even after thousands of years of evolution."
"I am excited about the potential of Spirulina entering the medical nutrition field.
There are several other components God placed in Spirulina which I would bet will also prove to be beneficial - if not also relatively essential to other biologic functions, such as its contents of enzymatic pigments, gamma linolenic acid to name a few. Its ironic but it seems we are replaying the old story of man trying to reinvent the creator's wheel."
"It contains a concentrated complete form of protein which is high in perfect balance of essential amino acids including the all important branched chain amino acids. It is also rich in other non-essential amino acids some of which have been recently shown to be relatively essential such as glutamine and arginine.
Its carbohydrate is in a form of glycogen, identical to that of the human body. The fat content is a mixture of Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids.
The vitamin and mineral profile is also unique in that it is very high in vitamin B12, vitamin E and a profile of carotenoids, such as betacarotene. The minerals are chelated. Thus, all of the above essential co-factors are in an unusually absorbable form. Spirulina even has some fiber."
"This organism is positioned very low on the food chain i.e., it is a phytoplankton.
Phytoplankton are able to capture the energy from the sun, utilize the nutrients in their watery environment and synthesize protein, carbohydrate and fat. The smallest creature eat this, the larger creatures eat the smaller and so on as the food chain grows.
Spirulina is unique. It is not a sea plant. It is about 100 times larger in size than most other algae, or vegetable plankton. It has a soft cell wall and thus, is easily digestible.
Spirulina is the first step from the primordial soup of which we are all made, and if not contained in our diet, we suffer deficiencies even after thousands of years of evolution."
RESEARCHER'S VIEW
Dr. Moss is an independent researcher who has been investigating cancer treatments since 1974. He is "probably the most knowledgeable writer in the world on alternative therapies for cancer," according to Julian Whitaker, MD in his "Health and Healing" newsletter.
For December 12, 2002
In Praise of SpirulinaI am writing to you from the Emerald Isle and so, quite appropriately, want to talk to you about a deep green supplement called spirulina. This concentrated food supplement is generally derived from Spirulina platensis, a form of blue-green algae that grows abundantly in water.
Among food supplements, spirulina stands out as an excellent dietary source of chlorophyll.
This is because spirulina is an aquatic plant that does not require thick cell walls containing indigestible cellulose. Spirulina's cell walls are made of a chemical called a muramic polysaccharide that is easier to digest, and its chlorophyll is therefore more readily bioavailable than in nonaquatic plants.
According to a recent scientific review from Latin America, spirulina has a vast array of beneficial properties.
It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of allergies, anemia, cancer, high cholesterol, elevated blood sugar, viral infections, inflammatory conditions, liver damage, immunodeficiency, cardiovascular diseases, and other conditions. That is a tall order, to be sure, but one that is borne out by the scientific record.
In a 2002 Japanese study, 12 adult males were administered an oral hot water extract of spirulina, and the number and activity of their natural killer (NK) cells was measured before and after treatment.
(NK cells destroy tumor cells by binding to them and delivering lethal chemicals that kill on contact.)
At the study's end, there was a significant increase in the production and cancer-killing ability of these subjects' NK cells.
When their NK cells were exposed to a bacterial product after treatment, production of interleukin-12 (IL-12), a measure of immune strength, was significantly increased in comparison to IL-12 production in NK cells without pre-exposure to spirulina.
The authors concluded that in humans spirulina acts directly and indirectly on NK cells.
This study suggests that spirulina's immune-enhancing effects are persistent, as heightened immunity continued to be seen up to five weeks after the subjects stopped receiving spirulina.
There have also been studies in India showing that spirulina reduces the number of tumors (called the "tumor burden") in experimental animals with various types of cancer.
In mice with chemically induced stomach cancer, the tumor burden was reduced to half that of the control animals using high-dose spirulina treatment (500 mg/kg body weight).
In skin cancer, the tumor burden was reduced to less than one quarter, even with low-dose treatment (250 mg/kg body weight).
Spirulina also shows potential for decreasing the adverse effects of both chemotherapy and radiation.
Scientists in China have shown that a spirulina extract increased the level of white cells in the blood and of nucleated cells and DNA in the bone marrow of mice that had been subjected to chemotherapy and radiation.
In dogs, the spirulina extract additionally increased the level of red blood cells. The authors concluded that spirulina "has chemo-protective and radio-protective capability, and may be a potential adjunct to cancer therapy." Spirulina Reverses Precancerous Mouth Lesions
These recent findings follow human clinical studies from India showing that spirulina could be an effective treatment for a precancerous condition called oral leukoplakia.
Leukoplakia is characterized by the formation of white patches in the mouth that do not rub off. These often progress to oral cancer. In other words, for the patient, it may be the harbinger of a very serious condition indeed.
In the 1990s a clinical study conducted among tobacco chewers in Kerala, India, demonstrated that spirulina could reverse oral leukoplakia in this population.
Half of the patients received one gram per day of spirulina and the other half received a placebo. There was a complete regression of lesions in 20 of 44 patients (45%) receiving spirulina as opposed to 3 of 43 (7%) in the placebo arm.
These results were highly significant.
Among those who had homogeneous lesions (usually considered less malignant than non-homogeneous lesions), results were even more pronounced, with a complete regression in 16 of 28 subjects (57%).
One year after discontinuing the spirulina supplements, 55% continued to be free of these growths. To my knowledge, these promising results have never been adequately publicized or used.
How does this simple alga exercise such profound effects?
Although biochemists tend to look for a single "magic bullet" that is responsible for the benefit, it is more likely that a number of factors are at work.
There are a variety of micronutrients in spirulina, some of which function as antioxidants, and I would hardly be inclined to minimize their importance.
However, I want to point to another possibility. Spirulina contains certain powerful photosensitizers called chlorins. These could interact with light in the red and infrared range to trigger a photodynamic effect, which could kill abnormal cells. It seems more than coincidental that the most prominent reports of benefit come from very sunny climes, such as Latin America and India.
The National Cancer Institute's PDQ statement on oral cancer does not breathe a word about this simple and inexpensive way to prevent oral cancers.
Instead, it heartily recommends surgery and radiation to treat the disease after it has been allowed to form.
"For lesions of the oral cavity," PDQ writes, "surgery must adequately encompass all of the gross as well as the presumed microscopic extent of the disease. . .With modern approaches, the surgeon can successfully ablate large posterior oral cavity tumors and with reconstructive methods can achieve satisfactory functional results."
In other words, "successful" treatment is mutilating surgery followed by difficult reconstruction in order to achieve merely "satisfactory" results.
How awful this is for the patient! In a sane world, wouldn't we do everything in our power to prevent the formation of cancer, rather than simply allow it to happen and then attack it with highly destructive and costly techniques? But perhaps this is asking too much of a profession that is enamored of its own technical expertise.
My own advice is to get a good spirulina supplement and take it every day.
Also, make sure that you get plenty of sunshine (without, however, sunburning), especially in these dark winter months.
I also heartily recommend a diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetables. And of course, do not use tobacco, and drink alcohol only in moderation. These measures may help prevent head and neck cancer, as well as other cancers, with all of their painful consequences.
--Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D.
References:
Chamorro G et al. Arch Latinoam Nutr 2002;52:232-40.
Hirahashi T et al. Activation of the human innate immune system by Spirulina: augmentation of interferon production and NK cytotoxicity by oral administration of hot water extract of Spirulina platensis. Int Immunopharmacol 2002;2:423-34.
Dasgupta T et al. Chemomodulation of carcinogen metabolising enzymes, antioxidant profiles and skin and forestomach papillomagenesis by Spirulina platensis. Mol Cell Biochem 2001;226:27-38.
Zhang HQ et al. Chemo- and radio-protective effects of polysaccharide of Spirulina platensis on hemopoietic system of mice and dogs. Acta Pharmacol Sin 2001;22:1121-4.
Mathew B et al. Evaluation of chemoprevention of oral cancer with Spirulina fusiformis. Nutr Cancer 1995;24:197-202.
National Cancer Institute. Lip and oral cavity cancer (PDQ): Treatment. http://www.cancer.gov/cancer_information/doc_pdq.aspx?version=1&summaryid=208_02840
Testimonials from End Users
People taking Spirulina report finding relief from arthritis and other choronic problems. Many also see improvement in bowel movement, energy level, skin condition, weight loss and generally experiencing a returned sense of well being.
These voluntary testimonials are feedback received from our local and overseas customers.
We have been using SP for some years
since we have known from you the benefits in maintaining healthy body.
3 months ago, my Mother-in-law have
been having lots of post-bypass syndromes like panting of breath just climbing
10 steps of stairs, and even her blood test shows its getting thick again and
Doctor have advice to operate for another bypass again.
As MIL is very stubborn lady, we have
to try a few methods to coax her in trying the SP. Finally she tried, starting
with 3-4pills per day and even tried to skip days.
However one month after
trying, her panting for breath syndromes have improved lots and she is convinced
it’s a helpful health products. She now eats 6pills a day, everyday and finsh
one tub on time.
Her recent visit to SGH heart surgeon shows that the blood is
back to almost normal concentrations, and she could walk a good distance
before feeling out of breathe!
Jocelyn (Mooncake) of Moms4Moms (9th March 2009)
After taking Spirulina for 2 months, I feel that I am more energetic. Previously I experienced some pain and discomfort during my first day of mensus and my stool was watery.
After taking Spirulina, the menstral pain is greatly reduced especially on the first day and my stool is back to normal. Constipation issue solved or else often have these issue in toilet for a long while and will cry for help.
Gladys (Happy) of Moms4Moms (6th Dec 07)
After taking 3 mths of spirulina, skin complexion become much better. Used to have really dry skin since young and tried multi vits but does not help, visited skin centre and doctor say no cure. Oil glands also controlled, T-zone not so oily these days.
No longer have ulcer in the mouth which used to have very often last time at least 2 weeks one time mouth ulcer.
Jason (Glady's husband)
My teenage daughter complexion improved alot, last time used to have outbreak on her and face and body and have brought her see many doctors and skin centre but nothing helps.
And also her menses, no longer feel the pain and more regular now too.
Michelle (Glady's colleague)
I used to have a protruding acne in between my chest. I had went to Nation Skin Centre to inject many times, but still, it managed to grow. I couldn't get rid of it and thus gave it up.
However, since I've started taking spirulina, which I ordered from Sharon, I've noticed the acne sinking. Well, been stopping spirulina due to laziness and now guess getting older, noticed more acne appearing ard the shoulder etc. So I am taking spirulina again and hopefully it will help to clear the toxic in my body.
Maybe, you can give the spirulina a try. I am not getting any commission from telling you this. Up to you to believe or not.
Sunny (jc_mum) of Moms4Moms
(1st feedback) When i first started i passed motion funny smell n colour(hubby also exp same thing).and my appetite also not so big now, i tot i was only one.cos i gave my mom the free bottle of 180 tablets she also find her appetite not so big. i'm happy with them n don feel i burnt my pocket also. thanks to you.
(2nd feedback one month later) GOOD NEWS! Altho I didn't weigh myself but I've lost quite a few inchs around my tummy and waist area and everyone has been commenting that I've lost weight!I use to wear girdles and waist snipper to keep my shape when I wear tight clothing but now without it now also have no buldging tummy!
Thanks a lot!
Belinda (Bel75) of Moms4Moms
I didn't know I was the 1st one to try spirulina in M4M....but since u all wanna read some testimonial about Spirulina...well here it goes:
I was quite "desperate" that time for I was quite sick for no reason...went thru blood test and everything and found nothing wrong.I developed "ulcers" on my upper lip and thot was cold sore but it's not...the usual medicine all didn't seem to help..even need to see Skin Specialist but no improvement.In the end must take steriod but once I stopped it came back again..Dr concluded that my body resistance just gave way and I badly needed to rest but I couldn't take leave + pressure from home etc...knowing it's not a longterm solution to take steriod and I was eager to try anything that can help...
I did try Manuka honey...it's good but I need something that can boost my body resistance further...then Sharon of Lifease wrote to me & introduced me Spirulina....i didn't know what Spirulina was at all and was quite hesitant..she sent me details and after reading thru...I was comfortable to try...
Spirulina is not a miracle tablet and so it didn't work immediately...i took like 6 to 18 tablets a day and slowly I feel i don't get tired easily and was able to wean off my steriod tablets and my "ulcers" didn't appear again...it took about 3 weeks to feel improvement for me...
I've been taking it for quite awhile(completed my 1st purchase of 2000 tablets and now into my 2nd pack) right now and has since felt better health...I seldom fall sick (only minor flu)and is able to fight infection better...so I guess it works for me...
I've yet to let my children try 'cos i was "experimenting" it on myself 1st...but will now on my next order 'cos i gotta get the tablets grind into powder form for them...and i am also gonna let my mum try as she's got joint problems and nothing seems to help ease the pain at the moment..I'll update u mummies on this when they start...
Of course what works for me may not work the same on you but I guess it's harmless to try it out as it's basically "food" source...
Pls note I'm not selling this product and I'm not getting any commission from Royce on this write up...I just wanna share the benefits of Spirulina.
Sally (Spidergal69) of Moms4Moms
I started taking spirulina not long ago.
When I first started, I developed a slight headache but later it sort of disappeared. I do not feel that tired anymore. The tiredness is not so obvious and I could still concentrate on the children and housework when I reached home and literally could carry on till past 11 pm. I wake up at 5.15 am every morning.
On the better side, it will also helped to curb hunger and i tend to eat less...
Pauline (3lilangels) of Moms4Moms
Actually I also din know abt spirulina until Sharon of Lifease introduced it to me.
For me I take bcos I sometimes have piles and taking SP helps to get rid of my piles. My hubby is also taking it bcos he has hypertention and he feels tired easily. He told me that he doesn't feel tired so easily nowadays.
I only started giving them to my two boys only after my hubby and I have tried it out for a month and after he did some more research into this product.
Sharon helped me grind them into powder so that I can mix it with juice or with pi par gow (honey paste) for them.
I read in the internet that SP helps to regenerate our body systems and help to put right those systems inside that is not so right.
Anyway, I know that this must be taken on a long term basis so I bought the 2000 tablets econ pack from Sharon after hubby and I finished our 1 month trial pack. More cost-saving this way.
Lee Lee (Hugbear) of Moms4Moms
I am in my late 30s. Recently, I confided to a close friend about my constipation problems. She gave me some Spirulina which she bought from Lifease.
After taking it for the first few days, I developed ulcer and slight headache. These side effects irritated me and I wanted to give up but she advised me to persevere.
I have now taken 2 weeks of Spirulina and am feeling great with improved energy level. The initial side effects were gone in the first week.
My bowel movement was regulated, loosened up and no longer a painstaking task.
Best of all, this morning, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that my external piles have disappeared too!
Mrs Chong, Singapore
(Below testimonial was translated from Chinese to English language)
I am a beautician from China and has been working in Singapore for years.
I know about spirulina from a customer and started on it since it is a quality product from USA and affordable via Lifease as compared with other sources.
Within 2 weeks, I could feel myself more energetic and alert at work and less prone to fall sick as compared to the past. My lady boss saw the difference in me and is happy too!
Recently, I sent some spirulina home for my 28 year old younger sister living in Hubei. She has always been weak since young. Another problem is, her menstruation cycle suddenly stopped since 1 and a half year for unknown reasons despite numerous doctor consultation.
After about 6 to 8 weeks of eating spirulina, she rang to tell me excitedly that her menstrual cycle was back! We are all very pleasantly surprised with what spirulina has done for my sister. Now my parents are also taking spirulina to maintain good health.
Ms Wendy Hu, Hubei (China)
I am in my late sixties. When I started taking Spirulina tablets, I was having severe pain in my knees and legs. Went for acupuncture sessions but still no improvement.
The pain became worse and I had to lay down most of the time. I could hardly walk and had difficulty bending my knees.
Now, I am able to bend my knees and even do knee bends.
I very happy to have discovered Spirulina through the owner of Lifease. I feel so much better now. Not only my knees and legs pains are lessening, I realized that my skin and hair conditions are improving as well.
Uncle Sim, Singapore
I first became aware of your product when I asked a colleague her secret on how she gets so much energy. She told me that she has been eating Spirulina for a year and believes that she gets energy boost from this product.
I was at that time working during the day and half way through my part-time degree course at the open university at night.
Such hectic schedules have taken a toll on me. Although I am a perfectionist, I became less and less productive in both work and study.
Not only did I tire easily, I was also getting depressed and temperamental most of the times.
After I went on a 6 to 10 Spirulina tablets daily, I could feel the difference in the first 3 to 4 days.
Now, I am more energetic and learn to take life a little easier. In fact, I think I was also physically healthier with Spirulina as I do not seem to get cold and flu this time round even when I go in and out of airconditioned room very often.
Lastly, I also noticed that my stubborn cold sores around the lip areas have also healed and outbreak is almost zero since then.
Ms Chng, Singapore
I used to work in Singapore as a sports coach. A friend introduced Spirulina to me when I complained to him about feeling tired easily. Spirulina from Lifease is priced competitively for long term consumption and its a quality product.
I also take Spirulina to provide more alkaline food and natural micronutrients into my diet.
Besides being fit, healthy and more energetic, I also realized that my appetite has also reduced.
Mr Thambaram, Malaysia
It has been almost a month since I started with Spirulina. I noticed some drastic changes in my food cravings. My appetite seemed to be getting smaller and I am capable of getting more energy from the food I consume. All these happened although I did not deliberately changed my eating habit and lifestyle.
The other day, I had a deep cut on my leg while at work. Normally, my wounds will take about a week to heal. Surprisingly, next morning after the accident, my wound seem to be healing much faster than before!
Anna, Singapore
I work in a pub. Getting up in the morning has never been easy for me. I am usually still feeling tired even sufficient hours of rest. My desired energy and alertness usually start only about 2 hours later.
Since I started with Spirulina, waking up in the morning is now a breeze and I am feeling energetic very quickly.
My choice for food has become wiser. In the past, I only intake fruits and vegetables occasionally. Now, I am naturally driven to go for natural food. Unlike in the past, I have become more conscious towards intake of nicotine, alcohol and drugs.
I realised that my craving to smoke also reduced. Spirulina has definitely help me in my self-control.
Suz Tham, Singapore
I am not your typical kind of general practitioner. I do tell my patients about Spirulina.
One of my patients reported improvement in rheumatism around knee areas and improvement in her oily scalp condition after 3 weeks of consumption. She has also become happier since her husband passed away 5 years ago. Why am I doing this?
My mother passed away 6 months ago. I have been very depressed after her death.
After taking Spirulina for a month, I felt a greater sense of relief and also lost 3.2kgs unconsciously.
Now, my family is also on Spirulina. My teenage daughter used to be withdrawn due to her acne problems. But her face is now cleared and she is much happier now.
Preferred to be Anonymous, Singapore
I am a 17 years old student who took my big exam last year. At that time, pressures from school and parents were building up and suffocating me. They have all pinned high hopes on me.
Unfortunately, about 1 months before my exam, I broke down physically and mentally. I could not sleep at night, eat properly and revise my work. I became even more nervous with the thoughts of exam date drawing nearer and nearer. My condition deteriorated. We tried different supplements but nothing seem to work.
My mum’s friend knew about my condition and told her about Spirulina. She gave me a week’s supply to try out. A few hours after taking the first 6 tablets, I felt full and satisfied. That night, I had a good night’s sleep – something that I could not enjoy for a long time. I slept for a full 6 hours!
After a few days, the quality of my sleep was normalised. Such quality rest has given me enough energy to revise my exams during the day.
Come to think of it, I was also emotionally feeling better after taking Spirulina.
Jacintha, Singapore
I used to have serious constipation problems – almost my whole life. I am now 37 years old and this problem has been haunting me. After taking Spirulina, this problem is now gone and for good!
Catherine, Singapore
Although I am already 29, irregular menstrual cycle and menstrual pains were things that I had to bear with for many years since school days.
During those crucial days, I will feel week, depressed and tired. Last year, my menstrual cycle dragged on for 11 days and I had to consult a doctor. I was given some medication to stop the cycle.
My doctor also diagnosed that I had anaemia and need to take vitamin supplements and food to increase my iron level.
But, this problem remained. I even tried herbal and acupuncture treatment but my menstrual cycle still brings me lots of pain.
One day, my friend told me she read about Spirulina being able to help in such condition. So, I started.
My first menstrual cycle after taking Spirulina was still irregular but less painful. 3 months down the road, most of the symptoms were milder. Cycles were normalised and pains were milder.
Spirulina has indeed done a great job to solve my anaemia problem!
