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Algae

Where did Aquaman get all his super-swimming powers?

It’s the same place salmon does, and that’s Algae! Algae
comes in the form of green, blue-green or brown seaweed
and is a complex superfood.

Clinical studies published in Chemosphere Journal
suggest that blue-green algae such as Chlorella aid in
detoxification of polychlorinated dibenzodioxins in

humans and may help thwart radiation exposure.

Algae of all types stimulate the immune system, increase
white blood cells and promote healthy flora in the colon.
Algae also helps fight infection, anemia, obesity,
inflammation and toxicity, and should be included in any
healthy diet in one of its forms.

Algae is excellent for supporting a healthy digestive

system, and its high fiber content makes it an effective
detoxifier. Green algae reduces cholesterol, prevents
allergic reactions and is thought to counter the
development of abnormal growths. It is also high in
beta-carotene, vitamin D and gamma linoleic acid (GLA)
as well as providing nine essential amino acids.