ReviewMolecules (Basel, Switzerland)2022
Trends and Technological Advancements in the Possible Food Applications of Spirulina and Their Health Benefits: A Review.
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66 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Assessing the impact of Spirulina supplementation on the growth of children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Pooled it
- Effects of spirulina supplementation alone or with exercise on cardiometabolic health in overweight and obese adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in nutrition · 2025Pooled it
- A biochemical and histopathological analysis of spirulina's effect on liver and kidney function in male rats.Future science OA · 2026Article
- Assessment of synergistic effects of ultrasonication, ozonation and their combination with aloe vera active edible coating containing spirulina and turmeric extracts on preservation of fresh-cut apples.Ultrasonics sonochemistry · 2026Article
- Effects of dietary Spirulina powder on production performance, egg quality, antioxidant status, and blood immune-endocrine indices in laying hens.Poultry science · 2026Article
- Ultrasound-Assisted NADES-Based Extraction of Spirulina Bioactives: Bioaccessibility and Intestinal Permeability Assessment Using an In Vitro Digestion/Caco-2 Cell Model and Food Application.Journal of food science · 2026Article
- Comprehensive Characterization of the Bioactive Profile inFoods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- A Comparative Study of Formic Acid, Herbal Mixture and Spirulina Powder as Antibiotic Alternatives in Broiler Diets: Effects on Growth, Carcass Traits, Blood Biochemistry and Microbial Load.Veterinary medicine and science · 2026Article
- Systematic review on proliferation of microalgae and carbon sequestration potential for sustainability.World journal of microbiology & biotechnology · 2026Article
- Spirulina as a sustainable functional ingredient: nutrient density, bioactives, and food applications.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Review
- In-feedFrontiers in physiology · 2026Article
- Exploring the Potential of Microalgae as Feed Ingredients for Sustainable Aquaculture: A Review of Nutritional and Environmental Benefits.Aquaculture nutrition · 2026Review
- Nutritional, Bio-Functional, and Antioxidant Properties of Enzymatic Hydrolysates Derived fromFoods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Deodorization of Spirulina Extracts by Ozone and Activated Carbon: Effects on Volatile Organic Compounds, Bioactive Pigments, Antioxidant Activity, and Sensory Profile.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Development of Spirulina-Enriched Fruit and Vegetable Juices: Nutritional Enhancement, Antioxidant Potential, and Sensory Challenges.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- AI verification for spirulina's antimicrobial power in total coliform and Staphylococcus aureus isolated from tilapia fillet.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Pharmacological Potential ofCurrent issues in molecular biology · 2025Article
- House Cricket (Nutrients · 2025Article
- Spirulina as a natural shield: a comprehensive review of its protective effects against lead toxicity.Archives of toxicology · 2025Review
- Application of Targeted and Suspect Screening Workflows for Cyclic Peptide Cyanotoxin Profiling in Spirulina- and Klamath-Based Food Supplements.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Spirulina is a kind of blue-green algae (BGA) that is multicellular, filamentous, and prokaryotic. It is also known as a cyanobacterium. It is classified within the phylum known as blue-green algae. Despite the fact that it includes a high concentration of nutrients, such as proteins, vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids-in particular, the necessary omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids-the percentage of total fat and cholesterol that can be found in these algae is substantially lower when compared to other food sources. This is the case even if the percentage of total fat that can be found in these algae is also significantly lower. In addition to this, spirulina has a high concentration of bioactive compounds, such as phenols, phycocyanin pigment, and polysaccharides, which all take part in a number of biological activities, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. As a result of this, spirulina has found its way into the formulation of a great number of medicinal foods, functional foods, and nutritional supplements. Therefore, this article makes an effort to shed light on spirulina, its nutritional value as a result of its chemical composition, and its applications to some food product formulations, such as dairy products, snacks, cookies, and pasta, that are necessary at an industrial level in the food industry all over the world. In addition, this article supports the idea of incorporating it into the food sector, both from a nutritional and health perspective, as it offers numerous advantages.
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