Q: What are the adverse effects of taking spirulina on a regular basis ?

A:Spirulina are blue green bacteria or algae which are rich in GLA (gemme-linoleic acid) and a wide variety of nutrients, including beta-carotene, inositol, calcium, Vitamin E, magnesium and phosphorus. In ancient times, spirulina was used as a staple food by the Aztecs of Mexico. It is now marketed as high protein food supplement. There is no recommended dosage for spirulina. Consult a registered nutritionist to evaluate your nutritional and health status and thereby recommendation for you.