Spirulina, meaning 'little spiral' is a microscopic, spiral-shaped, planktonic blue-green algae that appeared on the planet over 3.6 billion years ago. A simple hydrocarbon vegetable, it is made directly from the interaction of sunlight and water and is the most concentrated form of any natural whole food.

Spirulina holds unlimited potential for the future. It has been more extensively studied than any other food on Earth, sustained indigenous peoples for centuries, and has enormous potential to renew our ecosystem and bring an end to world hunger.

Recognizing this potential, Dr. Christopher Hills and renowned microbiologist Dr. Hiroshi Nakamura shifted their research to Spirulina in 1967. Their early results sparked a wave of medical research and experimental food projects with Spirulina that continues today. In their quest to find a nutritious solution to world malnutrition and starvation, they spent the next twenty years developing technology to cultivate the best Spirulina possible. Spirulina platensis, the most nutrient-dense of all algae on the planet, met their criteria with "championship" qualifies and has been nurtured and improved for many years through aquafarming.

RBC's Light Force Spirulina is a specially-bred strain of Spirulina platensis, and represents the most prolifically cultivated and harvested Spirulina in the world. Thriving for years in the intense Hawaiian sun, it has developed an abundance of mixed carotenoids and antioxidant enzymes, giving birth to a unique and superior carotene-rich strain known as Spirulina Pacifica.

Growing in a combination of fresh and nutrient-rich deap ocean water provides the Spirulina with an abundance of natural minerals. Harvested every 3 days, it is fresh-rinsed and dried oxygen-free to protect the high levels of carotenes and enzymes. The premium quality and unprocessed wholeness of Spirulina pacifica is the result of an unparalleled natural environment and state-of-the-art technology.

• Protein (60-70%)

• All 10 Dietary-Essential Amino Acids- 20 amino acids total, in synergistic balance.

• B- 12 - Highest source of Human-active B- 12 on the planet.

• Beta-Carotene and Mixed Carotenoids Exceptionally high natural concentrations, antioxidant protection.

• Full-Spectrum Antioxidants - from phytonutrients, pigments, and natural vitamins.

• Phycocyanin - Highest concentration of this powerful, blue, immune-stimulating billprotein.

• GLA- highest natural form next to mother's milk.

• Rhamnose- Rare, biologically-active sugar, speeds nutTients across the blood-brain barrier, and to the cell.

• Glycogen- The only vegetable source for this ready-made glucose in stored-energy form.

• EFA's- The much needed Omega 3- and 6- Essential Fatty Acids.

PLUS --

• Chlorophyll- deep-green blood-builder.

• A Full Spectrum of Viamins - More than any other single food, in balanced amounts.

• Ocean Source Minerals and Abundant Trace Elements - Over 90 minerals in all.

• SOD - Exceptionally high levels of the antioxidant enzyme, Superoxide Dismutase.

• High levels of Mucopolysaccharides in the soft cell wall - materials for glycoprotein complexes

• Free of cholesterol & starch, very low in sodium and calories - a high-energy food.

Spirulina has been proven in numerous scientific studies - at Harvard, NASA and the U.N., -- to be safe and nutritious, with powerful health benefits. There is no other food that has what Spirulina has.

Eating Spirulina as a food can truly change your life. From a personal experience of Radiant Health to the bigger picture of 'Making a Difference', no matter your perspective, Spirulina is the optimal choice.

RBC's Light Force Spirulina is grown in Kona, Hawaii at the most advanced aquafarm in the world. The sunniest coastal location in the U.S. provides perfect year-round temperatures and a twelve-month growing season. For over 10 years- 3,500 generations-- Spirulina pacifica has been adapting to the intense Hawaiian sun, creating the highest levels of mixed carotenoids of any Spirulina in the world. It is cultured in long, shallow raceway ponds filled with fresh water drawn from deep in the rainforest aquifer, supplemented with nutrients from one of the deepest, cleanest oceans on the planet, and in the clean air of the remote Hawaiian Islands. Food-grade sodium bicarbonate keeps the water very alkaline, which is Spirulina's favorite natural environment, and the water is further enhanced by a proprietary blend of essential nutrients.

Paddlewheels gently stir the cultures, ensuring optimum light for each cell and helping the pond to release oxygen. The Spirulina thrives in these ideal conditions, growing several times faster than in the wild.

Cultured Spirulina grows so fast it is harvested every 3 days. Harvesting is simpler than with other algae, because of Spirulina's long, filament shape which requires no centrifuge and is gentle on the cells. Right from harvest, it is sifted out on screens and given several freshwater washes, ensuring a clean product with a fresh, salt-free taste.

Spirulina is dried using the ultimate in drying technology, Ocean Chill Drying™-- a patented spray drying system in which deep, cold sea water is used to dehumidify and chill the air in the dryer. This allows for the elimination of oxygen, which protects carotenes, fatty acids, and enzyme concentrations. With Ocean Chill Drying™ the Spirulina dries in about three seconds, and the recovered carbon dioxide is then recycled back to the ponds to nourish the growing Spirulina. Data from independent laboratories verify substantially higher levels of beta carotene than algae dried by any other method, including Freeze-drying.

In contrast, the art and science of growing Spirulina in a 'shepherded', pure environment has evolved, through a balanced partnership between nature and aquafarming technology. By using fresh and ocean water, in the sunniest location, a clean environment and state-of-the-art growing methods, aquaculturists have succeeded in developing superior strains of 100% pure-cultured Spirulina.

After millennia of human and animal consumption, and decades of intensive research, both anecdotal and scientific evidence validate not only Spirulina's safety, but it's benefit for our health and healing. Spirulina is the most well-researched food-grade microalgae in the world. There has been a long history of research into Spirulina by many prestigious scientific institutions.

• The U. N. Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) commissioned a five-year toxicology study on Spirulina and found it to be a safe, nontoxic food, and a separate study "recommended it as a potential solution to the world food crisis and global protein shortage".

• Harvard University did research with Spirulina extract (Phycotene®) with exceptional results.

• NASA has done extensive research into the use of algae as food for space travel, and chose Spirulina after starting with over 1,1300 species of blue-green algae.

Spirulina has an ancient history as food, being at the very beginning of the food chain. Many indigenous peoples have eaten it for centuries -- and it is eaten worldwide by millions of people today - without any adverse effects. There are medically documented studies of people using only Spirulina with water & juice for long fasts --some up to and over a year! The fantastic results of these experiences- enhanced energy, mental clarity, great sleep, deep healing, along with impressive medical documentation, further prove that Spirulina is a safe and complete, life-enhancing Superfood. The safe use, nutritional ' power, and healthy benefits of using Spirulina are historical, not rhetorical.

Spirulina has everything you need to live on, more than any other protein, grain, plant, algae, herb, vitamin, anything!

Pound for pound, dollar for dollar, day by day, month by month, year by year, for the rest of your long, radiantly-healthy life, when you start eating Spirulina as a food, the nutrition you get is equal to more food than you could eat!

It's totally up to the individual. Generally, it's best to start slowly, about one gram a day. Use the simple table below to decide where you want to be. You can begin with just one to three tablets of 100% Spirulina, or 1/2 teaspoon of powder in a smoothie. The powder is more concentrated, so start light, and remember to drink plenty of HydraCel water! Every level has it's benefits -- so you can...

There are many different ways to experience Spirulina. Just remember to start slowly and listen to your body. After the first two or three days, you can increase your Spirulina. One way is by creating delicious, nourishing smoothies. As you increase the amount of powder, get more creative! Pineapple juice is great with 'greener' smoothies, or fresh papaya chunks, berries, orange juice, whatever you like! Fresh Carrot and other veggie juices are amazing.

When you're ready to "amp it up," add Phyto-Power™, squirt in more HydraCel™ and TRUAloe®, Get the idea? That's Super-smoothie!

You can also sprinkle Spirulina Powder on your favorite dishes, salads, grains, vegetables, and it's delicious on popcorn! Mix it in soups, dressings and sauces. Be creative and add Spirulina to everything!

We know that there isn't enough nutrition in food today, especially commercially-raised produce, fast-food, processed, refined, canned, frozen, irradiated or pseudo-foods! When you add Spirulina to your life, this may be the first thing you'll notice...feeling nourished. It doesn"t take long to know that you're finally getting the live, powerful, natural food you've been missing.

A most important breakthrough in the art and science of Superfoods occurred in late 1995 -- and resulted in the most potent and bioavailable Spirulina ever ... Spirulina Nanoclusters® ! The perfect Superfood, Light Force Spirulina, combined with the finest nutrient delivery system on the planet, RBC Nanoclusters®. It's an easy-to-take burst of superfuel, made up to 300% more potent and bioavailable with RBC"s exclusive Nanocluster technology!

Royal BodyCare®'s Light Force Spirulina -- is truly a Superfood for today -- and the next millennium. All of us who eat Spirulina today -- are part of a long chain going back to the ancient Aztecs and Mayans -- and continuing through the present day Kanembu of Lake Chad -- who have eaten Spirulina for centuries. We invite you to get radiantly healthy, have more fun, be creative and enjoy exploring the ancient tradition and new revolution of energizing your life with Royal BodyCare®'s Light Force Spirulina!