Spirulina is a microscopic plant without leaves, seeds, or flowers, growing by the hundreds in a single drop of water. This spiral shaped fresh-water plant derives its energy from the sun. Scientists classify it as one kind of blue-green algae. Spirulina has been eaten by humans since prehistory and is now cultivated worldwide as a healthy food.

Earthrise grows all of its Spirulina on our own farm in the southeastern California desert.

Women, men, people on the go, retired people, parents, athletes; most anyone subject to stress wanting a healthy, active, lifestyle. (If you have a medical condition or are on medication, consult a health care practitioner before using this product).

Yes! Clinical studies show Spirulina supports the immune system, and a healthy inflammatory response. *

Yes! Clinical studies show Spirulina supports a healthy cardiovascular system, and protects from oxidative stress.*

Yes! Scientific studies show Spirulina protects the brain from various kinds of oxidative stress.*

Yes! Most antioxidants you are familiar with - vitamins such as E or C, selenium, and most phytonutrients such as those in tea, or red wine - act as scavengers of oxidant molecules; they try to clean up oxidizing free radicals after they have been created. Spirulina's super blue protein, phycocyanin, is different. Although it's an efficient scavenger of oxidants, Spirulina, phycocyanin, and its' component phycocyanobilin, (like their chemical relatives hemoglobin, bilirubin and biliverdin), affect some of the major sources of oxidant stress.* Visualize a faucet struck open; water fills the basin splashing onto the floor. Think of the water on the floor as oxidant stress; pouring, filling and overflowing our cells. Most antioxidants act like mops - though typically each antioxidant can work on only part of the "floor". In contrast, Spirulina simply shuts off the faucet, and mops up the spills!

Consumers say it helps them feel more energetic. Spirulina is not a stimulant and is low in calories. Try it and feel what others are saying.

1. American grown to assure safety.
2. The Phycocyanin (super blue protein) content.
3. Glass packaging to assure freshness and optimum nutritional potential.

Yes. Only some of the many clinical and scientific works supporting health benefits are shown at www.spirulina.com.

Yes. Spirulina Gold Plus is clinically tested. It has higher amounts of phycocyanin plus natural vitamin C in the form of organic Acerola berry extract and zinc.

Spirulina is more digestible than Chlorella and Spirulina contains the blue protein phycocyanin. Much more published scientific and clinical evidence supports the use of Spirulina compared to Chlorella. Both Spirulina and Chlorella are good for detox and cleansing*. In addition, Spirulina has been determined to be generally recognized as safe through scientific procedures with FDA review. Chlorella does not enjoy that status.

It is great for natural detox of the body*.

A blend of the green superfoods Spirulina, Chlorella, wheat barley grass and more.

Yes, all active ingredients are disclosed. Labels comply with industry standards and continue to be updated to meet new guidelines including disclosure of excipients.

Yes.

Earthrise labels comply with regulations and will comply with the recent NLEA and DSHEA labeling regulations for foods and dietary supplements.

Yes, Government required warnings are listed. Earthrise will be updating any labels with guidelines issued by trade associations. This includes the FDA disclaimer as shown on labels and in our literature.

Yes, it is a code on the containers or labels.

Yes, in standard month/year format.

Besides all applicable laws and regulations, we follow current NNFA and NPQAA labeling guidelines. Our labels focus on full disclosure and nutritional information.

All health claims on product labels are reasonable and accurate - all falling within FDA guidelines.

Yes, Products have inner and outer seals and tamper-proof packaging.

With our older line, the bottles were either amber glass or PETE plastic. The new line, scheduled to be introduced in October 2004, will all be glass bottles.

Absolutely not! We are a natural company producing natural products.

Yes, we do. Natural means derived from their original food sources and not artificial.

The answer may not be the same for everyone. A human clinical study suggests just two grams per day may provide significant benefits. Three grams per day provides 100% of the RDA of Vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. Human clinical studies indicates six(6) grams per day may provide increased protection from oxidant stress*. Spirulina should be used as a part of a balanced diet. More than 30 grams per day may result in dietary imbalances. Take Spirulina with or between meals.

Yes! Especially probiotics and Omega-3s.

If tabs or caps, take with plenty of fluids. If powder, simply add a spoonful to boost your smoothie, juice or sports beverage. Stir and enjoy.

Earthrise Nutritionals is a California corporation owned by Dainippon Ink & Chemicals (DIC) , a global company with a long-term commitment to Spirulina as a world food resource.

Earthrise Nutritionals adheres to the codes of ethics of these organizations of the Natural Products Association (NPA).

California Department of Health Services Processed Food Registration, California Export Certificates, California Board of Equalization Seller's Permit, Irvine City Business Certificate.

Section 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

No, Earthrise does not produce OTC drug products.

The Earthrise Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are detailed in the Earthrise Quality Assurance and Safety Standards (EQASS) on file with the NPQAA.

Earthrise does not produce personal care products at this time.