TY - JOUR T1 - Effects of spirulina on weight loss and blood lipids: a review JF - Open Heart JO - Open Heart DO - 10.1136/openhrt-2018-001003 VL - 7 IS - 1 SP - e001003 AU - James J DiNicolantonio AU - Anusha G Bhat AU - James OKeefe Y1 - 2020/03/01 UR - http://openheart.bmj.com/content/7/1/e001003.abstract N2 - Spirulina, a cyanobacteria commonly referred to as a blue-green algae, is one of the oldest lifeforms on Earth. Spirulina grows in both fresh and saltwater sources and is known for its high protein and micronutrient content. This review paper will cover the effects of spirulina on weight loss and blood lipids. The currently literature supports the benefits of spirulina for reducing body fat, waist circumference, body mass index and appetite and shows that spirulina has significant benefits for improving blood lipids. ER -