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  Spirulina is a microalgae (cyanobacteria) that has been consumed for centuries due to its high nutritional value and supposed health benefits. Today, popular lifestyle personalities endorse Spirulina as a secret, potent "superfood," and a "miracle from the sea." Spirulina is a blue-green algae that is usually consumed either in powder form or as a supplement. Spirulina is known as a nutrient-dense food as it is packed full of vitamins, including vitamins A, C, E and B vitamins, as well as a whole host of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, zinc and selenium. This algae is also an excellent vegan source of iron, providing 2mg per tablespoon (7g) which is about 23% of the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV) for men over 18 years and women over 50 years, and 13% of the NRV for women aged 19-49 years old. Spirulina is also high in protein, with just 1 tbsp (7g) providing almost 4g of protein per serving. If you are wondering if you should add spirulina to your d...

Reishi mushrooms called “the king of mushrooms” are known for their cell-regenerating, immune-boosting potential, which could go a long way to improving your quality of life. Reshi also known as lingzhi or ganoderma lucidum in science are a rare find in nature, and were typically reserved for royalty when they were first used in Asian cultures thousands of years ago. Nowadays, they are grown commercially and sold in a variety of formats, including tea, powders, capsules, and even hot cocoa, beauty products, tinctures , energy bars, and coffees. But, you won’t find them hanging out in the produce aisle of Whole Foods. “Reishi mushrooms are great for stimulating the immune system and liver function, producing an anti-inflammatory effect in the body,  and have even been shown to reduce tumor growth,” says Rachel Gargiulo, certified nutrition consultant at Nourishing Journey, a wellness center and organic café in Columbia, MD. Reishi mushrooms exhibit a full array of the qualiti...