Table 1.
Constituents of Spirulina platensis. Average nutritional analysis per 100 g.
| Nutritional Values | Per 100 g | * RIA/** NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1364 kJ/326 Kcal | |
| Lipids | 1 g | |
| -of which saturated | 0.5 g | |
| Carbohydrates | 13.1 g | |
| -of which sugars | <0.1 g | |
| Fiber | 5.1 g | |
| Proteins | 65.9 g | 133% * |
| Salt | 0.9 g | |
| Potassium | 1040 mg | 52% ** |
| Calcium | 332.5 mg | 42% ** |
| Iron | 83.2 mg | 594% ** |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 18.5 mg | 1314% ** |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 170 μg | 6800% ** |
| Vitamin E | 12.7 mg | 105% ** |
* Reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ/2000 Kcal); ** Nutrient reference value.